Olive Garden Menu With Prices (Updated October 2026)
The full Olive Garden menu with current prices and calories. Classic entrees, Create Your Own Pasta, lighter portions, the lunch menu, appetizers, kids meals, desserts, wine, family meals to go and catering. Checked in October 2026.
Olive Garden Menu Prices at a Glance
Olive Garden built its whole proposition on one thing: the unlimited first course. Every dinner entree arrives after as much soup or salad and as many breadsticks as you want, which is why the entree prices look higher than a comparable Italian chain and why the bill usually lands lower than people expect.
Prices below are national averages checked across several states. Restaurants are owned by Darden rather than franchised, so pricing is more consistent than at fast food chains, though city center and airport locations still run higher. Lunch pricing is a separate, cheaper menu and ends at 3pm on weekdays.
Unlimited Soup, Salad and Breadsticks
This is the reason to eat here. Order any dinner entree and the first course comes free and refillable: choose soup or salad, and breadsticks keep arriving until you stop the server. Ordered on its own at lunch it is a full meal for $10.99, which remains one of the better 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 |
A single breadstick is 140 calories before you touch the garlic butter, and the house salad with dressing is 150 per serving. Six breadsticks and two salads puts you past 1,100 calories before the entree arrives, which is the part the marketing leaves out.
Appetizers
Appetizers are priced as sharing plates and most are large enough for two. Given the free breadsticks, ordering one is a choice rather than a necessity.
| 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 five soups are made in house daily. Minestrone at 110 calories is the lightest thing on the entire menu, and Zuppa Toscana is the one people order most. Ordered separately rather than as part of 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 the calorie counts climb sharply. Chicken Alfredo in a large portion passes 1,900 calories, more than most people eat in a day, while Chicken Marsala at 770 delivers a full plate for less than half that. The number next to the price is worth reading 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
The same dishes in a smaller serving, priced three to five dollars below the full plate and roughly half the calories. They still come with the unlimited first course, which is what makes them the sharpest order on the menu for anyone eating 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
Pick a shape, pick a sauce, add a topping if you want one. The base price covers pasta and sauce, and it is the cheapest route to a full dinner entree with the unlimited first course attached.
| 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 side of the menu is small but it holds the lowest calorie entrees on the board. A six ounce sirloin at 280 calories is the lightest main 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
Lunch runs until 3pm Monday to Friday and is not served at weekends. Portions are smaller and prices sit five to six dollars below the dinner equivalent, with the same unlimited first course attached. It is the single best value window Olive Garden 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 choice of grapes or broccoli alongside. Children also get the unlimited breadsticks, which parents discover 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
Members of the free eClub get a dessert on their birthday, which is worth signing up for a week before. Zeppoli are the warm 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 the bottle, and the house pours are inexpensive by restaurant standards. Olive Garden will also let you taste a wine before committing 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 and include a large salad and breadsticks. The $6 take home entree is the quiet deal: add a second full entree to any dine-in order for six dollars and take it away cold to reheat.
| 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 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. The lunch menu is the part that matters for timing: it ends at 3pm and does not run at weekends at all.
| 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 dessert on their birthday and periodic offers by email.
- Watch for Never Ending Pasta Bowl. It runs for a limited season each year at 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. Three to five dollars less than the full plate, roughly half the calories, and the unlimited course is unchanged.
Nutrition Notes
Calorie counts come from Olive Garden published nutrition data and cover the entree alone, not the unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks that arrive with it. That distinction matters more here than at any other chain on this site, because the first course can add 700 to 1,200 calories before the main plate lands. Alfredo sauce is the single biggest driver on the menu. Swapping it for marinara on the same dish typically saves 400 to 600 calories. Gluten free rotini is available for $2.49 extra and is cooked in separate water on request, though the kitchen is not a gluten free environment. With the first course adding that much, our calorie calculator is a quick way to see what a full Olive Garden meal means for your day.
Current Olive Garden Deals and Offers
| 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 is back for 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.
At weekday lunch, the unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks at $10.99 is the cheaper option if you do not want pasta.
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, and there is 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 both lunch and dinner. It includes as many refills of soup or salad and as many breadsticks as you want. 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 at all. 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 autumn, offering unlimited refills of pasta with your choice of shape, sauce and topping from $14.99. It includes the unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks as well.
How many calories are in an Olive Garden breadstick?
140 calories each before the garlic butter topping is brushed on. Six breadsticks and two servings of house salad with dressing comes to over 1,100 calories, which is more than several of the 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 are 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.
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Price disclaimer. USA Food Menu is an independent reference site and is not affiliated with Olive Garden or Darden Restaurants. Prices and calorie counts on this page were checked in October 2026 across several states. Calorie figures cover the entree alone and exclude the unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks served alongside. Menus and promotions change seasonally, so confirm with the restaurant before ordering.