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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (RRGB) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers NASDAQ: RRGB reported second-quarter 2026 comparable sales growth and improved restaurant-level margins as the casual-dining chain continued to invest in value offerings, marketing and operational efficiency under its “First Choice” plan.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB) ("Red Robin" or the "Company"), a casual dining restaurant chain serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, today reported financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended July 12, 2026.

RRGB heads into Q2 with EPS seen rising 7.7%, while value offers, menu innovation and labor gains face marketing and commodity pressure.

The new offer lets guests satisfy two cravings in one complete meal with two half-portion entrée selections, a Bottomless Side, coleslaw and a choice of an appetizer or dessert. KEY POINTS: For just $17.99*, Red Robin's new Dinner Double Feature gives guests a complete dinner featuring two entrée selections, coleslaw, one Bottomless Side and their choice of a select appetizer or dessert.

Red Robin becomes first national restaurant chain to serve Garage Beer nationwide and celebrates National Chicken Wing Day with limited-edition Jason Kelce T-shirt and free wings promotion KEY POINTS: Garage Beer Classic Light and Classic Lime available at all Red Robin locations in the United States on July 21. During Summer 2026, Red Robin expanded its bone-in chicken wing lineup with new 8-count, 12-count and 16-count orders.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB) ("Red Robin" or the "Company"), a full-service restaurant chain serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, today announced it will release financial results for its fiscal second quarter 2026 on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, after the market close, followed by a conference call to discuss these results at 4:30 p.m.

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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. surges on major refranchising deals, unlocking $96 million to pay down debt and fund transformation initiatives. RRGB's net debt will drop from $146.9 million to $50.9 million, significantly improving balance sheet strength and reducing interest expense. Despite ongoing sales and guest count pressures, RRGB trades at a steep discount to peers and recent asset sale multiples imply substantial upside.

Red Robin Announces the Sale of 86 Restaurants for $72.5 million to Support "First Choice Plan" ENGLEWOOD, Colo., June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB) ("Red Robin" or the "Company"), a casual dining restaurant chain serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, today announced it has entered into two separate refranchising agreements with experienced multi-unit restaurant operators for the sale of 86 company-owned units for $72.5 million.