The ratings on Brinker International reflect the company's solid position in the casual dining industry, good track record as a restaurant operator, and satisfactory financial profile. Dallas, Texas-based Brinker owns, operates, or franchises 1,370 restaurants under the names Chili's Grill&Bar, Romano's Macaroni Grill, On The Border Mexican Grill&Cantina, Cozymel's Coastal Mexican Grill, Maggiano's Little Italy, Corner Bakery Café, Big Bowl, and Rockfish. Brinker is the second-largest company in the casual dining sector based on sales. The growth of its Chili's, Macaroni Grill, and On The Border concepts into well-established chains reflects the company's ability to develop, commercialize, and operate diverse restaurant formats. Brinker's management depth and well-developed system infrastructure have been instrumental to this success. Over
