Red Robin Gourmet Burgers reports quarterly earnings and names new CMO

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers reported quarterly earnings with revenue of $277.64 million, exceeding the consensus estimate of $268.56 million. The company posted earnings per share of $0.12. Same-store sales increased by 1.3%, and restaurant-level operating margins rose to 14.7% due to labor efficiencies and cost management.

To improve financial flexibility and reduce debt, the company announced three refranchising agreements expected to generate approximately $96 million in gross proceeds. Red Robin maintained its 2026 guidance, projecting comparable sales growth between 0.5% and 1.5% and an adjusted EBITDA of $70 million to $73 million.

In leadership news, Red Robin announced the appointment of Scott Hudler as chief marketing officer, effective September 8, 2026. Hudler, who possesses over 25 years of experience at companies including Whataburger and Dunkin' Brands, will succeed interim CMO Russ Klein. Klein will remain in a consultative role through the end of 2026 to assist with the transition.