Smashies - Burgers

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Dave is the owner and founder of Smashies Burgers, an award-winning New Zealand burger brand built on a passion for simple, high-quality food done right.

Before launching Smashies, Dave worked as a sales manager in the automotive industry, where he developed the customer-first mindset and leadership skills that now shape the business today.

What began as a small hobby quickly grew into one of New Zealand’s most talked-about burger brands, with Smashies earning recognition for serving the Best Burger in New Zealand. Built around quality ingredients, consistency, and value, the brand has gained a loyal following through its straightforward approach to great food and genuine customer experience.

At the heart of Smashies is a strong focus on family and community. Dave is passionate about creating a business that brings people together, supports locals, and delivers food that speaks for itself without overcomplicating things.

His vision has always been simple: make burgers people genuinely love, and do it with care every single time.