UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549


FORM 8-K


CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT
TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934


Date of report (Date of earliest event reported):   March 13, 2009

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Item 2.02     Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On March 13, 2009, National Beverage Corp. issued a press release announcing its financial results for its three and nine month periods ended January 31, 2009. This release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 hereto.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit 99.1

National Beverage Corp. Records Solid Third Quarter

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 13, 2009--National Beverage Corp. (NASDAQ:FIZZ) today reported financial results for the periods ended January 31, 2009:

• Revenues increased 5% to $129.4 million and earnings grew 12% to $3.7 million for the three months ended January 31, 2009;
• Revenues of $426.7 million and earnings of $17.9 million for the nine months ended January 31, 2009 surpassed prior year results; and
• Cash increased to $75 million.

“As we all face the never-ending bombardment of dire news – foreclosures, bankruptcies, rising unemployment, global bank failures, billion dollar frauds, etc., etc., etc. – I am extremely grateful for . . . and proud of . . . our National Beverage!” exclaimed Nick A. Caporella, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

“Third quarter results are a reflection of this pride. In spite of current economic woes, the ‘flavor–value–credence’ profile that National Beverage has embraced since its birth, continues to carry us through in the most challenging times. While some may have chided our conservative expansion over recent years . . . we believe that our diligent focus on operating margins and cash flow has given us an advantageous position to now - aggressively seek and capture opportunities!” continued Caporella.

“Today’s shopper is keenly aware of value and this has generated volume growth throughout our beverage portfolio. Confidence is America’s First Wish and consumers plus our long-standing investors recognize National Beverage Corp. rewards that wish with its zest to deliver taste – value – credence and results . . . ALL–WAYS!” proclaimed Caporella.

National Beverage is highly innovative, making it unique as a pace-setter in the changing soft-drink industry. Its lineup of refreshment products consisting of – energy drinks, recently-introduced fortified powders and supplements, and functionally enhanced juices and waters – are geared toward the lifestyle/health-conscious consumer.

Shasta® – Faygo® – Everfresh® and LaCroix® are aligned with Rip It® energy products to make National Beverage . . . America’s Flavor•Favorite – soft-drink company.

Fun, Flavor and Vitality . . . the National Beverage Way

CONTACT:
National Beverage Corp., Fort Lauderdale
Grace A. Keene, Office of the Chairman, 954-581-0922