BJ's Restaurants

BJ's Restaurants, Inc.
Company type	Public
Traded as	NASDAQ: BJRI
Industry	Restaurant
Founded	1978
Founder	Paul Motenko and Jerry Hennessy
Headquarters	Huntington Beach, California, United States
Number of locations	209 (2021)
Area served	United States
Key people	Greg Trojan (CEO)
Revenue	US$1.1 billion (2020)
Operating income	US$45.6 million (2020)
Net income	US$27.4 million (2020)
Total assets	US$1.2 billion (2020)
Total equity	US$500 million (2020)
Number of employees	23,000 (2021)
Website	www.bjsrestaurants.com

BJ's Restaurants[edit | edit source]

BJ's Restaurants is a publicly traded American restaurant chain headquartered in Huntington Beach, California. It was founded in 1978 by Paul Motenko and Jerry Hennessy. The company operates 209 locations across the United States as of 2021.

History[edit | edit source]

BJ's Restaurants was established in 1978 by Paul Motenko and Jerry Hennessy in Santa Ana, California. The first BJ's Restaurant & Brewery was opened in Orange County, California, with the aim of providing a casual dining experience with high-quality food and handcrafted beers.

In 1996, the company opened its first BJ's Pizza & Grill concept in Brea, California. This concept focused on offering a wider variety of menu options, including pizza, pasta, and sandwiches, while still featuring their signature handcrafted beers.

Over the years, BJ's Restaurants expanded its presence across the United States, opening new locations in various states. The company went public in 1996 and is currently traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol "BJRI".

Operations[edit | edit source]

BJ's Restaurants is known for its extensive menu that includes a variety of appetizers, salads, soups, pizzas, pastas, burgers, sandwiches, and desserts. The company also offers a selection of handcrafted beers, including seasonal and specialty brews.

The restaurant chain follows a casual dining format, providing a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere. Many BJ's Restaurants feature a brewery on-site, where guests can observe the brewing process and enjoy freshly brewed beers.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

BJ's Restaurants has received several awards and recognition for its food, service, and commitment to quality. In 2020, the company was named one of the "Top 10 Fastest-Growing Chains" by Restaurant Business magazine. It has also been recognized for its sustainability efforts and community involvement.