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With a market cap of $24.3 billion, Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) is one of the largest full-service dining restaurant operators in the U.S. and Canada, with over 1,700 locations. The Orlando, Florida-based company owns and operates over 1,700 restaurants under well-known brands such as Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, The Capital Grille, and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen.
Companies valued at $10 billion or more are generally classified as “large-cap” stocks, and Darden Restaurants fits this criterion perfectly. With a diverse portfolio of casual and fine dining concepts, Darden offers a wide range of menu options, from Italian classics to premium steaks and seafood.