WORCESTER — The Fix Burger Bar has opened on Shrewsbury Street, with a hugely customizable selection of burgers.

"The burger is the main focus. It's really all about the blend and the quality of the beef," said Mike Covino, president of Niche Hospitality said in March about the restaurant. "We felt if we were going to replace (Mezcal) we needed to have a similar vibe of fun, casual and a seven day a week friendly restaurant."

Mezcal Cantina, another Niche Hospitality eatery, moved from 166 Shrewsbury Street to Major Taylor Boulevard downtown in February, leaving the open restaurant space for a new Niche concept. Niche also owns the Citizen, Bocado and the Still and Stir in the city.





The Fix features "adult" takes on classic burger restaurant beverages such as this spiked milkshake.

Key to the new restaurant is the blend of meats for the house burger, said Covino. The blend contains different beef cuts as the foundation of a unique hand-made patty. There will also be a locally sourced, grass-fed all-natural beef burger, said Covino. Burgers start at $12 but can be customized in a variety of ways.

The slew of topping choices include smoked bacon, fried prosciutto, short rib, pork belly and eight different cheeses. There is a full selection of salads, entrees and burger alternatives such as veggie and ahi tuna burgers.



"We want people to be able to get a great steak and fries or great fish and chips," said Covino. "Burgers are the highlight, but like any restaurant you have more than just your highlight."



Syrups made in-house form the basis for soda flavors such as root beer and sarsaparilla from a special fountain system. Shakes and floats are featured on the menu. All of these can be combined with rum and bourbon to create adult drinks, said Covino.

Updates on the restaurant can be found at The Fix's Facebook page.

The Fix will be open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., and from noon to 2 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Information: (774) 823-3327.