Description
RAD Waihōpai
A hidden laneway smashburger dive bar behind the iconic pink door on Dee Street, Invercargill.
About RAD Waihōpai
RAD Waihōpai — known locally as RAD Kitchen — is one of Invercargill's most distinctive dining experiences. Tucked away down a back alley off Dee Street, behind an unmistakable pink door, this hidden smashburger bar has quickly become a cult favourite in the deep south. Founded by David Hicks, RAD started as a backyard passion project before graduating to its current laneway location, earning a devoted following and a perfect 5-star Google rating along the way.
The concept is simple: proper smashburgers done right, paired with craft drinks in a casual, stripped-back dive bar setting. It's unpretentious, flavour-forward, and unapologetically fun.
What's on the Menu
Smashburgers
RAD's smashburgers are the main event — thin patties pressed hard on a searing-hot griddle until the edges crisp and caramelise, then stacked with quality toppings and house-made sauces. The result is juicy, flavourful and deeply satisfying. The menu keeps things tight and focused, letting the quality of each burger speak for itself.
RAD Sauces
The house-made sauces have become a product line in their own right. RAD Sauce is available to purchase, along with a curated selection from Apostle Hot Sauces — including the Chocolate & Manuka Chipotle, Crispy Chilli Oil, and Lavender & Rosemary Hot Honey. If you like heat with character, these are worth trying.
Drinks
The bar side of RAD matches the food in attitude — expect craft beers, creative cocktails and a drinks list that complements the bold flavours coming out of the kitchen.
The Atmosphere
Finding RAD is half the experience. Follow the alley off Dee Street, look for the pink door, and step into a space that feels worlds away from the main street. The interior leans into the dive bar aesthetic — raw, colourful, covered in character. It's intimate, loud in the best way, and built for good times with mates. Not a white tablecloth in sight.
Why Locals Love It
RAD has built a fiercely loyal local following. With a perfect 5.0-star rating from 65 Google reviews, it's clear that what David and the team are doing resonates. Regulars praise the quality of the burgers, the creative flavour combinations, the house sauces, and the genuine warmth of the team behind the counter. It's the kind of place you tell your friends about — if you can find the door.
Delivery
Can't make it down the laneway? RAD burgers are available for delivery across the Invercargill city area via DeliverEasy and UberEats.
Get in Touch
- Address: 5/136 Dee Street, Invercargill 9810
- Phone: 022 698 9789
- Email: david@radkitchen.nz
- Website: radkitchen.nz
- Instagram: @radkitchennz
- Facebook: RAD Kitchen
