TGI Fridays™ Raises the Bar with New, Fresh Stacked Burgers

CARROLLTON, Texas, Oct. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fridays™ brand is taking a page from its own legendary playbook, taking the burger, an all-time American bar and grill favorite, and raising it to new heights ... literally.  Fridays has recently introduced a new, craveable burger menu that includes a trio of Stacked Burgers, showcasing two 100% fresh, never frozen, USDA Choice beef burger patties served with freshly-baked, buttery, brioche-style buns.

"The burger has always been one of our guests' favorites," said Ricky Richardson, president and chief operating officer, TGI Fridays USA.  "And, our new Stacked Burger line-up takes this classic to a whole new level, delivering on Fridays promise to provide great food to every guest through innovative menu items that highlight freshness and premium ingredients."

Peppered bacon, slow-braised beef and house-made onion bacon jam are just a few of the premium ingredients featured on Fridays new Philly Stacked Burger and Bleu Cheese Stacked Burger.  All burgers on the new menu are accompanied by crispy, well-seasoned fries delivered hot and fresh.  And, every handcrafted burger on the Fridays menu, including the new All-American Stacked Burger, is now built to highlight the freshness and quality of each ingredient.  Fridays does this by building each burger with crisp iceberg lettuce, vine-ripened tomatoes, crunchy pickles and sliced onions on that freshly-baked bun, ensuring the indulgently delicious taste of mouth-watering beef is captured in every bite.

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About TGI Fridays

TGI Fridays is an American casual bar and grill that differentiates itself with a unique point of view, promising to deliver an energizing Friday feeling for every guest – any day of the week. Fridays operates more than 900 restaurants in more than 60 countries and is famous for its knowledgeable and charismatic bartenders, approximately 8,000 of whom compete annually for the title of the "Greatest TGI Fridays Bartender in the World." Fridays guest recognition program, Give Me More Stripes®, rewards loyal guests with great deals and fun events year-round, creating an engaging customer experience. TGI Fridays Responsible Business Program is focused on positively impacting the economic and environmental well-being of the communities and neighborhoods in which it operates. For more information, visit www.fridays.com.

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