Texas Roadhouse is quickly growing its footprint – in the grocery store | Exclusive
Texas Roadhouse has expanded into retail, offering products like margarita mix, peanuts, and frozen rolls in grocery stores. The retail line, now with over 10 items, has seen significant growth, with sales reaching nearly $60 million in the last year, up over 70%. The company reported record Q2 revenue of $1.7 billion. The retail expansion has also created jobs in Kentucky at The Marzetti Company factory.
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The 30-second read
Why it matters
The disclosed $60 million retail sales indicate a growing ancillary business that could add incremental revenue and brand exposure.
Market read
Retail‑line growth adds a new revenue stream for TXRH, potentially supporting its stock on earnings outlook.
What to watch
Supply‑chain costs and competition in grocery shelves could limit long‑term profitability.
Background
Texas Roadhouse, a fast‑casual steakhouse chain, has been expanding its brand into grocery stores with a line of sauces, mixes, and frozen rolls.
Ticker impact
Texas Roadhouse reported $60 million in retail product sales for the 52‑week period ending June 2026, a >70% YoY increase, highlighting rapid growth of its grocery‑store line.
moderate upside if retail sales continue scaling
New sales figures demonstrate a successful new revenue stream, but the absolute amount remains modest relative to total company revenue.
Market effects
Shows potential for restaurant chains to diversify into consumer packaged goods.
Positive for Kentucky manufacturing employment.
Limited; primarily a U.S. restaurant‑retail story.
Counterpoint
Retail sales may be a small, low‑margin segment that could distract from core restaurant performance.
Key entities
- CompanyTexas Roadhouse
Fast‑casual steakhouse chain (NASDAQ: TXRH).
- ManufacturerThe Marzetti Company
Partner factory producing Texas Roadhouse retail items.
