The Olive Garden rival files its second Chapter 11 in five years, citing inflation and rising costs as key struggles.
Bravo Brio Restaurant Group has reduced its restaurant count to 38 after filing its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August 2025. The company, which operates Bravo and Brio brands, cited inflationary pressures and rising food costs as primary challenges.
In 2017, the company operated 118 locations, down from a peak of 130. The latest bankruptcy filing aims to close underperforming sites, restructure debt, and cut costs. The move follows a broader trend of restaurant chains struggling with economic headwinds.
Bravo Brio competes directly with Darden’s Olive Garden, highlighting sector-wide pressures in casual dining. No immediate market reaction was reported following the filing.