Krafted Burger Bar + Tap Hosts Grand Opening For First Location

BOLINGBROOK, IL – Krafted Burger Bar + Tap will hold a grand opening event to commemorate its first-ever location on Jan. 19 at the Promenade Bolingbrook. The "globally-inspired" burger joint has set its public grand opening for 11 a.m. with live music and promotions, according to a news release.

The first 50 guests in line will receive a voucher to redeem one burger or sandwich a month for a whole year, starting in February 2023.

A ribbon cutting ceremony with the Bolingbrook Chamber of Commerce will then begin at 4:30 p.m. with Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta.

According to a news release, the restaurant joins the portfolio of brands co-owned by former Jimmy John’s CEO Gregg Majewski, including brands like BD’s Mongolian Grill, Flat Top Grill and Genghis Grill.

Renowned chef Robert Kabakoff, with Majewski, created menu items which include an array of gourmet flat top burgers, crispy chicken sandwiches, tavern-style pizzas and salads, according to a news release. Krafted will also serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, featuring a signature Brunch Combo: a crispy pork belly egg sandwich, a shot of whiskey and a draft beer, all for $16.

There are also more than 46 craft beer offerings, as well as a mix of cocktails on tap and wines for a refreshing addition to a savory meal, a release states.

“Krafted Burger Bar + Tap is the perfect addition to not only our restaurant portfolio but to The Promenade Bolingbrook. Chef Kabakoff has brought unmatched expertise and dedication to creating a concept that brings together both tried-and-true American flavors with a fresh, international inspiration,” Majewski said in a release. “I look forward to inviting the community to join our formal celebration and becoming a staple destination for Chicagoland residents.”

The Bolingbrook location will be the first introduction to consumers, with another location planned for Elmhurst in early 2023. Additional locations are anticipated throughout the Chicagoland area.