Shift in Rankings
has surpassed to become America's leading casual dining chain, ending Olive Garden's seven-year reign.
The top three chains now consist of Texas Roadhouse, Chili’s, and Olive Garden, with Texas Roadhouse achieving a significant sales increase.
Financial Performance and Industry Trends
In 2024, Texas Roadhouse saw a 14.7% increase in sales, reaching $5.5 billion, while Olive Garden's sales grew by only 0.8% to $5.2 billion.
Despite industry challenges, chains like Chili’s and LongHorn Steakhouse also reported sales increases, whereas others like Red Lobster and Applebee’s faced declines.