Smash Palace Bar, Gisborne

The name Smash Palace gives an indication of what to expect – think a guy called Gazza getting a liquor licence for his second hand shop / wreckers yard and inviting his mates around for a party. There’s a pool table, Lion Red on tap and a mix of soft and hard rock on the sound system. Smash turns it up mid January for the annual rock and metal event – Hell Smash Fest.

Welcome to Smash Palace, Gisborne

Welcome to Smash Palace, Gisborne

Smash Palace, Gisborne

Smash Palace, Gisborne

Outdoor seating at Smash Palace

Outdoor seating at Smash Palace

Smash Palace, Gisborne

Smash Palace, Gisborne

One of Gazza’s mates has conveniently landed a DC3 in the garden bar to provide some shade and another has sawn off the top of a red telephone box to make a table for your handle of Gisborne Gold. Smash Palace Bar at 24 Banks Street is definitely an unusual venue for a beverage in Gisborne – dress code casual.

Smash Palace, Gisborne

Smash Palace, Gisborne

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