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Risks Related to Our Business Changes in consumer discretionary spending and general economic conditions could reduce sales at our stores and have an adverse effect on our financial results. The recent disruptions in the financial markets may adversely affect the availability and cost of credit and compromise our ability to maintain adequate insurance coverage. We may not be successful in the implementation of our business development strategies. We may incur significant costs in connection with our business development strategies. We are subject to competition in both the restaurant and entertainment industries. We are dependent on the service of certain key personnel. We may experience an increase in food, labor and other operating costs. Changes in consumers health, nutrition and dietary preferences could adversely affect our financial results. Negative publicity concerning food quality, health, safety or other issues could adversely affect our financial results. We are subject to risks from disruption of our commodity distribution system. Our procurement of games and rides is dependant upon a few global providers. Our stores may be adversely affected by local conditions, events and natural disasters. Our business is highly seasonal and quarterly results may fluctuate significantly as a result of this seasonality. Unanticipated conditions in foreign markets may adversely affect our ability to operate effectively in those markets. We are subject to risks in connection with owning and leasing real estate. We may not be able to adequately protect our trademarks or other proprietary rights. We are subject to various government regulations which may adversely affect our operations and financial performance. We face litigation risks from customers, employees, franchisees and other third parties in the ordinary course of business. We face risks with respect to product liability claims and product recalls. We are dependent on certain information technology systems and technologies which may be compromised. Our application of and changes in financial accounting standards or interpretations of existing standards could affect our reported results of operations. Risks Related to Our Common Stock A failure to establish, maintain and apply adequate internal control over financial reporting could have a material adverse affect on our business and/or market valuation of our common stock.

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