5 stars for their burger -- very good smash burger and great proportions. Wish they had lettuce to do a lettuce wrap, maybe that'll come? Fries were just ok, they're thin and crunchy but lacked salt and flavor and got cold pretty fast. Will try onion rings next time. They need milkshakes.... 3 stars compared to Tanner's Prime in Oceanside which is a 5 stars all day. read more

Small's Smash Club - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

Delicious smashburgers and fries. Tucked in a plaza, there is plenty of parking in the open lot and inside is so cute. You order up front and pick up your order within minutes at the counter. I got the single smashburger with a side of their tallow fries. The burger is topped with pickles, cheese, their smashburger sauce, and sandwiched between a potato bun. It was a darn good smashburger. Also, their fries are perfectly salted and crispy. YUMMM read more

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Today was my first visit to this restaurant, but I was definitely in the mood for a burger so I decided to give it a try. It's very easy to find just off Estrella next to the old movie theaters ...it's a very cute restaurant from the outside and even cuter on the inside! It has indoor and outdoor seating as well as some bar seating. You order at the counter and go find your seat and they bring your food out to you. And for me, the best part was that the staff wear T-shirts that say "you're killing me, smalls" on the back of their T-shirt, which made me chuckle because that's what I say to my little dog pretty much every day that I walk him when he's smelling every blade of grass! It's a very simple menu... they offer three versions of a burger with either french fries or onion rings and some miscellaneous added toppings. For drinks they offer the typical soda drinks plus beer and wine. What I found interesting is that it is truly a smashed burger so I ordered a single thinking that it would be thicker, but it was very flat so now I see why you can get two or three patties!! I thought it was really good but if you're a guy, I would say you'd want at least three patties! I added the onion rings which I found delicious, they were crunchy and perfectly cooked. And I have to add that this burger and onion rings came out to me in like five minutes. They're super fast! I'm not sure this would be a dinner place for me, but it's perfect for lunch. Unfortunately I did not take any photos of my food, but here's a photo of the interiors. read more

Small's Smash Club - Interiors - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

I've had smash burgers before but never like this one. Their menu is simple, as are the options. Can you take ingredients off the burger if you wish (pickles, onions) I had a single smash burger combo with everything on it but their special sauce. The burger was good. The meat was however a bit dry, the edges were of course crispy bit overall the patty was so flat it definitely needed the sauce. I love grilled meats/well done, so it wasn't the biggest if deals. However, I must say it was definitely on the dryer end. In the end I ended up adding some of the sauce. They had solid fries. The place is small but with enough seating. It looks so long to eat a burger. The staff is nice and friendly. read more

Small's Smash Club - Single patty - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

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The burger was great, the Monster Blind Lemon Hard Lemonades were a nice surprise, and the fries were great tasting as well. Also, friendly and attentive service. We will definitely be back ! read more

Small's Smash Club - Triple burger, no bun - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

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I will keep this one fairly short and sweet... Small's has the best smash burger in town, and one of the best burgers in the area. If I'm being completely honest, they are the only burger joint south of Irvine that I know of that does an authentic smash burger. Oh, and don't get me started on their tallow-fried fries! Their dining area is smallish, but not overly so and it can get a bit loud at times. The wait staff has always been great and they have a great beer selection. If I don't feel like doing smash burgers on our backyard griddle, SSC is where I end up. Every. Single. Time. read more

We came to try this new spot since we've been hearing such great things. Their menu is simple, you can either do combos which comes with a drink & fries or you can sub the fries for onion rings for $2.. or order just the burger by itself as a single, double, triple. Then there are side extras ie/ extra cheese, patty, jalapeño, raw onion, fountain drink.. The kids did enjoy their burger, and tallow fries were a hit (made me feel maybe less guilty eating all of them) The one thing I would like to see is just more options for kids when it comes to drinks. It was soda or Gatorade (none that my kids drink) I'm used to some kind of refreshing drink.. even a lemonade option would have been nice. Service was great, and it didn't take long to get our food. The decor inside is very cozy, relaxed and I did like the sitting area that makes it seem like you are in your own living room. All in all. It was a good burger. read more

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Place looks cool and clean and food was hot and yummy. I also love the Laguna location. read more

I came to Small's Smash Club today after hearing a lot of really positive things. I love the whole vibe, it feels very fresh, clean and just what we need in San Clemente. This shopping center has been kind of dead since the closing of the Krikorian, so it's really nice to see some new restaurants popping up! I came on a Tuesday around 12:30 and it was super busy. Found a table outside. One thing that was odd to me was that when I attempted paying with cash, I was told that they couldn't because the change would need to be less then $10 (even though I didn't see a sign about that or anything). I got a grilled cheese with everything on it, and fries, while my friend got a plain double smash. For me, the grilled cheese was ok. I wasn't throughly impressed, but it was still tasty enough. The fries were also pretty good. I'd love to see a few more items for vegetarians, but other than that, I'm happy I got to try them finally. I also love their tag line "you're grilling me smalls." Very cute and clever! read more

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We randomly decided to check out this spot and it was hands down the best smash burger I've tried in a while. Everything is cooked in beef tallow and which is another plus for this place. The ordering was super easy and fast and all the workers were friendly. The place is very clean and organized. Overall , it as a great experience. I will be back ! read more

Small's Smash Club - Double Combo - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

I came here on a Saturday night to get my Small's smashburger fix. It was slightly crowded with most tables filled. We opted for the bartop. I tried a glass of the Big Orange wine and loved every sip! The taste was unique and yummy. I'm itching to try the other 2 natural wines they have in stock! The bartop is rather plain with not much to look at but the menu or the TV. The food came out incredibly fast. The fries are always so tasty fried in tallow. The burger itself was delicious and cooked to perfection. The double patty burger I got left me stuffed! This is the perfect spot for a casual bite and drink. read more

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My friend said this was the best place for smash burgers, so we decided to all meet here to give it a try! They have a very simple menu, but I ordered a Single Combo with Fries and a drink. The employees were extremely friendly and helpful. There were plenty of tables available and it only took a few minutes for them to prepare our food after ordering. I thought the $15 for the combo was very fair. The burger was average size, comparable to Shake Shake burgers. I would say that the sauce it more like thousand island but a bit tangier in a way. The fries were cooked in tallow and so crispy. I loved the seasoning that they put on the fries and will be sure to ask for extra seasoning next time! Worker brought out ranch for us, and it went well with the fries. We got a side of onion rings to share for the table and these were also delicious! They were super crispy and a good portion for the price. I am usually not a burger person, but if I had to recommend a place, it would be this one. I just wish they had some more sauce options, like BBQ or something for the fries! read more

Small's Smash Club - Single Combo with Fries and Powerade - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

I wasn't as impressed as I had hoped based on other reviews, the people were really friendly so I may give it another shot

There's been a lot of buzz about this place so I was excited to finally have the opportunity to try it and man oh man was it satisfying! I placed a takeout order for onion rings and a single burger, added an extra patty, and added raw onions. The smash burger was uniquely delicious with the crispy beef and I loved that the onion rings were fried in tallow. I was helped by a nice bartender and who was very polite and positive. I asked for a side of the yellow peppers which he kindly gave me. When I got back to my car, I opened the box and saw the amount of food inside and realized one side of smalls sauce was not going to cut it. I went back inside to purchase another with my credit card in hand, and they gave it to me for free which was very nice. I'm already looking forward to returning and trying their natural wines and tallow French fries! THANK YOU TO THE FRIENDLY EMPLOYEES! read more

Small's Smash Club - Smash burger and onion rings - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

The smashburgers were soooo good. Exactly what we needed. I had the Surf Ghetto beer and my husband had the Lo-vis hazy ipa and a double smashburger. Super cute place. Vibes for sure. Seems like a local spot. Will be back for sure!! Servers were friendly. read more

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I have been on a smash burger kick lately and this one is right up near the top. It is either #1 or 2. I got the double smash and put the peppers on the burger. Absolutely fantastic! The beers were great as well. I sat at the bar and the ambiance was spot on. Definitely will be back. Try this spot! read more

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We were visiting the area and found this restaurant on a TikTok. We took their word for it and plugged the address in the GPS and headed over here. We are grateful for that TikTok because these are delicious burgers fries, and a really cute diner It's basically like an animal style smash burger . We decided we're always stopping here when in the area because it is too delicious.. read more

First time ever and we definitely will be coming back! Everything was so delicious. Service was friendly and fast. The burger was perfectly cooked, the bun was soft and the sauce tied it all together so well. The fries were crispy and flavorful and the onion rings were just as good!!! Golden, crunchy, and satisfying. You can really tell they care about quality here. Definitely coming back! read more

Small's Smash Club - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

Tried this place today - it was so good! 3 singles, all prepared slightly different and 1 grilled cheese with an order of French fries and onion rings. We loved everything; even our very picky 7 year old who ate his entire grilled cheese. The service was friendly and the lady who was expediting food, and doing the odd jobs (taking out the trash, wiping tables) was hustling! Phew! All with a smile and a welcoming attitude. We were lucky enough to find a table for the four of us right away, but as we left there were quite a few people waiting. This place is popular! Love to see that. We will be back!! read more

Been here twice now. First time when it just opened the wait was pretty crazy. This time we got our burgers in like 5 minutes. This place is FIRE. Don't let the couple bad reviews steer you different. Local spot that serves a real smash. Come try it out. Cheers! read more

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Wow! This burger is AMAZING. my honey and I picked up a couple of burgers to go and the service was fast, kind, and helpful. It only took about 10-15 minutes to order and grab it, which was nice! The quality of the burger itself surpassed our expectations. The patty was very juicy, the cheese rich, and the sauce perfectly balanced. This is hands down my new favorite craft burger joint and can't wait to go back. Next time we will be sure to dine in because the restaurant looks very inviting and friendly, with plenty of seating! read more

Small's Smash Club - Double smash - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

This is my favorite smash burger out of allll the smash burgers I've ever tried. I'm so happy this place opened near my house I'm obsessed. The staff are always friendly and the decor is cool too read more

My husband picked up a double smash burger and onion rings. The smash burger was crispy on the edges just as you would expect a Smash burger to be. It was seasoned well and was so good! The onion rings were crispy and yummy. Service with Alec was awesome!! They do pup burgers too. Thats a bonus in my book. So glad Small's opened near by!! if you love a good Smash burger and crispy, yummy onion rings run to this place!! read more

Small's Smash Club - Double smash! Almost forgot to take a picture since we wanted to dig in! - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

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I've been following Smalls Smash Club for years. They have been to a ton of local wineries and breweries. When they announced their brick and mortar store I was so pumped! Today was their opening day and they were amazing. Perfectly smashed burgers with excellent small sauce with fries and onion rings. We also ordered white wine bottle which pairs so well with the simple but absolutely delicious food. This is the definition of amazing local eats and can't wait to smash another one soon. The decor, vibes and food make the perfect mix of what I love about San Clemente. read more

Small's Smash Club - Double smash burger and fries with white wine - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Phenomenal burgers and brews to wash 'em down. I got the double smash burger and it was exactly what I was looking for.

10/10! This place just opened and has already blown us away... so much so that we came here two days in a row! The staff is so welcoming and helpful. The burgers are true smash burgers with crispy edges. The Small's sauce is money, fries and onion rings are flavorful on their own & crispy (but even better when you dip them in the smalls sauce). They serve Coke products and have a variety of beers on tap (& I believe a selection of wines) We are local and this spot will definitely be put into our weekly rotation! read more

Small's Smash Club - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

Best Smash Burger in town! Let's start with the food. For such an affordable price, you're getting really high-quality ingredients. The onion rings and fries are fried in beef tallow, and as someone with digestive issues, I was thrilled to finally enjoy fried food without any discomfort afterward. I haven't been able to eat onion rings outside of my own kitchen in years, so it was such a treat to enjoy something that tasted amazing and made me feel good afterward. As for the smash burger, it's exactly what you'd hope for. I got the double patty and it is by exact definition a SMASHED burger. The crispy edges of the beef patty pairs perfectly with their house sauce. Simply straightforward, and delicious! The ambience is also very fresh and welcoming. In addition to a reasonable amount of tables, there's a bar and a couch with board games making it great for a hangout spot! The style and artwork is also purely San Clementian. Very Beachy vibes. Finally, we were greeted by the friendliest host ever! He made sure we understood what was on the menu and offered us free drink refills and extra cups of water. Honestly, I didn't know what to expect going in and I was more than satisfied with my experience. From the delicious food to the welcoming service, this is my new favorite restaurant in the San Clemente area! read more

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After a long beach day in San Clemente, this place was exactly what we needed. Our family of four came in hungry and every single one of us loved it. The burgers were amazing--super flavorful and cooked perfectly--and the fries and onion rings were next level. Crispy, hot, and honestly addictive. My daughter got the grilled cheese and she was SO happy with it (which is always a win). We sat outside while the kids played the axe throwing game, and it made the whole experience so fun and relaxed. The weather was perfect, the vibe was great, and inside the restaurant is so cozy and cute--you can tell they put thought into the space. Megan helped us and she was super sweet and her service was great, she made sure we had everything we needed. Perfect spot for a casual meal after the beach. We'll 100% be back! read more

Smash burgers and tallow fries? What more can you ask for This was an absolutely delicious meal to try on a hot day in sunny San Clemente. Great new burger addition to the town. They have a super cute western surf theme going on in the restaurant, very aesthetic. I got a single smash burger combo, my boyfriend the double burger added jalepenos no combo and they still hooked him up with fries. Both burgers came out perfectly crispy and loaded with sauce, the fries had the best seasoning on them. Fountain drink cups are small but that's fine - we got a Los Molinos margarita seltzer with ab all natural juice base. Highly recommend! Next time I will probably try one of their natural wine selections. Reason for four stars instead of five: -couldn't find certification if meat is grass fed/finished -prices are a little high but justified if meat is grass fed/finished like point above -I loveeeee pickles but for some reason I thought they forgot the pickles in my burger while eating because they lacked flavor and crisp, maybe just a bad batch Overall, a great burger and experience. Definitely recommend to anyone who lives around here and has heard the hype - it's worth it. read more

Small's Smash Club - Smash burger combos - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

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Been meaning to check this place out after seeing all the buzz on the San Clemente Facebook page--and it did not disappoint! I really enjoyed the "$5 mystery beer" -- I assumed it would be draft, but it came in a can (still totally worth it for five bucks!). The vibe and taste of the food were both spot-on, especially for a newly opened restaurant. You can tell a lot of thought went into the concept. That said, the prices felt a bit high for a smash burger, but I get it -- inflation is real. At the end of the day, I don't mind paying a bit more when the food is this good. Definitely planning to come back again! read more

Small's Smash Club - Enjoying - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

Food was amazing, staff was great, and bathrooms were clean! Would definitely come back! read more

Small's Smash Club - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

Small's is the best in SC!! Burgers are bomb. Fries are great and the onion rings are SUPER BOMB!! Jordan and the team are rad and they always have the best service and are always friendly. The shop is awesome and has a great vibe to the place. It's a go-to for us barbers at the barbershop ! Thanks Smalls for the great food!! read more

Small's Smash Club - Dining area - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California

What an amazing burger! The sauce, pickles, thin bun, everything was delicious. It was huge but surprisingly not a gut bomb. I didn't feel stuffed after. The staff was very friendly and engaging. The ambiance was relaxed and simple. Everything was clean. read more

Small's Smash Club - Double Smash - Burgers Near Me - San Clemente, California