Smashed East Village

As the city's first brick-and-mortar spot dedicated to the style, the menu moves beyond the classic with ten signature specialty options including blue cheese, mushroom, and Oklahoma-style builds. Side options feature thin, McDonald’s-style fries. While the patties are not overly greasy, the extreme smash technique means the meat can lose some flavor in exchange for that intense edge crunch. The service is consistently friendly, though the pricing feels high to some for a simple counter-service meal.