HOUSTON – While restaurant chains like Pluckers, Torchy’s Tacos and Whataburger make their origins well know, there are other Texas treasures that aren’t as loud and proud.
Dating as far back as 1975, some of the most recognizable restaurants have suppressed its history of being found in the Lone Star State.
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Here are seven restaurant chains you may not have known originated in Texas:
Chili’s
Established in 1975 in Dallas
Fuddruckers
Established in 1979 in Houston
La Madeleine
Established in 1983 in Dallas
Maggiano’s Little Italy
Established in 1991 in Dallas
Pei Wei
Established in 2000 in Irving
Perry’s Steakhouse
Established in 1979 in Houston
Wingstop
Established in 1994 in Garland