Riko’s Pizza Opens Location in Burlington, Vermont.

STAMFORD, CT and BURLINGTON, VT – Riko’s Pizza announced today the grand opening of its newest location in Burlington, Vermont. Famous for its super-thin crust tavern-style pies, local neighborhood atmosphere, and extensive selection of craft drinks, Riko’s newest location is situated right in downtown Burlington.

• Incorporates both Riko’s iconic rustic-urban décor and the character of the local community;

• 25-foot-long bar with 14 stools and 18 beers on tap, including favorites from local breweries such as Switchback, Zero Gravity, Queen City, and BBCO;

• 13 large TVs throughout the restaurant, catering to sports fans;

• Complete Riko’s Pizza menu of famous tavern-style pizzas, oven-roasted wings, made-to-order salads, fan-favorite desserts, and a growing list of appetizers;

• Accommodations for large groups, kids’ parties, fundraisers, live music, outdoor dining, and other special events; and

• A separate carry-out order section for easier takeout and delivery.

Riko’s Pizza of Burlington is being opened in partnership with a new franchisee, Thomas Jacobson (“TJ”). A Connecticut native who has been a Riko’s customer and fan for over a decade, TJ brings 30 years of business leadership and operational experience to this new Riko’s franchise.

“On behalf of the Riko’s Burlington team, we are incredibly proud to see our hard work and vision for this location finally come to fruition. We couldn’t have done it without immense support from the larger Riko’s family, my amazing staff, or the City of Burlington, who enthusiastically welcomed us into their community with open arms,” said TJ, Riko’s Pizza of Burlington Franchisee. “I am thrilled at the opportunity to combine my deep-seeded love for this city with my love of Riko’s Pizza. It’s a dream come true to bring these thin-crust pies and unique menu to an entirely new market.”

To celebrate the grand opening of its Burlington location, the Company hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 21, which featured remarks from Rico Imbrogno, founder and CEO of Riko’s Pizza; Kara Alnasrawi, Director of Business & Workforce Development at the Church Street Marketplace; and State Senator Martine Larocque Gulick.

“Riko’s is extremely grateful to the Burlington community for supporting us in bringing our pizza concept to the famous Church Street,” said Rico Imbrogno, CEO of Riko’s Pizza. “On behalf of the entire organization, I want to extend a huge congratulations to TJ and the Riko’s Burlington staff on the grand opening of Riko’s Pizza in Vermont, a state where I have long spent a tremendous amount of time with my family.”