Our Portfolio Of Brands

Our Portfolioof Brands 1

OUR VISIONThank you for your interest in Darden Restaurants and our differentiated portfolio ofbrands that include Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen,Yard House, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Bahama Breeze and Eddie V’s.Darden’s history can be traced back to founder Bill Darden’s first restaurant, The Green Frog,which opened in 1938. Since that time, we have cultivated a diverse group of categoryleading concepts that together make us one of the largest full-service restaurant companiesin the world. Today, everything we do is rooted in our mission – to be financially successfulthrough great people consistently delivering outstanding food, drinks and service in aninviting atmosphere, making every guest loyal.As Darden continues to grow, International franchising will play a key role in that growth.As we explore these franchise opportunities, we’re excited to learn more about your company,the region of the world where you operate, and your organization’s capabilities and growthplans. We are specifically looking for well-qualified partners who have the interest andcapacity to take on one or more of our concepts through a franchising agreement.The following pages contain more information about Darden and each of our concepts,including their positioning, menu and restaurant design, and key financial metrics.We look forward to continuing the dialogue as you familiarize yourself with our portfolio.Respectfully,Gene LeePresident & CEODarden Restaurants, Inc.1

ABOUT DARDENINDUSTRY POSITIONThe largest full-service restaurantgroup in the worldPURPOSETo nourish and delighteveryone we serveSTRATEGYEnable our brands to competeand win in the markets theyserve by leveraging our fourcompetitive advantages andour operating philosophy2

7.81 BILLIONFORTUNE 500175,000DRI1,800 ORLANDO,FLORIDATotal SalesTeam MembersTotal RestaurantsListed 20 YearsNYSE Ticker SymbolRestaurant SupportCenterWEBSITEwww.darden.comFinancial information as of 5/31/20203

Olive GardenOLIVE GARDENWhere Great Food and Great FriendsCome TogetherThe essence of Olive Garden is Italy,Family and Value. It’s where families cometo celebrate time together.4

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From its beginning, Olive Garden has beendedicated to providing a warm andwelcoming dining experience to everyonewho walks in the door. These principles,combined with its delicious food, haveenabled Olive Garden to become the largest,most successful chain of Italian-themedrestaurants in the United States.OLIVE GARDENWe know that life is better together andeveryone is happiest when they’re withfamily, whether it’s immediate family,extended family or a family of friends. That’swhy we treat everyone who walks throughour doors like part of our family, sharing thefood we love with the people we love andspending the time we have, together.Inspired by Italian generosity and food madewith love, Olive Garden’s menu is alwayschanging and expanding to ensure that thereis always a new dish to try, a new flavor todiscover. From exciting new specials andclassic Italian favorites to a full menu ofappetizers, desserts, wines, gluten-free andnew lighter fare options, there’s somethingdelicious for everyone at Olive Garden.6

By the NumbersOLIVE GARDEN 4.0 BILLIONTotal Sales865 Number of Restaurants 4.6 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 19.50Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.olivegarden.com7Financial information as of 5/31/2020

Signature ItemsOLIVE GARDENChicken and Shrimp Carbonara9Soup/Salad/BreadsticksTour of ItalyLasagna Fritta

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LongHorn SteakhouseLONGHORNSTEAKHOUSEThe Making of a LegendLongHorn Steakhouse is all about Steak, Spices,Fire and Steel. Our flavorful, boldly seasonedsteaks and our grilling expertise truly set us apart.11

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LONGHORN STEAKHOUSEIn 1981, one man set out on a missionto bring legendary steak to the people ofAtlanta, Georgia. His passion for grillingwas great but business wasn’t quitebooming. Then, in 1982, a freaksnowstorm hit the city, strandingmotorists and driving them into thehospitable comforts of a joint calledLongHorn Steaks Restaurant & Saloon.Tales of the expertly grilled steaks spread,and the legend of LongHorn was born.Today, LongHorn continues the mission of grilling uplegendary steaks done right, the LongHorn way. Oursteaks are cut by hand, boldly seasoned and grilled toyour exact specifications. Our service delivers a CutAbove Experience every time.13

By the NumbersLONGHORN STEAKHOUSE 1.7 BILLIONTotal Sales520 Number of Restaurants 3.3 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 22.50Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.longhornsteakhouse.com14Financial information as of 5/31/2020

Signature ItemsLONGHORN STEAKHOUSEWild West ShrimpChocolate StampedeFlo’s FiletLongHorn Salmon

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KITCHENLONGHORN STEAKHOUSEBARWINECABINETDINING ROOM17

The Capital GrilleTHE CAPITAL GRILLEWe Wine. We Dine. We Dazzle.The Capital Grille has the feel of a private club opento the public and features hand-carved steaks dryaged in-house, and a distinctive wine platform.18

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THE CAPITAL GRILLEFrom the moment you step intoThe Capital Grille, the experience isone of comfortable elegance.Mahogany paneling and art decochandeliers provide a warm, statelysetting for our nationally renowneddry-aged steaks, fresh seafood andacclaimed world-class wines. Withservice as gracious as it is attentive,we look forward to impressing you.20

By the NumbersTHE CAPITAL GRILLE 405 MILLIONTotal Sales60 Number of Restaurants 6.8 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 84.00Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.thecapitalgrille.com21Financial information as of 5/31/2020

Signature ItemsTHE CAPITAL GRILLESea Scallops With Polenta and Summer CornPan-Fried Calamari With Hot Cherry PeppersBone-In Kona Crusted Dry AgedNY Strip With Shallot ButterLobster Mac ‘N’ Cheese

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Bahama BreezeBAHAMA BREEZECome in For Some HappinessBahama Breeze is your island oasis from theeveryday with food, drinks and music inspiredby a Caribbean way of life.25

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BAHAMA BREEZELike sunshine on your face, Bahama Breeze iswarm and welcoming. Paradise is just one perfectcocktail away, and the islands are so close youcan taste them. Explore island flavors, discoverlegendary cocktails and feel the energy ofrum-shaking live music.Bahama Breeze offers all your favorites: burgers,salads, seafood, chicken — all with an island flair.From trying jicama or plantains to jerk chicken pasta,you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time,discovering new flavors and favorites along the way.The legendary cocktails are made with fresh juicesand pressed sugarcane, an island expertise rarelyfound on the mainland, and the spirited drinksoften come with a story to tell with recipesgathered from the bars and hotels where theywere first made famous.Every evening, Bahama Breeze features live music.Classic Caribbean and reggae tunes get everyonehead-bobbin’ to the lively island jam. So sway tothe music, laugh with friends, feel your toes inthe sand and leave your watches and worries atthe door. Relax, you’re on island time!27

By the NumbersBAHAMA BREEZE 201 MILLIONTotal Sales40 Number of Restaurants 5.0 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 31.00Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.bahamabreeze.comFinancial information as of 5/31/202028

Signature ItemsCoconut ShrimpGrilled Salmon and Mixed Greens TostadaJerk ChickenTaste of Jamaica

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Yard HouseYARD HOUSEWhere Great Food Meets the Perfect PourYard House is the place for great food,classic rock and 100-plus beers on tap.32

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When the craft beer revolution began nearly20 years ago, Yard House was there pioneeringthe way. Taking its vast experience with brewsand breweries and coupling it with a kitchenthat prepares over 100 items made fromscratch daily, Yard House has become amodern American gathering place wherefood and beer lovers unite.With as much enthusiasm for what’s trendingin beer as what’s cropping up on today’sinnovative menus, Yard House is filled witha vibrant energy. Maybe it’s the 4,000 gallonsof beer that flow through the keg room, thecarefully crafted playlist of classic and newrock music, or the menu that reads like a roadtrip across America. Whatever it is, it’s a placemade for having a good time.YARD HOUSE34

By the NumbersYARD HOUSE 528 MILLIONTotal Sales80 Number of Restaurants 6.5 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 32.00Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.yardhouse.com35Financial information as of 5/31/2020

Signature ItemsYARD HOUSEStreet TacosNashville Hot ChickenRibeye and ShrimpGardein Firecracker Wings

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Seasons 52SEASONS 52The Best of Each Season.Straight to Your Table.Seasons 52 celebrates living well withseasonally inspired artisanal food, wine and spirits.39

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SEASONS 52Seasons 52 is a fresh grill and wine bar that offers a seasonal menuinspired by the fresh appeal of a farmer’s market and what’s good now.We use ingredients at their peak and rustic cooking techniques, likebrick-oven roasting and open-fire grilling over oak and mesquite,which bring out the natural flavors of food.Our menu is paired with an ever-changing collection of more than100 wines, with 52 available by the glass, along with exceptionalsignature handcrafted cocktails.Enjoy music and laughter in our vibrant wine bar. Or host a group atour Chef’s Table or in a private dining room.There’s always something new to discover at Seasons 52.41

By the NumbersSEASONS 52 215 MILLIONTotal Sales40 Number of Restaurants 4.9 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 46.50Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.seasons52.com42Financial information as of 5/31/2020

Signature ItemsAsian-Glazed Chilean SeabassMini IndulgencesSummer Corn SoupFlatbread

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Eddie V’s Prime SeafoodEDDIE V’SPRIME SEAFOODHere’s to Living It UpEddie V’s is the modern-day Gatsby. It’s the destinationfor a glamorous night out, featuring fresh seafood anda vibrant, high-energy lounge with live jazz.46

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EDDIE V’SPRIME SEAFOODThe comfortably sophisticated environment,sparkling atmosphere and sounds of livejazz set the tone for an exceptional diningexperience. Eddie V’s charismatic vibedraws you in and holds you close, invitesyou to be seen, or sit back and just savor.Seafood is what we’re known for, but ourspecialty is excellence. Fish, includingswordfish from Block Island andscallops from Georges Bank, arrive dailyfrom pristine waters around the world.From making fresh tortillas by hand forour lobster tacos to including a full halfpound of crab meat in our signaturecrab cake, our intent is to preparethe finest meal you’ve ever had.48

EDDIE V’SPRIME SEAFOODBy the Numbers 136 MILLIONTotal Sales20 Number of Restaurants 6.0 MILLIONAverage Restaurant SalesPer Year 103.00Average Check Per PersonWEBSITEwww.eddiev.com49Financial information as of 5/31/2020

EDDIE V’SPRIME SEAFOODSignature ItemsTartare of Pacific Ahi TunaMiso Glazed HalibutSwordfish SteakColdwater Lobster Tails

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Cheddar’s Scratch KitchenCHEDDAR’SSCRATCH KITCHENWhere We’re Coming FromCheddar’s Scratch Kitchen is about doing things the rightway instead of the easy way. We invest time and effort toprepare your meal by hand using simple, honest ingredients.53

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