Red Heat Tavern Opens In Milford

MILFORD, MA—Milford is the new home for the fifth Red Heat Tavern, a self-described "craft beer focused restaurant and bar with an innovative coal fired oven that blends the flavors of outdoor grilling with tavern comfort classics."

Red Heat Tavern, which has locations in Wilmington, Bedford, Westborough and South Windsor, CT, opened at Milford Crossing on Route 109 on Oct. 16.

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According to Roger Hirschhorn, chief operation officer at RD Management, owners hit the target date for opening up Red Heat.

We chose Red Heat Tavern for Milford Crossing based on their experience running quality restaurants throughout New England, the Carolinas and Florida – both their Red Heat Tavern concept as well as their Burtons Grill & Bar concept," Hirschhorn told Patch.

Red Heat is only located in New England, and there are only five locations.

"Our passion for great food is fueled by fire, flavor, and friends," General Manager Rick Naples told Patch. "Every dish is treated as a labor of love. Our unique Josper oven imported from Spain is the heart and soul of the kitchen. Cooking in this style gets the food seared and infused with smoke to create bold flavors that pair perfectly with our craft beers and inventive cocktails. Something special is always cooking in our backyard and can be made to accommodate any dietary need or preference. Our hospitality makes every dining experience memorable and every guest our friend."

Naples said the Tavern's management and culinary team has decades of experience in the restaurant industry.

Milford Crossing also includes TJ Maxx, Stop & Shop, Pet Supplies Plus and a Dollar Tree.

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