Billy Kramer is the owner of NFA Burger, the smash burger spot inside the Chevron on Chamblee Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody, GA. A former advertising executive, he opened NFA in a gas station, turned it into a destination for burger fans from across the country, and runs the annual Burger Benefit for The Giving Kitchen, which raised $65,000 in 2024.
NFA Burger owner Billy Kramer shares his journey from corporate advertising to making one of the best smash burgers in Georgia right here in Dunwoody. NFA has become a local icon that draws people from all over the country, and Billy has kept it rooted in the community.
We talk about his obsession with customer service, his annual Burger Benefit for food service workers and his plans to grow.
Listen on Apple Podcasts. Want the backstory? Read the NFA Burger story.
From Ad Exec to Burger Guy
Billy Kramer spent his career in advertising. His dream wasn’t a beach, it was burgers. Specifically, the best smash burger in Georgia.
A Gas Station Gamble That Paid Off
Billy didn’t open in a trendy food hall. He opened in a Chevron on Chamblee Dunwoody Road, and plenty of people thought he was nuts. Five years later, it’s Dunwoody legend. What started with limited hours and a simple menu became a pilgrimage for burger fans.
Smash Burger Perfectionism
The magic is in the details. Billy tested countless combinations, invested in the right equipment and dialed in his technique. NFA has picked up awards, media coverage and respect from top chefs.
Customer Service Like It Matters
Billy is out front talking to customers, not hiding in the back. He told a story about a guest who didn’t love her burger, so he remade it himself. Every guest matters, and every meal is a chance to earn trust.
The Burger Benefit
Every year Billy Kramer hosts the Burger Benefit for The Giving Kitchen, which helps food service workers in crisis. In 2024 it raised $65,000. Top chefs fly in from around the country, and it feels like a festival in Dunwoody. Here’s more on the Burger Benefit.
Growing Without Losing Dunwoody
Billy is open to growth, but he’s clear that what makes NFA special is the vibe: picnic table conversations, teachers and regulars stopping by. His wife is a longtime local educator, and their roots here run deep.
Putting Dunwoody on the Food Map
Before NFA, Dunwoody wasn’t exactly known for food. Now it’s on every burger lover’s list. And Billy is always shouting out other local restaurants and causes.
My Take
When people ask me what makes Dunwoody special, NFA Burger is one of my go-to answers. Go say hi to Billy Kramer and order a Double NFA. Then check out my guide to where locals eat in Dunwoody.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Billy Kramer and NFA Burger
Who is Billy Kramer?
The owner of NFA Burger in Dunwoody, GA, and a former advertising executive known for his smash burgers and community fundraising.
Where is NFA Burger?
Inside the Chevron gas station on Chamblee Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody.
What is the Burger Benefit?
Billy Kramer’s annual fundraiser for The Giving Kitchen, which supports food service workers in crisis. It raised $65,000 in 2024.
What should I order at NFA Burger?
Billy’s suggestion on the show: the Double NFA.