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Outback Steakhouse is an Australian-themed casual dining chain best known for steak, grill-forward entrees, and its iconic Bloomin’ Onion. Founded in 1988 in Tampa, Florida, Outback is part of Bloomin’ Brands, Inc., which also operates other restaurant concepts.
Below is the 2026 update using the most recently reported annual figures (fiscal year ended December 28, 2025, filed in February 2026) alongside clearly labeled historical comparisons.
Answer (2026 update): How many Outback Steakhouse restaurants are there?
- 666 total U.S. Outback Steakhouse restaurants (548 company-owned, 118 franchised) as of December 28, 2025 (reported in the FY 2025 annual filing).
- 675 total U.S. restaurants (553 company-owned, 122 franchised) one year earlier as of December 29, 2024.
Key Outback Steakhouse Metrics (Latest Reported)
| Metric | Value | Year / Date |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1988 (Tampa, Florida) | 1988 |
| Parent company | Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. | Current |
| U.S. Outback restaurants (total) | 666 | FY 2025 (as of Dec 28, 2025) |
| U.S. Outback (company-owned) | 548 | FY 2025 (as of Dec 28, 2025) |
| U.S. Outback (franchised) | 118 | FY 2025 (as of Dec 28, 2025) |
| U.S. Outback restaurants (total) | 675 | FY 2024 (as of Dec 29, 2024) |
| Comparable sales (U.S. Outback) | -0.5% | FY 2025 (YoY) |
| Comparable sales (U.S. Outback) | -1.2% | FY 2024 (YoY) |
| Traffic (U.S. Outback) | -1.2% | FY 2025 (YoY) |
| Traffic (U.S. Outback) | -4.2% | FY 2024 (YoY) |
| Average unit volume (AUV), U.S. Outback | $4.008M | FY 2025 |
| Average unit volume (AUV), U.S. Outback | $4.004M | FY 2024 |
Outback Steakhouse Footprint (2026 Update)
Based on the latest annual reporting, Outback Steakhouse finished fiscal year 2025 with 666 total U.S. restaurants. That total reflects 15 openings and 24 closures in the U.S. Outback system during the year (company-owned and franchised combined).
For context, Outback ended fiscal year 2024 with 675 U.S. restaurants. The year-over-year change is driven by net closures in 2025 even after new openings.
Performance Snapshot: Comparable Sales, Traffic, and Check
Restaurant operators often track performance using comparable restaurant sales (sales growth at locations open long enough to compare), along with traffic (guest counts) and average check (what guests spend per visit). For Outback’s U.S. business:
- Comparable sales: -0.5% in FY 2025 (vs. -1.2% in FY 2024)
- Traffic: -1.2% in FY 2025 (vs. -4.2% in FY 2024)
- Average check: +0.7% in FY 2025 (vs. +3.0% in FY 2024)
Average check can move due to menu pricing, mix, and discounting. Traffic trends are particularly important in casual dining because they reflect how many guests are choosing the brand versus alternatives.
Average Unit Volume (AUV)
AUV (average unit volume) estimates annual sales per restaurant on average and is commonly used to gauge concept health over time. Outback’s U.S. AUV was:
- $4.008M in FY 2025
- $4.004M in FY 2024
FAQ
How many Outback Steakhouse restaurants are there in 2026?
The most recent annual filing (fiscal year ended December 28, 2025, filed in February 2026) reports 666 total U.S. Outback Steakhouse restaurants (548 company-owned, 118 franchised).
Did Outback Steakhouse grow or shrink in 2025?
It shrunk in the U.S. on a net basis. The latest annual table shows 15 openings and 24 closures for U.S. Outback in fiscal year 2025, resulting in a lower year-end count (666) versus fiscal year 2024 (675).
What is comparable restaurant sales?
Comparable restaurant sales (often called “same-store sales”) measure year-over-year sales change at restaurants that have been open long enough to be compared fairly, helping separate operating performance from unit openings and closures.
What does AUV mean?
AUV stands for average unit volume—an estimate of average annual sales per restaurant. It’s a common way to track performance trends for restaurant concepts over time.
Why do restaurant counts vary across sources?
Counts can differ based on the reporting date (quarterly snapshots vs. year-end) and whether the source reports U.S.-only counts or includes additional markets and franchise systems.
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