Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., more commonly known as Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews or simply Red Robin, and originally known as Sam's Tavern and Sam's Red Robin is an American chain of casual dining restaurants originally founded in 1940 in Seattle, Washington. In 1979, the first franchised Red Robin restaurant was opened in Yakima, Washington. Red Robin's headquarters is in Greenwood Village, Colorado. As of December 2024, the company operated a total of 498 restaurants, with 91 being operated as a franchise. Ever since 1969, their menu specializes in classic American fare, such as burgers, french fries, and appetizers, though it has also expanded to include chicken sandwiches, pizza, salads, and other foods.