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Red Robin

Financing

Red Robin's comeback spoiled by traffic troubles

 By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 23, 2024

Customers say they’re more satisfied with the burger chain’s food and service, but fewer are choosing to visit. That has dimmed the chain's near-term outlook.

Marketing

There's plenty happening at the high end of the pricing barbell, too

 By Peter Romeo on Jun. 19, 2024

Reality Check: Decadent meal choices are also proliferating, for a lot more than $5.

Operations

Red Robin says its turnaround efforts are working

By Joe Guszkowski on May 30, 2024

Better operations and food are helping the burger chain win back guests. Now it’s focusing on marketing, including a new loyalty program.

Financing

Red Robin sells 10 restaurants for $24M in sale-leaseback deal

By Joe Guszkowski on Mar. 04, 2024

It’s the third such deal over the past year for the chain, which will use the proceeds to pay down debt.

Marketing

Searching for traffic, Red Robin plans to tout free refills

By Joe Guszkowski on Feb. 29, 2024

The chain has earmarked $3 million to remind customers of the more than 30 bottomless options on its menu.

Leadership

National Restaurant Association names new officers, board members

By Peter Romeo on Jan. 05, 2024

The NRA Educational Foundation has also announced its leaders for the coming year.

Operations

Red Robin expects to save $5M a year by hand-breading its chicken

By Joe Guszkowski on Nov. 02, 2023

The move will help offset some of the $8 million per quarter the chain is spending on better food and staffing.

Financing

At Red Robin, dine-in thrives while delivery dives

By Joe Guszkowski on Aug. 17, 2023

Price-conscious guests and the loss of MrBeast Burger took a bite out of delivery sales. But the chain is more focused on the dining room, anyway.

Technology

Red Robin to stop using MrBeast Burger, other virtual brands

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 12, 2023

The chain is turning its focus inward as part of a turnaround effort, said CEO GJ Hart. It's one of MrBeast Burger's largest fulfillment partners.

Operations

Red Robin's turnaround begins with juicier burgers

By Joe Guszkowski on Jul. 11, 2023

The chain is completely overhauling its signature item in an effort to make good on the “Gourmet” in its name.

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