Bonefish Grill Recognized by 2010 ZAGAT Survey

"FRESH FISH EXPERT AWARDED IN EIGHT CATEGORIES"

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Aug 24, 2010, 12:00 ET

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Bonefish Grill, the polished casual restaurant best known for its big-city bar and market-fresh fish, took four top honors in the 2010 ZAGAT Survey of National Chain Restaurants, including Top Food and Top Service in the full service category. The "fresh fish expert" also reeled in Best Seafood and Top Healthy Options and was recognized as Most Popular, Top Facilities, Best Appetizers and Best Desserts in the full service category.

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"It is an honor to be recognized by the world's most trusted source for consumer-generated survey information," said Tim Curci, Founder and creative force behind Bonefish Grill's innovation. "In our eyes, our guests are the most important critics we aim to please, and we thank them for ranking us among the top in ZAGAT's latest survey."

More than 6,500 ZAGAT.com diners participated in the survey and weighed in on the quality of Food, Facilities and Service using ZAGAT's signature 30- point scale across 136 U.S. establishments.

"Our people strive to deliver the best, from evolving culinary options and innovative, bar-fresh cocktails to a guest experience that is special each visit," said John Cooper, President of Bonefish Grill. "Every one of our restaurants is unique. Each takes pride in doing things differently and serving its local community. It is fulfilling to be recognized by our guests for food and service excellence. We thank our Partners and all of our Anglers who remain committed to delivering only the best experience with each and every guest."

For more information, visit www.zagat.com/fastfood.

About Bonefish Grill

As the "Fresh Fish Experts," Bonefish Grill specializes in market-fresh fish and other wood-grilled specialties. Knowledgeable and attentive Bonefish Grill Anglers (our service staff) provide the best in what we like to call "chef's coat service." Our Anglers pride themselves on guiding our guests' journey through our innovative, seasonal menu and specials, which feature only the highest-quality, freshest ingredients, including traditional and unique varieties of fish and seafood as well as numerous non-seafood items. We combine this with a big city bar that offers bar fresh cocktails and an affordable, interesting wine list.

Recently named "Best Seafood" and "Top Service" category winner in the 2010 ZAGAT Survey of National Chain Restaurants and "Best Seafood Restaurant in the Nation" by a leading consumer product guide, Bonefish Grill has locations across the country and prides itself on the local feel of each restaurant. For more information on Bonefish Grill, visit www.bonefishgrill.com, facebook.com/BonefishGrill or follow us on Twitter via @bonefishgrill.

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