Darden Restaurants Announces Significant Expansion with 75-80 New Locations

Darden Restaurants, Inc. plans to open 75-80 new restaurant locations by fiscal year 2027, continuing an ambitious expansion strategy. This follows a successful fiscal 2026, where the company achieved over $13 billion in annual sales for the first time and saw adjusted earnings increase by 11.4% to $10.64 per share. The expansion aims to strengthen Darden's market presence and capitalize on its recent growth.