Burns Road | Best Smash Burgers, Hookah & Nashta, Tustin CA

Best Smash Burger in Orange County

Featured in the LA Times, Burns Road delivers the ultimate vibe with legendary smash burgers and a vibrant outdoor patio serving premium hookah. It is the definitive hotspot for the best weekend nashta and the perfect space to host your next private event.

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Burn Smash — smash burger

Bold Taste No Rules

Burns Road is not just a name. It is a place. A real street in Karachi, Pakistan — one of the most famous food streets in South Asia, home to restaurants that have fed generations since the 1940s. A stretch of road where the air smells like slow-cooked nihari, fresh poori hits hot oil before sunrise, and every corner tells a story through food.

Burgers are an American icon, enjoyed everywhere from backyard barbecues to bustling city diners. At Burns Road, we’re taking it further. We take grass-fed smash burger craft and run it through Burns Road — house-made South Asian spice blends, bold and unapologetic, the way street food is meant to be.

Burns Road the restaurant was born from that same spirit: the belief that this food deserves a home in Orange County. Smash burgers. An outdoor hookah patio. A traditional weekend nashta spread OC has been waiting for. All under one roof off the 55 Freeway, serving Tustin, Irvine, Santa Ana, Orange, Anaheim, and the wider Orange County area.

Featured in the Los Angeles Times, Burns Road is your spot for smash burgers and late-night vibes.

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Smash Burger
Signature · Grass-Fed Beef

Smash Burgers

Beef smash burgers, pressed to order. Classic. House. The ghost-pepper Burn Smash. Western BBQ Smash. No shortcuts, no franchise playbook.
Hookah Lounge — The Patio
Outdoor Patio · Lit Vibes

Hookah Lounge

A full outdoor hookah lounge in Tustin. 27 flavors, custom blends, ambient lighting, and the full food menu running late nights.
Traditional Brunch Nashta
Authentic · Exotic Flavors

Traditional Weekend Brunch Nashta

A traditional weekend nashta spread: halwa poori thali, qeema paratha, nihari with naan, and hot karak chai.
Private Events & Hosting
Host · Connect · Celebrate

Host Private Parties & Special Events

Perfect for birthdays, corporate events, family gatherings, car meets, and open mic nights.

Orange County Loves Burns Road One of the Best in Tustin

Real Guests. Real Visits. Real Reviews.

Ahmed Shehata

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Love this place! Best flavor and fresh ingredients you can find. I was extremely impressed with how much flavor my burger had — the balance of spice made it taste amazing. Their service is second to none, staff always smiling and eager to give you the best experience. Highly recommend!

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Angela Pham

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burns road south asian fusion was sooo good!! the mango burn burger was my favorite!!! the flavors were amazing and it was honestly one of the best burgers i’ve had. the staff were also so nice and accommodating. we can’t really handle a lot of spice, so they adjusted the spice level for us. it still had so much flavor and was perfect without being too spicy. the vibe was cute and the food was fresh and delicious. definitely coming back and want to try more things on the menu.

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Saif Siddiqui

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The Burn Smash is SO good. Experience was fantastic and this is truly the best smashburger in OC. Service is top tier and the food was fresh and comforting.

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Blair Li

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First time trying Burns Road and we weren't disappointed! We tried both the House and the Burn Smash burgers — if you're up for a kick, definitely go for the Burn Smash. Their onion rings were superb and the Dubai Chai is a must-have. Our server was friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!

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Rehan

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Best food and great service every time I visit. Best place to get Halwa Puri on weekends. Great atmosphere!!

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Imtiaz Hasan

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If you're craving authentic Karachi-style street food vibes, Burns Road is an absolute gem! The Halwa Poori Thali hit the spot — the aaloo subzi was packed with flavor. The qeema and paratha were outstanding too. I love how they blend traditional street food with modern fusion like desi tacos, rolls and burgers. Proper dhaba vibes, plenty of parking, and certified 100%. A must-visit for any desi food lover!

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Shizadi Shiz

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They added desi food to the menu — now you can get the nashta if you don't want burgers. A one-stop shop, great for family and friends. Food, and the hookah is always clean and fresh.

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Awad Yacoob

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Burns Road is a family-friendly, hangout-friendly restaurant! I had the Aaloo-Keema breakfast plate and watched some March Madness on the big screen. Staff and service were impeccable — Mia was very courteous and answered all my questions. They've hosted documentary screenings and musical programs too. I love the vibe — a cool place to chill!

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Everything You Need to Know

Nashta, hookah, events and hours — the questions Orange County asks most.

Burns Road serves four grass-fed beef smash burgers: the Classic Smash to start, the ghost-pepper Burn Smash, the double-everything House Smash, and the Western BBQ Smash with double onion rings and BBQ sauce. Prefer chicken? The Chicken Burn layers ghost pepper cheese, Fresno chili, mango chutney, Burns Red, and raita over a seasoned tender.
Every patty starts with grass-fed beef that is antibiotic-free and hormone-free, pressed fresh to order on a hot flat top for a caramelized, crispy edge and a juicy center. The spice blends are South Asian inspired, and nothing is pre-made.
Every Burns Road burger starts with beef smashed to order on the flat top, then goes its own way — from the Classic with pickles, American cheese, and our signature spread, to the ghost-pepper Burn Smash, the loaded House Smash, and the Western BBQ Smash with double onion rings. Check the menu for the full lineup.
Yes. Burns Road serves authentic Pakistani nashta on weekends at 15712 Tustin Village Way, Tustin, CA. The spread runs from halwa poori thali and qeema paratha thali to nihari with naan and hot karak chai, a full traditional nashta that is hard to find anywhere else in Orange County.
Burns Road in Tustin serves a traditional halwa poori thali on weekends: sooji halwa, spiced cholay, aloo, and fresh poori, all made fresh in the morning.
Burns Road brings smash burgers, authentic Pakistani nashta, and an outdoor hookah patio together in one Tustin spot, a combination that is rare anywhere in Orange County.
Yes. The Patio at Burns Road is a full outdoor hookah/shisha lounge in Tustin. See our Hours for current patio nights.
The Patio is a full outdoor lounge with premium shisha, custom blends, ambient lighting, and cozy heaters, plus the complete Burns Road food menu served alongside every late-night session.
Walk-ins are welcome at The Patio. For larger groups, reserving a table in advance is recommended, especially on busy weekend nights.
The full Burns Road menu is available on the patio during every session, including smash burgers, burns loaded fries, chicken wings, and shareables.
Yes. Burns Road hosts birthdays, corporate gatherings, car meets, open mic nights, DJ nights, and post-wedding brunches. The hookah patio and indoor dining space are both available for private and group bookings. Book directly at burnsroad.com/host-events/.
Yes. Burns Road offers full catering for private events, including smash burgers, nashta, shareables, and desserts. Submit your event details at burnsroad.com/host-events/ and the team will confirm availability.
Burns Road offers a unique event experience with spacious seating, an outdoor hookah patio, giant TV screens, and a full-service kitchen perfect for birthdays, corporate events, family gatherings, and other special celebrations.

Come Visit Burns Road in Tustin, CA

15712 Tustin Village Way, Tustin, CA 92780 — Off the 55 Freeway. Free parking.

Restaurant Hours

Monday – Thursday 11AM – 2PM & 5PM – Midnight
Friday 11AM – 2AM
Saturday 9AM – 2AM (Nashta from 9AM)
Sunday 9AM – 1AM (Nashta from 9AM)

Hookah Patio Hours

Thursday 6PM – Midnight
Friday 5PM – 2AM
Saturday 5PM – 2AM
Sunday 6PM – Midnight
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