DARDEN RESTAURANTS INC

Darden Restaurants, Inc. owns and operates a diverse portfolio of full-service restaurant brands across the United States and Canada. Its primary brands include Olive Garden, known for Italian-inspired dishes; LongHorn Steakhouse, specializing in steaks and grilled favorites; Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, offering casual American fare; Chuy’s for Tex-Mex cuisine; Yard House with its extensive craft beer selection; Ruth’s Chris Steak House and The Capital Grille for upscale steakhouse experiences; Seasons 52 for fresh, lighter contemporary fare; Eddie V’s Prime Seafood for premium seafood; Bahama Breeze for Caribbean-inspired flavors; and The Capital Burger for gourmet burgers. Darden Restaurants, Inc. generates revenue predominantly from company-owned locations, supplemented by a modest network of franchised outlets and consumer-packaged goods sold through grocery channels. The company focuses on delivering value through menu innovations, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency in the competitive casual and fine dining sectors. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Darden Restaurants, Inc. stands as the largest operator in the U.S. full-service restaurant space.