History
''In 1961 Frank Giuffrida bought a club in Saugus that he converted into a western style steakhouse. Over the years Frank became known as the ''king of the Hill'' serving over three million customers annually. Now over 50 million meals later The Hilltop is still known today for it's generous portions at a great value winning numerous awards.''
''In October 1994, Dick Monfort of High Country Investor, Inc. acquired the assets of the Hilltop in Saugus. Mr. Monfort's family business ''MONFORT BEEF'' Êsupplied the Hilltop its beef needs for over 40 years until the his family business was sold to the large food conglomerate ''CONAGRA''. Mr. Monfort is still active in the beef industry with feeding lots of over 100,000 cattle as well as being on the board of directors of other major food companies.''
''SinceÊbeing purchased by High Country Investor, Hilltop continues to be recognized as one of the leading independent restaurants in the Northeast winning such awards as #1 Steakhouse (City search 2003), #2 Independent Restaurant in the country (Restaurant & Institutions Magazine 2002) and many more. In 1996 Hilltop expanded its business to include five large function rooms for all types of family events and business meetings as well as elegant weddings.''
''The year 2008 brought more recognition when Hilltop was featured on the New England TV program ''Chronicle'' and the ''Travel Channel'' as one the three top Steak Houses in the country.ÊRecognized for its value the Hilltop continues to enjoy new diners from all over the world.''
