The Bahama Breeze Island Grille has officially closed its doors, earlier than expected.
The Wake Forest Road location was originally scheduled to close on April 5, 2026, as part of a nationwide shutdown. However, the Raleigh location stopped operating on Sunday, March 8. This is weeks ahead of the previously announced closing date.
The restaurant was one of 14 Bahama Breeze locations nationwide slated for permanent closure. Parent company Darden Restaurants announced it would retire the brand following a strategic review. The company determined Bahama Breeze was no longer a major focus for its portfolio…