The Rise of Smash Burgers
Over the past decade, smash burgers have become one of the biggest trends in the burger world. From street food stalls to popular diners, this crispy and flavour-packed burger style has gained a loyal following among burger fans.
Smash burgers are known for their thin patties, crispy edges, and rich beef flavour. While they may feel like a modern trend, the technique actually has roots in traditional diner cooking — the same style of cooking that inspired many classic burgers served at Eddie Rocket’s.
What Is a Smash Burger?
A smash burger is made by placing a ball of ground beef on a hot flat-top grill and pressing it down firmly with a spatula. This technique creates a thin patty with crispy edges and a caramelised crust.
The intense heat of the grill creates flavour through the Maillard reaction, which gives smash burgers their signature crispy texture and savoury taste.
Because smash burgers cook quickly and develop a rich crust, they have become extremely popular with burger lovers looking for bold flavour.
Why Smash Burgers Became So Popular
Social Media Food Trends
Food trends spread quickly online, and smash burgers are highly visual. Videos of sizzling patties being pressed onto a hot grill have helped introduce this style to millions of people around the world.
The Street Food Movement
Food trucks and independent burger restaurants helped fuel the smash burger boom. The cooking method is fast, simple, and perfect for busy kitchens.
Big Flavour from Simple Ingredients
Smash burgers focus on quality beef, a hot grill, and a soft bun. The simplicity allows the flavour of the burger to stand out.
Smash Burgers and Classic Diner Burgers
While smash burgers have surged in popularity, classic diner burgers remain a favourite for many people.
Traditional diner burgers are thicker and juicier, often topped with fresh ingredients like lettuce, tomato, cheese, and sauces. This style of burger has been a staple of American diners for decades and continues to be loved for its satisfying bite.
At Eddie Rocket’s, the focus remains on delivering that classic diner burger experience — combining quality ingredients with the timeless flavours of American diner cooking.
Both smash burgers and classic diner burgers offer something unique.
Smash burgers deliver crispy edges and intense flavour, while traditional diner burgers offer a thicker, juicy bite packed with toppings. Whether you prefer crispy or juicy, both styles celebrate what makes burgers so enjoyable.
Experience Classic Diner Burgers at Eddie Rocket’s
While food trends come and go, the love of a great burger never changes. At Eddie Rocket’s, burgers are made with quality ingredients and served in the spirit of the classic American diner.
Pair your burger with crispy fries and a hand-spun milkshake for the full diner experience. Visit your nearest Eddie Rocket’s and enjoy classic diner favourites, from delicious burgers and loaded fries to creamy milkshakes.