Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.28
Is Darden Restaurants, Inc.’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
Darden Restaurants, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.28 is 40% below its 5-year average of 0.47, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.24–0.91).
As of Friday, June 19, 2026. 7.69% above its 12-month average of 0.26.
DRI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
DRI Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
DRI Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart
DRI Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
0.28
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM
0.26
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y
0.35
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y
0.47
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y
0.46
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y
0.38
QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y
0.34
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+7.69%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-18.84%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-39.78%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-39.73%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-26.45%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-17.77%
DRI Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) | $24.45B | 0.28 | 0.26 | 0.35 | 0.47 |
| Ralph Lauren Corporation (RL)vs › | $25.19B | 1.55 | 1.44 | 1.52 | 1.50 |
| Smurfit Westrock Plc (SW)vs › | $23.18B | 0.95 | 0.92 | 1.01 | 1.03 |
| Rivian Automotive, Inc. (RIVN)vs › | $20.76B | 1.89 | 2.79 | 3.59 | 5.54 |
| SharkNinja, Inc. (SN)vs › | $19.93B | 1.47 | 1.30 | 1.22 | 1.21 |
| Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA)vs › | $19.61B | 0.43 | 0.52 | 0.59 | 0.64 |
| International Paper Company (IP)vs › | $19.50B | 1.02 | 1.06 | 1.07 | 1.12 |
| Flutter Entertainment plc (FLUT)vs › | $17.75B | 0.95 | 0.95 | 0.91 | 0.89 |
| Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY)vs › | $31.22B | 0.60 | 0.54 | 0.52 | 0.53 |
| Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS)vs › | $32.28B | 1.13 | 0.93 | 1.22 | 1.51 |
Liquidity Comparison
Quick Ratio
0.28
Excludes inventory
Current Ratio
0.42
Includes inventory
Darden Restaurants, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition
Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities
The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Darden Restaurants, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ
- What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.28.
- Is Darden Restaurants, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
- Darden Restaurants, Inc.'s quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.28 is 40% below its 5-year average of 0.47, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.24–0.91).
- What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.26.
- What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.35.
- What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.47.
- What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.46.
- What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.38.
- What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI)?
- The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for DRI stock is 0.34.
Darden Restaurants, Inc. Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History
| DATE | QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-25 | 0.28 |
| 2024-05-26 | 0.24 |
| 2023-05-31 | 0.37 |
| 2022-05-29 | 0.49 |
| 2021-05-30 | 0.91 |
| 2020-05-31 | 0.50 |
| 2019-05-31 | 0.46 |
| 2018-05-31 | 0.25 |
| 2017-05-31 | 0.32 |
| 2016-05-31 | 0.54 |
| 2015-05-31 | 0.75 |
| 2014-05-31 | 1.10 |
| 2013-05-31 | 0.29 |
| 2012-05-31 | 0.20 |
| 2011-05-31 | 0.28 |
| 2010-05-31 | 0.36 |
| 2009-05-31 | 0.28 |
| 2008-05-31 | 0.22 |
| 2007-05-31 | 0.31 |
| 2006-05-31 | 0.17 |
| 2005-05-31 | 0.16 |
| 2004-05-31 | 0.22 |
| 2003-05-31 | 0.24 |
| 2002-05-31 | 0.46 |
| 2001-05-31 | 0.32 |
| 2000-05-31 | 0.24 |
| 1999-05-31 | 0.34 |
| 1998-05-31 | 0.39 |
| 1997-05-31 | 0.43 |
| 1996-05-31 | 0.38 |
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About Darden Restaurants, Inc.
Darden Restaurants, Inc., through its various subsidiaries, focuses on the ownership and operation of full-service dining establishments across both the United States and Canada. As of May 29, 2022, the company's extensive portfolio comprised 1,867 directly managed restaurants. These included a significant presence from its flagship brands: 884 Olive Garden outlets, 546 LongHorn Steakhouse locations, 172 Cheddar's Scratch Kitchens, 85 Yard House venues, 62 Capital Grille branches, 45 Seasons 52 restaurants, 42 Bahama Breeze sites, 28 Eddie V's Prime Seafood establishments, and 3 Capital Burger eateries. In addition to its owned operations, Darden also oversees 60 franchised restaurants, specifically 35 Olive Garden units, 18 LongHorn Steakhouse units, 4 Cheddar's Scratch Kitchens, 2 Capital Grille locations, and 1 Bahama Breeze restaurant. The company, which originated in 1968, is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Ricardo Cardenas