L’Hamburger is getting the smash burger exactly right. Born from owner George Megas’s travels to the U.S., this spot brought its take on the quintessential American smash burger to Montreal in 2019. Each patty is pressed cold onto a sizzling griddle, creating that signature crispy crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy. Sandwiched in Martin’s Potato Rolls with lettuce, onions, pickles, and secret sauce, the result is burger simplicity at its best.

Their fries, golden and crisp, are the ideal companion, though adventurous eaters might take a dunk into one of L’Hamburger’s creamy milkshakes for a satisfying twist. Now with locations in Pierrefonds and Blainville, L’Hamburger is spreading its no-nonsense philosophy of burgers, shakes, and fries to more corners of the city. For smash burger purists, it’s the ultimate destination.