T.G.I. Friday’s, one of the first American casual dining chains, offers a unique dining experience that has become the favorite pastime of millions worldwide. Opening in 1965, the first T.G.I. Friday’s restaurant was located at First Avenue and 63rd Street in New York City and featured red and white stripes, a blue exterior and its name -- T.G.I. Friday’s. Inside were wooden floors, Tiffany-style lamps, bentwood chairs and striped tablecloths. The bar area, with its brass rails and stained glass, contributed to the classic ambiance.

By 1972 the restaurant was taking everyone by storm. By 1975, there were ten T.G.I. Friday’s restaurants in eight states. As of today, there are 925 in 47 states and 60 countries!

In 2007, the T.G.I. Friday’s brand celebrated its 42nd birthday, becoming the first national casual dining chain to reach that milestone. As the guests have evolved over time, so has the Friday's brand. Less than three years ago, T.G.I. Friday’s began the revitalization of the T.G.I. Friday’s brand including the redesigning of restaurant exteriors and famous interiors, music format, uniforms, and the introduction of a new menu layout and menu selections. Friday’s® has also embarked on a training program to strengthen and enhance their traditional high energy service style and increased its advertising to boost the restaurant’s presence in the marketplace.
T.G.I. Friday’s strives to provide a great place for great people to do great work by encouraging an environment in which employees have the opportunity to excel. From greeters to servers, barbacks to bussers, managers to executives, all employees have the power to initiate change.

Built upon a legacy of a fun experience and fantastic food and drink, T.G.I. Friday’s restaurants provide an environment where families and individuals alike can have a great experience in 60 countries around the world.