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Brinker International, Inc. issues news on a casual dining portfolio led by Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy. Company updates commonly cover restaurant sales trends, fiscal earnings, guidance, cash flow uses, and capital actions such as revolver repayment and share repurchases.
Brand announcements often focus on Chili's menu value platforms, burgers, chicken sandwiches, fajitas, margaritas, and national marketing programs, along with Maggiano's Italian-American menu, family-style dining, delivery, carryout, and banquet services. Corporate news also includes leadership changes and marketing oversight across both restaurant brands.
Chili's (NYSE:EAT) and Spire Motorsports announced a multi-year renewal extending Chili's primary sponsorship of the No. 77 Chevrolet ZL1 driven by Carson Hocevar through 2026 and beyond. Chili's returns to the track March 1 at Circuit of the Americas in Texas as the first of multiple 2026 race dates.
The expanded partnership includes primary placement on Hocevar's dirt late model and a High Limit Racing sprint car driven by Gio Scelzi, sponsorship at the Chili Bowl Nationals, and FloRacing pre- and post-race show title sponsorship.
Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) reported fiscal Q1 2026 results for the quarter ended September 24, 2025, with company sales of $1.335B and total revenues of $1.349B. Company comparable restaurant sales rose 18.8%, driven by Chili's +21.4% comp growth while Maggiano's comps fell 6.4%. Net income was $99.5M and diluted EPS was $2.17; adjusted EBITDA was $172.4M. The company repurchased $92.0M of common stock and reiterated fiscal 2026 guidance: total revenues $5.60B–$5.70B, adjusted EPS $9.90–$10.50, and capex $270M–$290M.
Brinker International (NYSE: EAT) will host its first quarter fiscal 2026 earnings conference call on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM ET. The company will release Q1 fiscal 2026 results before market open on October 29, 2025 and may provide additional business updates.
A live audio webcast will be available via Brinker’s investor relations website and a replay will be posted for two weeks after the event.
Chili's (NYSE:EAT) is launching its new Southwestern Queso nationwide on October 7, 2025, replacing two previous queso offerings that each accounted for only 1% of sales. The new recipe, developed over nearly two years, features a blend of American and cheddar cheeses with fire-roasted green chilies, sweet onions, and lime.
In taste tests, 70% of respondents preferred the new Southwestern Queso over the previous version. To promote the launch, Chili's is offering free Southwestern Queso and chips to My Chili's members from October 7-21, 2025. The new queso will be available as a standalone appetizer, in the Dip Trio, with fajitas, and on the new Chicken Bacon Ranch Nachos.
Chili's (NYSE:EAT) is bringing back its viral 'MozzMates' Halloween costume on October 1, 2025, following last year's successful launch that sold out in 20 minutes. The restaurant chain is partnering with reality star JaNa Craig for a social media contest where fans can win a date with her at Chili's by posting videos with #ChilisMozzMates.
The campaign builds on the success of Chili's Fried Mozz, which helped drive over 41 million Triple Dipper sales in the last fiscal year. Additionally, Chili's is bringing back its Witches Brew Marg as October's $6 Marg of the Month, which sold over one million units last October. The MozzMates costume will be available for $75 at welcometochilis.com.
Chili's (NYSE:EAT) has announced the return of its annual Create-A-Pepper program in partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®. Running through September 30, 2025, guests can purchase coloring sheets for donations ranging from $1 to $25, with 100% of proceeds benefiting St. Jude.
The campaign, marking 23 years of partnership, has contributed over $120 million to St. Jude's mission of advancing cancer treatment and research. The program originated in Memphis and has since evolved into a nationwide initiative, with completed artwork being displayed on Chili's restaurant walls to inspire additional participation.
Brinker International (NYSE:EAT) reported strong Q4 fiscal 2025 results, with company sales reaching $1.45 billion, up from $1.20 billion in Q4 2024. Chili's delivered exceptional performance with sales growth of 24% and traffic increase of 16%, while Maggiano's saw a slight decline of 0.4%.
The company's operating income margin improved to 9.8%, with restaurant operating margin (non-GAAP) reaching 17.8%. Net income per diluted share was $2.30, a significant increase from $1.24 in the previous year. The Board authorized an additional $400 million for share repurchases.
For fiscal 2026, Brinker projects total revenues between $5.60-5.70 billion and expects net income per diluted share (non-GAAP) of $9.90-10.50.
Brinker International (NYSE:EAT), the parent company of restaurant chains like Chili's and Maggiano's Little Italy, has scheduled its Q4 fiscal 2025 earnings conference call for Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET. The company will release its earnings results before market opens on the same day.
Investors and analysts can access the live audio webcast through Brinker's investor relations website. A replay of the call will remain available on the website for two weeks following the event.
Chili's (NYSE:EAT) has announced a unique collaboration with Texas-based western brand Tecovas to create limited-edition cowboy boots made from Chili's iconic red booth material. The collection, launching July 29, 2025, features men's and women's Booth Boots priced at $345 and a matching Booth Belt for $75.
The collaboration celebrates both brands' Texas heritage, with the boots incorporating distinctive chili pepper stitching and design elements. To promote the launch, select Tecovas stores will serve Chili's margaritas on August 2, 2025, along with special promotional events.
Chili's (NYSE:EAT) has launched three new premium frozen margaritas featuring PATRÓN Silver tequila, responding to consumer demand as over 50% of casual dining guests seek frozen options. The new lineup includes the PATRÓN Frozen Marg starting at $10, the Flamingo Freeze featuring Tito's Vodka, and the Arctic Drift with Malibu Coconut Rum.
As the leading seller of margaritas in U.S. restaurants with over 25 million sold last year, Chili's has also invested in new frozen margarita machines nationwide to ensure consistent quality. The premium drinks initiative aims to enhance the brand's core margarita offering while complementing popular menu items.