LongHorn Steakhouse is an American casual dining restaurant chain best known for serving various kinds of steak and having Western/Texas-themed decor. In addition to steak, the menu also includes ribs, chicken, salmon, lobster, shrimp, and salads. Founded in Atlanta, GA in 1981, the chain was acquired by Darden Restaurants, Inc. in 2007 (formerly owned by RARE Hospitality, Inc.). As of September 2023, Longhorn operated over 550 locations, primarily throughout the Eastern United States. As of 2023, Longhorn Steakhouse restaurants accounted for $2.61 billion of the $10.48 billion revenue of its parent company, Darden Restaurants, Inc. 

Darden Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: DRI) is an American multi-brand restaurant operator. In 1995, General Mills decided to spin off its restaurant chains to focus on consumer food products; the new company was named Darden Restaurants, Inc.. Over the years, they have grown into 6 casual dining restaurant chains (Olive Garden Italian Restaurant, LongHorn Steakhouse, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, Yard House, and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen) and 2 fine dining restaurant chains (Eddie V's and The Capital Grille). Darden Restaurants now owns and operates more than 1,900 restaurant locations and employs over 190,000 people, making it the largest full-service restaurant company in America. The company has an investment grade credit rating of BBB from Standard & Poor’s and a long-term rating of Baa2 from Moody’s. In March 2024, the company had a market cap of $19.95B and a 2023 revenue of $11.01B.. Darden Restaurants, Inc. is headquartered in Orlando, FL.