Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended September 23, 2026 and updated guidance for fiscal 2027.
"Chili's delivered its 22nd consecutive quarter of same-store sales growth, up +10%, lapping a +21% from last year and a +14% from 2024 for a 3 year cumulative comp of +52%," said CEO Kevin Hochman. "The Chili's flywheel of sustainable growth and market share gains keeps spinning, with industry leading value, world class marketing, and continued investments in operations that both attract new guests and keep regular guests coming back."
In the first quarter of fiscal 2027, Company sales were $1,461.2 million compared to $1,335.4 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. Company comparable restaurant sales increased 9.1% in the first quarter of fiscal 2027, including 10.1% for Chili's, as the brand drove positive traffic and continued outperformance against the casual dining industry.
“The company’s first-quarter results reflect the continued success of our ongoing brand initiatives to improve the guest experience, further strengthened by the highly successful launch of its Big Crispy® chicken sandwich.”
Net cash provided by operating activities was $169.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2027, compared to $120.8 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, driven primarily by an increase in operating income.
EAT shares zoomed $13.50, or 6.9%, Wednesday to $210.16.
