Cheddar s Casual Caf is an American-style chain of restaurants, which was opened in 1978. The restaurant serves various appetizers, such as quesadillas, onion rings, mozzarella cheese sticks, nachos and cheese fries. Its specialties include chicken tenders, lemon pepper chicken, grilled chicken Alfredo and baked spasagna. The restaurant additionally serves mushroom, smokehouse and pepper burgers. It offers special meals for children that include grilled cheese sandwiches and pasta. Cheddar s Casual Caf also serves a variety of soups, salads, steaks, burgers, sandwiches and desserts. It provides gift cards of several denominations for holidays, birthdays and other special occasions. Cheddar s Casual Caf has a presence in Dallas.