Double the Beef, Double the Cheese, Double the YUMMM®: Red Robin Introduces New Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders Made with King's Hawaiian® Rolls for a Limited Time
Rhea-AI Summary
Red Robin (NASDAQ: RRGB) unveiled Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders on April 13, 2026, featuring four double beef patties (up to 12 ounces precooked) and King's Hawaiian rolls. The limited-time launch includes a one-day dine-in $20 Sky-High Towering Trio offer on April 20, 2026, and a Towering Bacon variant with hardwood-smoked bacon crumbles. The sliders are available at participating locations; Kona Big Wave beer pairs are offered at select restaurants.
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News Market Reaction – RRGB
On the day this news was published, RRGB declined 2.92%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +10.7% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 9 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $2M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $65.83M at that time.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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RRGB was flat pre‑announcement (0%), while several peers were down: STKS -4.47%, THCH -5.14%, TWNP -25.16%, GENK -1%. This points to company-specific drivers rather than a broad restaurant-sector move.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25 | Full-year 2025 results | Positive | -2.4% | Improved EBITDA and narrower net loss but shares fell post‑earnings. |
| Feb 11 | Earnings release date | Neutral | -3.2% | Earnings date announcement ahead of Q4 and full‑year 2025 results. |
| Jan 21 | Value menu launch | Positive | +1.3% | Big YUMMM® Deals value menu aimed at driving traffic and check size. |
| Nov 10 | ATM equity program | Negative | -6.4% | Announcement of up to $40M at‑the‑market equity offering. |
| Nov 10 | Q3 2025 results | Neutral | -6.4% | Revenue decline but stronger Adjusted EBITDA and updated guidance. |
Recent news often saw aligned price reactions, with only one notable divergence where improving earnings metrics were met with a negative move.
Over the last six months, RRGB has mixed fundamentals and capital markets activity. Fiscal 2025 results showed total revenues of $1.21B and adjusted EBITDA of $69.7M, with the net loss narrowing to $23.3M, yet shares fell 2.42%. A value-focused Big YUMMM® Deals menu launch on Jan. 26, 2026 coincided with a 1.25% gain. An at‑the‑market equity offering of up to $40M aligned with a -6.38% reaction. The new slider promotion continues the theme of traffic and value-oriented initiatives.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights Red Robin’s focus on traffic-driving innovation and value, adding Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders and a one-day $20 Sky-High Towering Trio on April 20, 2026. It follows earlier initiatives like the Big YUMMM® Deals menu and comes as the stock trades well below its 200-day MA. Investors may monitor how this promotion affects guest traffic, check size, and whether it supports progress after 2025 revenues of $1.21B and improved EBITDA.
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To celebrate the launch of the new Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders, Red Robin will offer a one-day-only Sky-High Towering Trio Meal Deal for
"Some places serve sliders with mini patties and a morsel of cheese, but at Red Robin, we are redefining sliders," said Brian Sullivan, executive chef and vice president of Culinary & Beverage Innovation of Red Robin. "Our sliders are bigger, juicier and unmistakably different, featuring double beef patties, double cheese and fan-favorite King's Hawaiian® Rolls, served stacked on our iconic tower. It's a bold new slider experience that's turning heads and making guests say, 'Wait, I want that!'"
Far from your average slider, Red Robin's Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders feature four juicy double beef patties, made from
- Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders: Four double beef patty sliders layered with American cheese, onions, ketchup and mustard on King's Hawaiian® Rolls, served with pickles on the side.
- Towering Double Bacon Cheeseburger Sliders: Four double beef patty sliders stacked high on King's Hawaiian® Rolls with hardwood-smoked bacon crumbles, American cheese, onions, ketchup and mustard, served with pickles on the side.
"At King's Hawaiian, we're passionate about bringing people together through irresistible recipes," said Raouf Moussa, chief marketing officer of King's Hawaiian. "We're excited to pair our famous Sweet Rolls with Red Robin's Towering Sliders. This collaboration brings together Red Robin's iconic burgers and our fan-favorite rolls to create a truly memorable burger experience."
To celebrate the new menu item, Red Robin is serving up a one-day-only dine-in offer of monumental proportions on April 20. For just
To round out the experience, guests can ride the flavor wave by pairing their sliders with a refreshing Kona Big Wave, now available at select Red Robin restaurants nationwide. With its crisp, tropical notes, the beer perfectly complements the savory stack***.
To learn more about Red Robin's new Towering Double Cheeseburger Sliders and find a location near you, visit redrobin.com/towering-cheeseburger-sliders.
*Net weight: 12 ounces (precooked). Weight reflects product before cooking; the actual cooked weight may differ.
**The Sky-High Towering Trio launch day offer is available only on April 20, 2026, for dine-in only at participating Red Robin® restaurant locations while supplies last. The Sky-High Towering Trio offer includes one (1) Towering Double Cheeseburger Slider Tower served with one (1) Onion Ring Shorty and one (1) Cinnamon Sugar Doh! Ring® Shorty. This offer is not valid with other discounts, offers or rewards including Red Robin Royalty® or Big Yummm Deals. Offer not valid for third-party site orders, online mobile app, to-go, catering or delivery orders. No modifications or substitutions permitted. No cash value. The Sky-High Towering Trio offer does not include tax and gratuity. We reserve the right to change or discontinue this offer at any time without notice, and it is available only on April 20, 2026, while supplies last.
***Must be 21 years or older to purchase or consume alcohol.
About Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB)
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (www.redrobin.com), is a casual dining restaurant chain founded in 1969 that operates through its wholly owned subsidiary, Red Robin International, Inc., and under the trade name, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews. We believe nothing brings people together like burgers and fun around our table, and no one makes moments of connection over craveable food more memorable than Red Robin. We serve a variety of burgers and mainstream favorites to Guests of all ages in a casual, playful atmosphere. In addition to our many burger offerings, Red Robin serves a wide array of salads, appetizers, entrees, desserts, signature beverages and Donatos® Pizza at select locations. It's easy to enjoy Red Robin anywhere with online ordering available for to-go, delivery and catering. Sign up for the royal treatment by joining Red Robin Royalty® today and enjoy Bottomless perks and delicious rewards across nearly 500 Red Robin locations in
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