This is a sit-down place in Northwest Indiana (and a couple in Illinois). They have been making smash burgers since 1948, before they were called "smash" burgers.
Their burgers are MASSIVE. Each patty is 7 ounces. This is a double, so nearly one pound of meat. Their smash technique is something special as well. They achieve a tapered smash with thin, crispy edges, while leaving the center still slightly thick. It's the best of both worlds.
I did not realize it was a 14-ounce double cheeseburger when I ordered it, but I finished the whole thing. It was $16 and worth every penny.
by 96dpi
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Didn’t know places were doing smash burgers like this back in the 40s. Crispy edges+thick center is the perfect balance. I’d finish it too, no shame.
It’s like a meat doily and I absolutely would.
I like the amount of meat in this hamburger. This kind of hamburger is very satisfying.
Never heard of the chain but that looks like an amazing burger that would put me down for a few hours anyway
My dad met Colonel Sanders in a Schoops.
RIP Colonel Sanders
RIP Dad ❤️
As a NWI lifer, I gotta say Schoops is the absolute best!! Pretty darn expensive but wow does it slap every time!
If you’re near Chicago and can’t make it to Northwest Indiana, A restaurant called The Region in Roscoe Village makes a burger that successfully recreates the Schoop’s burger experience.
My favorite
Miss schoops
Dang I need to try this at some point in my life. Sounds like a great Burger
Their Green River shake is SOLID.