Ali Chunara made his first big move with Checkers in 2004 — an 8-store acquisition that set the tone for the Chunara operating model. Two decades later, Checkers remains a foundational brand in the network, run day-to-day by long-time partners like Barkat Samnani (BS Enterprises) and Raul Mar (Mar Food Group).
Checkers Drive-In Restaurants, Inc. is one of the largest chains of double drive-thru restaurants in the United States, operating in 28 states and DC. Founded in Mobile, Alabama in 1986, the brand merged with Rally’s in 1999 and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida.