Olive Garden Menu With Prices (Updated November 2026)
Planning a dinner at Olive Garden? This guide gives you the complete Olive Garden menu with prices and calories, from the famous unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks to classic entrees, Create Your Own Pasta, the lunch menu, kids meals, desserts, wine, family meals and catering. Everything was checked in October 2026, so you can see what your order will cost before you walk in.
- Olive Garden Menu Prices at a Glance
- Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks
- Appetizers
- Soups and Salads
- Classic Entrees
- Lighter Portions
- Create Your Own Pasta
- Steak, Chicken and Seafood
- Lunch Menu and Prices
- Kids Menu
- Desserts
- Drinks, Wine and Beer
- Family Meals and Take Home
- Catering
- Opening Hours
- Deals and How to Pay Less
- Nutrition Notes
- Current Olive Garden Deals and Offers
- Olive Garden Menu FAQ
Olive Garden Menu Prices at a Glance
Olive Garden is built around one idea: the unlimited first course. Every dinner entree comes with as much soup or salad and as many breadsticks as you want. That is why entree prices look a little higher than other Italian chains, yet the final bill is often lower than people expect.
The prices below are national averages checked across several states. Olive Garden restaurants are owned by Darden, not franchised, so pricing is more consistent than at most fast food chains. City center and airport locations can still cost more. The lunch menu is separate, cheaper, and ends at 3pm on weekdays.
Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks
This is the main reason people choose Olive Garden. Order any dinner entree and the first course is free and refillable: pick soup or salad, and breadsticks keep arriving until you tell your server to stop. Ordered on its own, it is a full meal for $10.99, still one of the best value plates in casual dining.
| Option | Price | What You Get |
|---|---|---|
| With any dinner entree | Included | Unlimited soup or salad plus unlimited breadsticks |
| Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks | $10.99 | Ordered on its own, all you can eat, lunch and dinner |
| Extra basket of breadsticks | Free | Ask, they will keep coming |
| Breadsticks to take away | $4.29 | Six sticks in a bag, with garlic topping |
One breadstick is 140 calories before the garlic butter, and the house salad with dressing is 150 per serving. Six breadsticks and two salads already pass 1,100 calories before your entree arrives, a detail that is easy to miss.
Appetizers
Appetizers are sharing plates, and most are big enough for two people. Since the breadsticks are free, ordering one is a treat rather than a need.
| Appetizer | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Tomato Dip with Breadsticks | $8.29 | 320 |
| Bruschetta al Pomodoro | $9.29 | 580 |
| Stuffed Mushrooms | $10.79 | 360 |
| Toasted Ravioli | $10.79 | 670 |
| Fried Mozzarella | $10.79 | 760 |
| Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta | $11.29 | 900 |
| Lasagna Fritta | $11.79 | 1030 |
| Calamari | $12.79 | 570 |
| Shrimp Fritto Misto | $13.29 | 590 |
Soups and Salads
All the soups are made in house daily. Minestrone, at 110 calories, is the lightest item on the whole menu, while Zuppa Toscana is the most popular order. Ordered separately from the unlimited course, each is $8.79.
| Soup or Salad | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Minestrone | $8.79 | 110 |
| Famous House Salad | $8.79 | 150 |
| Pasta e Fagioli | $8.79 | 170 |
| Chicken Tortellini Soup | $8.79 | 220 |
| Zuppa Toscana | $8.79 | 220 |
| Chicken and Gnocchi Soup | $8.79 | 250 |
Classic Entrees
The dinner menu is where calories climb fast. A large Chicken Alfredo passes 1,900 calories, more than many people eat in a day, while Chicken Marsala at 770 gives you a full plate for less than half of that. Check the calories next to the price before you order.
| Entree | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese Ravioli | $15.29 | 740 |
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | $15.29 | 800 |
| Four Cheese Manicotti | $15.79 | 880 |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | $16.29 | 1310 |
| Spaghetti and Meatballs | $16.29 | 960 |
| Ravioli di Portobello | $16.29 | 830 |
| Lasagna Classico | $16.79 | 880 |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | $16.79 | 1180 |
| Eggplant Parmigiana | $16.79 | 890 |
| Ravioli Carbonara | $17.29 | 960 |
| Chicken Marsala | $18.29 | 770 |
| Chicken Scampi | $18.29 | 1020 |
| Chicken Parmigiana | $18.79 | 1060 |
| Grilled Chicken Parmigiana | $18.79 | 790 |
| Chicken Alfredo | $18.79 | 1560 |
| Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo | $18.79 | 1410 |
| Shrimp Scampi | $19.29 | 940 |
| Shrimp Alfredo | $19.79 | 1380 |
| Shrimp Carbonara | $19.79 | 1340 |
| Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara | $20.79 | 1590 |
| Tour of Italy | $21.79 | 1520 |
| Seafood Alfredo | $22.79 | 1440 |
Large Portions
| Entree | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Fettuccine Alfredo, large | $19.79 | 1660 |
| Chicken Alfredo, large | $22.79 | 1980 |
| Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo, large | $22.79 | 1790 |
| Shrimp Alfredo, large | $23.79 | 1740 |
Lighter Portions
These are the same dishes in a smaller serving, priced three to five dollars below the full plate with roughly half the calories. The unlimited first course is still included, so this is the smartest order for anyone dining alone.
| Dish | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | $10.79 | 430 |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | $11.79 | 530 |
| Lasagna Classico | $12.29 | 480 |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | $12.29 | 620 |
| Chicken Parmigiana | $13.79 | 580 |
| Shrimp Scampi | $14.29 | 510 |
Create Your Own Pasta
Choose a pasta shape, choose a sauce, then add a topping if you like. The base price covers pasta and sauce, making this the cheapest way to get a full dinner entree with the unlimited first course.
| Step | Price | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Base, dinner | $13.29 | Angel hair, fettuccine, penne, rigatoni or spaghetti |
| Base, lunch | $10.99 | Same shapes, smaller portion, until 3pm weekdays |
| Sauce | Included | Alfredo, asiago cream, five cheese marinara, marinara, meat, tomato cream |
| Gluten free rotini | Plus $2.49 | Cooked in a separate pot on request |
| Sun-dried tomatoes | Plus $2.29 | Cheapest topping |
| Meatballs | Plus $4.79 | Three per portion |
| Italian sausage | Plus $4.79 | Sliced and browned |
| Grilled chicken | Plus $5.29 | Sliced breast |
| Shrimp | Plus $5.79 | Most expensive topping |
Steak, Chicken and Seafood
The non-pasta section is small, but it holds the lowest calorie mains on the menu. The 6 oz Sirloin, at 280 calories, is the lightest main course Olive Garden serves.
| Dish | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 6 oz Sirloin | $17.79 | 280 |
| Herb-Grilled Salmon | $20.79 | 460 |
| Sicilian Scallops | $22.79 | 380 |
| Herb-Grilled Salmon, large | $24.79 | 580 |
Lunch Menu and Prices
The Olive Garden lunch menu runs until 3pm, Monday to Friday, and is not served at weekends. Portions are smaller and prices sit five to six dollars below dinner, with the same unlimited first course. It is the best value window the restaurant offers.
| Lunch Dish | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | $10.29 | 430 |
| Create Your Own Pasta | $10.99 | Varies |
| Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks | $10.99 | Varies |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | $11.29 | 530 |
| Lasagna Classico | $11.79 | 480 |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | $11.79 | 620 |
| Chicken Marsala | $12.29 | 420 |
| Chicken Parmigiana | $12.29 | 580 |
| Shrimp Scampi | $13.29 | 510 |
Kids Menu
Every kids meal includes a drink and a side of grapes or broccoli. Children also get the unlimited breadsticks, which parents notice very quickly.
| Kids Meal | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Spaghetti with Marinara | $7.29 | 300 |
| Macaroni and Cheese | $7.49 | 390 |
| Cheese Ravioli | $7.49 | 340 |
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | $7.49 | 350 |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | $7.99 | 560 |
| Cheese Pizza | $8.29 | 510 |
| Chicken Fingers | $8.49 | 480 |
| Grilled Chicken | $8.79 | 250 |
| Chicken Fingers Family Pack | $12.99 | 480 per serving |
Desserts
Free eClub members get a dessert on their birthday, so sign up a week before. Zeppoli are warm Italian doughnuts and the only dessert served hot.
| Dessert | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Warm Italian Doughnuts, Zeppoli | $7.29 | 580 |
| Warm Brownie Fonduta | $8.79 | 720 |
| Lemon Cream Cake | $8.79 | 480 |
| Strawberry Cream Cake | $8.79 | 480 |
| Sicilian Cheesecake | $8.79 | 540 |
| Tiramisu | $9.29 | 510 |
| Chocolate Lasagna | $9.29 | 780 |
| Black Tie Mousse Cake | $9.79 | 640 |
Drinks, Wine and Beer
Soft drinks and iced tea come with free refills. Wine is sold by the glass and bottle, and the house pours are affordable for a sit-down restaurant. You can also ask to taste a wine before you commit to a glass.
| Drink | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Tea | $2.79 | 0 |
| Coffee | $2.99 | 5 |
| Soft Drinks, free refills | $3.29 | 0 to 250 |
| Iced Tea, free refills | $3.29 | 0 to 120 |
| Lemonade | $3.49 | 180 |
| San Pellegrino Sparkling Water | $3.49 | 0 |
| Italian Soda | $3.99 | 130 |
| Domestic Beer | $5.99 | 100 to 150 |
| Peroni or Moretti | $6.99 | 150 to 160 |
| House Wine, glass | $7.99 | 120 to 130 |
| Pinot Grigio, Chianti or Merlot, glass | $8.49 | 120 to 130 |
| Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir, glass | $8.99 | 120 to 130 |
Family Meals and Take Home
Family-style meals serve four to six people and include a large salad and breadsticks. The $6 take home entree is a quiet bargain: add a second full entree to any dine-in order for six dollars and reheat it later.
| Family Meal | Serves | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Take Home Entree, added to a dine-in order | 1 person | $6.00 |
| Spaghetti with Marinara | 4 to 6 people | $34.99 |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | 4 to 6 people | $38.99 |
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | 4 to 6 people | $38.99 |
| Cheese Ravioli with Meat Sauce | 4 to 6 people | $42.99 |
| Lasagna Classico | 4 to 6 people | $44.99 |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | 4 to 6 people | $44.99 |
| Chicken Alfredo | 4 to 6 people | $48.99 |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 4 to 6 people | $48.99 |
| Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo | 4 to 6 people | $52.99 |
| Shrimp Alfredo or Shrimp Scampi | 4 to 6 people | $52.99 |
| Family-Style Lasagna Bundle | 4 to 6 people | $54.99 |
| Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara | 4 to 6 people | $54.99 |
Catering
Catering pans serve twelve to fifteen people and need at least 24 hours notice at most locations. Delivery and setup are available in larger markets.
| Catering Item | Serves | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Breadsticks Tray | 12 to 15 people | $19.99 |
| Tiramisu Tray | 12 to 15 people | $34.99 |
| Black Tie Mousse Cake Tray | 12 to 15 people | $44.99 |
| Fried Mozzarella Tray | 12 to 15 people | $54.99 |
| Appetizer Selection | 12 to 15 people | $64.99 |
| Soup, Salad and Breadsticks | 12 to 15 people | $79.99 |
| Lasagna Classico Pan | 12 to 15 people | $84.99 |
| Chicken Alfredo Pan | 12 to 15 people | $89.99 |
| Chicken Parmigiana Pan | 12 to 15 people | $89.99 |
Olive Garden Opening Hours
Doors open at 11am, seven days a week. For timing, remember that the lunch menu ends at 3pm and is not served at weekends.
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 11:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| Friday and Saturday | 11:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| Lunch menu, Monday to Friday | 11:00 AM | 3:00 PM |
| Lunch menu, Saturday and Sunday | Not served | Not served |
Deals and How to Pay Less
- Eat before 3pm on a weekday. The same dishes cost five to six dollars less on the lunch menu and still include the unlimited first course.
- Add a $6 take home entree to any dine-in order. It is a full second dinner for the price of an appetizer.
- Join the free eClub. Members get a birthday dessert and periodic offers by email.
- Watch for Never Ending Pasta Bowl. It runs for a limited season each year from $14.99 for unlimited pasta, sauce and topping combinations.
- Watch for Buy One Take One. When it runs, one dine-in entree comes with a second to take home for around $12.99 on top.
- Order a lighter portion. It costs three to five dollars less, has roughly half the calories, and the unlimited course stays the same.
Nutrition Notes
Calorie counts come from Olive Garden's published nutrition data and cover the entree only, not the unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks served with it. This matters more here than at most chains, because the first course alone can add 700 to 1,200 calories before your main plate arrives.
Alfredo sauce is the biggest calorie driver on the menu. Swapping it for marinara on the same dish typically saves 400 to 600 calories. Gluten free rotini costs $2.49 extra and is cooked in separate water on request, but the kitchen is not a gluten free environment. To see what a full Olive Garden meal means for your day, use our calorie calculator.
Current Olive Garden Deals and Offers
Checked October 2026. Deals change often, and some locations may opt out of national promotions. Confirm in the Olive Garden app before you order.
| Deal | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Never Ending Pasta Bowl | $14.99 | Unlimited pasta, sauce and toppings with soup or salad and breadsticks, through November 22 |
| Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks | $10.99 | Weekday lunch, unlimited for dine in, single portion to go |
| Extra basket of breadsticks | Free | Ask as often as you like |
| eClub birthday dessert | Free | Free dessert for eClub members |
The Never Ending Pasta Bowl returns in 2026 at $14.99 and runs until November 22. It includes unlimited pasta, sauces and protein toppings plus endless soup or salad and breadsticks, with new Spicy Alfredo and Crispy Shrimp Fritta options this year. Refills are dine in only. If you do not want pasta at weekday lunch, the $10.99 unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks is the cheaper choice.
Olive Garden Menu FAQ
Are the breadsticks really unlimited at Olive Garden?
Yes. Breadsticks and your choice of soup or salad come free and refillable with any dinner entree, with no cap. Ordered on its own, the Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks plate is $10.99. Each breadstick is 140 calories before the garlic topping.
How much is Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks?
$10.99 as a standalone meal, available at lunch and dinner. It includes unlimited refills of soup or salad and unlimited breadsticks. It is free with any dinner entree.
What time does the Olive Garden lunch menu end?
3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The lunch menu is not served at weekends. Lunch portions are smaller and cost five to six dollars less than the same dish at dinner, with the same unlimited first course.
What is the Never Ending Pasta Bowl?
A limited season promotion, usually in autumn, offering unlimited refills of pasta with your choice of shape, sauce and topping from $14.99. It also includes unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks.
How many calories are in an Olive Garden breadstick?
140 calories each before the garlic butter. Six breadsticks and two servings of house salad with dressing come to over 1,100 calories, more than several entrees on the menu.
What is Buy One Take One at Olive Garden?
A recurring promotion where a dine-in entree comes with a second entree to take home, for around $12.99 on top of the first. When it is not running, the standing $6 take home entree offer does something similar for less.
What is the cheapest entree at Olive Garden?
At dinner, Cheese Ravioli and Spaghetti with Meat Sauce at $15.29, or Create Your Own Pasta at $13.29. At lunch, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce at $10.29. The Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks plate at $10.99 is the cheapest full meal at any time.
Does Olive Garden have gluten free pasta?
Yes, gluten free rotini for $2.49 extra on Create Your Own Pasta, cooked in separate water on request. The kitchen is not a gluten free environment, so anyone with coeliac disease should speak to the manager before ordering.
Does Olive Garden do family meals and catering?
Yes. Family-style meals serve four to six from $34.99 and include salad and breadsticks. Catering pans serve twelve to fifteen from $84.99 and need at least 24 hours notice. Both can be ordered through the website or by calling the restaurant.
Do you get free refills on drinks at Olive Garden?
Soft drinks and iced tea come with free refills. Lemonade, Italian sodas, bottled water, beer and wine do not. Coffee refills are usually offered but are at the server's discretion.