CERRITOS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / August 4, 2026 / GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (&#34;GEN&#34; or the &#34;Company&#34;) (NASDAQ:GENK), a leader in Korean BBQ both in-restaurant and at home, with more than 59 GEN Korean

<p><strong id="dateline">CERRITOS, CA / <a href='https://www.accessnewswire.com/'>ACCESS Newswire</a> / August 4, 2026 / </strong>GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. ("GEN" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GENK">GENK</a>), a leader in Korean BBQ both in-restaurant and at home, with more than 59 GEN Korean BBQ locations and a rapidly growing consumer packaged goods business, today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, after market close on Monday, August 10, 2026.</p><p>GEN will host an investor conference call on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss the Company's financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, provide a corporate update, and conclude with a question-and-answer session from telephone participants. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David Kim and Chief Financial Officer Luke Hewko will host the call. To participate, please use the following information:</p><p><strong>Q2 2026 Earnings Conference Call</strong><br/>Date: Monday, August 10, 2026<br/>Time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (2:00 p.m. Pacific time)<br/>U.S. Dial-in: 1-800-717-1738<br/>International Dial-in: 1-646-307-1865<br/>Conference ID: 96912<br/>Webcast: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol68">GENK Q2 2026 Earnings Conference Call</a></p><p>Please join at least five minutes before the start of the call to ensure timely participation. The conference call will be broadcast live via webcast and available for replay via the investor relations section of the Company's website at <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol69">investor.genkoreanbbq.com</a>.</p><p>A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available after 9:00 p.m. Eastern time on the same day through Monday, August 24, 2026. To listen, please call 1-844-512-2921 within the United States and Canada or 1-412-317-6671 when calling internationally, using replay ID 1196912. A webcast replay will also be available using the webcast link above.</p><p><strong>About GEN Restaurant Group, Inc.</strong></p><p>GEN Korean BBQ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GENK">GENK</a>) is a leader in Korean BBQ, with more than 59 GEN restaurant locations and a rapidly growing consumer packaged goods business. Founded in 2011 by two Korean immigrants in Los Angeles, GEN has grown to more than 59 company-owned restaurants - among the largest Asian casual dining concepts in the United States - where an interactive "grill at your table" format, extensive menu of traditional Korean-inspired dishes, modern d&#233;cor and lively atmosphere draw a broad and loyal guest base. As Korean flavors move further into the American mainstream, the Company's rapidly growing consumer packaged goods business is capturing at-home dining occasions, with distribution expanding across grocery and warehouse club retailers nationwide. For more information, please visit <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol6a">GenKoreanBBQ.com</a>.</p><p><strong>Forward-Looking Statements</strong></p><p>This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "believe," "intend," "expect," "will," "may," "could," "potential," and other similar words or expressions that predict or indicate future events. All statements that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including any statements regarding the non-binding letter of intent and the proposed transaction described in this press release, including the Board of Directors' review and evaluation of the proposal, whether definitive agreements will be negotiated or executed, whether any transaction will be consummated, and the potential terms, structure, timing or benefits of any such transaction, any statements regarding our strategy, future operations, and growth prospects, including expectations relating to the Company's CPG division and the number of locations in which such products will be carried, any statements regarding the amount or timing of future revenue or revenue growth, any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance, any statements of belief or expectation, and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing or other future events. Forward-looking statements are based on current information available at the time the statements are made and on management's reasonable belief or expectations with respect to future events, and are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control, that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from the belief or expectations expressed in or suggested by the forward-looking statements, including, among other things, the risk that the parties do not negotiate or execute definitive agreements with respect to the proposed transaction, that any transaction is not consummated on the terms contemplated, on the anticipated timeline, or at all, or that the anticipated benefits of any transaction are not realized. Additional factors or events that could cause actual results to differ may also emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict all of them. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect future events, developments or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law. Investors are referred to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and our subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), which are available on the SEC's website at <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol6b">www.sec.gov</a>, for additional information regarding the risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement.</p><p><strong>Investor Relations Contact</strong></p><p>Lucas A. Zimmerman<br/>Managing Director<br/>MZ Group - MZ North America<br/>(949) 259-4987<br/><a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:GENK@mzgroup.us">GENK@mzgroup.us</a><br/><a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol6c">www.mzgroup.us</a></p><p><strong>SOURCE:</strong> GEN Restaurant Group</p><br/><br/>View the original <a href='https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/food-and-beverage-products/gen-restaurant-group-to-host-second-quarter-2026-earnings-call-on-august-1201040'>press release</a> on ACCESS Newswire<br/><br/>
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GEN Restaurant Group to Host Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Call on August 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time

GENK set to announce Q2 2026 results; focus on growth and LOI impact

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    <p>CERRITOS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / August 4, 2026 / GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (&amp;#34;GEN&amp;#34; or the &amp;#34;Company&amp;#34;) (NASDAQ:GENK), a leader in Korean BBQ both in-restaurant and at home, with more than 59 GEN Korean</p>
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    <h3>AI Summary</h3>
    <p>GEN Restaurant Group will release Q2 2026 results after the Aug 10 close, followed by a management call. The update should highlight performance from 59 GEN Korean BBQ locations and its growing CPG business, with attention to any deal-related developments from the non-binding LOI. The outcome could set the near-term sentiment and influence the stock in the days surrounding the event.</p>
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    <h3>Key Points</h3>
    <ul><li>GENK to report Q2 2026 results after market close on Aug 10.</li><li>Q2 earnings conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET hosted by Kim and Hewko.</li><li>Forward-looking statements reference a non-binding LOI; terms not disclosed.</li><li>GEN operates 59 GEN Korean BBQ locations; CPG business expanding nationwide.</li><li>Q2 results and LOI updates could drive near-term stock action around Aug 10.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. (GENK)</strong>: Primary subject; earnings release and LOI-related developments could move sentiment and price.</li><li><strong>MZ Group - MZ North America (N/A)</strong>: Investor relations partner; no direct material impact anticipated from IR communications.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Earnings</h3>
    <p>Category: Earnings. The article centers on GENK&#039;s Q2 2026 earnings release and accompanying investor call, with forward-looking LOI language that could influence near-term sentiment if material.</p>
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    <h3>Market-Moving</h3>
    <ul><li>Q2 2026 earnings release date and timing (Aug 10, after market close).</li><li>Non-binding LOI referenced; potential for deal-speculation and volatility.</li><li>Restaurant footprint (59 locations) and CPG growth to influence margins and mix.</li><li>Q&amp;A session may yield guidance updates or surprises.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Key Facts</h3>
    <ul><li>Q2 2026 period ended June 30, 2026.</li><li>Earnings release date: August 10, 2026 after market close.</li><li>Conference call time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Aug 10, 2026.</li><li>GEN operates more than 59 GEN Korean BBQ locations.</li><li>Forward-looking statements include a non-binding LOI with unspecified terms.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Trading Thesis</h3>
    <p>Neutral bias around the Aug 10 earnings event with a modest near-term price move.</p>
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<p><strong id="dateline">CERRITOS, CA / <a href='https://www.accessnewswire.com/'>ACCESS Newswire</a> / August 4, 2026 / </strong>GEN Restaurant Group, Inc. ("GEN" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GENK">GENK</a>), a leader in Korean BBQ both in-restaurant and at home, with more than 59 GEN Korean BBQ locations and a rapidly growing consumer packaged goods business, today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, after market close on Monday, August 10, 2026.</p><p>GEN will host an investor conference call on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time to discuss the Company's financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, provide a corporate update, and conclude with a question-and-answer session from telephone participants. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David Kim and Chief Financial Officer Luke Hewko will host the call. To participate, please use the following information:</p><p><strong>Q2 2026 Earnings Conference Call</strong><br/>Date: Monday, August 10, 2026<br/>Time: 5:00 p.m. Eastern time (2:00 p.m. Pacific time)<br/>U.S. Dial-in: 1-800-717-1738<br/>International Dial-in: 1-646-307-1865<br/>Conference ID: 96912<br/>Webcast: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol68">GENK Q2 2026 Earnings Conference Call</a></p><p>Please join at least five minutes before the start of the call to ensure timely participation. The conference call will be broadcast live via webcast and available for replay via the investor relations section of the Company's website at <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol69">investor.genkoreanbbq.com</a>.</p><p>A telephonic replay of the conference call will be available after 9:00 p.m. Eastern time on the same day through Monday, August 24, 2026. To listen, please call 1-844-512-2921 within the United States and Canada or 1-412-317-6671 when calling internationally, using replay ID 1196912. A webcast replay will also be available using the webcast link above.</p><p><strong>About GEN Restaurant Group, Inc.</strong></p><p>GEN Korean BBQ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GENK">GENK</a>) is a leader in Korean BBQ, with more than 59 GEN restaurant locations and a rapidly growing consumer packaged goods business. Founded in 2011 by two Korean immigrants in Los Angeles, GEN has grown to more than 59 company-owned restaurants - among the largest Asian casual dining concepts in the United States - where an interactive "grill at your table" format, extensive menu of traditional Korean-inspired dishes, modern d&#233;cor and lively atmosphere draw a broad and loyal guest base. As Korean flavors move further into the American mainstream, the Company's rapidly growing consumer packaged goods business is capturing at-home dining occasions, with distribution expanding across grocery and warehouse club retailers nationwide. For more information, please visit <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol6a">GenKoreanBBQ.com</a>.</p><p><strong>Forward-Looking Statements</strong></p><p>This press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of words such as "believe," "intend," "expect," "will," "may," "could," "potential," and other similar words or expressions that predict or indicate future events. All statements that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including any statements regarding the non-binding letter of intent and the proposed transaction described in this press release, including the Board of Directors' review and evaluation of the proposal, whether definitive agreements will be negotiated or executed, whether any transaction will be consummated, and the potential terms, structure, timing or benefits of any such transaction, any statements regarding our strategy, future operations, and growth prospects, including expectations relating to the Company's CPG division and the number of locations in which such products will be carried, any statements regarding the amount or timing of future revenue or revenue growth, any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance, any statements of belief or expectation, and any statements of assumptions underlying any of the foregoing or other future events. Forward-looking statements are based on current information available at the time the statements are made and on management's reasonable belief or expectations with respect to future events, and are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control, that could cause actual performance or results to differ materially from the belief or expectations expressed in or suggested by the forward-looking statements, including, among other things, the risk that the parties do not negotiate or execute definitive agreements with respect to the proposed transaction, that any transaction is not consummated on the terms contemplated, on the anticipated timeline, or at all, or that the anticipated benefits of any transaction are not realized. Additional factors or events that could cause actual results to differ may also emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for the Company to predict all of them. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect future events, developments or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable law. Investors are referred to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, and our subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), which are available on the SEC's website at <a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol6b">www.sec.gov</a>, for additional information regarding the risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement.</p><p><strong>Investor Relations Contact</strong></p><p>Lucas A. Zimmerman<br/>Managing Director<br/>MZ Group - MZ North America<br/>(949) 259-4987<br/><a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:GENK@mzgroup.us">GENK@mzgroup.us</a><br/><a rel="nofollow" href="https://pr.report/ol6c">www.mzgroup.us</a></p><p><strong>SOURCE:</strong> GEN Restaurant Group</p><br/><br/>View the original <a href='https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/food-and-beverage-products/gen-restaurant-group-to-host-second-quarter-2026-earnings-call-on-august-1201040'>press release</a> on ACCESS Newswire<br/><br/>
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GEN Restaurant Group will release Q2 2026 results after the Aug 10 close, followed by a management call. The update should highlight performance from 59 GEN Korean BBQ locations and its growing CPG business, with attention to any deal-related developments from the non-binding LOI. The outcome could set the near-term sentiment and influence the stock in the days surrounding the event.

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GEN Restaurant Group to Host Second Quarter 2026 Earnings Call on August 10, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time

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