Burtons Grill & Bar
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 The Burtons Grill & Bar in Richmond, Virginia. | |
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | March 2005 |
| Founder | Kevin Harron |
| Headquarters | , United States |
Number of locations | 22 (2025) |
Area served | East Coast of the United States |
Key people | John Haggai (CEO) |
| Parent | Burtons Grill, LLC |
| Website | burtonsgrill |
| Footnotes / references [1][2][3] | |
Burtons Grill & Bar is an American casual dining restaurant chain headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, specializing in contemporary American cuisine prepared in a scratch kitchen. As of April 2025, the chain operates 22 restaurants across nine states along the East Coast of the United States. The company offers a variety of menu items, including burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta, salads, and desserts, with procedures to accommodate dietary restrictions, such as a separate gluten-free menu and allergy-friendly options.[4][5]
History
[edit]Burtons Grill & Bar was founded in March 2005 by Kevin Harron in Hingham, Massachusetts, aiming to provide an upscale dining experience in suburban areas.[6] The chain expanded steadily along the East Coast over the subsequent years.
2005–2010
[edit]The first Burtons Grill & Bar opened in Hingham, Massachusetts, in 2005, focusing on upscale-casual dining in suburban markets.[6] Early expansion targeted the Northeast, establishing a presence in Massachusetts and neighboring states.
2011–2020
[edit]In 2016, the chain opened a location in Alexandria, Virginia, on February 29, marking its entry into the Mid-Atlantic region.[7] By 2020, Burtons Grill & Bar operated 17 locations, alongside five Red Heat Tavern locations, a sister brand offering a more casual dining experience.[6]
2021–present
[edit]Since 2021, Burtons Grill & Bar has experienced a period of growth, opening new locations in Lynnfield, Massachusetts (November 16, 2021), Gaithersburg, Maryland (June 27, 2022), Richmond, Virginia (June 20, 2023), Plantation, Florida (May 21, 2024), Atlanta, Georgia (November 7, 2024), Huntersville, North Carolina (April 22, 2025), and Wayne, New Jersey (June 18, 2025), bringing the total to 22 restaurants across nine states.[8][9] In 2024, John Haggai succeeded Kevin Harron as CEO.[10] In March 2025, the chain celebrated its 20th anniversary.[3]
Operations
[edit]As of April 2025, Burtons Grill & Bar operates 22 restaurants across nine states, primarily along the East Coast.[9] The chain's scratch kitchen approach emphasizes freshly prepared dishes that can be tailored to diverse dietary needs.[5]
| State | Location |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | South Windsor, Evergreen Walk |
| Florida | Boca Raton, Park Place |
| Florida | Plantation, Market on University |
| Georgia | Atlanta, Buckhead Landing |
| Maryland | Gaithersburg, Kentlands Market Square |
| Maryland | Riverdale Park, The Station |
| Massachusetts | Burlington, Middlesex Commons |
| Massachusetts | Framingham, Route 9 East |
| Massachusetts | Hingham, Derby Street Shops |
| Massachusetts | Lynnfield, MarketStreet Lynnfield |
| Massachusetts | North Andover, Eaglewood Shops |
| Massachusetts | Shrewsbury, Lakeway Commons |
| Massachusetts | Westford, Cornerstone Square |
| New Hampshire | Nashua, Pheasant Lane Mall |
| North Carolina | Charlotte, Blakeney Town Center |
| North Carolina | Charlotte, Park Road Shopping Center |
| North Carolina | Huntersville, Birkdale Place |
| South Carolina | Mount Pleasant, Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre |
| Virginia | Alexandria, Hilltop Village Center |
| Virginia | Charlottesville, The Shops at Stonefield |
| Virginia | Richmond, Carytown Exchange |
| Virginia | Sterling, Cascades Overlook Town Center |
Red Heat Tavern
[edit]Red Heat Tavern, a sister brand under Burtons Grill, LLC, operates five locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut as of 2025, offering a casual, tavern-style dining experience.[6][9]
Menu
[edit]Burtons Grill & Bar offers a scratch kitchen menu featuring burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta, salads, and desserts, with brunch available at all locations and happy hour at select locations.[9] Notable dishes include the Crab-Crusted Haddock, Maxx Burger, Superfood Salad, and Mediterranean Chicken Risotto.[5] The chain provides a separate gluten-free menu, as well as a kids' menu, using separate equipment and protocols to prevent cross-contamination for guests with food allergies and dietary restrictions.[4] The chain also offers private dining and catering menus.[9] Ingredients are sourced from suppliers such as Allen Brothers for premium Angus beef and Ocean Spray for cranberries.[5][10]
Community Engagement
[edit]Burtons Grill & Bar prioritizes community engagement through partnerships with local schools, non-profit organizations, sports teams, and breweries.[10] The restaurant group positions itself as a "neighborhood staple" in communities like Buckhead, Atlanta, and Burlington, Massachusetts.[10][1] Since 2024, Burtons has run an annual fundraising campaign for the Celiac Program at Boston Children's Hospital, with its second campaign in 2025 raising funds to support pediatric celiac disease research.[11] The chain received multiple awards for its gluten-free and allergy-friendly accommodations, including recognition from Northshore Magazine's Readers' Choice Awards in 2020, and Bethesda Magazine's Best of Bethesda: Allergy-Friendly Brunch in 2024.[12][13] Burtons was also featured on CBS Boston for its gluten-free dining practices in 2024.[14]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Staff Writer (February 12, 2012). "Burtons Grill's Burlington location sets itself apart". The Boston Globe. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ Marconyak, Megan (June 19, 2023). "All about Burtons Grill & Bar, now open in Carytown Exchange". Richmond Times-Dispatch. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b Bray, Ashley (April 16, 2025). "Lessons from 20 Years in the Restaurant Industry". Bar & Restaurant. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ a b "Burtons Grill & Bar". Home City Lifestyle. July 1, 2019. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Burtons Grill & Bar". Ballantyne Magazine. June 9, 2021. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Stern, Gary (January 16, 2020). "Burtons Grill & Bar Is Picking Up Speed And Expanding". Forbes. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ "Burtons Restaurant Group Plans for 7 New Locations in 2 Years". FSR Magazine. October 17, 2016. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "Up 'n Adam: Burton's Grill & Bar". WCCB Charlotte's CW. April 21, 2025. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e "Locations & Menus". Burtons Grill & Bar. May 29, 2025. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b c d Garfinkel, Melanie (September 26, 2024). "COMMUNITY CENTER". Simply Buckhead. Retrieved May 30, 2025.
- ^ Marino, Greer (January 24, 2025). "Burtons Grill & Bar: All of the Taste, Served Allergy-Free". Northshore Magazine. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "Gluten Free". Northshore Magazine. July 29, 2020. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ Cronin, Nora (December 30, 2024). ""Best Allergy Friendly-Brunch" by Bethesda Magazine". Burtons Grill & Bar. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ "Gluten-free diners able to choose from entire menu at Burtons Bar and Grill in Shrewsbury". CBS Boston. May 23, 2024. Retrieved May 29, 2025.