Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE:EAT) is one of the 10 stocks on Jim Cramer’s radar. Year-to-date, EAT’s shares are up by 5%, with a 41% rise since early November. Mizuho maintains an Outperform rating with a $155 share price target. Cramer advised caution in November, suggesting viewers buy and wait.

Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) is struggling in a tough market, according to Jim Cramer. The restaurant industry faces challenges with small price increases not covering costs, leading to underperformance. Cramer highlighted the difficulties faced by well-run companies like Texas Roadhouse and Brinker International, known for hamburgers.

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