Before any pop ups, Justin and Paige spent months traveling across California looking for the perfect burger. They went out of their way to try everything they could find. Well known spots in big cities, small town staples, random roadside stops you would never notice unless someone told you about it.

They paid attention to the details. The way the meat was cooked. The balance of flavors. The texture of the bun. How everything came together in that first bite. They started to notice what made certain burgers stand out and why others were easy to forget.

It was not about doing the most. It was about doing it right.

Over time, they built their own idea of what a perfect burger should be. Simple, consistent, and something you would want again the next day.

The burger they serve today comes from that. It is built on everything they learned along the way, shaped by all the places they went and everything they experienced.

What started as a small setup has grown into something bigger. Over time, they built a team around them. People who care about the details, who show up ready to work, and who understand that it is not just about the food. It is about the experience.

Now you will find Thanks for the Invite popping up at wineries, breweries, and events across Sonoma County. The setup is simple. A flat top, a focused menu, and food made fresh right in front of you. Nothing overcomplicated. Just smashburgers done right.

They also cater private events. Weddings, parties, corporate events. The goal is always the same. Keep it easy, keep it welcoming, and make sure people leave full and happy.

And while they are known for smashburgers, that is not all they can do. They have experimented with other dishes along the way and even won a local fried chicken contest. But they always come back to what they do best.

Simple food. Done right. Served in the kind of setting people want to stay in.