Red Lobster

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Red Lobster is a U.S. chain of seafood restaurants. It is aimed at the mid-level "casual dining" segment of the market and features a variety of boiled, steamed, and fried seafood, most of which has previously beenfrozen.[link]

Company growth and franchises

Red Lobster was founded in 1968 by entrepreneurs Bill Darden and Joe Lee. Originally billed as a "Harbor for Seafood Lovers", the original restaurant in Lakeland, Florida was followed by several others throughout the Southeast. Today, there are over 600 Red Lobster locations throughout the United States and Canada. Although not many, few restaurants are located in Japan as well.

In 1995, Red Lobster (along with the Olive Garden, Smokey Bones BBQ and Grill, and Bahama Breeze) became part of Darden Restaurants.

Cheddar Bay Biscuits

Aside from its seafood, Red Lobster is also known for its Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Served free of charge to anyone eating a meal at the restaurant, the biscuits have become one of the restaurant's most popular items.

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