If 21 years of working in the food and beverage industry has taught chef Cameron Wetzler anything, it is to do one thing well and execute it perfectly. During the pandemic, that lesson prompted him to launch his food truck BlackOut Burger as a ghost kitchen, providing curbside eats to help party-goers on Charleston’s peninsula satisfy late-night cravings. Despite no longer serving until 3 a.m., Wetzler has stayed true to his first love — smash burgers. By keeping his menu simple and straightforward, the food, as he proclaimed, “is delicious as hell.”
BlackOut Burger serves smashed quarter-pound patties topped with melted American cheese, caramelized onions, “fancy sauce” and house-made pickles on a buttery toasted bun. For heartier fare, Wetzler suggested, “Make it a double, triple or a Hasselhoff, which is four patties with all of the ‘level-ups.’”
When it comes to sides, Wetzler said, “We don’t offer French fries. I know, I know, it breaks our hearts, too. The good news is, we do have other satisfying options like Frito pie, Zapp’s Chips and seasonal salad.”
Of equal excitement, BlackOut Burger is available to hire for any occasion. As Wetzler said, “Whatever you’re celebrating, we can help with feeding your guests. Whether it’s for birthdays, weddings, garden parties, vasectomy ceremonies, bar mitzvahs, baby showers, bachelorette hangover brunch, house warming, graduation parties, pool parties, dog neutering, baby daddy prison release day, funerals, holidays or the Super Bowl, we work with clients to create a curated experience to make your event the best it can be.” In line with his philosophy of keeping things simple, he quipped, “We grill, you chill.”
Wetzler added, “If it wasn’t for our customers, we wouldn’t be doing the thing we love — serving the fine people of Charleston. We are so grateful for all of the support, love and friendship we’ve made with everyone who is showing up for our food truck here in 2025 and beyond.”
As the mobile kitchen is popping up all over Charleston, follow @black_out_burger on Instagram to find out their upcoming whereabouts. Then head there immediately to indulge in cheesy burger bliss.
To inquire about booking the truck for your next event, call 704-975-8857 or email [email protected].
By Sarah Rose
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