All Brands Owned by Dave & Buster's Entertainment

What does Dave & Buster's Entertainment own?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment owns two brands: Dave & Buster's (restaurant and entertainment venues with arcades, sports viewing, and dining) and Main Event Entertainment (bowling, laser tag, and family entertainment venues, acquired in 2022 for approximately $835 million).

Is Dave & Buster's Entertainment publicly traded?
Yes. Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol PLAY. The company has been publicly traded since its initial public offering in 2014. There is no parent company or controlling shareholder.

Who owns Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Dave & Buster's Entertainment is an independent publicly traded corporation with no parent company. The company is owned by institutional investors, mutual funds, and individual shareholders. There is no dual-class share structure or founder control.

Who is the CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment?
Tarun Lal serves as CEO of Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc.

When was Dave & Buster's founded?
Dave & Buster's was founded in 1982 by Dave Corriveau and Buster "James" Corley in Dallas, Texas. Corriveau brought restaurant and bar experience, while Corley contributed expertise in arcade and entertainment operations.

What were Dave & Buster's FY2025 financial results?
For FY2025 (fiscal year ended February 3, 2026), Dave & Buster's reported revenue of $2.1 billion, down 1.4% year over year, with a net loss of $48.7 million ($1.40 per share). Adjusted EBITDA was $436.6 million, down from $506.2 million in FY2024. Comparable store sales decreased 5.0%.

What were Dave & Buster's Q1 FY2026 results?
For Q1 FY2026 (quarter ended May 5, 2026), Dave & Buster's reported revenue of $559.2 million, down 1.5% year over year, with net income of $5.7 million ($0.16 per diluted share). Adjusted EBITDA was $123.2 million with a 22% margin. Comparable store sales decreased 5.4%. The company generated $25.3 million in adjusted free cash flow, an $84 million improvement year over year.

What is Dave & Buster's guidance for FY2026?
Dave & Buster's targets over $100 million in full-year free cash flow for FY2026, with net capital expenditures of $200 million or less. Management has expressed confidence in returning to positive comparable store sales for the remainder of fiscal 2026.