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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. reports news as a full-service casual dining restaurant chain operating through Red Robin International, Inc. under the Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews trade name. Updates commonly cover quarterly results, comparable restaurant revenue, restaurant traffic, franchise activity, menu launches, value platforms such as Big YUMMM Deals, and the Red Robin Royalty loyalty program.
Red Robin news also includes capital actions, leadership changes, and execution of the company’s First Choice strategic plan, including pricing, labor efficiency, marketing, guest experience, and balance-sheet initiatives. The company serves burgers, salads, appetizers, entrées, desserts, beverages, and Donatos pizza at select locations, with ordering channels for dine-in, to-go, delivery, and catering.
Red Robin (NASDAQ:RRGB) announced completion of the substantial majority of its previously disclosed refranchising transactions, selling 108 company-owned restaurants across three deals for approximately $89.4 million in gross proceeds. A further eight units tied to liquor license transfers are expected to close by fiscal year 2026 year-end for about $6.6 million, bringing total anticipated proceeds from 116 restaurants to roughly $96 million.
The buyers are multi-unit operators: Op Burgers acquiring 69 restaurants in eight states for $62.5 million (61 already closed), Kuber acquiring 17 units in Oregon and Washington for $10 million, and Evergreen Dining acquiring 30 restaurants in Washington and Western Idaho for $23.5 million. According to Red Robin, it plans to use net proceeds to pay down debt, support refinancing under its First Choice Plan, and reinvest in restaurants and technology.
Red Robin (NASDAQ: RRGB) announced a September 2026 partnership with The Faris Foundation during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. From Sept. 1–30, 2026, 10 cents from every kids’ meal purchased at participating U.S. Red Robin restaurants will be donated to support the foundation’s mission.
According to Red Robin, funds will back pediatric cancer research, hospital-based creative arts programs and Good JuJu care packages for children with cancer. Guests placing online orders via redrobin.com or the Red Robin app can also add a voluntary donation throughout September.
Red Robin (NASDAQ: RRGB) reported fiscal Q2 2026 results for the twelve weeks ended July 12, 2026, with total revenues of $277.6 million versus $283.7 million a year earlier and diluted EPS of $0.02 compared to $0.21.
Comparable restaurant revenue rose 1.3%, driven by a 1.5% increase in average guest check and a 0.2% decline in traffic. Restaurant-level operating profit margin improved to 14.7%, up 20 basis points year over year, the strongest second-quarter margin since 2022. Adjusted EBITDA was $18.9 million, down from $22.4 million.
The company announced three refranchising agreements to sell 116 company-owned restaurants, expected to generate $96 million of gross proceeds in Q3, pending customary conditions. As of quarter-end, Red Robin reported credit facility borrowings of $167.2 million and liquidity of approximately $47.8 million, and reaffirmed its 2026 guidance, including adjusted EBITDA of $70–$73 million.
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (NASDAQ:RRGB) announced it will appoint Scott Hudler as chief marketing officer, with his transition beginning September 8, 2026. He will succeed Russ Klein, who has served as interim CMO since April 2025 and will remain in a consultative role through the end of 2026.
According to the company, Hudler brings more than 25 years of restaurant and retail marketing experience, including senior roles at Whataburger, Torchy's Tacos, DICK'S Sporting Goods, Dunkin' Brands, Mars and Popeyes. As CMO, he will oversee brand strategy, advertising, digital marketing, loyalty, culinary innovation, guest insights and marketing communications.
Red Robin (NASDAQ: RRGB) introduced a limited-time Dinner Double Feature offer, giving dine-in guests from 4 p.m. to close a complete meal for $17.99 at participating U.S. locations.
According to Red Robin, guests can choose two half-portion entrées, coleslaw, one Bottomless Side such as steak fries, Yukon chips or steamed broccoli, plus a select appetizer or dessert. With up to 180 possible combinations, entrée options include crispy chicken strips, Frank's RedHot Buzz Sauce crispy chicken strips, crispy fried shrimp, Whiskey River BBQ chicken breast and Whiskey River BBQ ribs, while appetizer and dessert choices range from Chips & Salsa and Crispy Fried Pickles to Warm Brownie or Warm Cookie Sundaes.
Red Robin (NASDAQ: RRGB) announced that its restaurants nationwide are now serving Garage Beer, making Red Robin the first national restaurant chain to offer the brand across its portfolio. Guests can order Garage Beer Classic Light and Classic Lime at all U.S. locations starting July 21.
To align with this rollout and Summer 2026 menu updates, Red Robin expanded its bone-in chicken wings to 8-count, 12-count and 16-count orders. For National Chicken Wing Day on July 29, Red Robin and Garage Beer are launching a limited-edition Jason Kelce T-shirt sold on GarageBeer.com; purchasers receive a Red Robin gift card valid for a free 8-count bone-in wings order while supplies last.
Red Robin (NASDAQ:RRGB) announced it will release fiscal second quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, after the market close, followed by a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the results.
Investors can access the live call by dialing 201-689-8560 or using Call Me™, with access recommended at least 10 minutes before start. A telephone replay will be available about two hours after the call by dialing 412-317-6671 and using conference ID 13761113 through Wednesday, August 19, 2026. The call will also be webcast live and later archived on Red Robin’s Investor Relations website.
Red Robin (NASDAQ:RRGB) agreed to refranchise 86 company-owned restaurants for $72.5 million, supporting its “First Choice Plan.”
Op Burgers will buy 69 units for $62.5 million and Kuber will buy 17 units for $10 million. Combined with a prior 30-unit deal, refranchising totals about $96 million, with proceeds intended to reduce debt and support refinancing priorities. Closings are expected in the second half of 2026, subject to customary conditions.
Red Robin (NASDAQ:RRGB) agreed to sell 30 company-owned restaurants in Washington and western Idaho to Evergreen Dining, an experienced multi-unit operator, for $23.5 million in cash.
Proceeds are expected to primarily pay down debt and support the company’s “First Choice Plan”. The refranchised locations will remain Red Robin branded. Closing is targeted for the second half of 2026, subject to customary conditions, with guidance updates expected after completion.
Red Robin (NASDAQ:RRGB) reported fiscal Q1 2026 results for the 16 weeks ended April 19, 2026. Total revenues were $378.3 million and restaurant revenues were $371.1 million. Comparable restaurant revenue declined 0.6%, with a 1.6% traffic decrease and 1.0% higher average guest check.
Income from operations was $5.5 million (1.5% margin) and net loss was $2.2 million, or $(0.12) per diluted share. Restaurant level operating profit was $54.8 million with a 14.8% margin. Adjusted EBITDA was $27.3 million. The company ended the quarter with $175.7 million of credit facility borrowings and about $40.8 million in liquidity.
Red Robin reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook, including comparable restaurant revenue growth of 0.5%–1.5%, restaurant level operating profit of about 13.0%, adjusted EBITDA of $70–$73 million, and capital expenditures of $25–$30 million.