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Darden Restaurants Faces Pressure to Improve Speed Amid Declining Sales
Earnings // September 19, 2024

In an increasingly fast-paced dining landscape, Darden Restaurants is under pressure to improve operational efficiency across its diverse portfolio, which includes Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, and fine dining establishments like The Capital Grille. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Darden Sees Fine-Dining Comparable Sales Drop Amid Inflation, Job Concerns
Earnings // June 20, 2024

Darden Restaurants saw its same-store sales slip at its fine dining locations amid consumers’ concerns about inflation and the job market. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Darden’s Sales Climb Even as Lower-Income Diners Stay Home
Earnings // March 21, 2024

Olive Garden owner Darden has seen a drop in lower-income diners patronizing its restaurants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

Darden Says Boosting Brands Pays Off Better Than Promotions
Restaurant innovation // September 22, 2023

Darden Restaurants, the parent company of popular dining chains including Olive Garden, The Capital Grille and LongHorn Steakhouse, has adopted a strategic shift in its marketing approach. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Interviews & Exclusives
How Olive Garden Is Helping Set The Digital QSR Innovation Table

September 23, 2019
To-go service is getting more important, and online ordering still needs to be made simpler. Those are among the main lessons from the latest report that helps to detail digital and mobile progress in the world of quick-service restaurants (QSRs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free […]

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Darden Restaurant Sales Grow Despite Fine Dining Pullback

December 19, 2024
Darden Restaurants’ sales climbed this quarter despite diners shying away from its fine-dining establishments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing […]

Darden Sees Fine-Dining Comparable Sales Drop Amid Inflation, Job Concerns

June 20, 2024
Darden Restaurants saw its same-store sales slip at its fine dining locations amid consumers’ concerns about inflation and the job market. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Darden’s Sales Climb Even as Lower-Income Diners Stay Home

March 21, 2024
Olive Garden owner Darden has seen a drop in lower-income diners patronizing its restaurants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Darden Says Boosting Brands Pays Off Better Than Promotions

September 22, 2023
Darden Restaurants, the parent company of popular dining chains including Olive Garden, The Capital Grille and LongHorn Steakhouse, has adopted a strategic shift in its marketing approach. Get the Full...