Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Founded in 1979, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen gets its name from its commitment to “scratch-made recipes” made fresh for each order. The Texas-based chain claims to hire twice as many kitchen cooks as other restaurants to achieve its fresh yet timely service.

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen offers traditional American cuisine and introduced a “575 calories and under” menu for customers wanting healthier options, such as grilled baja chicken and lemon pepper whitefish. The chain ranks second in value, with the average guest check coming to only $12.45.