Heyday

Heyday delivers on being a no frills smashburger. No more, no less. The restaurant is plainly decorated, but clean and on-brand with their burger joint brand. Service is great, but importantly they charge a 20% fee if you dine-in. We ordered the House burger and a side of fries to-go and it took about 5 minutes. The cashier offered us a drink for free since we effectively ordered a combo meal, which was appreciated. The soda fountain has craft orange cream, black cherry soda, and root beer; we tried the orange cream soda which was delicious but could have been more carbonated.The house burger is a double smash burger with american cheese, shredded lettuce, diced onions, and house sauce served on an untoasted potato-style bun for $11. We both took a bite and had the same immediate reaction: it tasted exactly like a Big Mac. And when you look back at that ingredient list, it is basically identical to the Big Mac. Part of the burger was nicely smashed with some crisp lacy edges, but the other 75% of the meat just tasted like a basic burger. The fries are fried in beef tallow and seasoned nicely with salt and coarse pepper for $4.50. They have a nice outer crunch and tender inside. There is a slightly beefy taste to them from the tallow, but it is subtle. The fries are good, but you don't get a lot (we had exactly 7 fries before taking that picture as we walked home, since we didn't want to pay the 20% dine in fee).Overall, we don't have any big complaints about Heyday but we also don't have anything to rave about. The burger and fries are good but the meal costs $15.50. On top of that, the 20% dine in fee is annoying to say the least. It is always nice to support local business, but when comparing this to our favorite chain burger places (i.e. Five Guys) there is nothing exceptional about Heyday. It was fine, but we're in no hurry to go back, especially if we're picking up the tab.

Bringing this one back up. Had a solid to go order this evening, that was cooked quickly and correctly. The pricing felt more consistent with the quality, particularly because inflation has increased pricing everywhere else and these remained flat. Overall, the food was good and I'm happy I gave them another try.

Great smash burgers and the loaded fries - chef's kiss! Kid friendly, efficient and warm service, and great music.

But good burger and chicken sandwich. But it is expensive compared to other burger places. The staff is super nice!

Finally made it over to Heyday. I really enjoyed the house burger. I normally am an extra saucy gal but wanted to try the burger as it comes. Still would have wanted to extra sauce but it was still really goood. My only complaint about the burgers would be the bun. A steamed bun or lightly griddled top would've been my only suggestion. The patties were seasoned, crisp edges, hot... a perfect little burger. The fries were good, too; fried in beef tallow and seasoned as well. The service was really great, too. Luckily, they're a bit out the way for me so I won't frequent but will return for sure.

BEEF TALLOW FRIES!?! I have been searching for a place to buy fries made with beef tallow and I recently saw hey days instagram post about their fries. I had to get there! We were so happy to discover how much better beef tallow fries taste compared to their vegetable oil fried counterparts, we have started making our own beef tallow fries at home!We ordered fries with a side of special sauce (highly recommend) and two smash burgers! We were impressed and cannot wait to go back!

What's better than getting a great burger made by the owner himself? When I tell you that this little restaurant is a hidden gem. From the Customer Service to sitting down to the fresh cut french fries not to mention that they also have freshly made orange cream soda OMG it was such delightful. This place is a must try and if you don't have them on your list, you need to add them to your list!

East Walnut Hills has some of my favorite places to eat, and Heyday is no exception. Their simple menu and take on the smash burger is one that is worth the trip for. It was a little pricey for two burgers and sides, but very delicious. I loved the tots, but you get way more fries as a side, so pick based on your level of hunger. The restaurant is tiny, but they do takeout orders if you don't want to stay. They also have free parking next to the building - just look for the signs in the lot! Service was good, though a little slow due to the dinner rush.

I would give 2.5 stars for being totally averageI don't get why they advertise as a "burger stand". doesn't have that vibe at all.My biggest gripe is there are literally so many rules. like 5-10 different rules written across the menu. like "no abc, no xyz, do this to order, don't do this". so adamant about no substitutions or additions like you literally order from an app just add a dropdown lol. Even on their website they have the "best fries in cincy" thing with 10 stipulationsI know they probably get complaints about this but the 20% service fee is so dumb. just pay your employees a normal wage and make tips optional. I was fine with it until we had to seat ourselves, order from a QR code, get our own water, and clean up after ourselves. That's not "burger stand" that's chipotle! If you want to keep carry out prices low, be a ghost kitchen! what is the "service" that requires a 20% fee lol! I'm visiting and live in a city with like 50% higher cost of living and every smashburger/chicken place is cheaper than heyday. To sit outside, I paid $32 for a chicken sandwich, tots, and 2 modelos!we had the chicken sandwich, tots, and smash burger. everything was pretty fine, salted well, nothing special to say. smashburger was a bit too thick and wasn't crispy, it steamed itself. Chicken was crunchy but not much meat and dry, forgot my MayoWould go back if friends wanted to but I'm indifferent

Great burgers, fast and friendly service. Build your own burger. Located across from the Growler house and around the corner from Anjou and Woodburn Brewing. Prices were a little high. Keep in mind they automatically add a gratuity so you don't have to add the additional tip.... Unless you want to.... Pay parking in a lot next door or metered street parking.