Smashburger – American
The air hums with the rhythmic sizzle of fresh beef pressed against a searing-hot griddle, creating those signature lacy, caramelized edges that define the ultimate burger experience. Molten layers of cheese and smoky bacon crown these juicy patties, while indulgent additions like creamy mac and cheese elevate classic American comfort food into a decadent, texture-rich art form.
6061, El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA, 92115 +16193598444 https://smashburger.com/locations/us/ca/san-diego/6061-el-cajon-blvd/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Smashburger
Dairy-Free at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Double Scorchin' Chicken Smash, Cup of Homestyle Chili and Smash Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 11 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Double Scorchin' Chicken Smash, Cup of Homestyle Chili and Smash Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 17 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheesy Mac, Smash Tots and Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Scorchin' Hot Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smash Tots and Scorchin' Hot Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cup of Homestyle Chili, Smash Tots and SmashFries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smash Tots, French Fries and Scorchin' Hot Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Smashburger
Smashburger in San Diego has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smash Tots, Tots and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Smashburger
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Smash | 68.2 g | 39.8 g |
| BBQ Bacon Smash | 86.8 g | 37.6 g |
| Bacon Stack Smash | 12.5 g | 33.1 g |
| Double BBQ Bacon Smash | 86.8 g | 32.1 g |
| Scorchin' Hot Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 28.7 g | 31.8 g |
| All-American Smash | 80.9 g | 29.4 g |
| Scorchin' Cheesy Mac Big Dog | 86.9 g | 21.5 g |
| Scorchin' Cheesy Mac Smash | 17.6 g | 19.5 g |
| Scorchin' Hot Tots | 0 g | 17.4 g |
| Cheesy Mac Smash | 9.1 g | 16.9 g |
| Scorchin' Chicken Smash | 14.3 g | 16.6 g |
| Double Truffle Mushroom Smash | 0 g | 14.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Menu
Smashburgers
100% Certified Angus Beef, hand-smashed to order.
- Double Cheesy Mac Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, mac & cheese, toasted bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Mac Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, mac & cheese, toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double All-American Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, American cheese, mustard, ketchup, pickles, onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- All-American Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, American cheese, mustard, ketchup, pickles, onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Deluxe Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Deluxe Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Classic Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, Smash Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, Smash Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Bacon Stack Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, applewood smoked bacon, melted cheese, butter toasted bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Stack Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, applewood smoked bacon, melted cheese, butter toasted bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Colorado Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, fresh green chilies, melted cheddar, pepper jack, lettuce, tomato, mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Colorado Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, fresh green chilies, melted cheddar, pepper jack, lettuce, tomato, mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Black Bean Smash - $4.99: Black bean patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double BBQ Bacon Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, BBQ sauce, bacon, haystack onions, cheddar cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, BBQ sauce, bacon, haystack onions, cheddar cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Truffle Mushroom Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, sautéed mushrooms, truffle mayo, swiss cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Mushroom Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, sautéed mushrooms, truffle mayo, swiss cheese Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Scorchin' Menu
Bold and spicy flavors for those who like it hot.
- Double Scorchin' Cheesy Mac Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, spicy mac & cheese, scorchin' sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scorchin' Cheesy Mac Smash - $4.99: 100% Certified Angus Beef, spicy mac & cheese, scorchin' sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scorchin' Cheesy Mac Big Dog - $4.99: All-Angus hot dog, spicy mac & cheese, scorchin' sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Scorchin' Chicken Smash - $4.99: Crispy chicken, scorchin' sauce, spicy toppings Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scorchin' Chicken Smash - $4.99: Crispy chicken, scorchin' sauce, spicy toppings Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scorchin' Hot Crispy Chicken Sandwich - $4.99: Crispy chicken, scorchin' hot seasoning, pickles, mayo Available at: dinner, lunch
- 3 Scorchin' Hot Tenders - $4.99: Crispy chicken tenders with scorchin' hot seasoning Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- 5 Scorchin' Hot Tenders - $4.99: Crispy chicken tenders with scorchin' hot seasoning Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
The perfect wingman to our gourmet burgers.
- SmashFries - $4.99: Rosemary, garlic, olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large SmashFries - $4.99: Rosemary, garlic, olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smash Tots - $4.99: Rosemary, garlic, olive oil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $4.99: Classic crispy fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large French Fries - $4.99: Classic crispy fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tots - $4.99: Golden tater tots Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Waffle Fries - $4.99: Sweet and savory waffle-cut fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scorchin' Hot Fries - $4.99: Fries with scorchin' hot seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scorchin' Hot Tots - $4.99: Tots with scorchin' hot seasoning Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Mac - $4.99: Creamy macaroni and cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $4.99: Fried brussels sprouts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cup of Homestyle Chili - $4.99: Hearty beef chili Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Hand-Spun Shakes
Rich, creamy, and blended to perfection with Häagen-Dazs ice cream.
- Oreo Cookies & Cream Shake - $4.99: Häagen-Dazs ice cream, Oreo cookie pieces Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Shake - $4.99: Häagen-Dazs chocolate ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Shake - $4.99: Häagen-Dazs vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Strawberry Shake - $4.99: Häagen-Dazs strawberry ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
Refreshing drink options.
- Diet Coca-Cola - $4.99: Fountain drink Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Coca-Cola - $4.99: Fountain drink Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Smashburger
- Is Smashburger dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Smashburger has 14 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Double Scorchin' Chicken Smash, Cup of Homestyle Chili and Smash Tots.
- What can I eat at Smashburger on a dairy-free diet?
- Double Scorchin' Chicken Smash, Cup of Homestyle Chili and Smash Tots carry the dairy-free tag, out of 14 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Smashburger have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Smash Tots and Tots.
- Is Smashburger gluten-free?
- 11 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Smashburger?
- Classic Smash, at roughly 39.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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