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Smesh Truck
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Smesh Truck
7.9
Smesh Truck is a roaming smashburger and fries truck that parks on the edge of downtown Flushing, serving crisp, well-salted fries alongside griddled patties. It’s a grab-and-go option with a small menu focused on burgers, cheese-smothered fries, and late-night street energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Loaded Fries, Classic Smash Burger with Fries, Cheese Fries
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Food-truck fries with generous toppings and smashburger drippings.
Who should go: Burger-and-fries obsessives who don’t need seating.
When to visit: Evenings when the truck draws its biggest crowd.
What to order: Loaded Fries, smashburger combo, cheese fries.
Insider tip: Check social media for exact parking spot and hours.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is the only option; availability varies by block, and it gets tight after 7pm near Main Street and Northern Boulevard.
Dress code: Casual streetwear; come as you are since it’s a food-truck setting with no indoor seating.
Noise level: Moderate to loud depending on traffic and foot flow; conversations are possible but expect city noise.
Weekend wait: 15–25 minutes depending on the crowd and how long the truck remains parked.
Weekday lunch: Often no wait, though service may pause briefly during prep cycles.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited—usually cheese fries or plain fries; the menu is burger-forward.
Vegan options: Minimal—plain fries are typically the only viable option.
Gluten-free options: Not ideal—no dedicated fryer or gluten-free handling, and cross-contact is likely.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you want a very casual street-food vibe; great for a low-pressure meet-up but not suited for a longer sit-down date since there’s no seating.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no tables or reservations; everything is grab-and-go. Nearby public benches may be available depending on the time.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick bites, but best for older kids; there’s no seating, and younger children may find the street-side environment hectic.
Best For
Better for: Late-night burger-and-fries cravings where speed, price, and crisp, generously topped fries matter more than comfort.
Skip if: You want seating, a broader menu, quieter dining, or strong vegetarian or gluten-free options.
Smesh Truck
8.3
Smesh Truck is a late-night smash burger truck parked off Stratton Street, drawing lines for thin, crispy-edged patties and loaded fries until around midnight. It feels more like a curbside hang than a sit-down meal, but the sear on the burgers and the energy around the truck make it a go-to burger move after downtown spots close.
Must-Try Dishes:
Single smash burger with American cheese, Double smash burger with caramelized onions, Loaded fries with sauce and pickles
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.4
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Smash-style burgers off a food truck that reliably runs to midnight.
Who should go: Friends craving street-style burgers after downtown closes.
When to visit: 11pm to midnight, when the line and grill are busiest.
What to order: Single smash with cheese, double smash, loaded fries.
Insider tip: Call in or order early on busy nights so your burgers hit the grill before the late rush.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; spots along nearby side streets can open up late at night but are limited during peak downtown traffic.
Dress code: Completely casual — it’s an outdoor food-truck setup, so hoodies, caps, and late-night comfort wear all fit right in.
Noise level: Moderate street noise from cars and foot traffic; still easy enough to hold a conversation while waiting for your order.
Weekend wait: 10–20 minutes depending on the rush, especially between 11pm and midnight.
Weekday lunch: N/A — the truck operates primarily evenings and late nights, not during lunch hours.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited — fries and sides are available, but there is no dedicated vegetarian burger.
Vegan options: Very limited — ingredients are not optimized for vegan diners beyond plain fries.
Gluten-free options: Minimal — burgers are served on standard buns, and cross-contact is likely on the flat-top grill.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you’re aiming for a low-key, curbside hang with great burgers. There’s no seating and it’s very casual, so it works better for laid-back dates than formal ones.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no tables or reservations — expect to eat standing, curbside, or take food to go.
Is it kid-friendly? Suitable for older kids who can handle street-side dining; there are no seats, bathrooms, or amenities for younger children.
Best For
Better for: Late-night smash burgers with strong sear and energy; ideal when you want something fast, flavorful, and street-style after nearby kitchens close.
Skip if: You want seating, a full menu, dietary accommodations, or a quieter environment — consider a dine-in burger spot instead.