Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB)
NASDAQ:RRGB
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 19, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.02Last Year’s EPS
0.26Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mix of operational gains and remaining financial headwinds. Management highlighted meaningful progress: traffic momentum improvement, the highest Q1 restaurant margin since 2021, strong labor efficiencies, successful traction of the Big Yummm value platform (mixing ~13%–14%), G&A reductions, and active refranchising discussions. Offsetting these positives are continued revenue pressure (Q1 revenue down $14M), comps down 60 basis points and traffic down 1.6%, a small decline in adjusted EBITDA, the impact of restaurant closures (~$40M sales effect), and commodity exposure with only ~60% of 2026 needs locked. Management maintained full-year guidance and emphasized discipline and momentum, leaving the picture balanced between operational improvement and near-term financial challenges.Company Guidance
Balance Sheet / Refranchising Progress
Tactical refranchising discussions in final stages with sophisticated prospects; planned use of proceeds to reduce debt. Ended Q1 with $24M cash, $10M restricted cash and $17M available on revolver.
People Metrics Stabilizing
Hourly turnover at historically low levels and employee engagement tracking above industry benchmarks; adoption of enterprise AI (ChatGPT) and field tools supporting scheduling, food cost management and operational efficiencies.
Improved Traffic Momentum
Strongest traffic performance since Q1 2023; same-store sales down 0.6% but traffic sequentially improved versus Q4 and narrowed the gap to the industry; management cites Big Yummm and targeted marketing as key drivers of the rebound.
Highest Q1 Restaurant Operating Margin in Years
Restaurant-level operating margin of 14.8% in Q1, up 50 basis points year-over-year and the highest Q1 margin since 2021, driven by cost savings, labor efficiencies and check increases.
Labor Efficiency Gains
Labor initiatives delivered approximately 130 basis points of year-over-year savings; labor as a percentage of sales was 35.7%, the lowest Q1 labor rate in three years, achieved without compromising guest satisfaction.
Big Yummm Value Platform Traction
Expanded Big Yummm platform mixing at over 13% (13%–14% range) since late January; price points $9.99–$16.99; program drove trial, incremental traffic and favorable menu satisfaction scores.
Disciplined Marketing and Product Innovation
Targeted, data-driven marketing spend increased (selling expenses $13M vs $9M prior year) to improve reach and engagement; new product launches (e.g., towering sliders) produced record menu satisfaction and incremental check growth.
G&A and Corporate Cost Reductions
General & administrative costs fell to $23M from $27M in Q1 year-over-year, a $4M reduction largely due to corporate efficiency initiatives implemented in mid-2025.
Maintained Full-Year Guidance
Company reaffirmed full-year 2026 guidance: comparable restaurant revenues growth of 0.5%–1.5% (ex-deferred loyalty), restaurant-level operating profit margin roughly 13%, adjusted EBITDA of $70M–$73M, and capex of $25M–$30M.
RRGB Earnings History
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RRGB Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 19, 2026 | $3.85 | $4.55 | +18.18% |
Feb 25, 2026 | $3.63 | $4.83 | +33.06% |
Nov 10, 2025 | $4.70 | $4.40 | -6.38% |
Aug 13, 2025 | $6.00 | $6.08 | +1.33% |
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FAQ
When does Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB) report earnings?
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 19, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (RRGB) earnings time is at Aug 19, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is RRGB EPS forecast?
RRGB EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.02.
