7 California Food Trucks Serving Smash Burgers To Perfection
Smash burgers have taken California by storm, with their crispy edges and juicy centers earning cult status across the Golden State. From San Francisco to San Diego, food trucks are crushing the competition literally, by pressing thin patties onto blazing hot grills to achieve that irresistible caramelized crust.
Grab some napkins and loosen your belt, it’s time for a mouthwatering ride through California’s top mobile smash burger legends, earning a sizzling 9.5 out of 10 for flavor, flair, and full-blown burger bliss.
1. Softies (Los Angeles)
Hiding in plain sight on LA’s bustling streets, Softies contradicts its name with crispy-edged smash patties that could make a vegetarian weep. Their secret? A butter-toasted potato roll that cradles the beef like a dream.
Though the line stretches longer than Hollywood Boulevard during tourist season, the wait is absolutely worth it. Just saying!
2. Smish Smash (San Francisco)
Where Bay Area tech bros and foodies unite! Smish Smash crushes the competition with locally-sourced beef smashed thinner than your phone. Their signature Fog City Melt combines gooey cheese with caramelized onions for a flavor explosion.
How do they maintain such consistency? Each patty gets exactly 45 seconds of smash time, timed to perfection!
3. Heavy Handed (Los Angeles)
If Thor made burgers, they’d come from Heavy Handed! These mammoth creations feature beef dry-aged for 30 days before meeting their destiny on a sizzling flat-top. The result? A burger with flavor deeper than your existential crisis.
Though minimalist in toppings, these bad boys pack maximum punch. Their hand-cut fries might steal the show if the burgers weren’t so dang good.
4. For The Win (San Diego)
Game on! This sports-themed truck hits a home run with double-stacked smashers that would make any referee drop their whistle in awe. Their signature FTW sauce, a secret blend that’s part spicy, part tangy should be bottled and sold nationwide.
However, what really scores points is their brioche bun, toasted to golden perfection. Slam dunk delicious!
5. California Smash Burgers (Los Angeles)
Talk about truth in advertising! These LA legends keep it simple with a name that tells you exactly what you’re getting – quintessential California-style smashers. Their avocado-topped masterpiece should have its own star on the Walk of Fame.
Though newcomers to the scene, they’ve quickly built a following fiercer than Marvel fanboys. The cheese pull on their burgers would break Instagram if it were a person!
6. Super Smash Burgers (Anaheim)
Near the happiest place on earth, Super Smash Burgers creates the second happiest place! Their Nintendo-inspired menu features character-themed burgers that would make Mario jump for joy. The Princess Peach burger with sweet bacon jam? Chef’s kiss!
Kids go bonkers for their mini smashers while parents appreciate the craft beer selection. Gaming and gourmet burgers – name a more iconic duo!
7. Smasherz Food Truck (Millbrae)
Flying under the radar in Millbrae, Smasherz might be the Bay Area’s best-kept secret. Their Korean-inspired bulgogi smash burger fuses cultures more seamlessly than a Silicon Valley startup. The kimchi aioli will haunt your dreams – in the best possible way!
Though tiny in size, this truck packs flavor bigger than tech billionaires’ egos. Drop your thoughts below if you’ve tried their legendary garlic fries!