Founded in May 1977, Chuck E. Cheese's consists of over 500 entertainment centers in 48 states and 6 countries. The firm is a part of CEC Entertainment Inc., one of the leaders in family dining and entertainment. Incorporated in Kansas in 1980, CEC Entertainment Inc.'s operating segment includes family dining and entertainment center. Based in Austin, Texas, it develops, operates and franchises family dining and entertainment centers under the name Chuck E. Cheese in 48 states and six foreign countries or territories. Chuck E. Cheese's stores feature musical and comic entertainment by robotic and animated characters, arcade-style and skill-oriented games, video games, rides and other activities to appeal its primary customer base of families with children between two and 12 years of age. All of its stores offer dining selections consisting of a variety of beverages, pizzas, sandwiches, appetizers, a salad bar and desserts.