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Will P. Terry’s Win Over the Rest of Texas?

The Austin burger chain, which just raised its minimum wage, resumes expansion plans put on hold by the pandemic

We Asked 16 Business Owners and Economists About Bumping the Minimum Wage to $15. Here's What They Said

A lot of our employees got $5,000 more a year because of our wage increase. It changed their lives. There is no doubt that this is better for our business. The quality of employees coming in rose. Our sales are increasing as a result. Our product comes out better. And I get to sleep better at night.

P. Terry's Named in 2021 Austin Chronicle's First Plate Hall of Fame

If you’re wondering how a burger drive-through earned a spot in our Hall of Fame, you haven’t earned your Austin stripes. Everyone recognizes the infamous Golden Arches, but thanks to Patrick and Kathy Terry, alongside architecture guru Michael Hsu, the futuristic aesthetic of this Central Texas mega-chain – more than 21 locations and counting – is also recognizable from the highway … but for way better food and business practices.

Get ready for burgers + fries! We give P. Terry’s a try

P. Terry's Burger Stand opens in San Antonio

15 Breakfast Sandwiches in Austin Worth Waking Up For

Unassuming at the drive-through, the breakfast sammie at Austin's growing chain of stylized burger shacks is one of our favorites

First look: The start of P. Terry's San Antonio expansion in Medical Center

By July, P. Terry's first San Antonio location will be fired up in Medical Center, marking a milestone for the 16-year-old Austin burger brand

How 'Queer Eye' star Jonathan Van Ness became an art champion in Austin

During the 15 months he’s lived in Austin, Van Ness has spent a lot of time walking around Lake Austin and Lake Travis and enjoying the city’s “eclectic, nature-oriented” vibe at Mayfield Park, or as he calls it, “the place with the peacocks.” He’s also found comfort in eating P. Terry’s.

5 marketing strategies to implement if you're considering opening a franchise

The co-owners of P. Terry's turned a small burger joint into a beloved Texas franchise with 20 locations. They share how they got their start and their plans for expansion.

P Terry’s introduces app, revamps online ordering

P. Terry's Burger Stand, a family owned burger chain based in Austin, is launching an online ordering app to allow guests to order meals on-the-go for takeout or delivery from all 20 locations.

P. Terry’s Burger Stand Launches New Online Ordering App

P. Terry’s Burger Stand, a family-owned burger chain based in Austin, Texas, announced the launch of its new online ordering app.

P. Terry's soon-to-open SA Location the First of Many Planned

By Steven Santana

P. Terry's Burger Stand will open its first San Antonio later this summer, kicking off a Texas expansion that could bring more of its juicy burgers to Central Texas.

P. Terry's Donating all Profits on Saturday to Dell Children's Foundation

P. Terry's Burger Stand is having its second Giving Back Day of the year. On Saturday, it will donate all of its profits for the day to Dell Children's Foundation, the philanthropy of Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas.

P. Terry's Launching BBQ Bacon Burger with Stubb's Bar-B-Q Sauce

P. Terry’s Burger Stand is introducing a new BBQ Bacon Burger in collaboration with Stubb’s Legendary Bar-B-Q sauce, the leading premium Bar-B-Q sauce.

Best Drive-Thru In Austin

Congrats to P. Terry’s for winning the Austin Chronicle’s Best of Award 2021 for Best Drive-Thru

P. Terry's Finally Opening its First San Antonio Location this Summer

The Austin burger chain, which was initially projected to open last fall, has nailed down an opening date.

Dozens of Businesses Speak out Against Voting Restrictions in Texas

In a separate effort, at least 50 businesses, including HP Inc., Patagonia, American Airlines and P. Terry’s, formed a coalition known as Fair Elections Texas to speak out against voting restrictions in general in the state, according to Nathan Ryan, CEO of the Austin-based consulting firm Blue Sky Partners, which has signed onto the letter.

Patrick and Kathy Terry share their plans for expansion

The co-owners of P. Terry’s turned a small burger joint into a beloved Texas franchise with 20 locations. They share how they got their start and their plans for expansion.

Central Texas Food Bank to benefit from P. Terry's Giving Back Day

P. Terry's Burger Stand has announced that the beneficiary of its first Giving Back Day of 2021 will be the Central Texas Food Bank.

Buy a burger at P. Terry's Saturday and help feed Austin through Central Texas Food Bank

One day each quarter, P. Terry's donates all of its profits for that day to a local nonprofit

P. Terry's holding Giving Back Day this Saturday

On Saturday, March 27, P. Terry’s Burger Stand will hold its first Giving Back Day of 2021, which will benefit the Central Texas Food Bank.

Small-Business Reopenings In Texas and Mississippi: The Chaos of 'Maskless Freedom'

All P. Terry's employees and customers will still be required to wear masks, with reminders prominently plastered on every door.

Austin-Based P. Terry’s Raises its Minimum Wage to $15/Hour

Not waiting for the federal government, Austin-based restaurant chain P. Terry’s has increased its minimum wage for full-time employees to $15/hour, Eater Austin and other sources report.

P. Terry's announces $15 minimum wage

On Monday, P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced a new minimum wage of $15 per hour for all full-time employees

Austin burger chain sends customers scrambling to find prize-filled eggs

On the eve of debuting its new limited-time spicy egg burger, P. Terry’s Burger Stand is shelling out 1,000 prize-filled eggs across Central Texas.

P. Terry's dropping prize-filled eggs around Central Texas in honor of new breakfast sandwich

The local burger chain is introducing a spicy egg sandwich to its breakfast menu on Monday, and it's rolling out the offering with a fun giveaway.

The Best Thing in Texas: Bernie Sanders Travels Across the State as a Meme

Affectionate memes of the former presidential candidate, in his instantly iconic attire from the inauguration, photoshopped across Texas.

P. Terry's Burger Stand plans another San Antonio location near Medical Center

Austin-based chain P. Terry's Burger Stand has filed paperwork with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation that outlines plans for a new location in the Medical Center area, the San Antonio Business Journal reports.

P. Terry's raises minimum wage for full-time employees to $15 an hour

Patrick Terry went to his executive team in August and asked them to crunch numbers and find a way to raise the minimum wage for full-time employees from $12 to $15 an hour, in order to thank them for their work during an unprecedented year, said P. Terry’s CEO Todd Coerver

Why (And How) Texas-Based P. Terry’s Burger Stand Raised Its Wages To $15 An Hour

Texas-based P. Terry’s Burger Stand recently announced its $15-per-hour minimum wage for all of its full-time employees, which is those who work 29.5 hours a week

Austin burger chain P. Terry's raises minimum wage to $15 an hour

While the prospects look dim for an increase in the federal minimum wage to $15, P. Terry's Burger Stand is making the move on its own

P. Terry’s news: A new burger, a closure, and planned out-of-town locations

P. Terry’s this week introduced a Hatch Chile Bacon Burger ($5.25); it’s the first new hamburger to hit the restaurant’s menu.

San Antonio Is Finally Getting Its First-Ever P. Terry's This Fall

Texas is home to many famous burger joints, Whataburger, In-N-Out, and P. Terry's being just some.

Local Initiative Will Feed 100 Free Meals Per Day to Service Industry Workers

Hundred for Hospitality starts March 30 and lasts for 14 days.

Austin Restaurants Offering Curbside & Takeout Food

APRIL 13, 2020

UPDATED: P. Terry's, Whataburger among businesses to close dine-in areas to encourage social distancing

More restaurants and businesses announced closures or limitations in service March 16, including Alamo Drafthouse, P. Terry's and Whataburger.

Ultimate Guide To The Best Downtown Austin Restaurants

This is your ultimate guide to navigating the best downtown Austin restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, happy hour, and late-night munchies.

Burger Chain P. Terry's names Millicent Hawkins CFO

P. Terry's Burger Stand is embarking on its first expansion push beyond Austin. Now it has hired a new chief financial officer who has experience in jewelry and restaurants.

Austin Chronicle's "Best of Austin 2019"

P. Terry's named Austin's Favorite Drive-Through in the 2019 Poll.

Burger Brawl: P.Terry's vs. In-N-Out vs. Fatburger

WINNER: P. Terry’s! The local outfit’s affordability, consistency, and carefully sourced ingredients give it a slight edge over its formidable West Coast competition.

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Austin Burger Icon P. Terry’s Is On its Way

The elevated chain relies on tried-and-true classics to support its success around Austin, Texas, and beyond.

Could P. Terry’s Become As Big As Whataburger?

With a new CEO, the beloved Austin chain looks to expand beyond its hometown for the first time.

Texas Is Hiding America’s Best Burger Chain

"...trust us, these burgers, fries, and shakes are worth a visit to the Lone Star State."

P. Terry's Newsroom

P. Terry's Announces City-Wide Job Fair, Including Free Burgers for In-Person Applicants on Tuesday, September 7th

September 7, 2021

Austin-area burger stands hiring for all positions, with full-time hourly roles available at $15/hour

WHO: P. Terry’s Burger Stand

WHAT: P. Terry’s Burger Stand, a family-owned burger chain based in Austin, Texas, is excited to announce a city-wide job fair on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. The job fair will run from 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at all...

P. Terry's Brews Up Collaboration with H-E-B to Serve Cafe Olé Organics By H-E-B Breakfast Blend at All Burger Stands

August 12, 2021

P. Terry's Brews Up Collaboration with H-E-B to Serve Cafe Olé Organics By H-E-B Breakfast Blend at All Burger Stands

Two Texas favorites create partnership to serve organic coffee at P. Terry’s

WHO: P. Terry’s Burger Stand

WHAT: P. Terry’s Burger Stand, a family-owned burger chain based in Austin, Texas, is pleased to announce an exclusive...

P. Terry’s Burger Stand Now Open in San Antonio

July 5, 2021

Iconic Texas Burger Stand Opens First Location in Alamo City

P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced today that its first San Antonio location is now open at 8443 Wurzbach Road. The family-owned burger chain’s first San Antonio location features its unique Googie architecture, a large dining room, covered patio and double-drive thru. Job opportunities can be found at...

P. Terry's Launches New App and Enhanced Online Ordering Services To Make Meals On-the-Go Even Easier

June 16, 2021

P. Terry’s introduces app and revamped online ordering platform to enhance and expand off-premise dining options

P. Terry’s Burger Stand, a family-owned burger chain based in Austin, Texas, today announced the launch of its new online ordering app. Guests will now be able to order meals on-the-go for takeout or delivery from all 20 P. Terry’s locations,...

P. Terry's Quarterly Giving Back Day Benefitting Dell Children's Hospital

June 12, 2021 12am

P. TERRY’S QUARTERLY GIVING BACK DAY WILL BENEFIT DELL CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ON SATURDAY, JUNE 12TH

WHO: P. Terry’s Burger Stand

WHAT: P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced the beneficiary of its Giving Back Day on Saturday, June 12, 2021 - Dell Children’s Medical Center. P. Terry’s chose Dell Children’s...

P. Terry's Burger Stand Now Among Highest Paying Quick Serve Restaurant Chains in US

March 1, 2021

Beloved Central Texas Burger Stand establishes new $15.00 per hour minimum wage for all full-time employees

P. Terry’s Burger Stand, a family-owned burger chain based in Austin,Texas, today announced a new minimum wage of $15.00 per hour for all of its full-time employees, resulting in an on-average 25 percent pay increase in a state where the minimum wage is $7.25 per hour. The...

P. Terry's Burger Stand Celebrates New Spicy Egg Burger With City-Wide "Egg Drop" on Sunday, January 31st

January 31, 2021

P. Terry’s to disperse 1,000 prize-filled eggs around Austin-metro area to introduce

new limited time Spicy Egg Burger for breakfast

WHO: P. Terry’s Burger Stand

WHAT: P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced a new breakfast menu item, the Spicy Egg Burger, available for a limited time at all P. Terry’s Burger Stand locations beginning Monday,...

P. Terry's Burger Stand Introduces New Hatch Chile Bacon Burger

September 28, 2020

Limited time burger features Hatch chile’s prominent blend of sweet and spicy during peak Hatch Chile season.

WHO: P. Terry’s Burger Stand

WHAT: P. Terry’s Burger Stand unveiled a new Hatch Chile Bacon Burger, available at all P. Terry’s Burger Stand locations for a limited time. The Hatch Chile Bacon Burger is the first new beef burger P. Terry’s has introduced since the restaurant’s inception...

P. TERRY’S BURGER STAND UNVEILS NEW CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER, A NEW UT LOCATION AND DINING ROOM UPDATES

P. Terry’s introduces first new burger in 15 years and opens its third new location in 2020, featuring its COVID-19 dining room design

(AUSTIN, TEXAS - May 19, 2020) Today, P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced the launch of a new, limited time only burger and the opening of their 19th location near the UT campus in Austin, marking the burger concept’s third new location in 2020. The new burger stand...

P. Terry’s Brings 55 Jobs with the Opening of 18th Burger Stand at Tech Ridge Center

(AUSTIN, TEXAS - April 20, 2020) P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced today the opening of its Tech Ridge location on Monday, April 20, 2020. The new Tech Ridge Center location is a drive-thru only location and will be open from 9 AM - 11 PM daily. The 18th location will feature P. Terry’s unique Googie architecture, a large triangle-shaped canopy, double drive-thru lanes and walk-up window.

P. Terry’s has been...

A STATEMENT FROM P. TERRY'S AND TACO RANCH

March 16, 2020

Drive-thrus open
Dining rooms closed

Now featuring tray service and sanitized credit card processing for added protection

All P. Terry’s and Taco Ranch locations offer drive-thru and delivery service only. Our dining rooms are closed until further notice.

With the safety and well-being of our...

P. TERRY'S BURGER STAND EXPANDS TO SAN ANTONIO

Iconic Austin Burger Stand Heads Down I-35 to Alamo City

(AUSTIN, TEXAS - January 21, 2020) P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced today that it will be expanding to San Antonio. The family-owned burger chain will open its first San Antonio location in Fall 2020. The iconic burger stand at 8539 Fredericksburg Road will feature its unique Googie architecture, a large dining room, covered patio and double-drive thru. Hiring will begin...

Millicent Hawkins named as new CFO of P. Terry’s Burger Stand

AUSTIN, TX (November 11, 2019) - Local Austinites and transplants alike know the name P. Terry’s Burger Stand. With their 16 locations spanning the Austin area and down to San Marcos, P. Terry’s is continuing its preparation for accelerated growth. After nearly 15 years of serving Austin, P. Terry’s is proud to announce their new Chief Financial Officer, Millicent ‘Milli’ Hawkins. In her new role, Hawkins will focus on adding value to the...

P. Terry’s Burger Stand to Open First University of Texas Location

Austin, TX (December 20, 2019) - P. Terry’s Burger Stand announced today that it will open its first University of Texas location in Spring 2020 in Terry Enterprises’ former Taco Ranch location at 517 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. The central Austin Taco Ranch will close this afternoon and will be remodeled into the iconic burger stand starting next week. The first University of Texas P. Terry’s will feature patio and dine-in seating along...