Bloomin' Brands Announces Closure of 41 Underperforming Restaurants

The decision affects Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba's Italian Grill, and other brands, with plans to open new locations despite closures.

Bloomin' Brands, the parent company of Outback Steakhouse and other restaurant chains, has closed 41 'underperforming' locations across the United States.
The closures were attributed to a variety of factors, including declining sales, reduced customer traffic, and the high cost of updating older locations.
Despite the closures, Bloomin' Brands plans to open up to 45 new restaurants in 2024, reflecting confidence in its portfolio.
The company has not released a list of closed restaurants, but local reports indicate closures in multiple states, including every Outback location in Hawaii.
Outback Steakhouse is also rolling out a redesigned restaurant layout, aiming to enhance the dining experience and optimize delivery and take-away services.