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Ark Restaurants (ARKR)
NASDAQ:ARKR
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Ark Restaurants (ARKR) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
May 18, 2026
TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
Last Year’s EPS
-2.57
Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q1 2026
Earnings Call Date:Feb 09, 2026|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveyed a mixed picture: modest operational and margin improvements (adjusted EBITDA up ~$150k, cost controls reducing cost of sales ~270 bps and payroll ~349 bps), healthy pockets of outperformance (Las Vegas, Hard Rock fast-food) and strategic opportunities (Meadowlands F&B exclusivity, Sequoia turnaround). Offsetting these positives were material revenue declines in Florida (down ~10%–13% with weeks down ~40%), ongoing Bryant Park litigation and related cash drains, inflation-driven margin pressure on specific menu items, and potential dilution tied to Meadowlands financing. Management expects cash to improve after New York build-out completion and anticipates event revenue picking up, but near-term risks and seasonality remain significant.
Company Guidance
The company said adjusted EBITDA improved by about $150,000 year‑over‑year, cash on the balance sheet was roughly $9 million and debt about $3 million, and management expects cash to begin improving in the next couple of months (March is their typical annual low point) as the MGM New York-New York build‑out (the “redo of America”) finishes and the new facility opens in April; operational metrics showed Las Vegas performing well despite the Strip being down ~11%, Florida full‑service revenues were down roughly 10–13% (with some Florida locations down as much as ~40% in a cold week), cost of sales fell ~270 basis points quarter‑to‑quarter and payroll improved by over ~300–349 basis points, menu price increases have been modest overall (with select items like king crab up from ~$99 pre‑COVID to ~$235), Bryant Park litigation remains ongoing but management expects improved event/corporate/social revenue this year after 1.5 years of operating the restaurants, and the Meadowlands effort just commenced a 1–1.5 month public survey (possible referendum in November) that could lead to a casino deal that preserves Ark’s exclusive F&B rights but may dilute its roughly ~8% ownership stake depending on the capital structure.
Adjusted EBITDA Improvement
Adjusted EBITDA improved by approximately $150,000 year-over-year for the quarter, indicating modest operating profit improvement compared to last year.
Solid Liquidity and Low Net Debt
Cash balance reported at about $9 million and debt of approximately $3 million, providing a relatively conservative leverage profile despite recent cash outflows for capital work and litigation.
Strong Las Vegas and Fast-Food Performance
Las Vegas venues performed well operationally despite the Las Vegas Strip being down ~11%; Hollywood fast-food location at the Hard Rock continues to perform extremely well, and management sees potential expansion opportunities in Vegas.
Operational Cost Improvements
Company reported improved cost control: cost of sales decreased roughly 270 basis points (2.7%) quarter-to-quarter and payroll declined about 349 basis points (3.49%), attributed to menu reengineering, reduced overtime and efficiency gains rather than broad price increases.
New York Build-Out Nearing Completion
Major build-out tied to the MGM New York lease is mostly complete; the new facility (redo of America) is open and the new unit is expected to be fully open in April, with management anticipating cash flow improvement after build-out completion.
Sequoia Management Improvement and Event Recovery Potential
Sequoia (Washington) has new management and is showing early improvement; Bryant Park event business is beginning to recover with more event sign-ups expected, which management expects to help revenue this year.
Meadowlands Opportunity — Exclusive F&B Rights
If a casino license is granted at Meadowlands, Ark would have exclusive food & beverage rights for the venue — a strategic commercial advantage separate from any equity stake, which could drive long-term revenue if the referendum and licensing occur.

Ark Restaurants (ARKR) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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ARKR Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
May 18, 2026
2026 (Q2)
- / -
-2.568
Feb 09, 2026
2026 (Q1)
- / 0.25
0.876-71.69% (-0.63)
Dec 15, 2025
2025 (Q4)
- / -0.53
-1.23756.99% (+0.71)
Aug 11, 2025
2025 (Q3)
- / -0.96
0.176-644.32% (-1.13)
May 12, 2025
2025 (Q2)
- / -2.57
-0.402-538.81% (-2.17)
Feb 10, 2025
2025 (Q1)
- / 0.88
0.377132.36% (+0.50)
Dec 16, 2024
2024 (Q4)
- / -1.24
-2.87757.00% (+1.64)
Aug 12, 2024
2024 (Q3)
- / 0.18
0.878-79.95% (-0.70)
May 13, 2024
2024 (Q2)
- / -0.40
-0.134-200.00% (-0.27)
Feb 12, 2024
2024 (Q1)
- / 0.38
0.473-20.30% (-0.10)
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ARKR Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 09, 2026
$6.75$6.750.00%
Dec 15, 2025
$6.86$6.63-3.35%
Aug 11, 2025
$7.01$6.98-0.43%
May 12, 2025
$11.07$10.69-3.43%
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