Cookie Policy

Last Updated: June 5, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Chuys ("we," "us," or "our"). We operate the website chuys-chichen.click and are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use data related to you. This Cookie Policy forms part of our broader Privacy Policy and explains in detail what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.

Please read this Cookie Policy carefully. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

This policy is governed by applicable United States federal and state laws, including the Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act), and where applicable, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, work more efficiently, and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Chuys) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics). The parties that set these third-party cookies can recognize your computer both when it visits the website in question and also when it visits certain other websites.

2.1 How Do Cookies Work?

When you visit our website for the first time, a cookie is sent from our server to your browser, which then 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 remember your preferences or activities.

Cookies can be categorized based on their duration:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session as you navigate between pages.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually. They are used to remember your preferences for future visits.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

3.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are absolutely necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You may disable these by changing your browser settings, but this may affect how the website functions. Without these cookies, services you have asked for, like online ordering or navigating between pages, cannot be provided.

3.2 Analytics / Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our website and will not be able to monitor its performance.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable 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. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly. Functional cookies help us remember your preferences, such as your preferred language or region, so we can personalize your experience on return visits.

3.4 Advertising / Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our website by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising. These cookies help ensure that the ads you see online are more relevant to you and your interests.

4. Specific Cookies We Use

The table below provides detailed information about the specific cookies used on our website, including their name, purpose, type, and duration:

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. Used to distinguish users. Analytics 2 Years
_gid Google Analytics Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. Used to distinguish users on a daily basis. 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 for experimenting with advertisement efficiency across websites using their services. Stores and tracks conversions. 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. Advertising 3 Months
PHPSESSID Chuys (First Party) Preserves user session state across page requests. Keeps your session active while you browse the site. Essential Session
cookieconsent_status Chuys (First Party) Stores the user's cookie consent status to remember whether the user has accepted or declined the use of cookies. Essential 1 Year
cart_session Chuys (First Party) Remembers items added to the shopping cart or order basket so your selections are preserved during your visit. Functional Session
user_preferences Chuys (First Party) Stores user preferences such as location, language, or dietary preferences to personalize the browsing experience. Functional 6 Months
_gac_ Google Ads Contains campaign related information. If you have linked your Google Analytics and Google Ads accounts, Google Ads website conversion tags will read this cookie. Advertising 90 Days

5. Third-Party Cookies and Services

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website, deliver advertisements on and through the website, and so on. These third-party services include but are not limited to:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to analyze how users use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of the website, including your IP address. This information is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google uses this information to evaluate your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google's behalf.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5.2 Google Ads

We use Google Ads to serve advertisements to users who have previously visited our website. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to our website. You can opt out of Google's use of cookies by visiting Google's Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.

5.3 Facebook / Meta Pixel

Our website may use the Facebook Pixel, a tool provided by Meta Platforms, Inc., which allows us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising by understanding the actions people take on our website. The Facebook Pixel uses cookies to track conversions and target ads to users who have visited our website. You can opt out of Facebook's use of cookies for advertising purposes by visiting: https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences

6. How to Manage and Disable Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through the browser settings. The following links provide instructions on how to manage cookies in the most commonly used browsers:

6.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of interest-based advertising and tracking by using the following industry opt-out tools:

6.3 Mobile Device Settings

If you use a mobile device, you can manage cookies and tracking through your device's privacy settings. On iOS devices, go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking. On Android devices, go to Settings > Privacy > Ads.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please be aware that restricting or disabling cookies may impact the functionality of our website. Specifically:

Cookie Type Disabled Potential Impact
Essential Cookies The website may not function properly. You may not be able to navigate between pages, complete orders, or access secure areas of the site.
Analytics Cookies We will not be able to track your visit or understand how you use our website, which limits our ability to improve the site experience.
Functional Cookies Your preferences such as language, location, and dietary filters may not be saved between visits, resulting in a less personalized experience.
Advertising Cookies You will still see advertisements, but they will be less relevant to your interests. You may see ads more frequently or the same ads repeatedly.

We recommend keeping essential and functional cookies enabled for the best experience on our website. You can selectively disable analytics and advertising cookies without significantly impacting the core functionality of our site.

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no uniform standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals, and we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can use the range of other tools we provide to control data collection and use, including the opt-out options described in this Cookie Policy.

9. Your California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). These include the right to:

  • Know what personal information is being collected about you through cookies and tracking technologies
  • Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed and to whom
  • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information
  • Request deletion of your personal information collected through cookies
  • Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13 through cookies, please contact us immediately using the contact information below so that we can take appropriate action.

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable laws, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy that affect how we collect or use your personal information, we will notify you by posting a prominent notice on our website prior to the changes taking effect.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us using the information below:

Chuys

We will respond to your inquiry as soon as reasonably possible and within any timeframes required by applicable law.