Olive Garden Set for Canadian Growth After Recipe Unlimited Acquisition
Hey everyone, have you heard the latest news in the Canadian dining scene? This one’s pretty exciting—especially if you’re a fan of warm breadsticks and hearty Italian-American classics. Olive Garden, the beloved U.S.-based restaurant chain, is about to get a lot more Canadian. Recipe Unlimited, one of the biggest restaurant companies in the country, has just acquired all of Olive Garden’s existing locations across Canada. That’s right—this isn’t just a small partnership or franchise update; it’s a full acquisition deal with plans for national expansion.
The acquisition was made through an agreement with Darden Restaurants Inc., the parent company of Olive Garden in the United States. While the financial details weren’t disclosed, what we do know is that eight Olive Garden locations in Canada are now officially under Recipe Unlimited’s wing. But that’s not all—along with the takeover, Recipe Unlimited has secured exclusive rights to develop and operate even more Olive Garden restaurants across the country.
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Frank Hennessey, CEO of Recipe Unlimited, says there's major potential to grow the Olive Garden brand in Canada. Considering how popular the chain already is in the U.S. with its casual atmosphere, family-friendly vibe, and generous portions, it's not hard to see why he’s optimistic.
If you’re not familiar with Recipe Unlimited, they’re the powerhouse behind brands like Swiss Chalet, East Side Mario’s, The Pickle Barrel, and more—so they clearly know what they’re doing when it comes to running successful restaurant chains in Canada. They already operate more than 1,200 locations across the country, and now Olive Garden is joining that impressive portfolio.
No specific timeline has been given for new locations yet, but the announcement confirms that plans are already in the works. So, if you’ve been craving Olive Garden’s signature pasta dishes or their unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks, you might be seeing one open near you in the not-so-distant future.
It’s a big move that could bring even more diversity and flavor to our local dining options—and for fans of comfort food with an Italian twist, this is definitely something to look forward to.
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