Smacking Burger — all mentions

postPost-trip food ratings152 pts
“Best burger I’ve ever had, 10/10.”
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in:Best burger without a reservation 11 pts
replying to u/snazzyvalise: Au Cheval has a downstairs bar that’s walk in only. Minetta Tavern will serve walk ins at the bar, but there will likely be a wait unless you go very late. (I think they serve till midnight.) Other thoughts: Corner Bistro, JG Melon. For Smashed: Hamburger America, 7th Street Burger. Good luck.
“Smacking Burger in the WV/Chelsea Mobil gas station nearby is better, imho.”
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in:Post-trip food ratings9 pts
replying to u/justflipping: Thanks for the update on your last post! And lol that stark difference of Caffe Panna scores 10/10 vs 0/10.
“I was seriously contemplating grabbing another smacking burger pre flight”
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in:Hamburger America or Gotham?8 pts
“I think Smacking Burger is better than Gotham, Hamburger America or 7th street burger.”
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in:Are there any smash burgers in the city that come close to GBSC?5 pts
replying to u/justflipping: Been a fan of Nowon and Smacking Burger. More recent smash burger recs: [Burger Crawl Recommendations](https://reddit.com/r/FoodNYC/comments/1kvzec0/burger_crawl_recommendations/)
“Smacking burger was so good! Also never saw it on social media just looked on google maps while craving a smash burger. I got a double and it had juicy and flavorful patties with a good meat to bread ratio”
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in:Rough and ready spots5 pts
“Smacking burger. Burger spot in a gas station”
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in:Best burger that’s not on the top of everyone’s best burger list?4 pts
replying to u/Vedek_Kira: Smacking Burger in Chelsea. Way better than any burger made in a gas station has a right to be
“somewhat disappointed by the smash burgers there. Not bad for a gas station joint tho”
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in:Fried onion burger from Hamburger America by George Motz. 5 ⭐️s3 pts
replying to u/crazeman: I sat at the counter for my burger and it tasted terrible. I wasn't STARING at the guy who made my burger the entire time but it I'm 99% sure he forgot to add seasoning because the burger was tasteless and I know I can make a better smash burger at home. (There are times where I forget to add salt when I cook a smash burger, and it still ends up more flavorful than the burger the guy made lol. It also took him a very long time to make the burger, at home I crank up the stove and it's usually done in 2 mins) I stayed at the counter long enough for him to watch gim make another burger and I did not see him season that one either but MAYBE I just missed it again. When I went home and watch the YT video on how George Motz makes it, the guy definitely did not stack and steam the buns lol. Maybe I'm just unlucky and got a his first day on the job guy making burgers lol. I'm not the type to complain to the waiter so I just took the L and won't go back.
“Go to smacking burger if you want a good smash burger.”
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in:Are there any smash burgers in the city that come close to GBSC?3 pts
replying to u/twoanddone_9737: Nowon isnt too far from me and it’s been on the list for a while, may go try it out later today. Smacking Burger really that good? I’ve seen it on social media a ton which is usually a red flag for me. But maybe that’s just cause of the novelty of it being in a gas station.
“smacking burger is really good. used to live nearby and went all the time”
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in:Whats Your Favorite "Cheap" Burger?3 pts
“Smacking Burger is great, a single is less that $7 I think.”
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in:Best burger that’s not on the top of everyone’s best burger list?3 pts
replying to u/Vedek_Kira: Smacking Burger in Chelsea. Way better than any burger made in a gas station has a right to be
“THIS!!!!! always on point”
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in:Burger Crawl Recommendations2 pts
replying to u/Cuck_4_Cunnilingus: A little higher up location wise but Smacking Burger at the Mobil Gas station in West Village is an awesome smash
“Just had this. So damn good, thanks for the rec”
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in:Best Burger in Manhattan 1 pts
“Best smash burger in the city; rivals Pastis.”
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in:Name a place to eat at thats nasty af but people hype tf out of it1 pts
replying to u/gianthamguy: 7th street isn’t nasty but it’s way overhyped
“You can pay two dollars more for the Big Smack at Smacking burger and it's so so so much better”
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in:Food Budgeting for 4 nights in NYC1 pts
“smacking burger in twv does burgers for 6$ that are amazing”
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in:Hamburger America wasn’t good1 pts
“It’s so good, fresh, great sauce, and they use bread & butter pickles which gives it a unique taste.”
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in:Have you ever tried a dish at a restaurant in NYC that was so tasty you almost came back the next day—or even kept returning for it again and again?1 pts
“I was in town during Smacking Burger’s soft open last year and have had a Big Smack every time I’ve been in town since”
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in:Burger Crawl Recommendations1 pts
“Smacking Burger at the Mobil Gas station in West Village is an awesome smash”
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in:Who really has the best burger?🍔 Shake Shack, J.G. Melon, Emily, Smashy’s Personally, I’m torn between Smashy’s crisp edges and Emily.1 pts
“For fast food burger, it’s Smacking Burger.”
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in:Hamburger America or Gotham?1 pts
replying to u/BaskingInWanderlust: Smacking is on my list! I've heard great things. I've done the other three - Gotham, Hamburger America, and 7th - and all were fine, but nothing to write home about.
“At Smacking I recommend the Oklahoma on a sesame bun. I think it’s the best smash burger in NYC right now.”
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in:What are the best burgers in New York City?1 pts
“My three favorite are Smacking burger for a big messy burger with great secret sauce”
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in:Whats Your Favorite "Cheap" Burger?1 pts
replying to u/Paul-ing_Out: How does smacking burger rank?
“Pretty solid! Quality wise it's right there with 7th Street for me, but a big plus is menu size (they have 4-6 options including impossible burgers)”
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in:Am I doing it right?0 pts
“Other recs for casual smashed burgers: Hamburger America, Gotham Burger, Smacking Burger”
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in:Is Bungalow a must try? What's the best new restaurant from the last 12 months?-1 pts
“Smacking Burger is my pick from the last year. Same price as Shake Shack, but tastes better than anything Meyer has put out in years.”
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in:“Ethnic” fast casual in manhattan?335 pts
“Smacking Burger”
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in:Whats Your Favorite "Cheap" Burger?99 pts
“Smacking burger - yes the one in the gas station, it's a gimmick but it hits.”
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in:what's a place that everyone recommends but you violently disagree?31 pts
replying to u/karmacop97: Au Cheval - way better burgers available and without the fuss of getting in and paying $40
“There are certainly great cheaper burgers (IE: Smacking Burger in TWV) but they are not better than Chevburger to me”
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in:Are there any smash burgers in the city that come close to GBSC?25 pts
“Been a fan of Nowon and Smacking Burger.”
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in:How do NYC food influencers afford eating out so often?21 pts
“Instead, it makes every new restaurant opening a cash grab, which over time diminishes quality (business owners are building for the gram, not for a meaningful human experience—Smacking Burger is an example of this)”
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in:Best burger that’s not on the top of everyone’s best burger list?20 pts
“Smacking Burger”
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in:Where To Get A Great, No-Fuss Burger In NYC - The Infatuation17 pts
replying to u/RiceOnAStick: Not sure I can trust someone that gives 7th Street a 8.6
“If I want that late night smashburger fix these days I hit up Casa 13urger (with cowboy butter) or Smacking Burger”
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in:Best burger without a reservation 11 pts
“Smacking Burger”
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in:Best burger that’s not on the top of everyone’s best burger list?11 pts
“Smacking Burger in Chelsea. Way better than any burger made in a gas station has a right to be”
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in:what's a place that everyone recommends but you violently disagree?8 pts
“Smacking Burger is DELICIOUS and is in a great location (gas station).”
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in:Does Emily have one of the top 5 burgers in the West Village?4 pts
“Fwiw I like the 7th st on mcdougal, hamburger America or the smacking burger inside the gas station in the neighborhood”
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in:Hamburger America wasn’t good4 pts
“Some recs: - Smacking Burger”
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in:Best smashburger in NYC4 pts
“Smacking burger in the gas station is awesome too”
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in:What are the best burgers in New York City?4 pts
“I’m obsessed too here are my favs in no particular order.”
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in:Advice and Recommendations3 pts
“I would replace 7th St with either Hamburger America or Smacking Burger.”
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in:Burger Crawl Recommendations3 pts
“Some recs: - Hamburger America - Gotham Burger Social Club - Smacking Burger”
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in:Are there any smash burgers in the city that come close to GBSC?3 pts
replying to u/twoanddone_9737: Nowon isnt too far from me and it’s been on the list for a while, may go try it out later today. Smacking Burger really that good? I’ve seen it on social media a ton which is usually a red flag for me. But maybe that’s just cause of the novelty of it being in a gas station.
“I just walked past, tried it, and thought it was pretty damn good.”
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in:5-Day NYC Food Plan – Would Love Your Thoughts 🙏3 pts
replying to u/kissingdaylight: Because it’s delicious?
“For smashbrugers, Gotham Burger, Smacking Burger, 20g Cafe, Cozy Royale, and even VC-financed 7th Street all make better burgers than Hamburger America now”
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in:Whats Your Favorite "Cheap" Burger?3 pts
replying to u/Paul-ing_Out: How does smacking burger rank?
“I’d say it’s there with 7th st.”
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in:Questions about Hamburger America2 pts
“I would take Smacking Burger or 7th st over it. They have more flavor and impact IMO”
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in:Best burgers in town2 pts
“Smacking Burger”
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in:What burgers should I eat during a week off from work2 pts
“Surprising how good it is for a burger joint in a gas station.”
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in:Best burger that’s not on the top of everyone’s best burger list?2 pts
replying to u/VibeCoderMcSwaggins: Used to live down there. Dunno if it was time of day but somewhat disappointed by the smash burgers there. Not bad for a gas station joint tho
“My husband and I were not impressed.”
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in:Burgers - Best and Worst1 pts
“new Smacking Burger is awesome”
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in:Where To Get A Great, No-Fuss Burger In NYC - The Infatuation1 pts
“Smacking Burger is probably the best burger you can buy in a place that also sells antifreeze”
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in:I'm part of a burger league trying 20+ burgers in NYC. These are my stats so far. Any places we should add?1 pts
“Smacking Burger if we’re strictly focused on bang for your buck”
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