Brinker operates or franchises nearly 1,600 casual-dining restaurants with locations in every U.S. state and more than 30 foreign countries. Chili's Grill & Bar is the flagship brand with 1,500 units, including more than 800 company-owned restaurants. The firm also operates a more upscale concept, Maggiano's Little Italy, which has 45 locations currently. In fiscal 2012, the average check was above $13 per customer at Chili's and $26 at Maggiano's.