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Texas Roadhouse Goes All-In On Expansion With Roughly 35 New Restaurants; What Lies Ahead?

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. reported its second quarter results for 2026 with revenues nearing $1.7 billion, marking an 11.1% increase over the prior year, underpinned by a 6.2% comparable same-store sales growth driven by 3% traffic growth and a 3.2% increase in average check size. The company achieved a milestone with its average weekly sales exceeding $175,000 for the first time in its 33-year history, highlighting strong consumer demand across its portfolio. System-wide, Texas Roadhouse operated 755 locations domestically and internationally, with an average weekly sales figure of approximately $183,000 at company-owned restaurants. Its smaller brands, Bubba’s 33 and Jaggers, continued expansion with promising sales figures and plans to open new units, maintaining a steady pace of growth. Texas Roadhouse plans to open roughly 35 company-operated restaurants in 2026, predominantly in existing markets, and expects approximately 20 openings from its flagship brand. Franchise partners have contributed openings, including international locations.