The Sacramento Kings play their first two home games of the season this weekend, and if you are watching from the couch instead of the arena, the food has to be sorted before tip-off. BurgerHub on Northgate Blvd in Natomas sells two family boxes built for exactly this: four burgers and four fries in one order. This guide covers the game dates, the difference between the Family Smash Box and the Family Zinger Box, what to add for a bigger crowd, and how to order direct so the food lands before the first quarter.
Kings home games 2026: the dates and the timing
- Friday, 23 October 2026: Kings vs Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center, the home opener. The NBA schedule lists tip-off at 7 pm Pacific.
- Sunday, 25 October 2026: Kings vs Memphis Grizzlies at Golden 1 Center, listed at 6 pm Pacific.
- Tip-off times can move for TV, so check the official Kings schedule on the day.
- Place your order about an hour before tip-off so the burgers arrive or are ready while the pregame show is still on.
- BurgerHub’s website lists it as closed on Tuesdays and open on Fridays and Sundays; check the ordering page for the times on game day.
Family Smash Box or Family Zinger Box?
Both boxes come with four burgers and four orders of Regular Fries, which the menu describes as freshly hand cut fries seasoned with salt. The difference is the burger inside.
| Box | What the menu says is inside | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Family Smash Box | 4 Smash Burger, 4 Regular Fries | A crew that wants classic beef burgers |
| Family Zinger Box | 4 Zinger Burger, 4 Regular Fries | A crew that prefers crispy chicken |
Four burgers and four fries in one order means one checkout instead of four, and every plate on the coffee table looks the same, so nobody argues over who got the bigger one. If your group is split between beef and chicken, order one of each box and you have eight burgers covered.
Inside the Family Smash Box: the Smash Burger
The Smash Burger is a smashed beef patty with American cheese, lettuce, grilled onions, pickles and BurgerHub’s own HUB sauce.
Order the Family Smash Box if:
- Most of your group orders a cheeseburger by default.
- You want grilled onions and pickles rather than a spicy kick.
- You are feeding kids who like a simple burger.
Inside the Family Zinger Box: the Zinger
The single Original Zinger on the menu is a crispy chicken fillet with fresh lettuce, Swiss cheese and HUB sauce on a toasted brioche bun. It is the chicken-sandwich side of the menu, and the family box puts four Zinger burgers with four fries.
If someone at the table wants heat, add a Hot Zinger on its own: the menu describes it as a crispy Nashville-style hot chicken fillet with lettuce, Swiss cheese, HUB sauce and fire sauce on a toasted brioche bun. Check with the kitchen if you want to know which Zinger goes into the box.
Order the Family Zinger Box if:
- Your group would pick a chicken sandwich over a beef burger.
- You like a toasted brioche bun and Swiss cheese.
- You plan to add one or two Hot Zingers for the spice fans.
Add-ons for a bigger watch party
Four burgers cover four people. For a bigger couch, or for the halftime snack round, the menu has plenty of sides that share well:
- Signature Hub Fries: fresh cut fries topped with cheddar cheese sauce, grilled onions and the signature HUB sauce.
- Cajun Fries: golden hand cut fries tossed in BurgerHub’s cajun seasoning.
- Bacon Cheese Fries: fresh cut fries with cheddar cheese sauce and crispy beef bacon.
- Onion Rings and Wings for a second snack round.
- Milkshake, Lemonade or a Refresher for the drinks.
The ordering page currently lists Loaded Chicken Fries in its Buy One Get One Free section; check the deal section when you order, because deals can change.
Halal, and other things guests ask
BurgerHub’s website says its burgers are 100% Zabiha Halal, which is useful when you are hosting friends who eat halal. The bacon on the menu is beef bacon, as the menu descriptions for the Bacon Burger, Texas Burger and Big Boss state.
For a vegetarian guest, the menu lists a Veggie Burger with a veggie patty, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, fresh onions and HUB sauce. For allergies or anything not described on the menu, ask the kitchen when you order.
How to place the order
Order on BurgerHub’s own ordering page. The website says the ordering page handles both pickup and delivery; choose the option that works at checkout. Ordering direct means the restaurant gets the full order with no third-party app commission, and the website says there are no app markups. BurgerHub is at 3315 Northgate Blvd, Suite G8, Sacramento, CA 95834. For larger orders, call (916) 800-0102.
Looking for more fall game-day ideas? BurgerHub’s earlier post on its halal comfort food lineup covers the rest of the menu.
FAQ
Q: When is the Kings home opener 2026?
A: The Kings host the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center on Friday, 23 October 2026, listed at 7 pm Pacific. The next home game is Sunday, 25 October against the Memphis Grizzlies, listed at 6 pm Pacific. Check the official schedule for any time changes.
Q: What comes in a Family Smash Box?
A: The menu lists four Smash Burgers and four Regular Fries. The Family Zinger Box has four Zinger burgers and four Regular Fries.
Q: Are BurgerHub burgers halal?
A: BurgerHub’s website says its burgers are 100% Zabiha Halal, and the menu lists beef bacon on its bacon burgers.
Q: Can I order ahead before the Kings game?
A: Order on BurgerHub’s own ordering page about an hour before tip-off, and check the pickup and delivery options at checkout.
Q: Is there a deal on at BurgerHub right now?
A: The ordering page currently lists Loaded Chicken Fries in its Buy One Get One Free section. Check the deal section when you order, because deals can change.
Order before tip-off
Pick your box, add a round of fries for halftime, and have it ready before the Kings take the floor.
