Phil's Ice House

This location of Phil's shares a buildin with Amy's ice cream, which has its own entrance through Phil's, just like at the more northern location on 183. There are several tables and booths inside along with several tables outside along a large outdoor play ground shared with Amy's. I enjoyed the 78756 burger's mild spice from green peppers and creamy toppings, but prefer the spicier 78704 burger. Both are great with sweet potato fries. They also serve beer and have happy hour deals. They have a free parking lot shared with Amy's and some street parking nearby.

Phil‘s is a local Austin hamburger place that paired up with Ami’s long time ago. They have several different versions of burger, named after Austin neighborhoods or ZIP Codes. They also have a pretty good hot dog, but my favorite deal is the mini burgers where you can get two or three to mix and match them to get different types. They have normal fries and sweet potato fries, and both are excellent. There is a shared indoor dining space with Amy‘s and another outdoor space that has lots of playground stuff for kids to play on.

On the way to whataburger we found Phil's icehouse we had never tried it before my wife and I decided to try !!!!!!! Well well well we start with the bad attitude of the cashiers. We visited on 7-10-2025 in the afternoon the portions of fries a small portion the menu said that my hamburger came with avocado 🥑 they gave me guacamole the same small portion less than a teaspoon the soda a plastic glass and small glass we definitely had to go to whataburger I hope the owner improves things here!!!!! NOW

The food is so darn good here! The chicken sandwich I had was one of the best I’ve had in a long time and the sweet potato fries are delicious. My husband had a traditional burger and he also enjoyed it a lot. This place has become our new favorite burger joint.

Delicious Hamburgers and Great flavor at Phil’s Ice House! I had an amazing experience at Phil’s Ice House! The hamburgers were absolutely delicious — juicy, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. The bun was fresh, and the toppings were generous and well-balanced. You can really taste the quality in every bite. The atmosphere was fun and family-friendly, and the staff was kind and attentive. Whether you’re a burger lover or just looking for a great local spot, I highly recommend stopping by. Phil’s never disappoints!

Super friendly workers. Very kind. Burger was sooo good. Those sweet potato fries are excellent 👌 I sat outside which was nice but it was windy. There was a playground for kids. I will be back.

Great choice, bread is delicious, well cooked, crunchy fries good price . Clean store and great service

Cecilia (cece? not sure) goth cashier has excellent and reliable customer service. Also manager Zach was great as well. Kitchen was extremely efficient and brought me my 78704 (would recommend) in a timely manner. Overall Five Stars ! Amy’s needs some work (customer service) but review coming soon for that

Best burger! I had the Allandale. It was delicious! We live in San Antonio and while visiting our son and family, we met up at Phil's. They have playground area, nice for our grandchildren! Staff there were so friendly. Will be back when in Austin!

When we're in the mood for a burger, we usually go to Phil's. They make great burgers and, of course, there's Amy's ice cream for dessert! I like to get the two or three mini-burger basket because I hate to have to choose just one burger. My favorite is the Rosedale, because I love BBQ sauce and cheddar on any burger. I like to add jalapenos, too. The Crestview (chili burger) and Travis Heights (Swiss cheese, grilled onion, and grilled mushrooms) are also excellent. The toasted sourdough buns are delicious, soft and kind of sweet. The fries are also excellent. I'm generally not a big fan of sweet potato fries because they aren't very crisp. Phil's are excellent, still not super crispy but really good. Normal fries are also excellent. Of course, this Phil's is not just about burgers but also about Amy's. Nothing like some great ice cream after some great burgers. I lean towards a tiny strawberry with rainbow sprinkles as my go-to. Our kids are grown up so I like that Phil's is a real neighborhood family place where we can see all the kids playing on the playground. All in all, not a thing to complain about at Phil's. It's a great place.

Somewhat surprisingly, as I've been to Amy's Ice Cream next-door many times, I have not been to this burger joint. They actually have quite a bit more than burgers. My son picked it. My grandchildren enjoyed it too. Friendly counter service. Reasonable prices. I had a double burger, which was lots of meat and perfectly grilled; and the fries were outstanding, both regular fries and sweet potato fries. Adequate seating. Lots of parking.

I've never written a Yelp review before, but I had to for this place because I am SHOOK. As someone who's gluten-free, I usually brace myself for sad, crumbly buns.. but this burger? Unreal. The bun was so soft and held together perfectly. I even had to double check it was actually gluten-free!! I ordered the 78704 burger on the recommendation of the sweetest girl working next door at Amy's Ice Cream and WOW she did not steer me wrong. Absolutely blown away by how flavorful it was. If you're gluten-free (or even if you're not), this spot is a must. I'll definitely be back!

Me and my family visited Phil's today (2/27) and everything was great, the food was very tasty and good for the price, the two young gentlemen at the front were very helpful, and the playground was great for the kids. The only thing that was very frustrating and honestly disgusting was when I went to use the restroom, I saw a kid probably in middle school go in before me and when I went in the toilet was clogged with paper towels and pee. Other than that the experience was good

I'm often in a mood for burgers and decided to give Phil's a try based on some of the other reviews on Yelp. The restaurant is in an industrial looking building with a clean and bright interior. The menu has quite the variety of burgers and other sandwiches. I settled on the Jollyville Burger, with bacon, fried egg, and cheese surrounded by two slices of Texas toast. I opted to try out the fried green beans and I have to say that I was very impressed with how tasty they were. Hot and crisp and not at all greasy, they were a big highlight of the meal. The burger was cooked as I liked (medium rare) although the egg was a bit overdone (I like the yolk to ooze out). The bar here has a wide selection of craft beers so you won't go thirsty at all. I just wish they would bring back the 512 Pecan Porter. Service is friendly and attentive. Recommended.

As you can see, phone did not eat first. I had to take a bit of my slider before I remembered to take a pic. I've been here a few times and it has gotten better. The buns are like pillows and have a slight sweetness to them which is ideal. These are some solid burgers in town that come with either sweet potato or regular fries(or a mix). They have outdoor seating here and share it with the neighboring Amy's ice cream if you're considering bringing your dog. Lastly, staff treated us kindly and the place had a decent vibe to it!

Darn! I really love Phil's Icehouse, however the last two online takeaway orders I've done have really disappointed me. They wrap the burgers in paper, plus additional wrap, and I think when they wrap it, the burger is so warm that it melts INTO the paper. Both takeaway orders I've done, both the top and bottom of the burger bun sticks to the paper and I end up having to eat the insides on a plate with a fork basically. I think something like foil would be better. Such a drag! The solution to this is don't get your Phil's on takeaway and just eat it there. Otherwise, the paper will be eating half your meal for you.

I've been here a couple of times in the past week and the air conditioning in the place is non-existent.. Dang ole place was in the high 80s the entire time we were sitting there. Poor staff up front was dying and I cant even fathom what the kitchen must be feeling... Crimeny! Staff told us both times they were told someone was coming out to fix it but apparently they're still not doing anything about it. Seems pretty lazy that a company with that much money can't seem to keep the basics up and going... The food is fine but I'm not looking to eat a messy burger in a dry sauna that's for certain. It's a real shame cause this place is an institution in this town but if feels like the lunatics are running the asylum as far as upper management is concerned... Crazy that they won't fix something to necessary in this summer heat. I own a couple of rental properties and I'm not allowed to lapse more than 48 hours on fixing AC for tenants. Real liability brewing you ask me. Food is fine, service is great, wish the company gave half a damn about it's locations. Wouldn't recommend until the summer ends unfortunately...

I started out going to Phil's years ago when my kids were small as they have a nice kids playground and kids menu. My kids are in their teens now and we still go to and love Phil's. '78704 burger' is still the best burger I have had in Austin. Buns are great, service is always consistently on point, they have some good local draft beers. Amy's ice cream in same building to boot. Phil's is our #1 choice for burgers.

2 stars because my son loves the playground. I'm certain this is where covid originated. Food, great. Bathrooms, atrocious. Everything, and I mean everything, has a film of grime. This place would be better if they would just clean. Not a place I feel great consuming food at.

Actually ridiculous how hot it is inside this establishment. I shouldn't be sweating while eating a burger. Hot air coming out of the vents, staff is visibly distressed. Do not recommend coming here in Texas

I LOVE Phil's Icehouse. The "violet crown" is my most favorite burger in Austin. I'll go to any of the locations, but there's something about the Burnet location that I extra love. The service is always warm and kind - I felt bad that the a/c was out in the kitchen/register area when I went yesterday. It was super hot in there - and they were still so kind, lol. But I felt that heat (and I'm the kind that loves to sit outside on a hot day). I felt bad for the staff. I hope the a/c gets fixed for them soon and while it's out, they get some fans or something :(. Nonetheless, Phil's is my fave. Fave burger in Austin and I think anywhere to be honest.

Been here a few times now because I really want to like this place. There's a playscape in the back along with ice cream so it makes it a really convenient place to bring the kiddo. But it's just not doing it for me. To start with the positives - I really really like the meat here. I find it to be of good quality and I like the taste a lot when eaten right away*. The regular fries are approved by the kiddo. The negatives - none of us like the bread, it's just not doing it for us. All the various burgers we have tried has all been very mediocre is flavor. Whether it's the jalapeno cheese bun, the chilli, the seasonings, every variation has been bland. The burgers are pretty pricey for what you get. The menu is just super confusing. Last time our fries came out as sweet potato fries. I guess you have to clarify regular fries or something? Anyway, I do not like sweet potato fries at all. The meat dries up really fast and gets hard if not eaten really quickly. This makes it hard for the kiddo to eat. So yea, I really wish the burgers were better tasting and less pricey cuz the location and playscape is really great but after 4 visits, I think this is just not the place for us.

My daughter is super super lactose intolerant and cannot have cheese!! Every time we go we make very sure not to put cheese and every time they do. Today, they made our burger- put cheese, I went all the way home, noticed, went back, and they remade it WITH CHEESE AGAIN. Get your shit together, Phil!

Delicious burgers with consistent yummy quality! Highly recommend! Next time I'll take pictures before devouring!

Burgers are always consistent when I grab lunch. The Allendale burger is always my go too w/ half sweet potatoes fries and half regular fries. Everything is always cooked fresh and hot.

I don't do reviews and such BUT YES those are some tasty F'n burgers. I prefer the mini trio - Crestview, Travis Heights, and ..... in my opinion a cheese burger without mustardPut mayonnaise NO Kool Whip trick. I love PHIL's! Period

I have always been a Phils fan. The veggie burger- best in town. Tonight- new one is awful, thin, cheap and bad flavor. Is it from a grocery store? Please change back!!!

WOW! I'm typically not a burger person but THIS burger is incredible! I could rave about it for days. I got the Veggie Burger patty and built my own burger - I love the customizability of this option as I'm a picky eater. The patty tasted oniony and chickpea-y and was heart and light. The bun, I got the sourdough, really sold me on this burger - It was slightly sweet but very moist and airy and absolutely incredible. Also I love that you have the option to get mixed fries as a side - I got a mix of regular and sweet potato - but fries were hot and crispy yet soft in the middle. Plus the staff are so nice and the seating, both indoor and outdoor, are plentiful and fun. Definitely would recommend to anyone!!

Where to start with this place. It's a hole in the wall with potential for some amazing burgers and fries. So many options available painted in big fun letters on the wall. My husband and I ordered our food and while ordering the server took her hat off and hit a fly on the counter and killed it, put her hat back on and threw the fly away with a napkin. Ok - flies are gross - nice hit, good for her. We walk into the dining area and my husband sits down and the table and chairs he picks are disgusting. So I say let's take another one. I wanted to vomit. The amount of food and dirt in the cracks of the bench are DISGUSTING. I wipe the table enough so when our food comes we aren't eating on a filthy table. My burger is ok, probably a little better than McDonalds but hard to tell because of the amount of toppings on it which I picked so I don't mind. My husband has a trio and can't even eat a single one. He says they are absolutely gross and can't eat them. As I'm eating and looking around I see nothing but filth and lose my appetite and we leave. This place needs a complete overhaul cleaning. I cannot imagine how the score posted here is accurate. There is no way they would pass a health code now. Please clean your place up - it's pretty terrible.

I ordered the "78704" burger with a side of fries. The burger was very flavorful, and the fries were good as well.

Love their burgers, and OMG their sweet potato fries are Phil's has def become one of my top 10 places to eat in Austin

I haven't eaten here in about 10 years, so I stopped in. The Violet Crown is still amazing, with tangy bleu cheese offset with a slightly sweet jalapeño bun. The sweet potato fries are the best I've had, crispy and delicious. I won't wait long to come back this time!

Their burgers are awesome. My friends brought some back, and their 78704 is delicious. I love that the Hawaiian rolls bring some sweetness to the burger, the the avocado and jalapeños bring the kick and creaminess you need to the patty and cheese. The chipotle mayo and sweet potato fry combination is wonderful. The burger is definitely pretty greasy so this couldn't be an every day meal, but I'm pretty impressed by how good it is. I'm not normally a burger girl either, but I would come here over many other burger establishments in Austin.

Phil's is our longtime local burger joint and got us through the pandemic haha. Their burgers are always well made and the sweetness of their thick pillowy hamburger buns really help to make the burger what it is. It's very predictable and doesn't disappoint. We typicallly get the Rosedale, the Violet Crown, or the 78750. You get the choice of regular fries and/or sweet potato fries--very rarely are they soggy but typically seasoned well with a great crisp. Their food is a geeat value for the price. Highly recommend

You must come here! The onion rings are thin and well seasoned. The BLT had bacon exploding out of it and tons of fresh vegetables.  The bread was toasted, with a wonderful buttery flavor--and I found the butter ended up on my hands! The cheeseburger was large with a soft bun, served with the cheese nicely melted.   Something that was a nice surprise is that they serve Maine Root Soda here, which is a terrific change from the mainstream.

Delicious and oh so fresh. That bread though... we had fantastic customer service and tore up our lunch. I was with a four year old that got a grilled cheese. She said it was cheesy and "dewicous"... lol.. she also added it was super yum. So yeah.. I'm the dumb nut for not coming here sooner!

Maybe the best burger I've had in Austin!! 10/10 recommend the Allandale Burger - cheddar cheese, sliced onions, sliced tomato, lettuce, pickles, mayo and mustard on a toasted sourdough bun. You can get half regular and half sweet potato fries on the side for no extra charge - gotta love that! And the fries are incredible! It is such a filling meal, and only $9 - can't beat that! Indoor and outdoor seating, great food, you have to check it out!!

One of the best burger spots in Austin in my opinion. The spot is very diner-like, but just a small counter where you can order your food and an adjacent room where you can sit and eat. Every burger I've gotten here was really good, and I'd recommend them all. The sampler is also a good place to start if you aren't sure of which one you want. Pricing is great and service is as well. Only complaint I could have is that I wish they would open till later, so I could come here late night haha.

Horrible service owner yelled at me and my 3 month old baby and called us many uncooth slurs.

This place is GREAT! All of the burgers can be made vegetarian with a few substitutions which is a huge bonus for me. Indecisive folks rejoice because you can get half regular fries and half sweet potato fries. You'll never have to choose again, I ordered the spicy jalapeno burger and it was everything I needed and more. The veggie patty wasn't anything to write home about but the way it tasted with all the other ingredients was delicious. The buns are incredibly soft and tasted slightly sweet like a Hawaiian Roll. The ambiance is super casual and retro which was just the vibe I was looking for. I home to come back soon!

Don't ya hate it when you're at the restaurant, see a few items you like, and can't decide which to ultimately go with? Me too. At Phil's Icehouse, you don't have to worry about that if you are unsure as to which hamburger you want to order as they have a Mini Burger Sampler Basket which comes with 3 slider-sized burgers and a side of regular and/or sweet potato fries for $10.45. The 3 flavors I got were: - The "78704": burger topped with Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeños, onions, avocado, and chipotle mayo - The Rosedale Burger: cheddar mesquite burger topped with onions, pickles, cheddar cheese, and sweet mesquite BBQ sauce - The Crestview Burger: a chili cheeseburger topped with onions and mustard That's probably the 3 burgers I would suggest to anyone because they're all different in their main flavor (spicy/refreshing vs. sweet/tangy vs. rich/savory) and they're delicious. The sourdough buns are amazing as well as they're very soft. Great price and the food came out fast as well. No complaints whatsoever. I give them a 4.5/5 for being amazing, y'all gotta add this spot to your list!

Got the grilled cheese (+ avocado) & sweet potato fries to go. Delicious but massive. Wish they would cut the sandwich in half. Phil's is also great -- and reliable! Plus, the cashier has been there for years so they must be doing something right!

Great place. Several of the burgers sounded good, so we both went with mini burgers so we could try different things. I love that they have that option! My favorite was the Rosedale. I love a good BBQ and cheddar burger. The 78756 was also good, but I meant to order the 78750. I guess I'll have to go back! On the sides, we had the fries, onion rings, and sweet potato fries. The onion rings were the stand out. They are think and the batter was great. We also liked the fries. Well salted. The sweet potato fries were average. Great outside seating and very dog friendly. The staff noticed our dog and brought out a water bowl. So nice! Online ordering was easy and the food was ready quickly.

YUM!! This place has the best burgers and fries omg. The bun was a soft little cloud. They offered mixed fries. MIXED. SO YOU DONT HAVE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN SWEET POTATOES AND NORMAL POTATOES. Consider this a love letter to Phil's. Definitely worth all the hype.

Delicious food, great family vibe. Nothing better than coming here for some burgers before going nextdoor for a couple scoops of ice cream.

My burger was delicious. The onion rings were great and the ranch was good too! I'm here for the playground which made the experience top notch.

We love all of the burgers and the buns are delicious! Slightly sweet and really soft. They playground is great for kids to play before and after the meal. A great spot for adults to enjoy a beer while kids are entertained.

This is one of my friend's favorite burger places in Austin. I thought that the burgers were good too and I like the mini sampler basket option so that you can try multiple burgers since they have such a wide variety. I don't remember what I ordered besides that 2 of them had numbers in the name. Expect to leave feeling pretty heavy! Overall, good burgers, good variety, and good value.

I've ordered from Phil's through Uber Eats. I've gotten the Phil-a-Buster with a side of onion rings. The burger was amazing. Thick and juicy patties with just the right amount of toppings, I was suitably impressed. I'll probably be stopping by in person to get a burger hot off the grill as I assume that would be incredible. The onion rings were also very good. Hot and just the right size. I'm looking forward to trying some of their other burger offerings, but the Phil-a-Buster was A-1!

A delicate mix of aromas wafts over you as you walk in: creamy ice cream, latrines (the bathrooms are kinda close to the tables), and burgers. While the visual appeal leaves much to be desired (there might've actually been a hole in the wall), the burgers are surprisingly bomb. Try the 3 slider sampler: get the burgers titled after zip codes, and ask for mixed fries (sweet potato and regular). Anyway, if you're looking for motivation to hit the gym, definitely stop by here because Amy's ice creams is right next door and you will eat 3 days worth of calories combining the burger, fries, and ice cream. The bloat is real y'all. Also I keep forgetting to take pictures of my food, but the burgers look better than most fast casual burgers, and punch above their weight class in terms of taste.

Burgers, Dogs, Fish Sandwiches, Shakes, Ice Cream, Beers, Photo Booth....and a Playground! This place is set up for success and it delivers. Quality of ingredients is high, prices are average and cook time was fast. I am not a fan of their Buns though. Buns are way too big and causes ratio for a good sandwich to be lost. Atmosphere is great for families and anyone just wanting to enjoy an old fashioned meal. The food itself is pretty damn good. Mixed fries are the way to go and their soda machine has natural soda, score. Staff could have been a bit more engaged but it's cool. It's a burger joint and it's meant to be super causal. I just think if there's 4 people at a register and a guest approaches, they should be greeted by at least one employee. But again, all good.

Great service and great food, an Austin staple! I've been coming here for years and can't recommend it enough. The playground is also great for kids.

Phil's has been a family favorite for 15+ years! The burgers are amazing! The atmosphere is perfect for families! The service is always amazing! They always take care of us and the few times we've had issues they have been resolved quickly and graciously!

incredible service! the burger is huge and they have a nice kids playground. Definitely coming back!

Austin has much better burgers to offer than Phil's. I thought that people only came here so that they can let their children play at the play space. Not for the food. The fries are soggy and the burgers are mediocre at best. The yam fries were soggy as well. Maybe Phil's has changed ever since I went many years ago, but I still think Phil's is on par with McDonald burgers. At least McDonald's has a better, larger play space that has cushions on the floor in case your child falls. The parents are definitely at Phil's so that they don't have to entertain their kids while they talk to their friends. The table next to us neglected to pay attention to their three(?) year-old son so much that he stripped and just ran around the play space for the rest of the customers sitting outside to see his baby genitals flopping around. By the time my group left, the mother and father still haven't realized that their son was butt naked. Other than that, Phil's does not seem to be busy nor should parking be problematic. The busiest time is during lunch and late morning.

I just brought a turkey burger and a grilled foot long hot dog with the chili. I was very disappointed with the food, both tasted disgusting and I threw the food in the trash. Its safe to say I won't be back to this restaurant. It's not it!

My 12-year-old daughter and her friends came here to hang out after school actually at Amy's ice cream and the lady Phil's icehouse complained about them being on the playground even though they are 12 years old and that is what the sign says 12 years old and under. She said there was families that left because of groups of kids like this, but they are paying customers at Amy's ice cream. Even though they offered free water to anyone, they told my daughter and her friends that they were not allowed in the establishment. We probably will not be hanging out at either of these establishments from this point On. Great job Phil's icehouse.