What payment methods does Smashburger accept?
The short answer: Smashburger accepts Cash (in store); accepts Apple Pay (in store △, in the app), Google Pay (in store △, in the app), PayPal (online △), and Gift cards (in store, online, in the app △) with conditions; we could not confirm whether it takes Venmo, Cash App Pay, Klarna, and Afterpay, and 3 more (see details below). Last verified September 2026 against official Smashburger documentation.
Accepted at Smashburger
- Apple Pay (in store △, app)Apple Pay offered at participating restaurants via the Punchh loyalty integration and for app orders; varies by location. For web checkout.
- Google Pay (in store △, app)Google Pay accepted via NFC in-store (varies by location) and for app orders. For web checkout.
- PayPal (online △)PayPal not accepted directly by Smashburger; usable on certain third-party delivery platforms.
- Gift cards (in store, online, app △)Smashburger gift cards accepted at participating locations in-store and for online orders via order.smashburger.com; app redemption varies.
- ✓ Cash (in store only)
Payment methods at Smashburger
| Payment method | In store | Self-checkout | Online | App |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Pay | △ Conditional | – N/A | ✕ Not accepted | ✓ Accepted |
| Google Pay | △ Conditional | – N/A | ✕ Not accepted | ✓ Accepted |
| PayPal | ✕ Not accepted | – N/A | △ Conditional | ✕ Not accepted |
| Venmo | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Cash App Pay | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Klarna | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Afterpay | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Affirm | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| EBT / SNAP | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
| Gift cards | ✓ Accepted | – N/A | ✓ Accepted | △ Conditional |
| Cash | ✓ Accepted | – N/A | ✕ Not accepted | ✕ Not accepted |
| Checks | ? Not confirmed | – N/A | ? Not confirmed | ? Not confirmed |
Last verified: September 2026 against official Smashburger documentation.
Coverage: US stores and US website. Acceptance may differ in other countries — see How we verify.
Details by payment method
Does Smashburger take Apple Pay? Secondary source
Smashburger — yes: app; with conditions: in store. Apple Pay offered at participating restaurants via the Punchh loyalty integration and for app orders; varies by location.
Source: macrumors.com
Does Smashburger take Google Pay? Secondary source
Smashburger — yes: app; with conditions: in store. Google Pay accepted via NFC in-store (varies by location) and for app orders.
Source: smashburgermenu.com
Does Smashburger take PayPal? Secondary source
Smashburger — with conditions: online. PayPal not accepted directly by Smashburger; usable on certain third-party delivery platforms.
Source: smashburgermenu.com
Does Smashburger take Venmo? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Venmo.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Smashburger take Cash App Pay? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Cash App Pay.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Smashburger take Klarna? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Klarna.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Smashburger take Afterpay? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Afterpay.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Smashburger take Affirm? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Affirm.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Smashburger take EBT / SNAP? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts EBT / SNAP.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Does Smashburger take Gift cards? Officially confirmed
Smashburger — yes: in store, online; with conditions: app. Smashburger gift cards accepted at participating locations in-store and for online orders via order.smashburger.com; app redemption varies.
Source: smashburger.com
Does Smashburger take Cash? Secondary source
Smashburger — yes: in store. Cash accepted at Smashburger restaurants (generally not for delivery orders).
Source: buyvia.com
Does Smashburger take Checks? Not confirmed
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Checks.
Source: none documented — listed as not confirmed.
Sources
- MacRumors - Punchh brings Apple Pay to Smashburger (macrumors.com)
- Smashburger - official gift cards page (smashburger.com)
- Smashburger Menu - payment options (smashburgermenu.com)
- Location.com - Smashburger Laughlin payment methods (location.com)
- BuyVia - Smashburger company info (buyvia.com)
Frequently asked questions
Does Smashburger take Apple Pay?
Smashburger — yes: app; with conditions: in store. Apple Pay offered at participating restaurants via the Punchh loyalty integration and for app orders; varies by location.
Does Smashburger take Google Pay?
Smashburger — yes: app; with conditions: in store. Google Pay accepted via NFC in-store (varies by location) and for app orders.
Does Smashburger take PayPal?
Smashburger — with conditions: online. PayPal not accepted directly by Smashburger; usable on certain third-party delivery platforms.
Does Smashburger take Venmo?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Venmo.
Does Smashburger take Cash App Pay?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Cash App Pay.
Does Smashburger take Klarna?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Klarna.
Does Smashburger take Afterpay?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Afterpay.
Does Smashburger take Affirm?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Affirm.
Does Smashburger take EBT / SNAP?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts EBT / SNAP.
Does Smashburger take Gift cards?
Smashburger — yes: in store, online; with conditions: app. Smashburger gift cards accepted at participating locations in-store and for online orders via order.smashburger.com; app redemption varies.
Does Smashburger take Cash?
Smashburger — yes: in store. Cash accepted at Smashburger restaurants (generally not for delivery orders).
Does Smashburger take Checks?
Not confirmed — we couldn't find official documentation on whether Smashburger accepts Checks.
Spot something wrong?
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