Founded in California in 1996, Yard House was purchased by Darden Restaurants in 2012 and now operates out of Orlando, Florida. The chain began its East Coast expansion in the Boston area in 2010.

With locations in Glenview and Lombard, Yard House is set to open its third suburban location in July or August as part of the Hawthorn Mall redevelopment at 950 Milwaukee Ave. in Vernon Hills.

Founded in California in 1996, Yard House was purchased by Darden Restaurants in 2012 and now operates out of Orlando, Florida. The chain began its East Coast expansion in the Boston area in 2010.

A major nationwide sports bar chain is shutting down its only location in Connecticut. Yard House, which has over 80 restaurants located around the country, has decided to close its business in ...