Adjusted diluted net earnings per share were $1.97, up 12.6% from last year.
Darden reported $3 billion in total sales, a 10% increase year-over-year, driven by 4.7% same-restaurant sales growth, acquisition of 103 Chuy's restaurants, and 22 net new restaurants.
Fine Dining segment sales increased 2.7% with 5 net new restaurants, but same-restaurant sales were slightly negative and segment profit margin declined.
LongHorn segment profit margin declined 60 basis points to 17.4%, pressured by higher beef costs and pricing below inflation.
Olive Garden segment profit margin was 20.6%, only 10 basis points below last year despite investments in affordability and delivery fees.
Other Business segment sales increased 22.5% with Chuy's acquisition and 3.3% same-restaurant sales growth, with segment profit margin up 90 basis points to 16.1%.
Restaurant-level EBITDA was 18.9%, 10 basis points lower than last year, impacted by delivery fees and brand mix changes.
Adjusted gross margin contracted 160 basis points to 61.7%, impacted by $9 million in additional tariffs despite mitigation efforts.
Adjusted net earnings per share were $1.26, slightly above guidance.
Adjusted operating profit was $28 million (7% margin), down from $57 million (13.5% margin) in prior year due to investments and challenging environment.
Adjusted SG&A expenses increased 5% to $224 million, driven by new store openings and higher employment and occupancy costs.
Consolidated net sales were $403 million in Q2 2025, down from $420 million in Q2 2024, near the midpoint of guidance ($395M-$415M).
Inventory increased 19% on LIFO basis, primarily due to tariff-related accelerated purchases and capitalized costs.
Long-term debt was $81 million, up from $31 million at fiscal 2024-end, reflecting capital expenditures and share repurchases.
Total company comparable sales declined 5% in Q2, consistent with guidance.