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Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) is a Dallas-based restaurant company that operates and franchises casual dining establishments primarily in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1975, the company has grown to become one of the largest casual dining operators in the country through its two main restaurant brands: Chili's Grill & Bar and Maggiano's Little Italy. As of recent reports, Brinker operates approximately 1,648 restaurants, with the vast majority being Chili's locations. The company went public in 1984 and has since established itself as a significant player in the competitive casual dining segment of the restaurant industry.