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Darden Delivers Strong Q3 as Sales Climb 5.9% YOY
Darden Restaurants reported solid growth in its third quarter of fiscal 2026, with total sales rising 5.9% year-over-year (YOY) to $3.3 billion. This increase was driven by a blended same-restaurant sales gain of 4.2% and contributions from 31 net new restaurant openings.
"We delivered a strong quarter," said Darden President & CEO Rick Cardenas. "We continue to outperform the industry same-restaurant sales benchmark, and this quarter we widened that gap as Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House, and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen each significantly...
Darden Restaurants Outlines Strategic Changes for Bahama Breeze Banner
Today, Darden Restaurants announced that it has completed its exploration of strategic alternatives for its Bahama Breeze banner, following previous discussions of potentially selling or introducing other Darden brands at those locations.
The company has now confirmed both decisions: 14 Bahama Breeze locations will permanently close, while space from the remaining 14 stores will be used for other restaurants within the Darden umbrella.
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