Looking for the Best Burger in Fort Lauderdale? Start With a Smash
The best burger in Fort Lauderdale is the one you can't stop thinking about the next day. For us, that's a smash burger: fresh house-blend beef pressed onto a hot flat-top until the edges go crispy and lacy, finished with melted American cheese on a toasted bun.
Here's what to look for in a great smash burger, what to order at Mr. Smash Burger, and where to find our kitchens on Las Olas, Downtown, and in Oakland Park.
What makes a great smash burger
Everyone has an opinion on the best burgers in Fort Lauderdale. Here's ours, and it's less about hype and more about technique.
1. A screaming-hot flat-top
We smash our patties on a 450° plate. That heat is what turns the outside of the beef into a deep brown crust in seconds.
2. Fresh beef, pressed hard
The smash itself matters. Pressing the beef flat right away gives it maximum contact with the plate, which builds the lacy, crispy edges smash burger fans chase.
3. Real melt
American cheese goes on while the patty is still sizzling so it melts into every edge.
4. A bun and sauce that don't get in the way
A soft, toasted bun and a balanced sauce, like the signature smash sauce on our Classic OG, should support the beef, not bury it.
Our six smashes, in detail
Every burger comes as a single, double, or triple. Here's the full lineup from the Mr. Smash Burger menu.
Classic OG Smash
The burger that started it all: house-blend patty, melted American cheese, diced onions, pickles, and our signature smash sauce. If you want to judge a burger joint, judge it by this one.
Oklahoma Onion Smash
Thin-sliced onions get smashed right into the patty so they caramelize on the flat-top, then American cheese and pickles on a toasted artisan bun.
Jalapeño Crema Smash
Spicy jalapeños, cool crema, and melted cheese. Heat and creaminess in balance.
Truffle Smash
Rich truffle-infused elements, melted cheese, and those signature crispy lacy edges.
Cowboy Smash
Smoky accents and melted cheese on a big, bold burger.
His-Panic Smash
Bold spices and melted cheese bring a vibrant kick to the smash style.
Don't skip the shake
A great burger deserves a thick, cold shake. Pick from vanilla, chocolate, zebra swirl, strawberry, or our new passionfruit shake. Sides, shakes, and drinks are on the menu at every location.
Ordering for the table? Grab a double for yourself, a triple to share the bites, and fries for everyone.
Where to get our burgers in Fort Lauderdale
Hours match each location page. Tap a kitchen name for photos, parking notes, and FAQs.
Mr. Smash Burger Las Olas / Huizenga Park
Right on Las Olas inside the newly redesigned Huizenga Park, with park-side seating by the river. Great for a lunch walk or a sunset bite.
32-A E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
- Mon–Sun: 11am – 10pm
Mr. Smash Burger Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Inside Bandoleros on SW 2nd St, a short walk from Las Olas and the Riverwalk. This is our late-night kitchen.
208-A SW 2nd St (inside Bandoleros), Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
- Mon–Thu: 5pm – 2am
- Fri: 5pm – 4am
- Sat: 11am – 4am
- Sun: 11am – 2am
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Mr. Smash Burger Oakland Park
The original Mr. Smash footprint on NE 12th Ave, a quick hop from Wilton Manors.
3200 NE 12th Ave A, Oakland Park, FL 33334
- Mon–Wed: 11am – 11pm
- Thu: 11am – 12am
- Fri–Sat: 11am – 1am
- Sun: 11am – 11pm
Mr. Smash Burger Sunrise
Out west on Sunset Strip for Sunrise, Plantation, and Tamarac.
10053 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, FL 33322
- Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu: 11am – 12am
- Tue, Fri, Sat: 11am – 1am
Up in Palm Beach County? Our Jupiter kitchen on North Coastal Way is open daily. Every store, including Denver and Mt Laurel Township openings, is on the Mr. Smash Burger locations page.
Out late? We've got you
When most kitchens have closed, Downtown is still smashing until 4am on Friday and Saturday nights. Our late-night food in Fort Lauderdale guide has every late hour, and the food near me guide helps you find the closest kitchen anywhere we cook.
Best burger in Fort Lauderdale: FAQ
What is the best burger in Fort Lauderdale?
It depends on what you like, but if you love crispy, lacy edges and melted American cheese, a smash burger is hard to beat. At Mr. Smash Burger, most first-timers start with the Classic OG Smash or the Oklahoma Onion Smash.
What makes a smash burger different?
A smash burger starts as a ball of fresh beef pressed hard onto a very hot flat-top. That contact creates a deeply browned, crispy crust and lacy edges while the inside stays juicy.
Where can I get a smash burger in Fort Lauderdale?
Mr. Smash Burger has three Fort Lauderdale-area kitchens: Las Olas inside Huizenga Park at 32-A E Las Olas Blvd, Downtown inside Bandoleros at 208-A SW 2nd St, and Oakland Park at 3200 NE 12th Ave A. Sunrise is out west at 10053 Sunset Strip.
Should I get a single, double, or triple?
A single is a quick bite, a double is the sweet spot for most people, and a triple is for a serious appetite. Every smash on the menu comes in all three sizes.
Is there a burger place open late in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Mr. Smash Burger Downtown is open until 2am Sunday through Thursday and until 4am on Friday and Saturday.
Can I order Mr. Smash Burger online?
Yes. Use the Order Online page to order through Toast from the kitchen closest to you for pickup.
Taste it for yourself
Judge the best burger in Fort Lauderdale the right way: hot off the flat-top.
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SMASH. EAT. REPEAT.