With Love, Always: Centennial Hills’ Crispy-Edged Love Letter to Smashed Burgers

Centennial Hills has been slowly building its own food identity, but every once in a while a spot opens that feels like it was meant to anchor a neighborhood. With Love Always is one of those places. It is a burger shop that knows exactly what it wants to be.

It is bright, fun, loud in personality, and unapologetically focused on the simplicity of a smashed burger done right. The vibe feels like stepping into someone’s favorite childhood diner, only sharper, cleaner, and more tuned into what locals actually want today.

A Love Letter To Las Vegas, Wrapped In Crispy Beef

From the moment you walk in, the entire space feels alive. Holiday lights, neon glow, retro patterns, and a counter that is busy enough to prove that the hype is not accidental. Families are at the tables, kids pointing at the menu signs, people taking photos of their trays before diving in.

With Love Always leans into nostalgia without becoming kitschy. It feels intentional and welcoming, the kind of spot that wants to pull you in and make you feel like you are part of the story.

The Smash Burger That Defines The Menu

The star of the menu, without hesitation, is the S.O.B. Smashed Onion Burger. Two Black Angus patties smashed directly onto the griddle with thin slices of onion pressed into them. The result is that signature crispy edge everyone looks for in a smash burger, but With Love Always takes it even further.

The onions caramelize into the beef, adding sweetness, char, and that irresistible crispy texture that no flat-top shortcut can fake. Everything sits on a toasted Martin’s potato roll, which is basically the industry standard for a reason.

It is soft, slightly sweet, and strong enough to hold the burger together without stealing attention away from the patties. Add in melted American cheese, pickles, and their signature Love Sauce, and the whole thing becomes a layered, balanced, addictive burger that feels like it belongs in a city known for bold food.

And of course, I had to take it further. I added an extra patty for three dollars and fresh jalapeños for one. The extra patty added even more crispy edges and beefy flavor, while the jalapeños delivered a sharp, fresh heat that cut through the richness perfectly.

“When you bite into this burger, the first thing you notice is the texture. Those crispy beef edges hit immediately. Then the onions. Then the Love Sauce. It is the type of burger that forces you to slow down just to appreciate how everything lands in the right order. It tastes like someone obsessed over every step.”

The Love Sauce ties everything together. It is slightly smoky, a little tangy, and creamy in a way that complements the beef instead of covering it. It is the kind of sauce that seems simple until you realize you are subconsciously planning to come back just to taste it again.

The Fries That Match The Energy

No smash burger experience is complete without fries, and With Love Always keeps things straightforward with two styles that cover both ends of the spectrum. The Shoestring Fries are fried in beef tallow, which immediately sets them apart.

Beef tallow gives fries a deeper flavor, a crispier bite, and this subtle richness that makes them more than just a side. They remind you of old burger shops that fried everything in tallow because that was the standard.

Then there is the wild counterpart: Loaded With Love. Everything the S.O.B. celebrates ends up on these fries too. Cheese, chopped pickles, grilled onions, and a generous drizzle of Love Sauce. It is messy, fun, and almost impossible to stop eating once you start picking through it.

“Loaded With Love fries are the kind of side where you tell yourself you will just take a few bites, and then suddenly the basket is half gone. The toppings feel deliberate rather than chaotic, and every bite tastes like a remix of the burger in the best possible way.”

Whether you choose the minimalist route or the full flavorful chaos, both options feel right for the menu. The fries are not trying to reinvent anything. They are trying to complement a burger style that does not need much help to shine.

The Atmosphere That Makes It Feel Local

The interior of With Love Always is surprisingly warm for such a playful space. The red glow from the signage reflects across the tables, creating a vibe that feels comfortable even when busy. The energy matches what a neighborhood burger joint should be. People come in groups, they stay for a while, and the entire place feels like somewhere you could stop in weekly without overthinking it.

The open kitchen window with “A Love Letter To Las Vegas” above it is a nice touch. It feels thoughtful, as if the place was designed with the intention of making locals feel appreciated. And that is rare in fast casual spaces, especially ones built around something as simple as a smash burger.

“What I liked most about the atmosphere was the balance. It is bright and energetic, but not overwhelming. It feels nostalgic, but not dated. It feels modern, but still comfortable enough for families, date nights, or just grabbing a quick burger after work. It works for everyone.”

Between the music, the decor, the seating layout, and the genuinely friendly staff, the place has an identity that feels real. It is not pretending to be something else. It is not trying to be quirky.

It is not relying on gimmicks. Everything seems built around creating a positive, upbeat experience centered on simple food done extremely well.

The Burgers Arrive Fast And Hot

One thing worth mentioning is how quickly the food arrives. Smash burgers are meant to cook fast, but With Love Always handles volume efficiently without sacrificing quality.

Every patty looks intentional. Every burger is assembled cleanly. Even the Loaded With Love fries show up looking like someone cared about how they were layered.

It is the type of fast service that does not feel rushed. It feels like a kitchen that has mastered its rhythm, which always translates into consistency. And consistency is everything when a place is built on a short, focused menu.

Why This Spot Stands Out In Centennial Hills

Centennial Hills has plenty of chain options, but very few spots that feel handcrafted. With Love Always fills that gap by offering something familiar yet elevated.

You walk in expecting a smash burger, and you get that. But you also get style, energy, personality, and small details that show someone actually thought about the experience from top to bottom.

The pricing is fair, the portions are substantial, and the flavors hit every single time. Whether you order the standard S.O.B. or go heavy like I did with the extra patty and jalapeños, the burger never loses its balance. That alone is enough reason to return.

“The more I sat there eating, the more it became clear that With Love Always succeeds because it stays focused. It does not complicate its menu. It does not overthink its branding. It does not try to be trendy. It just executes its core idea perfectly, and that is why it works.”

A Neighborhood Burger Shop Worth Driving For

Smash burgers are everywhere right now, but only a few stand out enough to be memorable. With Love Always is one of them. The crispy patties, the onions, the Love Sauce, the tallow-fried fries, the atmosphere, the detail in every part of the experience. It all adds up to something that feels bigger than a small burger shop tucked into a plaza.

If you live nearby, it will become a go-to spot easily. If you do not, it is worth the drive just to taste what Centennial Hills is doing right.

Order the S.O.B. at least once. Get the Shoestring Fries if you want something clean. Get the Loaded With Love fries if you want something unapologetically messy. Sit inside, take in the energy, and enjoy a burger crafted with more intention than most places bother giving these days.

With Love Always is simple food executed beautifully. And for a neighborhood that deserves more standout local spots, this one fits perfectly.