BJ’S RESTAURANTS, INC. PROVIDES BUSINESS UPDATE - Seite 2

"We believe the combination of these actions positions us well to manage the near term volatility presented by current market conditions," commented Greg Levin, President and CFO. “In a scenario where all of our restaurants are closed, we estimate that our ongoing weekly operating costs would be approximately $5 million based on current assumptions which include complete retention of our restaurant management, field operations and support teams. BJ’s has always been a leader in average unit volumes with a broad and flexible menu that travels well. As such, our objective is to extend our ability to fund the business by generating incremental cash flow through efficiently operating our restaurants at reduced off premise sales levels.”

Trojan concluded, “As we rapidly adjust to day-to-day changes, I join the executive leadership team in thanking our restaurant and operating teams for their unique ability to deliver BJ’s gold standard level of guest service and find new ways to support the needs of the people in the communities where we operate regardless of the circumstances. We stand by each one of our team members and loyal guests and look forward to resuming normal operations as conditions permit.”

About BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.

BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. (“BJ’s”) is a national brand with brewhouse roots and a menu where craft matters. BJ’s broad menu with over 140 offerings has something for everyone: slow-roasted entrees like prime rib, BJ’s EnLIGHTened Entrees including Cherry Chipotle Glazed Salmon, signature deep dish pizza and the often imitated, but never replicated world-famous Pizookie dessert. BJ’s has been a pioneer in the craft brewing world since 1996, and takes pride in serving BJ’s award-winning proprietary handcrafted beers, brewed at its brewing operations in five states and by independent third-party craft brewers. The BJ’s experience offers high-quality ingredients, bold flavors, moderate prices, sincere service and a cool, contemporary atmosphere. Founded in 1978, BJ’s owns and operates 209 casual dining restaurants. All restaurants offer dine-in, take-out, delivery and large party catering. BJ’s restaurants are located in 29 states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Washington. For more BJ’s information, visit http://www.bjsrestaurants.com.