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Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) has promoted Aaron White to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief People Officer for Chili's and Maggiano's Little Italy brands. White, a 29-year veteran who started as a Chili's server, will oversee Operations strategy and PeopleWorks across the organization.
Previously serving as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, and before that as Chili's Co-Chief Operating Officer for eastern U.S. locations, White has been instrumental in the company's turnaround through operational simplification and culture enhancement. Her leadership has focused on improving efficiency and strengthening the ChiliHead culture. In April 2025, she was recognized on the Nation's Restaurant News Power List: Women in Foodservice.
Brinker International reported strong Q3 fiscal 2025 results, with Chili's leading growth through a +31.6% increase in same-store sales driven by +21% traffic. Company sales reached $1.41 billion, up from $1.11 billion in Q3 2024.
Key financial highlights:
- Operating income margin improved to 11.0%
- Restaurant operating margin rose to 18.9%
- Net income per share increased to $2.56
- Company repaid $125 million in debt
Maggiano's showed modest growth with a 0.4% increase in comparable sales. Based on sustained performance, Brinker updated its fiscal 2025 guidance, projecting total revenues between $5.33-5.35 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $8.50-8.75.
Chili's launches the Radical 'Rita, a color-changing margarita celebrating '90s nostalgia, featuring actress Tiffani Thiessen as brand ambassador. Available nationwide throughout May 2025 for $6, this innovative cocktail combines Lunazul Blanco Tequila, Monin Dragonfruit, Blue Curaçao, and House-Made Sour.
The interactive drink transforms from pink and blue to purple using themed swizzle sticks, creating an engaging experience for customers. The campaign includes a video featuring Thiessen demonstrating the color-changing effect, directed by SNL shorts creator Mike Diva, streaming on Peacock and other platforms.
This release is part of Chili's successful Margarita of the Month program, which helped the brand sell over 25 million margaritas in 2024, maintaining their position as the largest seller of margaritas among U.S. restaurant brands.
Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) has announced its upcoming third quarter fiscal 2025 earnings conference call, scheduled for Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will release its earnings report before market opening on the same day.
The earnings call will be accessible via live audio webcast through Brinker's investor relations website, with a replay available for two weeks following the event. The company may provide additional business updates during the call.
Chili's has launched the new Big QP burger on its 3 For Me menu, featuring 85% more beef than a Quarter Pounder with Cheese. The burger comes with American cheese, mustard, ketchup, pickles, and diced onions, available nationwide for $10.99 including bottomless chips, salsa, and drinks.
To highlight the value proposition against rising fast food prices, Chili's is hosting a Fast Food Financing pop-up experience in New York City on April 16-17, 2025. Located at 37 Union Square West, the event will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST, offering eligible guests gift cards and a chance to try the new burger in a speakeasy setting.
This addition joins the Big Smasher burger, which has twice the beef of a Big Mac, reinforcing Chili's position as a better value alternative to fast food drive-thrus.
Chili's has announced the opening of its new Scranton Branch location on April 7, 2025, marking a significant cultural moment by establishing its first restaurant in the Pennsylvania city. The new permanent location will feature special throwback elements including vintage artwork, iconic tile tables, and a giant chalk art mural created by the original Chili's artist from the early 2000s.
The restaurant will exclusively bring back the legendary Awesome Blossom® menu item, a deep-fried onion appetizer with Buffalo Ranch dipping sauce that was discontinued in 2008. To celebrate the opening, Chili's has partnered with several celebrities including Melora Hardin, Andy Buckley, Amy Pietz, Brian Baumgartner, and Kate Flannery for promotional campaigns.
The launch includes a nationwide promotion of the Scranton Marg for $5 on opening day, along with exclusive merchandise available through social media giveaways and their website.
Maggiano's Little Italy has unveiled a significant menu enhancement featuring premium Italian-American classics. Led by Chef Anthony Amoroso, the new menu incorporates luxury ingredients including Wagyu Beef from Snake River Farms and imported aged Pecorino Romano cheese.
Key new offerings include 'The Grand' Chicken Parmesan, Wagyu Beef Meatballs, Wagyu Beef Stuffed Shells, a 30-layer Lasagna, and 'The Finest' Fettuccine Alfredo. The menu transformation emphasizes high-quality ingredients and elevated preparation techniques typically found in fine dining establishments.
Maggiano's, owned by Brinker International (NYSE: EAT), operates 50 restaurants nationwide, offering lunch, dinner, delivery, and carryout services. This menu upgrade represents the brand's strategy to make high-end Italian-American dining more accessible while maintaining traditional flavors.
Authentic Restaurant Brands (ARB) has announced the addition of Tavern in the Square to its portfolio through the recapitalization of Broadway Hospitality Group. This marks ARB's fifth acquisition in five years, growing the platform to approximately $1 billion in annual revenue and over $150 million in EBITDA.
In a leadership transition, Alex Macedo has been appointed Chairman and CEO, replacing Felipe Athayde, while Jon Howie joins as CFO from Chuy's Holdings. ARB's portfolio now includes regional brands: Primanti Bros., P.J. Whelihan's, Mambo Seafood, Pollo Tropical, and Tavern in the Square.
The New England-based Tavern in the Square will receive operational support, strategic capital, and technological resources from ARB to drive growth in core and adjacent markets, while maintaining its brand integrity and local dining experience.
Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) has appointed Timothy (TJ) Johnson to its Board of Directors. Johnson brings over 30 years of experience with consumer-facing, global retail brands and more than a decade as a public company CFO. He currently serves as Chief Financial and Chief Administrative Officer at Victoria's Secret & Co since 2021, with planned retirement in June 2025.
Johnson's previous roles include CFO and Chief Administrative Officer at Big Lots, and corporate finance positions at Brands after starting his career at Coopers & Lybrand. He has served on The Aaron's Company board and qualifies as a financial expert with significant experience in financial planning, strategy development, accounting, investor relations, capital allocation, M&A, and risk management.
Chili's partners with Lifetime to create 'I'll be Home for National Margarita Day,' a 15-minute television event starring Maria Menounos and Taye Diggs, premiering February 19, 2025, at 10pm ET. The story follows former love interests reuniting at Chili's while trying to save their town's National Margarita Day traditions from a developer's plans.
As the leading seller of margaritas among U.S. restaurant brands, with over 25 million margaritas sold in 2024, Chili's is celebrating National Margarita Day (February 22) with special promotions, including a $5 Tequila Trifecta at participating locations and a $6 StrawEddy Margarita available throughout February. The company is also launching themed merchandise, including t-shirts and sweaters available on their website.
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