The company reported higher revenue and adjusted EBITDA of $6.6 million despite weaker traffic and tariff pressures.
Kura Sushi USA reported fiscal third-quarter sales of $85.9 million, up from the prior period, with restaurant-level operating margin reaching 19.1%. Adjusted EBITDA rose to $6.6 million, driven by pricing adjustments and labor efficiency gains despite a decline in comparable sales.
Traffic softened due to macroeconomic pressures and competition, while elevated food costs from tariffs persisted. Management noted cost controls helped offset a 200 basis point increase in cost of goods sold year-over-year. The company revised its full-year sales outlook to $330.5 million-$331.5 million, citing delays in new restaurant openings.
Shares of KRUS on NASDAQ showed limited immediate reaction following the earnings call.