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Red Robin's Sales Dip Offset by Strong EPS Growth

9/19/2025

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Red Robin's Promotions

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and a 25.1% year-to-date increase.
The company boasts a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 58.3%.
Zacks predicts a 3% decline in Red Robin's 2025 sales but a 77.5% growth in EPS from last year.
On National Cheeseburger Day (September 18), various chains offer promotions, including Red Robin's Big Yummm Burger Deal for $9.99.
McDonald's and Burger King also feature special offers, such as 50-cent Double Cheeseburgers and a free cheeseburger with a $1 purchase.

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Cheeseburger Day Deals

National Cheeseburger Day on September 18 features promotions from major chains like McDonald's, Burger King, and Red Robin.
McDonald's sells a Double Cheeseburger for $0.50 through their app, while Burger King offers a free cheeseburger with a $1 purchase.
Checkers’ Big Buford is available for $3, and Smashburger's single burger costs $4.99.
Ruby Tuesday's signature smashed burgers start at $8.99, and STK's cheeseburger is priced at $9.99.
Portillo’s launches a new Triple Cheeseburger from its secret menu, available exclusively at kiosks for Perks members.

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Historical Context

National Cheeseburger Day was established in 2001, celebrating a dish that gained popularity in the 1920s when Lionel Sternberger reportedly created the first cheeseburger. The fast-food industry has since leveraged this day for promotions, with McDonald's offering a Double Cheeseburger for $0.50 in 2023, reflecting ongoing competition among chains like Burger King and Red Robin to enhance consumer engagement.

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Red Robin's Promotions

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) and a 25.1% year-to-date increase.
The company boasts a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 58.3%.
Zacks predicts a 3% decline in Red Robin's 2025 sales but a 77.5% growth in EPS from last year.
On National Cheeseburger Day (September 18), various chains offer promotions, including Red Robin's Big Yummm Burger Deal for $9.99.
McDonald's and Burger King also feature special offers, such as 50-cent Double Cheeseburgers and a free cheeseburger with a $1 purchase.

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