Smash burgers in Leicester: the complete guide

By DesiSmash by Chef Hass · Nov 2026 · 3 min read

Close-up of The OG Smash cut in half, showing a crisp beef patty, melted cheese, pickles and diced onion

If you want smash burgers in Leicester, DesiSmash cooks chef-made Original and Desi-spiced smash burgers every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5 pm. You pre-order a time slot on the website, then collect for free or choose delivery within 3 miles of our kitchen.

Smash burgers have become hugely popular, and for good reason: a crisp, lacy crust, melted cheese and a juicy middle. This guide explains what to look for when you search for smash burgers in Leicester, and how DesiSmash works, so you can order with confidence.

What is a smash burger?

A smash burger is made by pressing a ball of mince flat onto a very hot griddle so it cooks into a thin patty with a crisp, browned crust. The thin patties are usually stacked two or three high, with cheese melted between them. If you are new to the idea, start with what is a smash burger? and smash burger vs thick burger.

What to look for in a smash burger in Leicester

A visible crust. The edges of the patty should be dark, crisp and lacy, not pale and flat.
Cooked to order. A smash patty is best straight off the griddle. Ask whether burgers are made to order.
Melted cheese. The cheese should be melted into the patty, not sitting on top like a slice.
A toasted bun. A buttered, toasted bun keeps the burger from going soggy. See why brioche suits a smash burger.
Sauce you can taste. Sauce should balance the richness, not drown the crust.
Clear allergen information. Any food business should tell you what is in its food and be happy to answer questions.

The Oklahoma Onion smash burger with melted cheese and smashed onions on a sesame brioche bun — A good smash burger has dark, crisp edges and cheese melted into the patty.

How DesiSmash works in Leicester

DesiSmash is a chef-led smash burger kitchen run by Chef Hass, who has spent 25 years cooking with spice. We are a pre-order kitchen, so every burger is cooked for a specific time slot.

Open: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 5:00 pm to 10:30 pm, with last orders at 10:00 pm. We prep sauces and spice blends on Thursday.
Collection: always free. Pick a 30-minute slot.
Delivery: within 3 miles of our kitchen, priced by distance. Enter your postcode in the delivery calculator to see your fee before you order.
Payment: you pay on collection or delivery.
Confirmation: your order is confirmed when Chef Hass replies on WhatsApp.

The full walk-through is in how to pre-order smash burgers in Leicester.

What is on the menu

There are eleven burgers, and every one can be made with an Original or Desi patty, in beef or chicken, at the same price.

Classics: The OG Smash, The Oklahoma Onion, Naga Firecracker, Garlic Chilli Crisp and Smoked BBQ Pitmaster.
Gourmet: Tikka Butter Melt, Caramelized Stampede, Tamarind & Bombay Street, Truffle & Wild Mushroom and the vegetarian Paneer Tikka Melt.
Heavyweight: The Triple Threat, with three 2.5 oz patties.

Each is a double smash on a butter-toasted brioche bun, except the Triple Threat. Add seasoned skin-on fries, loaded fries, dip pots and cold cans to make a meal.

Tikka Butter Melt burger with red onion and herbs, next to orange and green sauces — The Tikka Butter Melt is the easiest way into the Desi patty.

Original or Desi?

Original is a classic American-style smash with salt and pepper. Desi patties are mixed with chilli, coriander, ginger-garlic and house-roasted spices. If you want to understand the difference, read Desi spiced smash burger explained. Not sure what to pick? Try which smash burger should I order first?

More guides to help you choose

Order smash burgers in Leicester

Open the menu, build your basket, choose collection or delivery and a time slot, and send your order on WhatsApp. Tell us about any allergies when you order: all our burgers contain gluten, milk and egg, and we cook on shared equipment.