SAN FRANCISCO, April 25, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Chevys Fresh Mex® announced today four San Francisco restaurants donated 10% of food sales during San Francisco's home baseball games Monday, April 11th through Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 for Bryan Stow, the baseball fan who was attacked and is seriously injured.  Chevys Fresh Mex four San Francisco locations and their guests raised over $6500 for Bryan's medical expenses. 

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An emotional check presentation was held at Chevys Fresh Mex restaurant at Stonestown, 20th Avenue, next to Galleria Mall, for the Stow Family, Friday, April 22nd.  Chevys regional director Matthew Baizer handed the oversized check for $6585 to Bryan's family members and said, "We are so honored Chevys could help make this donation to Bryan and the Stow family who have been frequent guests of Chevys for years and thank you to our guests for coming out to support him."  

Bryan Stow's cousin Rebecca Bucher said, "My family and I are so grateful to Chevys, the staff and guests who helped to make this happen for Bryan—THANK YOU!"

Since 1986, Chevys Fresh Mex has enjoyed a reputation of community service and giving back.   Each year, on average, Chevys Fresh Mex restaurants play host to hundreds of fundraisers and donate more than a million dollars back to the communities they serve.  There isn't a better way to raise funds than at Chevys!  For more information about hosting a fundraiser see Chevys website at www.chevys.com

ABOUT CHEVYS FRESH MEX®

Founded in 1986 in Alameda, California, Chevys is an ultra-casual, full-service restaurant concept that offers guests an array of freshly prepared Mexican dishes prepared from scratch using only the freshest ingredients served in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. With 64 Company-owned and 24 franchised restaurants, Chevys is a national brand spanning 14 states. Designed to offer a fiesta for the senses, where every experience is fresh, fun and full of flavor, the concept is focused on the execution of its trend-setting Fresh Mex menu and continuous innovation. Chevys uses a "Fresh Mex®" pledge which underscores the Company's promise that products are made daily from scratch.

Chevys restaurants resemble a Mexican border town cafe or cantina with a vibrant contemporary decor. The concept's menu offers an extensive variety of Mexican dishes, including traditional enchiladas, burritos and tacos, as well as a variety of combination platters. In addition to more traditional Mexican fare, the menu offers innovative items, including the mesquite grilled steak, fish and shrimp fajitas. Chevys also offers a variety of salads and desserts. The theme of every Chevys dish is freshness, a characteristic underscored by the concept's fresh made tortillas which helps create a fun atmosphere for everyone, including families with children, and enhances the concept's broad appeal.

Built on a platform of fresh – fresh ingredients, fresh preparation, fresh ideas and fresh personality – Chevys prepares dishes daily from scratch. This commitment to freshness translates into Chevys signature "Seasonal Fresh Fruit" margaritas which change with the seasons. Chevys offers a wide selection of margaritas including its signature Cabo Wabo Rock 'N Rita made with Sammy Hagar's Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila.  For more information please visit: www.chevys.com

SOURCE Chevys Fresh Mex