Skinny Louie

Now on Giralda Plaza: At Skinny Louie, we ordered the American Staple, A Classic Double Burger and the Thin-Cut Fries.

Viral Miami smash burger chain Skinny Louie recently opened a location in the Gables, replacing Chala Taqueria on Giralda Plaza. At its core, the burger joint revolves around simplicity. Its menu is straightforward, with three burger options and three milkshake varieties. Craving an American staple, we went for the classic double burger ($10.49) – two lightweight patties smashed on the grill for a crispy finish and topped with American cheese, tomato, lettuce, ketchup, and mustard. Mouth-watering and more than filling, even for a smash burger, we were surprised at both the inexpensive cost and the quality. We paired our burger with the cookies & cream milkshake ($6.99), also delightful, but the star of the show was the thin-cut fries ($3.99). Like the type everyone seems to crave from McDonald’s, they were served hot and salty.

If you’re feeling more upscale, you can opt for the Wagyu Louie ($16.86), which was recognized as the “Very Best Burger” at the 2025 South Beach Wine & Food Festival’s Burger Bash. This double-patty award winner features smoked gouda, truffle aioli, and a jalapeño relish. Other alternatives include the Skinny Louie cheeseburger ($7.49 single patty, $10.49 for double), crowned with double American cheese, grilled onions, and Louie Sauce, and the applewood bacon burger ($8.49, $11.49), which replaces the grilled onions with crispy bacon.

Founded by Argentinian Gonzalo Rubino, Skinny Louie now has five establishments, with more sites opening soon in South Florida.