Zhilefang ( The Cheesecake Factory ) has just entered a period of greater attention, and it seems that things have become even sweeter.

The California-based chain restaurant announced solid third-quarter results on Tuesday. Just a few days ago, it became embroiled in a political spat that even surpassed the scale of its signature large portion dishes.

The incident stemmed from remarks made by former President Barack Obama on Saturday. He compared President Donald Trump's renovation of the White House to a Saddam Hussein version of Chili's, and Republicans then seized upon this statement to defend the chain restaurant.

In the midst of this controversy, Zilefang announced quarterly revenue of $1.03 billion, a year-on-year increase of nearly 14%; sales at its restaurants also increased by over 15% year-on-year.

"Zhilefang has long enjoyed a strong brand affinity among consumers of all generations, and its ability to attract young customers further enhances the lasting appeal and relevance of our core brand with the same name."Overton represents.

Company executives did not mention this controversy during the financial report conference call on Tuesday, and the company has also not made any public comments on it yet.

As of September 29, the third quarter of the company's fiscal year 2026, which predates Obama's aforementioned remarks, any potential boost for this chain restaurant due to the current news headlines would likely be just icing on the cake.

"Thank you, Obama."

This "verbal battle" began when Obama mentioned Zilifang during a campaign rally in Cleveland on Saturday while mocking Trump.

Obama said to the crowd on site:"He turned the White House into something that looked like a Zilchafon restaurant run by Saddam Hussein; it was all gold everywhere."He was referring to the new golden decorations and furniture that Trump added to the Oval Office. Obama also said:"Obviously, he wasn't focused on helping you all to reduce prices."

The White House quickly seized upon these remarks, while Republican commentators argued that they demonstrated Obama to be an elitist who is out of touch with the majority of Americans.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent went to a Chipotle restaurant for lunch on Monday and said he ordered his usual French dip cheese burger.

Bessent told Fox Business Channel:"I would suggest that the people from Martha's Vineyard give it a try."He also took the opportunity to mock Obama's taste in design, comparing his newly opened presidential library to"The Tomb of Darth Vader"Mandatory requirements:

Of course, Trump himself also responded to this.

Trump told reporters on Monday:"The current state of the White House is the best it has been since its construction in 1792."He also directly addressed Obama:"You say it resembles Zilefang, and that precisely illustrates why you would make a terrible president."

As for whether Obama and Trump will continue to engage in this confrontation, only time will tell.