Award-Winning Burger Place Being Sold In Meriden, Owner Announces

MERIDEN, CT — Meriden staple K LaMay’s Steamed Cheeseburgers is being sold and will change ownership next month, owner and founder Kevin LaMay announced Wednesday.

In a letter posted to the restaurant’s website and on Facebook, LaMay said the Meriden location is being sold effective May 1.

“After more than 30 years in the business—nearly 20 of those on my own—owning five establishments, selling millions of burgers, and even helping a friend bring steamed cheeseburgers to Jacksonville, Florida, I’m announcing the sale of the original and most successful K LaMay’s Steamed Cheeseburgers, effective May 1st,” he wrote in the letter. “This decision wasn’t easy, but the time is right for me to step away.”

While LaMay is stepping away and saying goodbye, he did have some good news for fans of his award-winning steamed burgers in his farewell announcement.

“The K LaMay name, staff, menu, and quality will all remain the same,” LaMay wrote.

“Over the years, there have been many highs and lows, but the journey has been incredible,” the letter reads. “One of our proudest achievements was being recognized as the Best Burger in Connecticut and earning national recognition from Thrillist.com and MSN.com. We’ve welcomed customers from all over the world—the furthest traveling from China!

“Another milestone was owning three establishments at once while employing over 40 people. But what I’m most proud of is the opportunity to employ more than 100 individuals over the years as well as being able to give back to the community. It’s been an honor to work with some of the best employees and to serve loyal customers who have become lifelong friends.”

LaMay said he’ll be working his final three weeks in April, and would be “honored to see as many of our amazing customers as possible before I go.”

“My hours will be posted on the door at K LaMay’s and on our social media sites,” he wrote. “It’s been one heck of a ride—and who knows what the future holds.”

Read more at the K LaMay’s Steamed Cheeseburgers’ website here.

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