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Casino El Camino

Dive Bar and Burger Joint$$$$

Downtown Austin, Austin

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Casino El Camino

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Ranked #3 for burgers in Austin
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"Love the Amarillo burger and he green chili cheese fries."(15 Tips)
"Buffalo burger is the best!! Ask for extra pepperchini peppers!"(24 Tips)
"The Buffalo Burger is one of the best burgers in Austin."(6 Tips)
"Get the green verde chili fries."(5 Tips)

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Food NetworkMarch 8, 2012
Guy Fieri heads here for some of the best burgers in town. Try the Buffalo Burger (coated in wing sauce, topped w/ blue cheese) or the Amarillo Burger w/ fresh roasted serrano chiles & cilantro mayo.
Alex BaezaSeptember 20, 2017
Flew into Austin after 10pm and were looking for a place to eat. My buddy suggested this place. Great burgers and the kitchen stays open late. I had the buffalo burger and it was delicious!
Rob CrawfordJune 25, 2016
Burgers are amazing. We tried 3 different type of burgers & every one of us loved them. Bloody Mary is excellent;. you can order them on a "hot" scale 1-10, 10 = the hottest. I got a 5, it was hot!
Upvoted Mar 15
Austin ChronicleApril 3, 2013
Killer jukebox. Pool tables. Huge, juicy burgers. Psychotronic movies. Lounging with a post-apocalyptic flair. Casino keeps the best parts of dark and surly pub life alive and well.
Cece GardonApril 15, 2021
Get the Buffalo burger. I hate blue cheese so I get it with provolone.This is the best burger joint in the state of Texas! I’m not a french fry person but the chili verde fries are perfect!
Serious EatsMarch 8, 2013
Known for the ultimate late night food-- 3/4-pound burgers. Each burger variety is named after your favorite city (Buffalo, Los Angeles, Chicago, etc.) and served with fresh-cut fries.
TaylenOctober 11, 2019
The Bloody Marys have a heat scale from 1-10. The 8 is made with a Carolina Reaper (the hottest natural pepper known). Order accordingly.
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
"The best burger in town." Juicy and tender, the 12-ounce monsters come topped with everything from cheese and thick-cut bacon to roasted Serrano peppers and Texas-hot buffalo sauce. Read more
Cece GardonDecember 28, 2015
Any burger. Any time. Chili verde fries are the best ever. I'm not a fries sort of person but get between me & these fries & i will happily slap your hand away. (Yes they are that good)
Noah BOctober 27, 2018
Been here 50+ times
Don’t sleep on the grilled chicken club. One of the best chicken sandwiches in town.
Nathan MillardMarch 15, 2015
Really really good burgers and good heavy music. If you're on your own don't order the burger with a separate portion of fries - you won't finish both.
Morgan SpenceleyJune 1, 2015
Been here 5+ times
At night, Casino El Camino makes me feel like I'm in the belly of some kind of pirate ship. The Buffalo Burger is one of the best burgers in Austin. Also... jukebox.
Anthony De RosaMarch 14, 2012
Best burger in Austin. Walk to the back and order the Amarillo Burger and verde cheese fries. Take your time and enjoy a Shiner at the bar while you wait.
Michael CopelandJanuary 17, 2013
You have to get the Buffalo Burger. Don't let them tell you that "hot" is hot. "Hot" is hot but it's not that hot. For hot enthusiasts, go with "Explosive." Either way though, it's a damn fine burger.
Upvoted Mar 14
Randy ShumateAugust 22, 2013
I come in here on the weekends just for the bloody mary. There are 10 levels of heat and it comes with a slider, meatball, cheese, pizza roll, celery, olive, onion and bacon for 7 bux.
Regis MAugust 20, 2012
At 11am felt like it was 11pm, it's dark inside and the music kick ass. Burgers are awesome but you will wait at least 30minutes, be patient it's worth it! FYI: Try to Amarillo if you like spice!
Steve PolandMarch 16, 2016
Been here 5+ times
This isn't just the best burger in Texas, it's the best burger on earth. That's right, I said it. Chicago burger on jalapeño roll med-rare with fries.
Cece GardonDecember 28, 2015
Amazing burgers & fries! Don't be put off by the decor. Just walk in & order. Excellent everything! Obviously everything is that good. This place is a winner.
Adobe SXSWMarch 8, 2010
Some of the best burgers and strongest drinks in Austin may be found at Casino el Camino. Buffalo burger? Amarillo burger? Try them both but not in the same sitting. Read more
Stephanie MorenoMarch 12, 2013
Been here 10+ times
One of my favorite dive bars of all time. It's dark, they have a great jukebox, amazing burgers and full bar. Enjoyed alone or with a group. Can't recommend enough.
exfmFebruary 24, 2012
These guys make burgers out of anything beef, buffalo, armadillo the list goes on for miles. That said they do it best. You'll feel like a true red blooded Texan once you've had a burger and beer here
Valerie BrownMarch 13, 2012
Get the green chili sauce on your fries loved by all who enjoy a bloody mary. The quality of the burger is great here but the flavor did not blow my mind as a professional burger eater.
Umair ZiaApril 21, 2014
This has been my favorite burger place ever. Having not been here in 2 years, I forgot and my favored Hopdoddy. It was a reminder how perfect this burger place is. Seriously. Amarillo burger. Perfect.
Steve BasileOctober 18, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Perhaps resting on their giant burger laurels a bit, still the best jukebox in town, cool staff & usually a pretty damn good burger. Order at the back as soon as you arrive, tip the cook and smile.
Erik MichielsenMarch 12, 2017
Buffalo burger FTW. Great vibe, music, staff and back patio. Pool tables solid too.
meniscuszine.comAugust 7, 2012
The 'explosive' [buffalo burger] packs a lot of flavor and although the heat kicks, it doesn’t build up. Chili-smothered foot-long hot dogs are a worthy alternative. —WC http://bit.ly/NlI3mX
Samantha YoungMarch 16, 2015
Unpretentious punk bar serving mean burgers. Love it! I spotted this joint on my new Supper app: http://supper.mx/places/casino-el-camino-austin/
Amber JoslinFebruary 3, 2013
Best spicy hot buffalo burger in town and hottest bloody mary in the world if you can tolerate the loud punk music. Just don't go on a Sunday when this place smells like vomit.
Mike TorresApril 20, 2013
Friendly service, the wait for your meal is a bit long but it is definitely worth it! Take your time soaking up the atmosphere and a beer ;)
Cece GardonDecember 20, 2022
Everything I’ve ever had! Amazing burgers! Very tasty and juicy! Chili verde fries are too good for words!
PaddyNovember 26, 2013
The buffalo burger is probably the best burger I've ever had. The verde fries also great and the Bloody Mary's looked truly impressive.
IpequeySeptember 28, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Don't pass by them. This is old school Austin 6th street; A bar with personality. Get a good beer and some Tex-Mex food! Perfect for sobering up after the long crawl down 6th street.
Frankie MJuly 16, 2015
Amazing, huge burgers. Haven't had one I didn't like, and love that they're open past the bars closing.
Pearson - Always LearningFebruary 28, 2014
Award Winning Burgers! Expect a wait. A Typical Neighborhood Bar --if your neighborhood is dark, cool and twisted.
Eric McCutchanJune 25, 2012
A word of warning on the Amarillo burger: it is definitely delicious, but the serrano peppers will give you a #redhotpooper the next day.
Sokha Jason NhepAugust 20, 2016
The FOODS are AMAAAAAZING and the Bloody Mary off the hook!!!!! Must make a stop here!
Cari VincentJanuary 1, 2012
Had the grilled chicken club. It was delicious. The chicken was moist and the bacon was crisp but not over done. The fries were crispy, but also thick. Excellence! (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Parth PatelDecember 20, 2018
Those burgers are fantastic. Best I've had in Austin and top 3 overall!
Aaron McLendonJuly 5, 2013
Get the Buffalo Burger with a chicken breast subbed in for the beef patty - yum! Verde Chili fries, too!
Steve BasileJanuary 9, 2013
Been here 10+ times
The Amarillo is still good, and the peppers sometimes hot enough to give me the hiccups, but I miss the old hand cut fries.
Sean LoylessAugust 11, 2014
Get the Amarillo burger on a jalapeño cheese bun with Serrano peppers. Your mouth will love you; your rectum will hate you.
Steve PolandMarch 17, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the Buffalo Burger. Medium sauce was quite hot, can't imagine hot or explosive(!)... Explosive something for sure! #delicious
April ThompsonOctober 26, 2014
The K.C. Burger. Smokey BBQ sauce, grilled onion and cheddar cheese.
SEGAJanuary 5, 2012
The wings are good. The burgers are great. The beer is cold. The music is noisy. The everything is awesome. - Kellie, Community Manager
Brian SmithSeptember 18, 2013
Amazing as always. Staff is friendly and food is great. Oh yeah, and the atmosphere kills it!
Allen ArcadeJanuary 31, 2013
Really fantastic burgers. Try the Amarillo burger with extra bacon.
Meredith CarpenterMay 1, 2016
honestly NOT best burgers in Austin- GIANT andGreasy they are satisfying burgers but it's super loud and smells like BO in the bar.
Dianey SandovalApril 26, 2015
Been here 10+ times
The burgers are huge!! Has the Chicago with crispy bacon... Love the bartenders!!
Cece GardonOctober 28, 2019
Chili Verde fries. Any and all burgers. Great bar. Great service
Dianey SandovalMarch 15, 2015
Been here 10+ times
This is one of my favorite bars on 6th.. The bartenders are great!! Cool spot...

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