Independent menu hub · Updated July 2026
Pull up a chair and browse 147 pictured menu choices with prices and calories. We’ll help you compare pasta, lunch, dinner, family meals and catering without making the whole thing feel like homework.
Status: the 2026 season is running now and is scheduled to end Nov. 22, 2026.
Dates, price and rulesThis season: the $100 Pasta Pass, the new Spicy Alfredo and the Crispy Shrimp Fritta topping.
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We connect category, dish, dietary and deal questions so you can move from a broad idea to the right menu choice without starting over.
Deals
2026 season: Aug. 31 to Nov. 22, 2026. We’ve put live promotion terms, regular pasta pricing, eligible sauces, protein upgrades and take-home restrictions side by side so you can choose with more confidence. Before you order, check official announcement, start and end dates, participation, dine-in terms and current price for your restaurant.
Prices
Local price: Check the selected restaurant. We’ve put a solo entrée, a two-person meal, a family order and catering trays by complete estimated spend side by side so you can choose with more confidence. Before you order, check the selected restaurant, order channel, taxes, substitutions, promotion terms and final cart total for your restaurant.
Deals
Current seasonal feature: Calabrian Summer. Here, we walk you through seasonal entrées, bundles, lunch value, rewards and location-specific offers. We’ll also show you where to check today’s official menu, account offers, local participation, dates and exclusions for your restaurant. We keep the serving, location and date visible so you can choose with fewer surprises.
Lunch
Lunch-sized range: 370–920 calories. We’ve put lunch-sized classics, soup-salad-breadsticks and full entrées by time, portion and value side by side so you can choose with more confidence. Before you order, check weekday availability, the local lunch cutoff, current prices and holiday schedules for your restaurant.
Catering
Individual pan yield: 4–6 people. Here, we walk you through pasta trays, combination packages, salad, breadsticks, soup, desserts and add-on proteins. We’ll also show you where to check servings, lead time, delivery or pickup, setup, utensils, reheating and final quote for your restaurant.
Allergens
Facility status: Not allergen-free. Here, we walk you through ingredient declarations, allergen flags, modifications and kitchen cross-contact as separate questions. We’ll also show you where to check the latest official allergen guide and the restaurant team handling the actual order for your restaurant.
Soup Menu
Soup comparison depth: Four individual soups. Here, we walk you through Chicken & Gnocchi, Zuppa Toscana, Pasta e Fagioli and Minestrone by base, texture, calories and pairing. We’ll also show you where to check today’s soup rotation, serving format, refill terms, price, nutrition and allergens for your restaurant.
Let’s start with a category
We organized 13 sections and 147 dish details for quick browsing. Open the full menu when you want descriptions, planning help and the complete category list.
Chicken, seafood and baked classics.
16 items · Read guideCreamy, tomato-based and baked choices.
8 items · Read guideShareable starts for the table.
8 items · Read guideLighter starts and familiar combinations.
4 items · Read guideMidday portions and timing guidance.
10 items · Read guideChocolate, tiramisu and sweet finishes.
6 items · Read guideLemonade, tea, coffee and more.
10 items · Read guideFamiliar options for smaller appetites.
10 items · Read guideFull menu · 147 pictured choices
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The classics
Comforting pasta, chicken, seafood and baked dishes for a full Italian-American meal.
The Olive Garden entrees menu covers the widest range of full-size plates, from Alfredo and baked pasta to breaded chicken, seafood and combination dishes. Choosing a direction before comparing prices makes the list much easier to use.
The Olive Garden entrees menu includes 16 items, from Spaghetti with Meat Sauce at $12.99 (640 cal) up to Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo at $31.99 (1,200 cal).
Read the complete entrees guide
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Grilled chicken is served over fettuccine in creamy Alfredo sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Chicken and shrimp bring two proteins to a full-size pasta-style entrée. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Shrimp is paired with a creamy carbonara-style pasta preparation. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Breaded chicken is topped with marinara and melted Italian cheeses. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Lasagna Classico, Chicken Parmigiana and Fettuccine Alfredo share one combination plate. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Shrimp is served with fettuccine and creamy Alfredo sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Spaghetti is finished with a tomato-based meat sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Layered pasta combines meat sauce, ricotta and melted cheese. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Fettuccine is coated in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Cheese-filled tortelloni is paired with grilled chicken and Alfredo sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Stuffed chicken is paired with mushrooms and a Marsala-style sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Steak, Gorgonzola and Alfredo pasta create a rich beef-and-cheese combination. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Shrimp, vegetables and pasta are served in a garlic-forward sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Seafood and fettuccine are combined with creamy Alfredo sauce. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Ziti is baked with marinara, Alfredo and a five-cheese topping. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
Cheese-filled ravioli is served with marinara or meat sauce, depending on the selected option. Compare it with other full-size plates by protein, sauce, listed calories and the complete local-cart price.
A practical way to choose
Start with protein and sauce, then decide whether you want one focused dish or a combination plate. Chicken Alfredo and Shrimp Alfredo suit a creamy-pasta craving, while Chicken Parmigiana and Lasagna Classico move toward marinara, melted cheese and a baked finish. Calories describe the listed plate; additions and drinks are separate.
Choose creamy Alfredo, tomato-led marinara or a lighter garlic direction before comparing dishes with different proteins.
A single pasta, breaded chicken entrée and three-part sampler solve different portion and variety needs.
Check upgrades, added protein, beverages and your selected restaurant’s final cart instead of budgeting from one entrée line.
Start here
Shareable plates and warm bread for the table before the main course arrives.
The Olive Garden appetizers menu mixes small bites with substantial sharing plates. Fried Mozzarella, Stuffed Ziti Fritta, Calamari and Spinach-Artichoke Dip differ more in portion style and richness than their place at the start of the meal suggests.
The Olive Garden appetizers menu includes 8 items, from Breadsticks (V) at $4.49 (140 cal) up to Shrimp Fritto Misto at $13.49 (1,280 cal).
Read the complete appetizers guide
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Breaded mozzarella is fried and served with warm marinara. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Cheese-filled pasta bites are fried and paired with dipping sauces. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Breaded calamari is served as a shareable seafood starter with sauce. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Soft garlic-topped breadsticks are packaged for the table to share. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Meatballs are topped with marinara and melted cheese for a substantial starter. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Creamy spinach-and-artichoke dip is served with bread or crisps for scooping. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Breaded lasagna pieces are fried and served with sauce and cheese. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
Fried shrimp and vegetables form a larger mixed appetizer for sharing. Treat the displayed calories as the complete starter unless the current menu states a per-piece serving.
A practical way to choose
Count the people at the table and how much food follows. Fried pieces are simple to divide, while a dip needs enough bread or crisps and a seafood platter may feel closer to a small meal. The displayed calories can describe the complete appetizer, not each person’s share, and dipping sauces may add another component.
Estimate pieces or scoops per guest so a starter does not disappear before everyone tries it.
Pair a rich main with a lighter starter, or skip another cheese-heavy course when the entrée already supplies it.
Check whether marinara, ranch or another dip is included and whether the selected sauce changes calories or allergens.
Bring everyone to the table
Large pans and bundles designed for a group meal. Serves and prices vary by location.
The Olive Garden family style menu replaces individual entrées with pans, bundles and sides intended for several diners. Serving ranges matter as much as the total price because a tray for four to six and a larger event package are not direct substitutes.
The Olive Garden family style menu includes 15 items, from Homemade Soups (Serves 6) at $20.29 (850–1,870 cal) up to Large Family-Style Lasagna Bundle at $94.99 (13,030 cal).
Read the complete family style guide
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Grilled chicken is served over fettuccine in creamy Alfredo sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Breaded chicken is topped with marinara and melted Italian cheeses. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Fettuccine is coated in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Shrimp is served with fettuccine and creamy Alfredo sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Ziti is baked with marinara, Alfredo and a five-cheese topping. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Spaghetti is finished with a tomato-based meat sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Spaghetti is served with a tomato-forward marinara sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Cheese-filled tortelloni is paired with grilled chicken and Alfredo sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Layered pasta combines meat sauce, ricotta and melted cheese. This shared format is marked serves up to 6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Jumbo House Salad + 12 Breadsticks is shown in the family style section with its listed serving details. This shared format is marked serves 6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total. Check locally: Family and catering values conflict; verify the live item.
Chicken and shrimp are combined with pasta in a creamy carbonara-style sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total. Check locally: This value appears inconsistent with the catering listing.
Shrimp, vegetables and pasta are served in a garlic-forward sauce. This shared format is marked serves 4–6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Family-Style Lasagna Bundle is shown in the family style section with its listed serving details. This shared format is intended for several diners; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
Large Family-Style Lasagna Bundle is shown in the family style section with its listed serving details. This shared format is intended for several diners; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
A group container can be filled with an available soup selected from the current catering menu. This shared format is marked serves 6; confirm included sides and the live bundle total.
A practical way to choose
Work backward from the number of adults, children and expected leftovers. Choose a familiar main, add contrast only where the group needs it, then confirm whether salad and breadsticks are included. A similarly named family pan and catering tray can carry different contents, yields and prices.
Use the stated serving range as a planning estimate and adjust for appetite, children and desired leftovers.
Check the entrée pan, salad, breadsticks and extras separately instead of assuming every package includes the same sides.
Divide the complete local-cart total by realistic portions, including pickup, delivery or add-on costs.
Made for comfort
From creamy Alfredo to baked pasta, these are the bowls people come back for.
The Olive Garden pasta menu is easiest to navigate by sauce, pasta shape and protein. Fettuccine, ziti, tortelloni and manicotti hold sauce differently, while chicken, shrimp and seafood versions can change both the price and the weight of the meal.
The Olive Garden pasta menu includes 8 items, from Three-Meat Manicotti at $8.49 (720–2,260 cal) up to Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo at $29.49 (1,980 cal).
Read the complete pasta guidePrices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Cheese-filled tortelloni is paired with grilled chicken and Alfredo sauce. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Ziti is baked with marinara, Alfredo and a five-cheese topping. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Filled manicotti is built around a three-meat preparation with sauce and cheese. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Cheese-filled manicotti is topped with marinara and melted mozzarella. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Grilled chicken is served over fettuccine in creamy Alfredo sauce. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Shrimp is served with fettuccine and creamy Alfredo sauce. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Fettuccine is coated in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
Seafood and fettuccine are combined with creamy Alfredo sauce. Match the sauce, filling and protein to the exact serving format before comparing its price with another pasta dish.
A practical way to choose
Choose creamy Alfredo, marinara, meat sauce or a baked-cheese direction first. Next decide whether you want long noodles, filled pasta or a baked dish. Four-Cheese Manicotti is a filled, marinara-topped option; Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo combines filled pasta, grilled chicken and a much richer sauce profile.
Alfredo is the richest direction, while marinara and garlic-led dishes offer a different balance.
Filled and baked pasta emphasizes cheese and texture; long noodles put more attention on sauce and protein.
Match lunch, dinner, family and catering formats before treating a lower listed price as better value.
Evening menu snapshot
Full-size evening dishes kept separate so dinner prices are not mixed with lunch or family portions.
The Olive Garden dinner menu centers on full-size evening dishes rather than smaller weekday lunch portions. It is the right place to compare the entrée, any shared starter, beverages and dessert as one complete sit-down meal.
The Olive Garden dinner menu includes 13 items, from Pasta e Fagioli (cup) at $6.49 up to New York Strip at $25.49.
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Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Breaded mozzarella is fried and served with warm marinara. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Baked mushroom caps are filled for a warm, savory starter. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Breaded calamari is served as a shareable seafood starter with sauce. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Beans, pasta and vegetables are served in a tomato-based broth. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Italian sausage, potato and kale are combined in a creamy soup. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Grilled chicken is served over fettuccine in creamy Alfredo sauce. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Shrimp, vegetables and pasta are served in a garlic-forward sauce. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Layered pasta combines meat sauce, ricotta and melted cheese. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Breaded eggplant is topped with marinara and melted cheese. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Grilled salmon is seasoned with herbs and served as a protein-led entrée. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
A grilled strip steak provides a beef-centered dinner option. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Ziti is baked with marinara, Alfredo and a five-cheese topping. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
Fettuccine is coated in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce. The dinner price row does not supply a matching calorie value, so verify the exact serving before comparing nutrition. Check locally: The dinner table lists a price but no row-level calorie value.
A practical way to choose
Begin with the kind of plate you want: creamy pasta, tomato-based baked food, breaded chicken, seafood or a combination. A dinner dish may share a name with a lunch favorite while using a different serving and price. Check the exact local listing before moving a number from one meal period to another.
A combination plate offers variety; a single pasta or protein gives the meal a clearer center.
Starter, soup or salad, breadsticks, drinks and dessert can change both the bill and the calorie total.
Refills and course timing belong to dine-in, while packaging and travel shape the takeout experience.
A lighter start
Warm soups, crisp greens and combinations made for a quick lunch or first course.
The Olive Garden soups & salads menu ranges from vegetable-forward Minestrone and tomato-and-bean Pasta e Fagioli to creamy Chicken & Gnocchi and sausage-and-potato Zuppa Toscana. The serving format determines whether you are comparing a bowl, a combination or food for a group.
The Olive Garden soups & salads menu includes 4 items, from Zuppa Toscana (cup) at $6.49 (220 cal) up to Soup, Salad & Breadsticks at $13.49 (400–520 cal).
Read the complete soups & salads guide
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Italian sausage, potato and kale are combined in a creamy soup. Confirm whether the selected restaurant is offering a cup, bowl, combination or group container.
Beans, pasta and vegetables are served in a tomato-based broth. Confirm whether the selected restaurant is offering a cup, bowl, combination or group container.
Vegetables, beans and pasta are served in a tomato broth. Confirm whether the selected restaurant is offering a cup, bowl, combination or group container. Check locally: Homemade soups are grouped at this listed price.
Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is shown in the soups & salads section with its listed serving details. Confirm whether the selected restaurant is offering a cup, bowl, combination or group container.
A practical way to choose
Choose by broth and texture before focusing on calories. Minestrone is the clearest vegetable-led option, Pasta e Fagioli adds beans and pasta, and the creamy soups bring a richer texture. Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is a full combination whose total depends on the soup, dressing, breadsticks and refills actually consumed.
Compare tomato broth, vegetables, beans, potato, sausage, chicken and gnocchi according to the bowl you want.
A cup, combination and group container have different prices, quantities and nutrition contexts.
Include dressing, breadsticks and refills instead of treating one soup value as the total meal.
Midday favorites
Smaller portions and faster combinations for a weekday meal without the dinner-sized commitment.
The Olive Garden lunch menu is built around smaller portions and weekday timing. Official Lunch-Sized Favorites are promoted Monday through Friday before 3 p.m.; participation, exact hours and local prices can still vary by restaurant.
The Olive Garden lunch menu includes 10 items, from Soup, Salad & Breadsticks at $13.49 (400–520 cal) up to Spaghetti & Meatballs at $15.49 (610–680 cal).
Read the complete lunch guidePrices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Layered pasta combines meat sauce, ricotta and melted cheese. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Breaded chicken is topped with marinara and melted Italian cheeses. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Fettuccine is coated in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Shrimp, vegetables and pasta are served in a garlic-forward sauce. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
A lunch-size spaghetti serving can be paired with the sauce offered by the selected restaurant. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Breaded eggplant is topped with marinara and melted cheese. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Spaghetti & Meatballs is shown in the lunch section with its listed serving details. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Cheese-filled ravioli is served with marinara or meat sauce, depending on the selected option. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Ziti is baked with marinara, Alfredo and a five-cheese topping. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is shown in the lunch section with its listed serving details. This is a smaller weekday lunch serving, subject to the selected restaurant’s hours and availability.
A practical way to choose
Check the clock before comparing anything else. A familiar name such as Lasagna Classico, Fettuccine Alfredo or Chicken Parmigiana can represent a smaller lunch serving, so compare it with the corresponding dinner dish by portion and included course—not price alone. Delivery and holiday menus may not follow the same midday availability.
Confirm the weekday, local lunch cutoff and selected ordering channel before planning around a lunch price.
Use lunch-specific calories and portion details; an identical name does not make lunch and dinner plates equal.
Add the selected soup or salad, dressing, breadsticks, drink and any upgrade to understand the complete meal.
Save room
Layered cakes, tiramisu and warm sweets for the part of dinner everyone remembers.
The Olive Garden desserts menu moves from dense chocolate layers and coffee-soaked tiramisu to strawberry-topped cheesecake and warm doughnuts. Pictures show the style, but portion, toppings and dipping sauces decide how well each dessert fits the table.
The Olive Garden desserts menu includes 6 items, from Warm Italian Doughnuts (V) at $11.49 (810 cal) up to Black Tie Mousse Cake (V) at $12.49 (750 cal).
Read the complete desserts guide
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Layered chocolate cake, mousse and chocolate topping create a dense dessert. Check the complete portion, topping and sauce when comparing price, calories or shareability.
Chocolate cake, mousse and ganache are layered in one slice. Check the complete portion, topping and sauce when comparing price, calories or shareability.
Espresso-soaked cake layers are paired with mascarpone cream and cocoa. Check the complete portion, topping and sauce when comparing price, calories or shareability.
Vanilla cake, strawberries and cream create a fruit-led slice. Check the complete portion, topping and sauce when comparing price, calories or shareability.
Warm fried dough pieces are served with a sweet dipping sauce. Check the complete portion, topping and sauce when comparing price, calories or shareability.
Cheesecake is finished with a strawberry topping. Check the complete portion, topping and sauce when comparing price, calories or shareability.
A practical way to choose
Black Tie Mousse Cake and Chocolate Lasagna suit a strong chocolate craving; Tiramisu is coffee-forward; Sicilian Cheesecake adds a fruit topping; Warm Italian Doughnuts arrive as pieces with sauce. Decide whether the table wants one slice, a shareable warm dessert or something that travels well before comparing prices.
Coffee or fruit can contrast a rich entrée, while layered chocolate keeps the final course deliberately intense.
A slice and a plate of warm doughnuts divide differently, so portion by the number of people who actually want dessert.
Sauces, fruit toppings, cold layers and warm fried pieces affect calories, allergens and how well dessert travels.
Pour something good
Lemonades, iced tea, coffee and non-alcoholic options to pair with the table.
The Olive Garden drinks menu includes iced tea, lemonade, fountain drinks, coffee and larger takeout containers. A dine-in glass, espresso and two-liter bottle should be compared by serving, sweetness and ordering context rather than treated as equivalent drinks.
The Olive Garden drinks menu includes 10 items, from To Go Fountain Drinks at $4.69 (0–180 cal) up to Cappuccino at $5.99 (150 cal).
Read the complete drinks guidePrices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Espresso and steamed milk create a warm coffee drink with foam. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
A two-liter bottle is intended for a takeout group rather than one dine-in serving. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
A sealed fountain drink is packaged for pickup or delivery. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
Lemonade is flavored with raspberry for a sweet-tart cold drink. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
Chilled lemonade provides a citrus-forward non-alcoholic choice. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
Strawberry and citrus flavors are combined in a sparkling-style fruit drink. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
Iced tea is flavored with mango and strawberry. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
Iced tea is flavored with peach and raspberry. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
Fresh-brewed tea is served over ice and can be chosen without added sweetness. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
A short espresso offers a concentrated coffee finish. Confirm the selected size, refill context and pickup or delivery format before comparing totals.
A practical way to choose
Start with sweetness and size. Unsweetened tea or coffee balances a meal differently from flavored lemonade, while a family takeout bottle serves a separate purpose from a restaurant glass. Refills, ice, milk, sweetener and delivery packaging may change the amount consumed. Alcohol choices and to-go rules depend on the restaurant and local law.
Compare unsweetened tea and coffee with lemonade, soda and fruit-flavored drinks before looking at small price differences.
Keep dine-in glasses, coffee cups, fountain drinks and group-size takeout containers in separate comparisons.
Wine, cocktails, age rules and alcohol-to-go availability vary by location and jurisdiction.
For smaller appetites
Familiar favorites with kid-sized portions and simple choices.
The Olive Garden kids menu starts with a smaller main but often includes choices for pasta, sauce, side and drink. Those components explain why a single menu price or calorie range can represent several different meals.
The Olive Garden kids menu includes 10 items, from Kids Cheese Ravioli (V) at $7.99 (475–690 cal) up to Kids Rotini with Meat Sauce at $7.99 (480 cal).
Read the complete kids guidePrices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
A smaller cheese-ravioli entrée is completed with the locally offered side and drink choices. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
A personal pizza is offered in a child-size meal; toppings, side and drink affect the final selection. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
Breaded chicken strips form the main item, with sauce, side and drink chosen separately. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
Kids Macaroni & Cheese is shown in the kids section with its listed serving details. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
The selected pasta shape is paired with meat sauce in a configurable kids meal. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
The selected pasta shape is paired with tomato sauce in a configurable kids meal. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
The selected pasta is paired with a cheese-enriched marinara sauce. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
The selected pasta is paired with creamy Alfredo sauce. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
Rotini is served with marinara in a smaller kids portion. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
Rotini is served with meat sauce in a smaller kids portion. Confirm the included side, drink, sauce and current allergen details for the complete meal.
A practical way to choose
Choose the main item first, then confirm the side, drink and sauce shown for the selected restaurant. Pizza, chicken fingers, ravioli and macaroni offer different levels of customization. Pasta calories can change with the noodle and sauce combination, and an entrée’s dietary marker does not answer questions about every included component.
Start with the food the child is likely to eat, then compare customization rather than forcing every choice into one ranking.
Identify the sauce, side and drink before using the displayed calorie range or comparing two prices.
Check the entrée, pasta, sauce, side, beverage and shared preparation with current official information.
Verify every dietary claim
Potentially suitable dishes presented with clear ingredient, allergen and cross-contact warnings.
Olive Garden uses “gluten sensitive,” not “gluten free,” and that distinction matters. The Olive Garden gluten-sensitive menu can help identify dishes to discuss, but it cannot establish ingredients, kitchen procedures or freedom from cross-contact.
The Olive Garden gluten-sensitive menu includes 8 items, from Grilled Chicken with Rotini Pasta & Marinara (kids) at $10.98 (430 + 100 cal) up to Herb-Grilled Salmon at $30.29 (610 cal).
Read the complete gluten-sensitive guide
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Italian sausage, potato and kale are combined in a creamy soup. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
Rotini is paired with marinara; every component still requires a current dietary check. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
Grilled chicken is served with marinara and cheese instead of a breaded cutlet. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
Grilled salmon is seasoned with herbs and served as a protein-led entrée. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
A six-ounce sirloin provides a straightforward grilled-beef option. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
Rotini pasta is served with tomato-forward marinara sauce. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
Rotini pasta is served with a tomato-based meat sauce. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
Grilled Chicken with Rotini Pasta & Marinara is shown in the gluten-sensitive section with its listed serving details. Do not treat the category label as a safety guarantee; verify current ingredients and cross-contact procedures. Check locally: Treat this only as a dietary starting point and verify current ingredients and cross-contact information.
A practical way to choose
Treat the list as the beginning of a restaurant conversation, not a guarantee. Check pasta, sauce, protein, dressing, garnish and side separately in the current allergen material. Removing one ingredient does not resolve shared cooking water, utensils, fryers or preparation surfaces. Tell staff whether the concern is a preference, intolerance, celiac disease or an allergy.
A suitable pasta does not automatically make its sauce, protein, side or garnish suitable for the same restriction.
An item may lack a listed gluten ingredient while shared equipment still presents cross-contact risk.
Recipes, suppliers and kitchen procedures can change; use current official details and speak with restaurant staff.
Check before you go
Seasonal dishes, bundles and promotions are the most likely to change, so verify these with your location.
The Olive Garden specials menu changes faster than the core list. Lunch offers, limited dishes, take-home entrées and family bundles can follow different dates, locations, channels and upgrade rules.
The Olive Garden specials menu includes 7 items, from $6 Take Home Entrées at $6 per eligible entrée up to Calabrian Summer at Starts at $12.99.
Read the complete specials guideSpecials are taken from the official offers page; participation, dates and local availability still require confirmation.Prices checked 2026-07-23
This limited collection groups Calabrian chile-inspired seasonal dishes under one promotion. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
Chicken bites combine Calabrian chile heat with a sweet honey-style finish. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
Spicy Chicken & Peppers Rigatoni is shown in the specials section with its listed serving details. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
Spicy Sausage & Peppers Rigatoni is shown in the specials section with its listed serving details. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
$6 Take Home Entrées is shown in the specials section with its listed serving details. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
Lunch-Sized Favorites is shown in the specials section with its listed serving details. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
Family-Style Meals is shown in the specials section with its listed serving details. Confirm dates, participating locations, eligible order channels and upgrades before planning around the offer. Check locally: Current official specials snapshot; confirm dates, participation and terms before visiting.
A practical way to choose
A familiar promotion name does not prove that the offer is currently available. Confirm it on the official specials page or in the selected restaurant’s cart, then read the date window, eligible dishes, participation, dine-in or takeout rules and upgrade costs. Account rewards and public promotions should be treated as separate offer types.
Check the live offer on the day you plan to order and make sure your selected location participates.
Dine-in, pickup, delivery and account-only offers can include different dishes, exclusions and redemption steps.
Add protein upgrades, drinks, tax and fees before comparing a starting price with the regular menu.
Feed the room
Large-format pasta, salad and dessert trays for offices, celebrations and family gatherings.
The Olive Garden catering menu is a headcount and logistics decision before it is a list of trays. Pasta pans, combinations, salad, breadsticks and add-ons have different yields, lead times and service requirements.
The Olive Garden catering menu includes 32 items, from Breadsticks at $5.49–$8.29 (840–1,680 cal) up to Lasagna Combination (Serves 8–14) at $227.50 (23,570–27,100 cal).
Read the complete catering guidePrices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark; calories and purchase details require first-party verification.Prices checked 2026-07-23
Grilled chicken is served over fettuccine in creamy Alfredo sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Breaded chicken is topped with marinara and melted Italian cheeses. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Fettuccine is coated in a creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Shrimp is served with fettuccine and creamy Alfredo sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Ziti is baked with marinara, Alfredo and a five-cheese topping. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Spaghetti is finished with a tomato-based meat sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Spaghetti is served with a tomato-forward marinara sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Cheese-filled tortelloni is paired with grilled chicken and Alfredo sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Layered pasta combines meat sauce, ricotta and melted cheese. The catering format is marked serves up to 6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Layered pasta combines meat sauce, ricotta and melted cheese. The catering format is marked serves up to 12; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Chicken, vegetables and pasta are served in a garlic-forward sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara is shown in the catering section with its listed serving details. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Cheese-filled ravioli can be ordered with marinara or meat sauce. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A large event package centers on breaded chicken, marinara and cheese with accompanying components. The catering format is marked serves 8–14; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A group package lets guests combine selected pastas, sauces and toppings. The catering format uses a group serving; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A large event package centers on lasagna with sides and accompanying components. The catering format is marked serves 8–14; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A large house salad is packaged with twelve breadsticks for a group. The catering format is marked serves 6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A group container can be filled with an available soup selected from the current catering menu. The catering format is marked serves 6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A larger group container can be filled with an available soup from the catering selection. The catering format is marked serves 12; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Soft garlic-topped breadsticks are packaged for the table to share. The catering format uses a group serving; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Breaded mozzarella is fried and served with warm marinara. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Creamy spinach-and-artichoke dip is served with bread or crisps for scooping. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Breaded beef-filled ravioli is served as a shareable catering appetizer. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Creamy Alfredo sauce is packaged separately for group dipping. The catering format is marked serves 8; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Marinara enriched with five cheeses is packaged as a group dipping sauce. The catering format is marked serves 8; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Tomato-forward marinara is packaged separately for group dipping. The catering format is marked serves 8; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Tomato-based meat sauce is packaged separately for group dipping. The catering format is marked serves 8; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Grilled chicken breasts are packaged as a group protein add-on. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Breaded chicken strips are packaged as a shareable group add-on. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Italian-style meatballs are packaged as a group protein add-on. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Italian sausage is packaged as a group protein add-on. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
Cooked broccoli is packaged as a vegetable side for several diners. The catering format is marked serves 4–6; confirm yield, lead time and package contents.
A practical way to choose
Record the number of adults and children, meal type, appetite and desired leftovers before choosing food. Pair each price with its stated serving range, then compare a convenient package with individually selected pans. Include delivery or pickup, setup, serving tools and dietary needs when estimating the real cost per guest.
Translate each tray’s serving range into realistic portions for your event instead of counting containers.
One creamy main, one tomato-based alternative, salad and dietary options create a more practical buffet.
Document lead time, restaurant contact, pickup or delivery window, package count, utensils and reheating instructions.
A quick heads-up from us: non-promotional prices and calorie figures are a dated planning snapshot from an independent menu benchmark, not official national quotes. Prices, portions and availability can vary by restaurant, order channel and date. Every dish image is an original AI-assisted editorial rendering created for this independent guide—not official restaurant photography—so the plate in front of you may look different. Confirm the live cart and current official nutrition or allergen material before ordering.
Familiar places to start
We don’t believe there’s one best order for every table. We use these recognizable dishes to help you choose by sauce, protein, richness and appetite.
A familiar starting point when you want grilled chicken and a rich Alfredo direction.
See its menu section Sampler-style entréeA useful comparison choice for guests deciding between lasagna, chicken and Alfredo.
See its menu section Baked pastaLayered, tomato-forward comfort for a full meal or a shared-table conversation.
See its menu section Chicken classicA recognizable breaded-chicken path with marinara and melted cheese.
See its menu section Seafood pastaA lighter-feeling seafood direction with garlic, vegetables and pasta.
See its menu section Pasta classicThe simple sauce-first choice for anyone comparing pasta without extra protein.
See its menu sectionEvery listed item
Prices are a dated third-party planning snapshot from olive-garden-menue.com independent menu benchmark, checked 2026-07-23; calories come from the same dataset. Shared and catering rows are priced for a group rather than one plate. Confirm the current figure for your restaurant on the official ordering flow before you order.
Price clarity first
We don’t want an old number to shape your order. Prices can vary by restaurant, market, date, tax, promotion, meal period and order type, so we leave a value out when we can’t tie it to a current source.
More people, different plan
Choose the path that matches the occasion, then confirm current servings, lead time and pickup or delivery details with the location.
Start with shared pans and bundles for a household or smaller gathering. Balance one familiar main with a contrasting flavor and shared sides.
Plan a family mealUse the catering path for office lunches, celebrations and larger orders. Ask about headcount, tray yield, cutoff times, delivery and setup.
Explore cateringBefore you leave
Hours are not universal across every restaurant. Use the official location finder for the address you plan to visit, then confirm today’s hours, holiday changes, ordering options and menu availability.
The official FAQ currently describes weekday lunch through 3 p.m.; regional and location variations still apply. Treat that as guidance, not a promise for your restaurant.
Quick answers
A realistic total depends on the selected entrée, shared starters, drinks, dessert, tax and tip. Use the listed menu prices to build the complete order, then check the location-aware cart because restaurant pricing and promotions can vary.
Olive Garden promotes Lunch-Sized Favorites Monday through Friday before 3 p.m. Exact participation, holiday hours, ordering channels and prices can vary, so confirm the lunch menu for your selected restaurant.
The combination includes a selected soup, house salad and breadsticks. The amount consumed depends on soup choice, dressing, breadsticks and any available dine-in refills, so one calorie value may not describe every guest’s meal.
Family-style pans, bundles, catering trays and substantial appetizers are designed for sharing. Compare the stated serving range, included salad or breadsticks and the complete local-cart total before calculating cost per guest.
Use Olive Garden’s current official allergen information and discuss the exact dish and modification with restaurant staff. “Gluten sensitive” is not a guarantee against cross-contact, and this independent guide is not medical advice.
No. They are a dated planning snapshot from an independent menu dataset. Prices, tax, promotions, portions and availability can change by restaurant and date; the official selected-location ordering flow controls the final total.
How we work for you
We’re an independent menu guide: we don’t process orders or represent Olive Garden. We use dish names and categories so you can find what you need, and we write our own explanations and comparisons.
We treat prices, hours, promotions, ingredients, nutrition, serving counts and availability as time-sensitive. We publish a number only when we can show you its source and review date; otherwise, we send you to the right official resource.
