Appreciate that the locals are proud of the new local offerings at the airport but some of us don't get the pleasure of having a Whataburger nearby and don't indulge frequently. Just like the folks who rush to leave LAX to get to In N'Out (and clog the nearby streets for a teeny overpriced tasteless burger) some of us want to get our Whataburger fill (besides airport food tends to be more expensive).
I've got at least 5 hours to kill there and besides the AA lounge, was hoping to be able to safely walk to Whataburger and back. Google says I can but also says I can pay $1.25 each way for the bus (and wait/time my return to the 15 mins). Should I walk or take the bus? Thanks.
Originally Posted by
boerne
As aztimm mentioned, you can get to the Whataburger by walking. Likely 20 minutes one way. Security will be a problem, and I don't know if there is a place to stash luggage inside the terminal, so you may have to lug it around. Trying to use a shuttle, walk, then shuttle again might be an hour or more. The new places open in the terminal are much better. Would suggest Salt Lick BBQ (not the best in town but adequate) or even better Tacodeli. This was my place for breakfast tacos for the hospital team in the mornings. Second Bar and Kitchen was a go to for us when we lived in downtown Austin I would expect it to be good. Our kids had their wedding reception at Parkside downtown so can recommend Parkside in the airport, have not eaten there. Also Haymaker had a great hamburger at their anchor on Manor east of the University. That was a common stop for me after being on call at the hospital. Also good beer selection. I do not see burgers on the menu posted on google. Basically several of the new eateries in the airport are local, classic Austin spots, so you might take a look. Also, I assume you know the nutritional data on Whataburger's offerings. for instance
There are 1160 calories in a Hatch Green Chili Bacon Burger from Whataburger. Most of those calories come from fat (55%).
Just sayin... And this just in
https://www.cnn.com/2021/11/09/healt...ess/index.html