(Irvine, CA) March 13, 2019 – Beginning March 13, The Habit Burger Grill (Nasdaq:HABT), the Irvine, CA-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers, introduces the new delicious – make that, delizioso – chargrilled Italian Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich, available for a limited time.

With bold flavors layered in between grilled, hand-rolled ciabatta bread, The Habit’s fresh, perfectly seasoned chargrilled chicken breast is stacked with shaved genoa salami, melted provolone cheese, sliced tomatoes, and wild arugula drizzled in a balsamic vinaigrette. Then finished with a rich, creamy homemade basil pesto aioli that adds a burst of freshness.

“This sandwich layers authentic Italian flavors – Genoa salami, provolone, ciabatta bread, pesto and balsamic – to showcase our fresh take on a Mediterranean classic,” says chef Adam Baird, The Habit’s vice president of food and beverage. “This is the kind of quality and culinary variety our guests have come to expect from The Habit, and this sandwich delivers with handcrafted Italian flavor.”

Better burgers are just the beginning at The Habit where the menu also includes hand-cut salads, grilled sandwiches including line-caught, sushi grade ahi tuna, fresh chicken, and hand-filleted marinated grilled tri-tip, and sides including onion rings, sweet potato and French fries, and tempura green beans. Guests can choose from a variety of peppers, lemons, limes, and sauces at a complimentary condiment bar to customize the flavor of their meal.

The Habit is known for its award-winning Charburger which features 100% fresh, never frozen ground beef grilled over an open flame and topped with melted cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, fresh tomato, crisp lettuce, and mayo served on a toasted bun. Their restaurants have been serving the Best Tasting Burger in America exactly this way since the first Habit opened in 1969.

Connect with The Habit on social media at facebook.com/habitburger, instagram.com/habitburgergrill, twitter.com/habitburger and youtube.com/habittube.

About The Habit Restaurants, Inc.
The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches featuring USDA choice tri-tip steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh made-to-order salads and an appealing selection of sides, shakes and malts. The Habit was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America’s leading consumer magazines. The first Habit opened in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. The Habit has since grown to over 250 restaurants in 11 states throughout California, Arizona, Utah, New Jersey, Florida, Idaho, Virginia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington and Maryland as well as four international locations. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.

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Twelve restaurants to host fundraiser on Feb. 21 to benefit Run to Fight Children’s Cancer

CHANDLER, Ariz. (Feb. 12, 2019) – On Feb. 21, The Habit Burger Grill (Nasdaq: HABT) will fire up the fight against pediatric cancer with an all-day, statewide fundraiser at 12 restaurants – all in the name of helping Arizona families affected by the disease.

The Habit Burger Grill, home of the award-winning Charburger, will donate 20 percent of sales from guests who present a flyer* at restaurants in greater Phoenix, Tucson and Flagstaff. The proceeds are earmarked for Children’s Cancer Network’s Run to Fight Children’s Cancer, Arizona’s largest race dedicated solely to pediatric cancer. It’s the second year that The Habit has partnered with Children’s Cancer Network in the battle against childhood cancer.

“Giving back to the communities we serve is a vital part of our mission at The Habit Burger Grill,” said Chepe Valdez, Habit Burger Grill district manager in Arizona. “We are thrilled to help children and families facing childhood cancer and hope to help ease their burden.”

This fundraiser includes a friendly – though competitive – challenge. Past and present race starters for the Run to Fight Children’s Cancer, along with other cancer families and supporters, will each be aligned with one of The Habit’s 12 participating locations. Families will compete to raise the most money at their designated location – one delicious Charburger at a time.

“We are so grateful for The Habit’s generosity and support in raising much-needed funds for research, new treatments, patient education and other services for our families,” said Patti Luttrell, executive director of Children’s Cancer Network. “We have a long way to go in finding a cure, but partners like The Habit Burger Grill are helping us get one step closer.”

The fundraiser will support the 9th Annual Run to Fight Children’s Cancer, which will take place on Saturday, March 16. Presented by Children’s Cancer Network and hosted at Grand Canyon University in west Phoenix, the event features a 10K run, a 5K run/walk, and a quarter-mile Cancer Survivors Walk to honor children who have beaten cancer, the kids who are still fighting, and those who have lost their battle with the disease.

An estimated 15,270 adolescents and children ages 19 and younger were diagnosed with cancer in 2017, according to the National Cancer Institute. Moreover, the number of childhood cancer survivors tops an estimated 420,000, and more than 60 percent of survivors experience chronic and even life-threatening secondary effects from toxic cancer treatments. Still, childhood cancer is the most overlooked and underfunded category of all cancer research.

Since its inception, the Run to Fight Children’s Cancer has raised nearly $600,000. All proceeds stay in Arizona and directly benefit families through Children’s Cancer Network and Phoenix Children’s Hospital. For more information, to register for the race, or to learn about fundraising opportunities, go to runtofightcancer.com or visit Run to Fight Children’s Cancer on Facebook.

The Habit’s participating restaurants are located in Chandler, Gilbert, South Tempe, Midtown Phoenix, Central Phoenix, North Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Glendale, Avondale, Tucson and Flagstaff. For addresses and hours of operation, visit habitburger.com.

*Flyer can be found at https://www.habitburger.com/arizona

About Children’s Cancer Network
Children’s Cancer Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping Arizona families dealing with childhood cancer. Established in 2004, the organization lends financial support to families, promotes patient and family education about cancer-related issues, and sponsors activities that build the self-esteem of childhood cancer patients and their siblings. Children’s Cancer Network is committed to helping children and families dealing with the stressful and uncertain times that begin with initial diagnosis and often continue for years thereafter. Visit childrenscancernetwork.org for more information.

About The Habit Restaurants, Inc.
The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches featuring USDA choice tri-tip steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh made-to-order salads and an appealing selection of sides, shakes and malts. The Habit was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America’s leading consumer magazines. The first Habit opened in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. The Habit has since grown to over 250 restaurants in 11 states throughout California, Arizona, Utah, New Jersey, Florida, Idaho, Virginia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington and Maryland as well as four international locations. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.
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(Diamond Bar, CA) February 19, 2019 – Burger fans shouldn’t fear missing out on special events at the new Habit Burger Grill with a drive-thru opening in Diamond Bar at 257 South Diamond Bar Boulevard. It’s easy to be in the know – join The Habit’s CharClub! Members of the The Habit Burger’s CharClub will be treated to exclusive food specials before the restaurant opens on February 20.

Local CharClub members will receive an exclusive invitation to enjoy one of our pre-opening events before the store’s grand opening, including:

▪ Free Burger Day: The first 200 guests in line will receive a free award-winning Charburger, fries and a drink.
▪ Free Habit Day: The first 200 guests in line will receive a delicious chargrilled meal from one of our preset menus.

To join the CharClub, guests can visit https://www.habitburger.com/diamondbar to sign up and receive an invitation.

As part of The Habit Burger Grill’s commitment to the community, all are welcome to join in a fundraising event on Sunday, February 17, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., supporting Diamond Bar High School with 100% of the proceeds going back to the school.

The more than 2,700-square-foot Habit restaurant seats 50 people with additional patio seating for 18 people. The restaurant will be open Sunday – Thursday, 10:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. with the drive-thru remaining open until 11:00 p.m. and Friday – Saturday 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. with the drive-thru remaining open until midnight.

Better burgers are just the beginning at The Habit where the menu also includes hand-cut salads, grilled sandwiches including line-caught, sushi grade ahi tuna, fresh chicken, and hand-filleted marinated grilled tri-tip, and sides including onion rings, sweet potato and French fries, and tempura green beans. Guests can choose from a variety of peppers, lemons, limes, and sauces at a complimentary condiment bar to customize the flavor of their meal.

The Habit is known for its award-winning Charburger which features 100% fresh, never frozen ground beef grilled over an open flame and topped with melted cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, fresh tomato, crisp lettuce, and mayo served on a toasted bun. Their restaurants have been serving the Best Tasting Burger in America exactly this way since the first Habit opened in 1969.

Connect with The Habit on social media at facebook.com/habitburger, instagram.com/habitburgergrill, twitter.com/habitburger and youtube.com/habittube.

About The Habit Restaurants, Inc.
The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches featuring USDA choice tri-tip steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh made-to-order salads and an appealing selection of sides, shakes and malts. The Habit was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America’s leading consumer magazines. The first Habit opened in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. The Habit has since grown to over 250 restaurants in 11 states throughout California, Arizona, Utah, New Jersey, Florida, Idaho, Virginia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington and Maryland as well as four international locations. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.

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(Irvine, CA) January 23, 2019 – Beginning January 23, The Habit Burger Grill (Nasdaq:HABT), the Irvine based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers, introduces a new flavor-filled salad, the Southwest BBQ Chicken Salad, as a permanent addition to their menu.

The Habit’s new Southwest BBQ Chicken Salad serves up a perfectly seasoned chargrilled chicken breast atop a bed of hand-cut fresh garden greens with fire-roasted corn, pickled red onions, diced tomatoes, hickory-smoked bacon, and crumbled feta cheese, all tossed in a cilantro lime ranch dressing and topped with a smoky ancho chili BBQ sauce, both made in-house.

“In the new year, we strive to craft delicious entrees that will be sure to satisfy all of our fans’ cravings. Our new Southwest BBQ Chicken Salad is made with a mix of bold, fresh flavors, that pack quality taste in every bite,” says chef Adam Baird, The Habit’s vice president of food and beverage. “The combination of our house-made cilantro lime ranch dressing, with our zesty ancho chili BBQ sauce, takes our chargrilled chicken salad to the next level and will make a great addition to our menu.”

Better burgers are just the beginning at The Habit where the menu also includes hand-cut salads, grilled sandwiches including line-caught, sushi grade ahi tuna, fresh chicken, and hand-filleted marinated grilled tri-tip, and sides including onion rings, sweet potato and French fries, and tempura green beans. Guests can choose from a variety of peppers, lemons, limes, and sauces at a complimentary condiment bar to customize the flavor of their meal.

The Habit is known for its award-winning Charburger which features 100% fresh, never frozen ground beef grilled over an open flame and topped with melted cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, fresh tomato, crisp lettuce, and mayo served on a toasted bun. Their restaurants have been serving the Best Tasting Burger in America exactly this way since the first Habit opened in 1969.

Connect with The Habit on social media at facebook.com/habitburger, instagram.com/habitburgergrill, twitter.com/habitburger and youtube.com/habittube.

About The Habit Restaurants, Inc.
The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches featuring USDA choice tri-tip steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh made-to-order salads and an appealing selection of sides, shakes and malts. The Habit was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America’s leading consumer magazines. The first Habit opened in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. The Habit has since grown to over 250 restaurants in 11 states throughout California, Arizona, Utah, New Jersey, Florida, Idaho, Virginia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington and Maryland as well as four international locations. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.

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(Escondido, CA) January 3, 2019 – Burger fans shouldn’t fear missing out on special events at the new Habit Burger Grill with a drive-thru opening in Escondido at 720 N. Centre City Parkway, at the Centre City Shopping Center. It’s easy to be in the know – join The Habit’s CharClub! Members of the The Habit Burger’s CharClub will be treated to exclusive food specials before the restaurant opens on January 9.

Local CharClub members will receive an exclusive invitation to enjoy one of our pre-opening events before the store’s grand opening, including:

▪ Free Burger Day: The first 200 guests in line will receive a free award-winning Charburger, fries and a drink.
▪ Free Habit Day: The first 200 guests in line will receive a delicious chargrilled meal from one of our preset menus.

To join the CharClub, guests can visit https://www.habitburger.com/escondido/ to sign up and receive an invitation.

As part of The Habit Burger Grill’s commitment to the community, all are welcome to join in a fundraising event on Sunday, January 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., supporting the Escondido High School with 100% of the proceeds going back to the organization.

The restaurant will be open Monday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. with the drive-thru remaining open until midnight and Sunday, 10:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. with the drive-thru remaining open until 11:00 p.m.

Better burgers are just the beginning at The Habit where the menu also includes hand-cut salads, grilled sandwiches including line-caught, sushi grade ahi tuna, fresh chicken, and hand-filleted marinated grilled tri-tip, and sides including onion rings, sweet potato and French fries, and tempura green beans. Guests can choose from a variety of peppers, lemons, limes, and sauces at a complimentary condiment bar to customize the flavor of their meal.

The Habit is known for its award-winning Charburger which features 100% fresh, never frozen ground beef grilled over an open flame and topped with melted cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, fresh tomato, crisp lettuce, and mayo served on a toasted bun. Their restaurants have been serving the Best Tasting Burger in America exactly this way since the first Habit opened in 1969.

Connect with The Habit on social media at facebook.com/habitburger, instagram.com/habitburgergrill, twitter.com/habitburger and youtube.com/habittube.

About The Habit Restaurants, Inc.
The Habit Burger Grill is a burger-centric, fast casual restaurant concept that specializes in preparing fresh, made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches featuring USDA choice tri-tip steak, grilled chicken and sushi-grade ahi tuna cooked over an open flame. In addition, it features fresh made-to-order salads and an appealing selection of sides, shakes and malts. The Habit was named the “best tasting burger in America” in July 2014 in a comprehensive survey conducted by one of America’s leading consumer magazines. The first Habit opened in Santa Barbara, California in 1969. The Habit has since grown to over 240 restaurants in 11 states throughout California, Arizona, Utah, New Jersey, Florida, Idaho, Virginia, Nevada, Pennsylvania, Washington and Maryland as well as four international locations. More information is available at www.habitburger.com.

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