Hat Creek Burger Co.
6 recent ratings
$ • Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Bread/Buns, Burgers, Chicken Fingers/Nuggets, Fries, Salad
Safety Rating
6 ratings
As rated by the community
3210 Esperanza Crossing
Austin, TX 78758
Most Recent Reviews
Review
Dedicated fryer. Gluten free fried chicken sandwich— taste similar to what I remember having a chick fi la.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
The person at the front explained to me that until a year ago, the fry sauce had malt vinegar in it, so it would have had gluten in it. He said that they’ve changed it out and now all of their sauces are gluten-free. This may explain why some of the earlier reviews had mentioned people getting sick / having cross-contamination. I was pleased, and we enjoyed fried pickles, the chicken nuggets, a hamburger with a gluten-free bun and fries! Too much fried food (lol), but it was delicious!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Good
Review
Got cross contaminated, avoid. Staff did not check to see what sauces might contain gluten until I asked if any had gluten.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Not at all
Safety Feature Ratings
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the menu
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More Reviews
Review
They have GF chicken nuggets, dedicated frier and GF bun. I really enjoyed eating there and felt safe to eat the fries and nuggets.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Good for dinner
- Good for kids
- Good for lunch
- Offers outdoor seating
Review
I’ve been cross contaminated two visits, which is the point where I can’t give it another shot. I think the fries are actually safe, but cross contamination is rampant and they aren’t actually aware of the proper precautions.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Not very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— No gluten-free information on the menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Average
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Dedicated GF fryer with chicken tenders, tater tots, fries, pickles etc. I’m not sure I’d do a GF burger, but I was disappointed with the last reviewer’s comments since this is a go-to place for my daughter with celiac.
Review
I got to the front of the line and was observing the open kitchen. Burgers and buns were on separate grills but the prep area was shared with the buns and toppings - when I asked if there was a separate area for GF orders to avoid cross-contamination I got a confused look. She told me that everything else was GF and would tell them but I felt really uncomfortable and left.
Review
Gluten-free chicken tenders! And they're not dry and bland!
Review
Was excited to find a Hat Creek in the area-especially for the kids. Always love getting a lettuce wrapped burger, tenders, fries, and fried pickles here! *Just know that the 'happy sauce' is not gf.
Reviews of this Chain
Review
I never worry about getting sick while traveling if there's a hat creek nearby! This location's chicken tasted better than others I've had, but maybe it's just because I've been driving all day. The crispy chicken cobb salad is great. Receipt marked with gluten allergy and called back to main crew. I tried the strawberry dragonfruit slush, not marked gf but safe by the ingredients listed on website.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
- Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Awesome! Manager is very knowledgeable on celiacs. great go to for quick and easy, eaten here plenty of times whilst visiting and never had an issue. It’s a go to for sure, highly recommend.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
Da bomb dot com! Most of this place is GF!!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Review
This is our go-to for burgers and chicken nuggets. (Fried GF nuggets have been hard to find!) It’s always tasty and have never had any cross-contamination issues
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Good
Review
I have eaten here several times, and have never gotten sick. The staff making burgers always change their gloves when working with gluten-free buns. Everything going in their fryer is gluten-free, including their chicken nuggets, fries, fried pickles, and every side option.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
- Dedicated gluten-free fryer
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Good
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