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    Papa Smash

    4.0 (147 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Virginia A.

    One day we woke up craving a smash burger! After what felt like an eternity searching, we finally landed on Papa Smash. We made the drive over and, to our surprise, there was no line in the drive-thru huge win! We placed our order, paid, and were on our merry way. We ordered two smash burgers, fries, and loaded fries. I do want to point out that it's a bit on the expensive side (in my opinion). Overall, the food was good the burgers and fries definitely hit the spot. It kind of gave In-N-Out vibes, which isn't a bad thing at all. It'll definitely satisfy a craving, but as far as being memorable... not quite. I think I just need to try more smash burger spots to compare.

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    Jared A.

    I'll start by saying don't sleep on this place just because it's connected to the gas station. The food is definitely worth stopping through. They are always patient and helpful anytime I go. I ordered a double smash burger and added bacon.. soooo good. The only issue I have is the lettuce can b a lil soggy but it doesn't take away from the deliciousness of the burger. And the fries are always crispy and salted just right. I got the papa fries which is like their version of animal fries and they were delicious as well... the prices are way too high but it's good food.

    Lizarely Q.

    The meat is soooo sooo good!!!!! Obsessed with the fries as well. Ordered it to go and although we less than 10 mins away the bread did get pretty soggy, just wished the buns were a bit thicker. Definitely a must try. In n out who?

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    Ally M.

    My favorite local spot to treat myself - the fire fries are my order every time! So filling, generous portions, and tastes fresh! Friendly staff as well!

    $7 shake is a bit pricey , but definitely good
    John L.

    A SOILD BURGER PLACE! 4.5 Papa smash has one of the best burgers for the price. I definitely recommend getting the upside down bun. It definitely makes the burger a different type of burger this burger place ranks at one of the best for the price. The french fries are crispy and different from anywhere else as well. A chocolate shake was a little pricey, but they are everywhere and was made with thrifty ice cream. And amazing

    Combo #2 Classic Double Smash
    Raul P.

    Papa Smash did not disappoint The Wagyu smash burger was absolutely delicious--juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly with that crispy edge you want. The fries were on point too, hot and seasoned just right. The spot itself was clean, had a cool vibe, and the customer service was solid--staff was friendly and quick. Only downside is parking can be a little tight since it's next to a gas station, but honestly it's worth the hassle. Definitely coming back

    Plastic lid. No way to put straw in. It is overfilled. So when you open the lid, it SPILLS OVER AND MAKES A MESS.

    Plastic lid. No way to put straw in. It is overfilled. So when you open the lid, it SPILLS OVER AND MAKES A MESS. Called them and suggest them that they should change it and they just make up a bs "safety" excuse for transport. Other restaurants were able to do so with normal lids, but okay, I guess they just don't realize those other kinds of lids existed. Their suggestion? Freeze it! I'm sorry, did I order ice cream? No. I wanted a milkshake. And then what? Wait for it to melt so it becomes a shake again and then spill over and make a mess? I wanted to eat my meal and have the shake, why would I wait for it to solidify? Ridiculous. As for the burger and fries. Nothing special.

    #Combo #2 Classic Double Smash
    Lauren H.

    Such a delicious smash burger. Flavor and freshness were top notch. Self ordering kiosk as available as well as a cashier. The establishment was super clean and convenient. Highly recommend

    Kiko M.

    This is my 7th time eating here, and it seems like the recipe for the spicy sauce changed. Today's batch was next-level felt like it came straight from hell!

    Single Smash Burger

    Counted exactly 3 cars in front of me in drive thru and was in line for 50 minutes for two below average not smashed burgers and fries. As you can clearly see in the picture my patty was broken apart and crumbled.... The burgers were so incredibly bland yet tasted like soap. It was like eating cardboard with dish soap. I wouldn't even feed this to my dog.

    Mylesha D.

    While I was pumping gas I saw that this restaurant was connected to the convenient store and they had a drive through so I decided to check it out. I'm so glad I did because it was delicious. I waited the hour drive when I got home to eat it, but even then it was still so good. Their house sauce definitely added to the flavor of the burger. The main thing that stood out was their branding. As a designer, I appreciate when businesses use a designer to brand their business.

    Looks Delicious
    Mr. L.

    I recently stopped by Papa Smash after hearing some good things about their burgers, and while there are definitely some things they're doing right, there are also a few areas where they could tighten things up--especially if you're planning on taking your food to-go. First off, the customer service was top-notch. Seriously, 10/10. We went through the drive-thru and were greeted warmly, the staff was super friendly, and the whole process felt smooth and welcoming. That alone made a strong first impression. Now, on to the food. The burger itself was decent, but I couldn't help feeling like it was missing something. Mainly... seasoning. It wasn't bland exactly, but it lacked that extra punch of flavor that really makes a smash burger memorable. A little more salt and pepper--or even some house seasoning--could really take things up a notch. Then there's the bun. I'm all for a soft bun, but in this case, it just wasn't up to the job. Between the toppings, sauces, and the meat, the bun collapsed under pressure. By the time I got home, it was soggy beyond saving. If I could make one suggestion, it would be to toast the buns for some extra structure or switch to a sturdier option that can hold up to the weight of everything going on inside. As for the fries, they've got potential, but this is where the packaging let things down. They hand you your meal in an open-topped paper bag, which might be fine for a quick trip down the street, but for anyone driving more than five minutes, the fries get cold fast. They'd do well to take a page from In-N-Out's book with closed bags or lidded boxes to help keep the heat in and the fries fresh. To be fair, I think eating at Papa Smash fresh, on-site, would give you a much better experience. The flavors are there, and the food clearly has heart behind it, but it just doesn't hold up well for takeout. So if you're craving a smash burger and happen to be nearby, park the car, grab a table, and eat it hot. Would I go back? Sure, but next time, I'm staying put. Final Thoughts: * Service: Excellent * Burger: Decent, but could use more seasoning * Bun: Too soft, got soggy fast * Fries: Good, but suffer from poor packaging on to-go orders * Takeout: Skip it--eat fresh for the best experience Overall, Papa Smash is a solid spot with room to grow. With a few small tweaks, they could easily go from decent to damn good.

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    Decent burgers, fries were mid. Not worth the $18 price tag the double cheeseburger meal has on it

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    1 year ago

    Good food. Double meat is probably better. Clean restaurant and the staff is nice. It can get busy at times.

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    Clean, friendly, fast...delicious! We tried it for the first time. Kind of a mix between in-n-out and five guys.

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    New place and it's already the best burgers in town! Great menu to choose from. Burgers are delicious! Fries are very fresh. Staff i

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    Food missed the mark. Expensive so was hoping food would be worth it. Unfortunately that wasn't true. Lacked flavor and was sloppy.

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    Great Burger, loved the fries, everyone was friendly and gave us excellent service. Papa Smash is one of our new favorites.

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    Great burger liked it better than in and out or five guys! Fries were better too! Good service clean place and closer to home which I love

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