Darden Restaurants, Bahama Breeze’s parent company, said in a statement that the closure was the “right decision because it will allow Bahama Breeze to focus on its highest pe

The iconic Caribbean-themed restaurant Bahama Breeze has closed 15 locations across the country, including two in South Florida, according to a company spokesperson. The company said it continually evaluates the performance of restaurants before deciding to shutter locations.

Bahama Breeze shocked employees and customers when it closed 15 restaurants across the U.S. this week. Five were in Florida.