Cookie Policy

Effective Date: May 22, 2026  |  Last Updated: May 22, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to chuys-meal.rest, the official website of Chuys. We are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use to operate and improve our website and services. This Cookie Policy is designed to help you understand what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we place on your device, and how you can control or delete them.

This policy applies to all pages and services available through chuys-meal.rest. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service, which together govern how we collect, process, and protect your information.

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of tracking technologies, you may contact us at any time using the details provided at the end of this document.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better and more personalized user experience, and to provide reporting and analytics information to site operators.

Cookies are stored on your device either temporarily (for the duration of your browser session) or for a defined period of time. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences, login status, or items in a shopping cart.

Cookies are not harmful programs. They cannot access other files on your device, carry viruses, or execute programs. However, they can store personal data or be used to build a profile of your browsing behavior.

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit chuys-meal.rest, our web server sends a small text file (cookie) to your browser, which stores it on your device. The next time you visit our site, your browser sends the cookie back to our server, allowing us to recognize you and your preferences. Some cookies are set directly by us (first-party cookies), while others are set by third-party services we use (third-party cookies).

2.2 Similar Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may also use other similar tracking technologies, including:

  • Web beacons (pixel tags): Tiny invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether a page has been viewed or an email has been opened.
  • Local Storage: A browser feature that allows websites to store data on your device without an expiry date.
  • Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is cleared when your browser session ends.
  • Fingerprinting: A technique that collects information about your browser and device settings to create a unique identifier.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several categories of cookies on chuys-meal.rest. Each category serves a distinct purpose, as described below.

3.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential cookies do not store personally identifiable information. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You may disable these cookies by changing your browser settings, but doing so may affect how the website functions.

3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with chuys-meal.rest. They collect information such as which pages are most visited, how long users stay on the site, where visitors come from, and whether they encounter any error messages. This data is aggregated and anonymized, meaning it does not directly identify individual users.

We use these insights to improve the performance and content of our website, making it a better experience for all users. The primary analytics tool we use is Google Analytics, provided by Google LLC.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. These cookies remember choices you make, such as your preferred language, your location, your font size preferences, or any customizations you have made to the website layout.

If you disable these cookies, some or all of these enhanced features may not function correctly.

3.4 Advertising and Targeting Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies remember that you have visited a website and this information may be shared with other organizations, such as advertisers.

We use tools such as Google Ads and may integrate with platforms such as Facebook (Meta) for remarketing purposes. These third-party services operate under their own privacy and cookie policies.

4. Specific Cookies Used on chuys-meal.rest

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies placed on your device when you visit our website. This includes the cookie name, its purpose, its type, and how long it remains on your device.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Type Duration
_ga Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to store and update a unique value for each page visited. Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits the collection of data on high-traffic sites. Analytics 1 minute
_gcl_au Google Ads Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions from Google Ads. Advertising 3 months
_fbp Facebook (Meta) Used by Facebook to deliver a series of advertisement products such as real-time bidding from third-party advertisers. Identifies browsers for the purposes of providing advertising services. Advertising 3 months
cookieconsent_status chuys-meal.rest Stores the user's cookie consent preferences. Remembers whether the user has accepted, declined, or customized cookie settings. Essential 1 year
PHPSESSID chuys-meal.rest Maintains user session state across page requests. Essential for login functionality and shopping cart features. Essential Session
csrf_token chuys-meal.rest A security cookie used to prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. Ensures that form submissions originate from our website. Essential Session
user_preferences chuys-meal.rest Stores user preferences such as language selection, preferred menu categories, and accessibility settings. Functional 6 months
cart_session chuys-meal.rest Retains items added to the order cart between sessions, allowing users to return to an incomplete order. Functional 7 days
location_data chuys-meal.rest Stores a user's preferred restaurant location or delivery address to streamline the ordering process on return visits. Functional 30 days
_ga_[ID] Google Analytics 4 Used to persist session state across Google Analytics 4 (GA4). Collects data on website engagement and user behavior in an aggregated form. Analytics 2 years

Note: This list may not be exhaustive. New cookies may be introduced as we update our website or add new third-party services. We will update this table accordingly.

5. Third-Party Cookies and Services

Our website integrates with several third-party platforms and services that may place their own cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing each provider's cookie policy for full details.

5.1 Google LLC

We use Google Analytics and Google Ads to measure website traffic and to serve targeted advertising. Google may use the data collected to contextualize and personalize ads within its own advertising network. Google operates under its own Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5.2 Meta (Facebook)

We may use the Facebook Pixel to track conversions from Facebook advertisements, optimize ads based on collected data, build targeted audiences, and remarket to people who have visited our website. Meta operates under its own Privacy Policy. You can manage your Facebook ad preferences through the Facebook Ad Preferences page.

5.3 Other Third Parties

From time to time, we may integrate other third-party tools, plugins, or widgets (such as social media sharing buttons, embedded maps, or online ordering platforms) that may set their own cookies. These cookies are governed by the respective third parties' policies, not ours.

6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

As a business operating in the United States, our cookie practices are governed by applicable federal and state laws, including:

  • The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act: Which requires honest and transparent practices regarding data collection and advertising.
  • The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA): Which grants California residents specific rights regarding their personal data, including the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
  • The CAN-SPAM Act and COPPA: Where applicable to communications and child privacy.

For users in California, advertising cookies used for cross-context behavioral advertising may constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under the CPRA. You have the right to opt out of such sharing. See Section 7 below for details on how to exercise this right.

7. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have several options available to manage, limit, or disable cookies. Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality and user experience of chuys-meal.rest.

7.1 Browser Settings

Most modern web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are links to instructions for the most commonly used browsers:

7.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can use the following third-party opt-out tools to prevent specific companies from collecting your data:

7.3 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked across third-party websites. Our website currently does not respond to DNT signals in a standardized way, as there is no universally accepted technical standard for this signal. However, you can use the opt-out tools listed above to limit tracking.

7.4 California Residents – CCPA/CPRA Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information as defined under the CPRA. To exercise this right, you may:

  • Email us at [email protected] with the subject line "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information"
  • Use the opt-out tools listed in Section 7.2 to prevent third-party advertising cookies

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you are free to disable or restrict cookies at any time, doing so may affect your experience on chuys-meal.rest. Below is a summary of potential impacts:

Cookie Type Impact of Disabling
Essential Cookies Core website functions such as login, cart management, and form submissions may not work correctly. Some pages may be inaccessible.
Analytics Cookies We will be unable to understand how visitors use the site and will have limited ability to improve website performance and content. No impact on your direct experience.
Functional Cookies Personalization features such as saved preferences, preferred location, and language settings will not be retained between sessions.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see the same ads more frequently.

9. Cookie Consent

When you first visit chuys-meal.rest, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, decline, or customize your cookie preferences. Your choice will be stored in a cookie so that we can honor your preferences on future visits.

You may update or withdraw your consent at any time by:

  • Adjusting your browser settings as described in Section 7.1
  • Using the opt-out links provided in Section 7.2
  • Contacting us directly at [email protected]

Please note that withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of any processing that was carried out prior to your withdrawal.

10. Data Retention

The duration for which cookies are stored on your device varies depending on the type of cookie. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for the period specified in the cookies table in Section 4, or until you delete them manually.

Even after a cookie expires or is deleted, we may retain certain aggregated and anonymized analytics data in our internal systems for up to 26 months for reporting and business improvement purposes.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data through cookie-based tracking, please contact us at [email protected] and we will take prompt steps to delete such information.

12. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through a notice on our website or via email.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. Your continued use of chuys-meal.rest after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Contact Information — Chuys

We aim to respond to all privacy and cookie-related inquiries within 30 business days. For urgent matters, please include "Cookie Policy Inquiry" in the subject line of your email to ensure prompt handling.