Darden Restaurants, Inc. reported $13.2109B in FY2026 sales and $1.2067B in net earnings for the 53-week year ended May 31, 2026. The company is led by Ricardo Cardenas and operates Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar's, Yard House, Ruth's Chris, The Capital Grille, Eddie V's, Seasons 52, Bahama Breeze, Chuy's, and The Capital Burger.
How Darden Restaurants Makes Money
Darden earns revenue primarily from company-owned restaurant sales, including food, beverages, gift cards, and off-premise orders.
Latest Financial Snapshot
FY2026 sales were $13.2109B, and net earnings were $1.2067B.
Why The Company Matters
Darden matters because it is one of the largest full-service restaurant operators in the United States and owns several category-defining dining brands.
