Burtons Grill & Bar
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | March 2005 |
| Founder | Kevin Harron |
| Headquarters | , United States |
Number of locations | 24 (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 November 2025, the chain operates 24 restaurants across ten 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]
2005–2010
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.
John Haggai joined the company in 2020 as President and Chief Operating Officer and succeeded founder Kevin Harron as CEO in 2022.[7][8]
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
In 2016, the chain opened a location in Alexandria, Virginia, on February 29, marking its entry into the Mid-Atlantic region.[9] 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
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), Wayne, Pennsylvania (June 18, 2025), and Mansfield, Massachusetts (November 18, 2025).[10][7]In March 2025, the chain celebrated its 20th anniversary.[3]
Operations
As of November 2025, Burtons Grill & Bar operates 24 restaurants across ten states, primarily along the East Coast.[7] 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 |
| Massachusetts | Mansfield, Mansfield Crossing |
| 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 |
| Pennsylvania | Wayne |
| 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
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]