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2808 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78705
(28 Ratings)
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Some of the University of Texas' most beloved institutions cannot be found on campus or in its orientation brochure. Dirty Martin's Place, a staple for students and Central Austinites since 1926, still serves the same hamburgers, fries and shakes that made it popular in the '20s. Dirty's signature item -- the oddly named "Kum-bak" hamburger -- is a greasy beef patty and a buttered bun with assorted dressings. Other offerings include beer and such diner favorites as chicken-fried steak, pork chops, egg sandwiches, onion rings, salads and grilled chicken sandwiches.
This spot's filled with UT memorabilia spanning most of the 20th century, and you can sit in booths or at the counter (if you're looking for an authentic diner experience). Still in its original location, Dirty's is within walking distance of UT, as well as the West Campus and North University neighborhoods. -- Chip Rankin
28 Ratings and Reviews
I miss Dirty Martin
runwildnow - 01/18/2008They still make the best burgers. I first started going there in the 70s when dirty martin was still alive. His burgers were cooked with love and sweat. everytime he was over the grill you could hear his sweat when it hit the grill, didnt need salt.
Add CommentTasty Burgers but small
calmedexperts1 - 01/20/2007In our quest for the best hamburger we made it to Dirty Martins. Arrived..very crowded..good sign so far..got a table ordered and when we got the burgers were surprized how small the pastties were. I actually thought my double cheese was a single, until I opened it and also saw my wives single. Once we tasted the burgers we both commented that although small the had a great taste to them. We also ordered fries, I would get one per person based upon the hamburgers size. These were tasty as well. All in all..not the best, burger but I would return..however not when I am real hungry.
It use to be great....
sadibug - 02/21/2004As an Austin native and Texas alum I grew up at Dirty's, met all my friends there, loved the burgers. But now they are changing it after all these years, since 1926, changing the beer on tap, the burger meat, going for the Atkin's people. No more good old greezy burger. I want all the old alums to know it's over.
Bananababyblue88's Review
bananababyblue88 - 08/31/2003THE BEST PLACE YOU WILL EVER GET A HAMBURGER!! CAN'T WAIT TILL I GO TO UT AND CAN HAVE ONE EVERYDAY!!!
Bevo1947's Review
bevo1947 - 08/29/2003BEEN GOING TO "DIRTYS SINCE 1946. NO DATE WAS OVER UNTIL YOU HAD CURB SERVICE,A BEER AND HAMBURGER. REMEMBER EDDIE? HE BROUGHT YOUR ORDER. GREAT!!!!
DanNpd's Review
dannpd - 01/06/2003still the same since 1972. great, and there's no telling who you might see.
Central Tx Coupl's Review
centraltxcoupl - 01/03/2003Went there last night for the first time. Service good, burgers good fries good, spent 40.00 to feed two adults and three kiddso so not too pricey. Overall I would say that I would go back again. Not a bad burger!
MRMBW325I's Review
mrmbw325i - 10/02/2002
Oh my god - are you kidding me??? What a great place. Before the game, after the game, any time of the year - hands down best burgers and onion rings anywhere. And it never changes - what a classic Austin, Texas place.
Underwater2001's Review
underwater2001 - 09/14/2002The food was great. I really enjoyed getting my fat intake taken care of for the week all in just a few minutes. Sitting in there makes you wonder how many folk have enjoyed a good meal right where I was sitting.
Pilesofmoney's Review
pilesofmoney - 09/11/2002Love it, great burgers, people and it's NOT DIRTY!!! Go to Dirty's and fill up before going to Emilia's!