— The final “island” in the Garden State is officially disappearing. Darden Restaurants announced on February 3, 2026, that it is retiring the Bahama Breeze brand nationwide. For New Jersey, this means the permanent closure of the Cherry Hill location, the very last of the chain’s presence in the state.
New Jersey’s Last Island Closes: Cherry Hill Bahama Breeze Set for Final Farewell
The restaurant, a prominent fixture at the Cherry Hill Mall, will officially cease operations on April 5, 2026.
The End of the Road in New Jersey
This closure marks the final chapter for Bahama Breeze in New Jersey. The state saw a significant shift in May 2025 when Darden abruptly shuttered four other underperforming locations across the state. At that time, the Cherry Hill site was spared, becoming the brand’s sole survivor in the region…