Butter Smashburgers

When you’re out in Greenwich Village seeing music or comedy, there’s a good chance you’ll exceed your two drink-minimum. Having a solid late-night option for greasy food is vital, and Butter Smashburgers, open until 2am on the weekends, should be on your list. No wider than a subway car, the MacDougal Street spot has a tight menu of cheeseburgers, a chicken tender sandwich, veggie burger, fries, and ice cream. The most expensive item here is the  double smashburger, which is a satisfying meal at $9, but the real hit is the chicken tender sandwich, which is coated in a slightly smoky chili oil.  It’s a great after-hours snack, and pairs well with a crushed peanut and caramel sauce-topped vanilla soft serve.

Food Rundown

photo credit: Ashley Revness

House Cheeseburger

The burgers are smashed extra thin and crispy, slathered with special sauce and loaded with tons of pickles and some grilled onions. The single is $6, but the double is a more substantial meal if you’re in the area and have a hole that needs filling in your stomach.

photo credit: Ashley Revness

Fried Chicken Sandwich

A solitary, fat chicken tender sitting in a fluffy bun, this is a pretty satisfying sandwich for $8. The chili oil gives it a little more character and heat and it’s got some crunch from a layer of mayo-ey cabbage.