Bertucci's Closes Four More Massachusetts Locations Amid Bankruptcy Crisis

Bertucci's, a once-popular Massachusetts-based Italian restaurant chain, has closed at least four more locations in the state—Braintree, Mansfield, North Andover, and Norwood—following its recent bankruptcy filing, marking its third Chapter 11 bankruptcy since 1981. The chain cited ongoing financial struggles, shifting consumer preferences away from legacy casual dining, and broader industry challenges as reasons for the closures. As a result, only 10 Bertucci's locations remain open in Massachusetts, with a total of 15 operating nationwide, a steep decline from over 80 locations in 2018. Despite the closures, the company recently introduced Bertucci’s Pronto, a fast-casual concept in Boston, in an effort to adapt to changing dining habits. The closures have disappointed many longtime customers, particularly in communities where Bertucci's had served for decades. Bertucci's emphasized that its traditional restaurants will continue to operate but with a significantly reduced presence.