Crack'd Kitchen Expanding to Burlington

- Founded in Andover, Massachusetts in 2019 by partners Alan Frati and Danny Azzarello, the Burlington location will be the company's fifth outpost. The chain currently has two locations in Massachusetts (Andover and Peabody), one in Salem, New Hampshire, and one in Plantation Walk, Florida. - The restaurant's concept is centered around elevating the breakfast sandwich, using high-quality and locally sourced ingredients like cage-free eggs from Maine Family Farms and bread from Iggy's Bread in Cambridge. - Beyond breakfast, the fast-casual eatery offers a lunch menu that includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and grain bowls. They also have a significant beverage program with small-batch coffee, espresso drinks, smoothies, and house-made lemonades. - Co-founders Danny Azzarello and Alan Frati both have backgrounds in the restaurant industry, having learned from working in established chains before launching their own concept. - The new 2,500-square-foot Burlington location is strategically situated at the corner of Middlesex Turnpike and Fourth Avenue, near the Life Time fitness center and residences, aiming to attract a mix of office workers, residents, and gym-goers. - In a move to expand their reach, the company launched a quick-service concept called Crack'd Express in May 2023, featuring a smaller menu tailored for drive-through and fuel station customers. - The brand also operates a food truck known as the "Yolkswagon," which caters private events and local gatherings, extending the restaurant's presence beyond its physical locations. - After pausing expansion plans during the pandemic to refine their operations and menu, Crack'd Kitchen is now focused on growth, with the Burlington location marking a renewed push into the Greater Boston area.