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    Smashburger

    3.2 (196 reviews)
    ModerateBurgers, Fast Food
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Treba D.

    Wait a minute! I have passed this place so many times going to the plaza, but never stopped. After seeing the reviews I thought why not give it a try and it did not disappoint. I ordered the truffle mushroom burger which was very garlicky but still really tasty and the smash fries. The fries were superb. The service was also great as the cashier confirmed I was making a good selection as a first timer. I also ran next door to grab something from the grocery store and my order was up before I returned but they held it in a small warmer so it wasn't cold once I returned. I'm about to ask everyone at the office if they've tried it... because why haven't you.

    Excellent burgers!! (Says my nephew) We came here on a aunt/nephew "yes day" at his request. The mushroom truffle burger was yummy. The kids meal was perfect for him!

    Classic Black Bean Burger
    Domonique D.

    Alhassen exemplified some of the best customer service I've experienced in a YEARS! He was so polite, knowledgeable and honest when recommending what I should order. I was a little bummed turkey burgers aren't offered anymore, but with his expertise he got me right. Great food, great atmosphere and EXCELLENT customer service!

    Dairy free, cookies, and cream shake
    Tiffany H.

    This is a nice spot located in the Cotswold area. There's parking on the side/back. The staff are friendly. I was immediately greeted upon entering. They have several different options for food such as burgers wings shakes fries, onion, rings. Tots, etc. The place was clean. For the burger, onion rings, and shake. It will cost you around $20. The weight wasn't long at all. Hope you enjoy your experience.

    Double Classic Smash
    Derek M.

    2.5 stars really. Small parking lot and it's a massive chain. Food was ok, but a bit expensive for the price. Burger was almost sliding off the bun. Fries ok at best. Service was great though.

    Classic Double Smash Fries
    Tameka G.

    I have been here before and I have always had good experiences. Yesterday was another one of them. My husband and I ordered the double smash burger with the smash fries and a drink it was sooo good. The burger was nice hot & juicy!!! The service was fast! My son enjoyed the tenders kids meal and fries. The portion size was good for him. The staff was great she answered my questions with no problems and was ready to take our order as soon as we arrived. If you are looking for a great burger option while in the Cotswold Area I highly recommend you give this place a try.

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    José A.

    A pretty decent hamburger place in a centrally located area in town. My wife and I had the smoked cheddar brisket burger and the barbeque bacon cheddar burger with fried. The fries were pretty good, and the burgers were not bad either. We tried getting the wings, but the wait time was 14 minutes, so we went for burgers. The location was easy to find, and it has its own free parking spot.

    Smash Tots.  Very small portion for the price, over $3.00!!
    Drema C.

    The COLORADO BURGER was a good even if it is kind of messy. No picture because it is not the prettiest presentation. The lettuce is cut in ribbons which is great for a salad but weird for a burger and it and falls out of the bun constantly. Speaking of the bun, the Colorado burger comes with a spicy chipotle bun. It tasted like a regular bun. The SMASH TOTS® are delicious with the rosemary flavor. My only complaint is they are overpriced (over $3.00) for a very small amount of tots (see picture).

    Super nice employee. Free drinks insanely good burgers and great music. Never go to the Panera down the street, smash burger on top. Cheap affordable prices for great food that will make ur day. Can't comprehend how good these milkshakes are. Where ass Panera tastes like moldy cheese and has slow working employees with no commen sense Go smash burger

    Giant hair in my smashburger.
    Bry F.

    Pulled this giant hair out of my mouth after biting into their smashburger today. After finding the giant hair I looked and saw no one working here wearing hairnets. No one in the kitchen or out front or even the manager were wearing hairnets. Disgusting. This will be my last trip to Smashburger forever. Time to go throw up.

    Delicious DBL Smash!!
    Tj J.

    Absolutely delicious!! Fast - friendly! Crew offers great energy, with smiles! Rare thing these days!

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    Burgers delicious, love the fries & variations. One friend had chicken tenders & raved about them!! Reasonable prices!

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    Amazon food and service!!! They have non dairy milkshakes it was so yummy! My burger was great too very flavorful.

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    3.6 miBelmont
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    4.2 miUptown
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    4.5(764 reviews)
    4.2 miNoDa
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