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Stock-Based Compensation (Darden Stock Unit Activity) (Narrative) (Details) (Darden stock units, USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
May 26, 2013
May 27, 2012
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]    
Total stock unit liability $ 61.1 $ 50.3
Unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested stock options granted 43.0  
Unrecognized compensation cost, period of recognition, in years (years) 2 years 9 months 7 days  
Fair market value on grant date 13.4  
Other Current Liabilities
   
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]    
Current stock unit liability 19.9 11.1
Other Liabilities
   
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]    
Noncurrent stock unit liability $ 41.2 $ 39.2