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Chuck E. Cheese's

Leadership

Scott Drake named CEO of Chuck E. Cheese owner CEC Entertainment

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 03, 2026

David McKillips, who had led the company for six years, is stepping down. Drake had been the company’s chief financial officer.

Emerging Brands

Chuck E. Cheese debuts a new arcade concept for adults who want to be kids

 By Heather Lalley on Jul. 01, 2025

The food-and-games chain, known for its “where a kid can be a kid” motto, has opened 10 Chuck’s Arcade locations in shopping malls in eight states, with more to come.

Financing

Chuck E. Cheese's owner has some problems with the bond market

By Jonathan Maze on Mar. 31, 2025

The Bottom Line: CEC Entertainment is reportedly having a tough time getting investors on a $660 million bond offering. That's disconcerting news for the restaurant industry.

Leadership

Under David McKillips, the 'E' in Chuck E. Cheese might as well stand for 'experiment'

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 12, 2024

The former theme park and Mad magazine executive has left little unchanged since assuming responsibility for the family favorite at a low point in its history.

Operations

Chuck E. Cheese offers subscription plan for families seeking value

By Lisa Jennings on Aug. 12, 2024

A year-round national Fun Pass offers games and food-and-drink discounts at various tiers for a monthly fee.

Marketing

Chuck E. Cheese tests a membership program

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 04, 2024

The three-tiered program starts at $7.99 a month and offers families a weekly ration of gaming tokens and tickets, plus discounts on food.

Food

Chuck E. Cheese's 'Grown-Up Menu' is the latest piece of a brand refresh

By Patricia Cobe on Jan. 03, 2024

Behind the Menu: The eatertainment chain aims to enhance the experience for all family members at its venues, and food is a big part of the upgrade.

Financing

Chuck E. Cheese is apparently on the market

By Jonathan Maze on Dec. 18, 2023

The food-and-games chain, which also owns Peter Piper, is reportedly exploring a sale, three years after it emerged from bankruptcy.

Food

The Chuck E. Cheese menu grows up

By Patricia Cobe on Dec. 18, 2023

Parents who bring their kids to the eatertainment concept have to eat too, and now there’s more pizza, wings, meatballs and desserts geared to grownup tastes.

Marketing

Chuck E. Cheese is taking over part of a water park

By Jonathan Maze on Oct. 17, 2023

The eatertainment concept has struck a licensing deal to create a new branded area at a Sacramento water park.

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