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By 1979, Red Robin's success caught the attention of two regular customers, brothers Mike and Steve Snyder, who became the restaurant's first franchisees. The Snyder Group opened several locations, and their partnership with Kingen facilitated the transition of Red Robin into a national chain. By the year 2000, Red Robin had merged with the Snyder Group, solidifying its status as a thriving restaurant chain with a robust presence across the Northwestern United States.