In the ever-evolving Toronto food scene, one trend continues to dominate in 2025: the humble yet mighty smash burger. There’s something magical about patties smashed to crispy perfection on a sizzling flat top, creating that signature caramelized crust and juicy interior we’ve all come to crave. I’ve eaten my way across the city to bring you this definitive guide to Toronto’s top 10 smash burgers. From established favourites to new contenders, these spots are keeping the smash burger revolution alive and well in the 6ix.
Old-school comfort food with elevated ingredients specializing in chicken sandwiches & burgers.
Visit the park to chill and savor fresh simple offerings, with ingredients thoughtfully sourced, in a memorable backdrop.
We’re not trying to reinvent the burger-but perfect it!
Holy Chuck is a pioneer in Toronto’s burger scene. In such a short period of time since our opening on September 7th 2011, Holy Chuck has made a huge impact and quite a statement. Our hand rolled patties made of aged high quality steak is ground fresh every hour and has earned our signature burger The Holy Chuck best burger in Toronto by Joanne Kate’s and Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra to name a few. We have also been rated as one of the Top 100 restaurants in Toronto in 2014.
