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The closures of underperforming stores leave the Caribbean-inspired casual-dining chain with about 30 locations. Darden also closed a few locations in its Seasons 52 and Eddie V’s concepts.

The fast-casual chain is moving into new locations, formats and markets amid a growth push to diversify the portfolio and meet guests where they are.

A Deeper Dive: Michelle Korsmo, CEO of the National Restaurant Association, joins the restaurant finance podcast to talk about tariffs, immigration and the state of the restaurant business.

The fast-food giant plans to target late-night diners this summer, with the vast majority of its restaurants open until midnight or later.