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Chili's is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 200 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Chili's sales have grown 52% over three years, driven by strong marketing and menu innovation, with traffic growth accounting for 28% of the increase [[2026-10-29 Chili’s sales are up 52% over 3 years. Here’s how it’s serving diners. (25944d)]]. * Brinker International's Chili's brand reported a 10.1% jump in same-store sales for its first earnings period of fiscal 2027, marking 22 consecutive quarters of growth [[2026-10-28 Brinker’s 2027 off to a strong start as Chili’s compounds same-store sales growt (4d3030)]]. * Chili's is investing in labor and equipment to manage the surge in visitors [[2026-10-29 Chili’s sales are up 52% over 3 years. Here’s how it’s serving diners. (25944d)]]. * Brinker International plans to open 20-30 new Chili's locations annually through 2029, following a five-year sales turnaround [[2026-09-22 Chili's Plans 30 New Locations a Year Through 2029 (54f298)]]. * Chili's has achieved a 71% five-year increase in same-store sales and is now targeting 2% to 3% new unit growth per year [[2026-09-18 Why Chili’s is ready to open new stores (27983f)]]. * The company has identified significant whitespace for development, particularly in underpenetrated markets and areas with growing populations [[2026-09-18 Why Chili’s is ready to open new stores (27983f)]]. * Chili's has announced a $150 million commitment to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, building on a 24-year partnership that has raised over $130 million [[2026-09-08 Chili's® Announces Historic $150 Million Commitment to St. Jude Children's Resea (12a428)]]. * Chili's is using its 'Better Than Fast Food' strategy to target major fast-food categories, with Mexican QSR potentially the next frontier [[2026-09-17 Chili’s is taking on the fast-food giants, and Taco Bell could be next (bd4f51)]]. * Chili's has introduced the new Chicken Parm Big Crispy sandwich, combining the Big Crispy chicken sandwich and Fried Mozzarella [[2026-10-13 Chili's® Builds on its Big Crispy® Chicken Sandwich Momentum with the New Chicke (9aafa8)]]. * Chili's is launching a new merchandise line called the Suburban Collection, which celebrates suburban style with relaxed and comfort-first fits [[2026-09-29 Chili’s® Turns Decades of Defining Suburb Culture Into Style With the “Suburban (8b9b61)]]. * Better Wi-Fi has helped fuel Chili's comeback, with plans to invest in AI to make managers' jobs easier [[2026-10-02 How better Wi-Fi helped fuel Chili’s comeback (42f635)]]. * Brinker International outlined its growth strategy and long-term targets at its investor day, aiming for 4% to 6% annual revenue growth and double-digit annual percent growth in net income per diluted share [[2026-09-17 Brinker International Outlines Growth Strategy and Long-Term Targets at Filed under Restaurants / Casual dining.
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Duck Donuts appoints Eric Lavinder as its first chief development officer to oversee business development strategy.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes names Doug Willmarth as its new President, bringing significant restaurant industry experience to the role.

Doug Willmarth, a strategic brand leader in the restaurant industry, will be joining the MOOYAH brand as President starting December 2.

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In other Big Mouth News, after launching Chili's Big Mouth Crispy Chicken Sandwich this past summer, enough of our Guests said, "cluck yeah!" that we've decided to add it to the Big Mouth lineup as our Big Mouth Crispy Chicken Sandwich.
Vitality Bowls hired John Mascali as Chief Operating Officer, bringing over 30 years of experience in the restaurant industry to support franchisee sales and operations.

Restaurant industry veterans open Abilene's first MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes location, bringing over 25 years of experience from brands like Chili's and Raising Cane's.
Restaurant industry veterans open Abilene’s first MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, bringing a combined 25 years of experience from working for brands like Chili’s and Raising Cane’s.

Two franchise groups will open 20 more Marco's Pizza locations in the greater Denver area, expanding their existing portfolio of 10 successful locations.

Tim Gayhart, a multi-brand operator, shares his hands-on approach to business and his plans to become a franchisor.
The article introduces the new Chili's Chicken Sandwich, available for a limited time only and featuring a hand-battered, hand-breaded, and made-to-perfection chicken sandwich.

You can get a sense of Mike Philip’s personality when you ask him what his title is and his response is, “Head dishwasher, owner, and president.” The 54-year-old is witty…
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery launches a national franchise initiative, expanding its footprint in strategically targeted markets across the country.
Chili's launches a 'Hide and Cinco' scavenger hunt for Cinco de Mayo with 25 piñatas hidden across the US, each containing a $500 gift card and exclusive merchandise.

Chuck Holbrook, a new franchisee with MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, is set to open his location in mid-July in Abilene, Texas.

Restaurant software company Olo raises $450 million in an initial public offering, surpassing estimates.

Restaurant brands are struggling to source chicken wings for the Super Bowl due to supply chain disruptions and increased demand.
Brinker International provides business update and withdraws guidance in response to COVID-19, citing dining room closures and capacity limitations.
Chili's is offering a road trip contest with a chance to win free Chili's for one year, along with a $250 gift card and other prizes.
Brinker International, the parent company of Chili's and Maggiano's, reported its first quarter fiscal 2021 results, with earnings per diluted share of $1.71.
Brinker International, parent company of Chili's, provides a business update in response to COVID-19, with 873 restaurants reopened and comparable sales down 11%
Brinker International reports COVID-19 impact update and third-quarter fiscal 2020 results, adapting to a 100% off-premise model.
Chili's celebrates its 45th birthday with a tradition of offering $3.13 Presidente Margaritas, joining the platform on TikTok with a special edition birthday cup.