Brinker International

Profile narrative

Brinker International operates the casual dining brand Chili's Grill & Bar, which serves a menu centered on American Tex‑Mex fare such as burgers, ribs, fajitas and margaritas. The restaurants are designed for a relaxed, family‑friendly atmosphere and are primarily located in the United States. Chili's also offers limited‑time promotions and a loyalty program to engage repeat guests. In addition to company‑owned units, the brand is expanded through franchised partnerships in both domestic and select international markets.

The company’s headquarters are located in the United States, reflecting its central role in the U.S. restaurant sector. Brinker International maintains a sizable operational footprint, with numerous company‑owned and franchised locations spread across multiple states. While exact counts are not disclosed in the source material, the chain’s presence extends to several countries outside the United States.

Beyond Chili's, Brinker International also owns and operates the Maggiano's Little Italy brand, positioning the corporation as a multi‑concept operator in the casual dining segment. In March 2018, a cybersecurity incident affected certain Chili's restaurants when malware was introduced into point‑of‑sale systems, leading to unauthorized access to payment card numbers and cardholder names. The breach prompted the firm to notify law enforcement, to offer fraud resolution and credit monitoring services to potentially impacted guests, and to conduct an ongoing investigation into the scope of the exposure. Brinker International is a publicly traded entity, listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol EAT.

Incidents

1 incident linked to this organisation.