Net Lease Industry

Lowest
Cap Rate

4.85%

Lowest cap rate over past 24 months

Average
Cap Rate

5.85%

12 mo avg with 5+ yr lease term


Overview
Texas Roadhouse locations typically range from 6,500 to 8,000 square feet on 1.5 to 2.0-acre sites in suburban retail corridors or near major highways. Most leases are corporate-guaranteed, structured as 15 to 20-year absolute NNN leases, with 10% rent increases every 5 years and multiple renewal options. The properties are purpose-built with high interior buildout costs, dedicated parking, and high-volume dine-in capacity.  
Average Property & Lease
Average Sale Price $4,500,000 - $6,000,000
Average NOI $250,000 – $350,000
Building SF 6,500
Lease Term 15 Years
Escalations 10% Every 5 Years
Stock Symbol NASDAQ:TXRH
CREDIT RATING
S&P

BBB

Moody's

Baa3

TENANT DESCRIPTION

Texas Roadhouse was founded in 1993 in Clarksville, Indiana, by Kent Taylor with a vision to offer hand-cut steaks, made-from-scratch sides, and a lively Texas-themed atmosphere at an affordable price. The brand grew rapidly and became known for its energetic staff, large portions, and legendary bread rolls. Texas Roadhouse went public in 2004 and remains one of the most successful full-service restaurant chains in the U.S., with strong customer loyalty and consistent growth

PROS
  • Publicly traded, investment-grade tenant

  • Strong brand loyalty and consistent sales growth

  • Absolute NNN leases with long terms and escalations

  • Well-located in high-traffic suburban corridors

  • Corporate guarantees on most leases

CONS
  • Higher-end buildouts may limit backfill options

  • Market saturation risk in certain regions

  • Heavily dine-in focused—impacted by shifts in consumer behavior

  • Real estate can be oversized for replacement QSR tenants

COMPANY QUICK STATS
Founded 1993
Headquarters Louisville, KY, U.S.
Number of Locations 700
Revenue $4.3 B
Company Website https://www.texasroadhouse.com
Key Principal Jerry Morgan