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Updated Oct 28, 2026
Brinker Q1 FY2027: Chili's posts +10.1% SSS on +6.4% traffic, raises FY27 revenue guidance to $6.23B-$6.33B
Chili's delivered its third consecutive year of double-digit same-store sales growth in Q1 FY2027, with +10.1% SSS built on +6.4% traffic — the twelfth consecutive quarter of industry-beating traffic. Restaurant-level margins expanded 150 basis points year-over-year to 17.7%, and adjusted diluted EPS grew 44% to $2.77. Management raised full-year revenue guidance to $6.23B-$6.33B and confirmed Q2 is tracking high mid-single-digit SSS, with Q2 traffic already outpacing the industry.
Tone: bullishRevenue
$5.8B
EAT 10-K · FY 2026
Employees
85,003
Revenue FY2025
$5.4B
Founded
1975
Profile
EAT 10-K Item 1 · Aug 19, 2026Brinker International owns, operates, develops, and franchises two casual dining brands: Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy. Chili's is the flagship brand with over 1,580 domestic and international locations, while Maggiano's operates 52 full-service Italian American restaurants. The company generates revenue primarily through Company-owned restaurant sales and franchise royalties.
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We own, develop, operate and franchise the Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant brands. Chili's is a recognized leader in the casual dining industry and the flagship brand of Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc. Chili's has been operating restaurants for over 51 years and enjoys a global presence with restaurants in the United States, 28 other countries and two United States territories. Whether domestic or international, or franchised, Chili's is dedicated to delivering delicious and craveable food with value-centric offerings such as '3 for Me' starting at only $10.99, as well as dining experiences in a vibrant atmosphere intended to make everyone feel special. Our menu features bold, Southwest inspired American favorites, and Chili's has built a reputation for big mouth burgers, sizzling fajitas, crispy Chicken Crispers, hand-shaken margaritas, and the social-media-famous Triple Dipper. Maggiano's is a full-service, national restaurant brand offering Italian American favorites through both a la carte and Family Style dining. The brand serves guests across a variety of occasions, from everyday lunch and dinner to special events and celebrations with family and friends. Each Maggiano's location is designed to create a welcoming atmosphere, and feature dedicated banquet spaces that support celebrations, business gatherings, and other large-party occasions. Maggiano's menu features Italian American favorites, prepared in a scratch-made kitchen, with a focus on abundant portions, complemented by a robust wine list and handcrafted cocktails.
Primary products
- Chili's Grill & Bar restaurant operations
- Maggiano's Little Italy restaurant operations
- Franchise agreements
- To-Go and delivery
- Banquet and special event dining
- My Chili's loyalty program
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“Chili's is a recognized leader in the casual dining industry and the flagship brand of Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc.” Competitive position, as stated in the filing
Revenue commentary · FY 2026
Total revenues grew from $5,384.2 million in fiscal 2025 to $5,807.4 million in fiscal 2026, driven primarily by comparable restaurant sales growth at Chili's of 9.2% and new restaurant openings, partially offset by Maggiano's comparable sales decline of 3.9%.
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