Bahama Breeze to Close All Georgia Locations

Parent company Darden Restaurants shutters 14 locations nationwide, rebrands 14 others

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Duluth's Bahama Breeze restaurant on Breckenridge Boulevard will close its doors by April 5 as parent company Darden Restaurants shuts down 14 locations nationwide and rebrands 14 others. Another Georgia location in Kennesaw is also slated for conversion to a different Darden brand.

Why it matters

The closure of Bahama Breeze in Duluth is part of a broader restructuring by Darden Restaurants, one of the largest casual dining operators in the U.S. The move reflects the ongoing challenges facing the restaurant industry, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The details

Darden Restaurants, the parent company of Bahama Breeze, announced it will be closing 14 locations nationwide and rebranding 14 others. The Duluth Bahama Breeze on Breckenridge Boulevard will remain open through April 5 before closing, while the Kennesaw, Georgia location is slated for conversion to a different Darden brand.

  • The Duluth Bahama Breeze will close on April 5, 2026.
  • The Kennesaw, Georgia Bahama Breeze location will be rebranded to a different Darden concept.

The players

Darden Restaurants

One of the largest casual dining operators in the United States, owning and operating restaurant chains such as Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, and Bahama Breeze.

Bahama Breeze

A Caribbean-themed casual dining restaurant chain owned by Darden Restaurants, with locations across the United States.

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The takeaway

The closure of the Bahama Breeze in Duluth reflects the ongoing challenges facing the restaurant industry, as companies like Darden Restaurants work to optimize their portfolio of brands and locations. This move highlights the need for restaurants to adapt to changing consumer preferences and economic conditions in order to remain competitive.