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The Impossible Cheeseburger from Red Robin will Launch on April 1

— March 30, 2019 — Lifestyle
Reduced meat diets are gaining popularity amongst consumers who are seeking to lead a healthier lifestyle and/or decrease their carbon footprint, which is seeing new products like The Impossible Cheeseburger from Red Robin.

Set to launch Monday, April 1 the burger is made with an Impossible Burger patty, which boasts a delicious plant-based profile that will satisfy meat cravings in a different way. The burger will come topped with red onions, lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, mayo and Red Robin's signature pickle relish along with your choice of cheese on a fluffy sesame seed bun.

The Impossible Cheeseburger from Red Robin will be priced at $14.69 and will be served with Bottomless Steak fries to enhance the overall value of the meal.


Image Credit: Red Robin

Trend Themes

  1. Reduced Meat Diets — Opportunity for QSR chains to develop more meat-free burger options to cater to the growing demand from consumers seeking healthier and more sustainable food choices.
  2. Plant-based Burgers — Innovation potential for food companies to create plant-based burger patties that closely mimic the taste and texture of real meat, offering a satisfying alternative for meat lovers.
  3. Value-added Meal Deals — Potential for QSR chains to offer meal deals that provide enhanced value by including extras like bottomless fries, appealing to cost-conscious consumers.

Industry Implications

  1. Quick Service Restaurants — QSR chains have an opportunity to capitalize on the rising trend of reduced meat diets by expanding their meat-free burger offerings, attracting more health-conscious customers.
  2. Plant-based Food Industry — The plant-based food sector can seize the opportunity to develop innovative, flavorful, and high-quality burger patties to cater to the increasing demand for plant-based meat alternatives.
  3. Food Service Industry — The food service industry, particularly QSR chains, can benefit from incorporating value-added elements into their meal deals to create a more appealing proposition and increase customer satisfaction.
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