Net Lease Industry

Lowest
Cap Rate

6.25%

Lowest cap rate over past 24 months

Average
Cap Rate

7.00%

12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term


Overview
Red Robin locations typically range from 5,000 to 6,500 square feet on 1.0 to 1.5-acre parcels. Most leases are 15- to 20-year absolute NNN, with 10% rent escalations every 5 years and corporate guarantees from Red Robin. Properties are usually freestanding, located near malls or big-box centers, and include indoor dining, bar areas, and ample parking.
Average Property & Lease
Average Sale Price $2,500,000 - $4,000,000
Average NOI $160,000 - $280,000
Building SF 5,000
Lease Term 15 Years
Escalations 10% Every 5 Years
Stock Symbol NASDAQ:RRGB
CREDIT RATING
S&P

N/A

Moody's

N/A

TENANT DESCRIPTION

Red Robin was founded in 1969 in Seattle, Washington, as a casual bar and burger joint before evolving into a full-service restaurant brand known for its gourmet burgers, bottomless fries, and family-friendly atmosphere. The company expanded rapidly through the 2000s and became a staple in suburban shopping centers and lifestyle hubs. Red Robin is publicly traded under Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., though the brand has undergone multiple restructuring efforts in recent years to improve performance and operational efficiency.

PROS
  • Nationally recognized casual dining brand

  • Absolute NNN leases with long terms and scheduled increases

  • Corporate-backed leases with real estate in strong retail corridors

  • Properties often include liquor license and bar revenue potential

  • Tenant size and price point ideal for 1031 exchanges

CONS
  • Financial volatility and operational restructuring in recent years

  • Non-investment-grade credit; no ratings from S&P or Moody’s

  • Dine-in-centric layout may limit future reusability

  • Footprint contraction risk in certain markets

COMPANY QUICK STATS
Founded 1969
Headquarters Greenwood Village, CO, U.S.
Number of Locations 500
Revenue $1.3 B
Company Website https://www.redrobin.com
Key Principal G.J. Hart