Smashburger, one of the fastest growing restaurant concepts in history, has launched its fourth UK site in the heart of Bath City Centre on Southgate Street – the new 150 cover restaurant is their largest UK restaurant to date.
Smashed fresh. Served delicious
Smashburger is already a hit stateside for its innovative approach to the humble burger, transforming the fast food staple from the predictably mediocre to a must-try explosive taste sensation. Such a success, that since the first Smashburger in 2007, they now boast over 370 locations within ten countries, operating in cities such as California, Texas, New York and now Bath.
What makes this burger different? The secret’s in the “smash” – a unique method of cooking whereby 100% British Red Tractor Assured beef is hand-formed into a meatball and then smashed onto a hot buttered grill, searing in all the juices and flavour, producing a burger unlike any other. Combine this unique cooking method with the best of British ingredients and you get a truly delicious standout burger.
Burger better
Bringing bags of experience to the UK burger scene, Smashburger offers a premium product at an affordable price, effortlessly combining the quality of high-end casual dining with speed, efficiency and value. Developed by Smashburger Founder Tom Ryan in Denver USA, the founding location, original recipes such as the Classic Smash, BBQ Bacon Cheddar, Truffle Mushroom Swiss and Bacon Cheeseburger can be found worldwide alongside a menu of many more.
The group is redefining expectations and creating a category of its very own, proving that the burger experience can be a superior one. The burgers are always made-to-order, never frozen, and all produce is sourced from reputable, local UK suppliers and designed to be cooked and ready to devour in less than six minutes.
More than just a burger
Showcasing the best of British is the foundation of the hand-crafted menu, with other tasty options including juicy grilled and crispy chicken breast sandwiches; garlic grilled Portobello cap mushroom vegetarian burger; freshly prepared salads and irresistible sides like the garlic and rosemary Smash fries and crunchy veggie frites.
Part of Smashburger’s rich ethos is to develop a Local Smash dish for every location meaning that there are now over 370 unique recipes keeping locally produced food items at the core of their ever-expanding menu. The UK exclusive Stilton Stack burger marries the signature “smash” patty with sweet chutney, fresh rocket, crispy haystack onions, Applewood smoked bacon and Stilton cheese, all piled high on a Smash bun.
Fizz for every occasion
Superior burgers need a drinks offering to match, and Smashburger’s list of libations does not disappoint. Blending cultures from both sides of the pond, Smashburger will offer a local Bath beer, Werrrd! 4.2% APA by Electric Bear Brewing Co., alongside a choice of red, white and rosé wines and Prosecco.
There’s plenty of soft fizz too, the Coca Cola Freestyle touch-screen soda fountains contain over 100 different fizzy combinations from your favourite brands including Coca Cola, Fanta, Dr. Pepper, Sprite and Powerade. Or, truly indulge with a creamy ‘handspun’ shake made with Häagen–Dazs® ice cream in chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, Oreo and chocolate Oreo flavours.
A slice of the pie
The new 150 cover restaurant follows hot off the heels of the first UK site which opened in Milton Keynes in May, followed shortly by Brighton, and more recently at the intu Eldon Square Shopping Centre in Newcastle. The interiors combine raw architecture in the form of exposed brick walls and cast iron beams whilst curved banquette seating provides stylish comfort for large groups and gatherings. The contemporary furnishings, upcycled features and modern lantern lighting, seamlessly emulate a slice of the Big Apple’s edgy meatpacking district, resulting in an industrial setting with a modern feel.
Smash, sizzle, savour – Smashburger’s arrived in Bath.