Olive Garden Menu with Prices 2026
The Olive Garden menu has been bringing families together around Italian-inspired food since 1982 – and in 2026 it remains one of the most visited sit-down restaurant chains in the United States. From the famous unlimited breadsticks that arrive at your table before you even order to rich creamy Alfredos, hearty soups, fresh-tossed salads and generous pasta dishes.
This complete guide to the Olive Garden Menu with Prices and Pictures 2026 covers every available category including entrées, appetizers, soups, salads, desserts, lunch specials, kids meals, family pans, and catering options with updated prices, calorie counts, and genuine recommendations to help you decide before you sit down. Whether you are planning a weeknight family dinner, a birthday celebration, a work lunch, or a large group catering order, you will find everything you need right here.
Olive Garden Menu Categories
Olive Garden Entrees Menu
The Olive Garden entrées menu is where the brand’s Italian-inspired heart lives. Prices range from $2.29 to $54.99, with an average entrée price of $16.95. Every entrée is prepared fresh when you order and served with the choice of unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks, which is one of the reasons a single entrée at Olive Garden consistently delivers more value than the price suggests.
Chicken Alfredo
Fettuccine in creamy homemade Alfredo sauce topped with grilled chicken. The most ordered entrée on the menu at 1,600 calories.
Price: $26.49
Chicken and Shrimp
Grilled chicken and seasoned shrimp served together over pasta in a savory garlic cream sauce. A generous surf and turf combination at approximately 1,100 calories.
Price: $30.79
Chicken Parmigiana
Crispy breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and melted Italian cheeses served over spaghetti. A timeless Italian-American favorite at 1,090 calories.
Price: $20.29
Shrimp Alfredo
Plump seasoned shrimp tossed with fettuccine in Olive Garden's rich homemade Alfredo sauce. A creamy and indulgent seafood pasta at approximately 1,020 calories.
Price: $21.29
Shrimp Carbonara
Seasoned shrimp with bacon, roasted red peppers, and peas tossed in a creamy parmesan carbonara sauce. A bold and flavorful pasta at approximately 1,140 calories.
Price: $23.49
Tour of Italy
Chicken Parmigiana, Lasagna Classico, and Fettuccine Alfredo all on one plate. The ultimate Olive Garden experience at 1,550 calories.
Price: $22.49
Olive Garden Appetizer Menu
The Olive Garden appetizer menu sets the tone for everything that follows. The caloric value of appetizers ranges between 400 and 900 calories for each order. Whether you are sharing a starter for the table or treating the appetizer as a lighter solo meal, this section covers the shareable plates, dips, and bites that make waiting for your entrée genuinely enjoyable.
Breadsticks (V)
Freshly baked and brushed with warm garlic butter, unlimited with every dine-in meal. At 140 calories each they are the most iconic and most anticipated part of every Olive Garden visit.
Price: $4.49
Calamari
Lightly breaded and fried tender calamari served with a zesty marinara dipping sauce. A classic Italian starter at 570 calories perfect for sharing before any entrée.
Price: $12.29
Fried Mozzarella
Golden fried mozzarella sticks with a crispy exterior and melted cheese center served alongside marinara sauce. A crowd-pleasing 830 calorie shareable starter that disappears fast at any table.
Price: $8.99
Meatballs Parmigiana
Handcrafted Italian meatballs baked in rich marinara sauce and topped with melted parmesan and mozzarella cheese. A hearty and satisfying 710 calorie starter that doubles as a light meal.
Price: $11.49
Spinach-Artichoke Dip
Warm creamy blend of spinach, artichoke hearts, and melted Italian cheeses served with crispy flatbread chips. A rich and shareable 890 calorie dip perfect for groups.
Price: $11.29
Stuffed Ziti Fritta
Crispy fried ziti pasta stuffed with four Italian cheeses served alongside Alfredo and marinara dipping sauces. A uniquely Olive Garden starter at 960 calories that is best shared between two or three people.
Price: $9.49
Olive Garden Dessert Menu
The Olive Garden dessert menu delivers the kind of Italian-inspired sweet finishes that make skipping dessert genuinely difficult. From the layered richness of Tiramisu to the warm decadence of Chocolate Brownie Lasagna and the creamy satisfaction of Dolcini, smaller individual dessert cups designed for one – there is a dessert here for every level of sweet tooth.
Black Tie Mousse Cake (V)
Layers of rich chocolate mousse and dark chocolate cake with a chocolate exterior and raspberry sauce. The most indulgent dessert on the menu at 760 calories, best shared between two.
Price: $12.49
Chocolate Lasagna (V)
Decadent layers of chocolate cake, creamy chocolate mousse, and chocolate ganache stacked in a lasagna-inspired dessert format. A playful and rich 680 calorie treat that is impossible to resist.
Price: $12.29
Sicilian Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping (V)
Creamy Italian-style cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust topped with fresh strawberry sauce. A lighter and more delicate 570 calorie alternative to heavier chocolate desserts.
Price: $11.99
Strawberry Cream Cake (V)
Light vanilla sponge cake layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream frosting. At approximately 490 calories it is the freshest and most summery dessert option on the Olive Garden menu.
Price: $12.29
Tiramisu (V)
Espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with rich mascarpone cream and dusted with cocoa powder. The most ordered dessert at Olive Garden at 470 calories, a genuinely authentic Italian finish to any meal.
Price: $11.99
Warm Italian Doughnuts (V)
Light and airy fried dough dusted with powdered sugar served with a rich chocolate dipping sauce. A fun and shareable 630 calorie finish that brings the whole table together.
Price: $11.49
Olive Garden Drink Menu
The Olive Garden drink menu covers everything from Italian margaritas and frozen drinks to premium wines, craft beers, and non-alcoholic beverages. Olive Garden’s signature Italian Margarita combines house tequila with a splash of amaretto and fresh citrus, one of the most ordered cocktails in any Olive Garden dining room. The wine program covers Italian, Californian, and South American selections available by the glass or bottle.
2-Liter Soda
A full 2-liter bottle of your favorite Coca-Cola fountain drink perfect for sharing with the whole table. At approximately 400 calories per liter the most generous beverage value on the drinks menu.
Price: $5.49
Cappuccino
Rich Italian-style espresso topped with velvety steamed milk foam served warm. A classic 80 calorie after-dinner coffee that pairs beautifully with Tiramisu or any dessert on the menu.
Price: $5.99
Classic Lemonade
Hand-crafted lemonade with fresh squeezed lemons and pure cane sugar served over ice with free refills. A refreshing 130 calorie non-alcoholic choice that cuts through the richness of any pasta entrée.
Price: $4.69
Raspberry Lemonade
Fresh lemonade blended with sweet raspberry syrup and served over ice. A fruity and refreshing 150 calorie upgrade from the classic lemonade, one of the most popular non-alcoholic drinks at the table.
Price: $4.99
Strawberry Fruit Limonata
Fresh Italian-style lemonade blended with ripe strawberry flavoring and served over ice. A bright and vibrant 160 calorie drink that brings a naturally sweet and citrusy balance to any meal.
Price: $5.59
To Go Fountain Drinks
Your favorite Coca-Cola fountain drink available in cups to take with your takeout or delivery order. At 100 to 180 calories depending on your choice the most convenient beverage addition to any to-go meal.
Price: $4.69
Olive Garden Family Style Meals Menu
Olive Garden’s Family-Style Meals are perfect for feeding groups of 4 to 12 people with generous portions of Italian favorites. Each meal is designed for sharing, making it a convenient choice for family dinners, parties, office lunches, or special gatherings.
Chicken Alfredo (Serves 4 – 6)
A generous family pan of fettuccine tossed in Olive Garden's homemade Alfredo sauce topped with tender grilled chicken. At approximately 480 calories per serving the most ordered family meal for every occasion.
Price: $67.99
Chicken Parmigiana (Serves 4 – 6)
A full family pan of crispy breaded chicken parmigiana with marinara and melted Italian cheeses served alongside spaghetti. A crowd-pleasing 610 calories per serving that satisfies every age at the table.
Price: $62.99
Fettuccine Alfredo (Serves 4 – 6)
Pure silky fettuccine tossed in Olive Garden's signature creamy homemade Alfredo sauce in a family-sized pan. At approximately 420 calories per serving the lightest and most universally loved family pasta option.
Price: $49.99
Five Cheese Ziti al Forno (Serves 4 – 6)
Ziti pasta baked in five cheese marinara with a golden melted Italian cheese top in a full family pan. At approximately 490 calories per serving the best vegetarian-friendly family meal on the entire menu.
Price: $54.49
Shrimp Alfredo (Serves 4 – 6)
Plump seasoned shrimp tossed with fettuccine in Olive Garden's rich creamy Alfredo sauce in a generous family pan. At approximately 510 calories per serving the top seafood choice for family-style dining.
Price: $73.99
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce (Serves 4 – 6)
Classic spaghetti tossed in slow-simmered beef and Italian sausage meat sauce in a full family-sized pan. At approximately 380 calories per serving the most affordable and accessible family meal on the menu.
Price: $50.49
Olive Garden Kids Menu
The Olive Garden Kids Menu makes the restaurant genuinely family-friendly for diners of all ages. Every kids meal includes a choice of a main dish, a side, and a drink – giving younger diners a complete meal at a price point that does not require ordering multiple individual items.
Kids Cheese Ravioli (V)
Pillowy fresh pasta filled with a blend of Italian cheeses served with marinara dipping sauce. At 350 calories the most popular kids meal at Olive Garden, a guaranteed crowd pleaser for younger diners.
Price: $7.99
Kids Chicken Fingers
Crispy golden breaded chicken tenders served with your choice of dipping sauce and a side. At approximately 370 calories a familiar and reliable choice that kids ask for every single visit.
Price: $7.99
Kids Macaroni & Cheese
Creamy macaroni pasta tossed in a rich cheese sauce that kids absolutely love. At approximately 290 calories the most comforting and kid-friendly option on the entire kids menu.
Price: $7.99
Kids Meat Sauce with Choice of Pasta
Classic slow-simmered beef and Italian sausage meat sauce served over your choice of pasta shape. At approximately 320 calories a hearty and satisfying kids meal that introduces younger diners to real Italian flavors.
Price: $7.99
Kids Pizza
Personal pizza with fresh marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese baked to golden perfection. At approximately 380 calories a fun and universally loved choice for kids of every age at the table.
Price: $7.99
Kids Tomato Sauce with Choice of Pasta (V)
Fresh homemade tomato marinara sauce tossed with your choice of pasta shape. At approximately 280 calories the lightest and most vegetarian-friendly kids meal - simple, clean, and genuinely delicious.
Price: $7.99
Olive Garden Lunch Menu
The Olive Garden lunch menu features 10 items with prices starting at $10.49, served until 3 PM. Lunch at Olive Garden delivers the same quality as the dinner menu at a reduced price and portion, making it one of the best value sit-down lunch options available at a national Italian-American restaurant chain.
Chicken Parmigiana
Crispy breaded chicken breast with marinara and melted Italian cheeses over spaghetti in a lunch-sized portion. A satisfying 720 calorie midday meal that delivers full dinner quality at a lower lunch price.
Price: $15.49
Eggplant Parmigiana (V)
Baked eggplant with cheese and marinara in a lunch-appropriate portion, the best vegetarian lunch option on the menu. At approximately 680 calories a genuinely filling meat-free midday choice.
Price: $14.49
Fettuccine Alfredo (V)
Silky fettuccine in Olive Garden's homemade creamy Alfredo sauce scaled to a satisfying lunch portion. At approximately 740 calories the most popular pasta choice for weekday lunch regulars.
Price: $14.49
Lasagna Classico
Layers of pasta, beef and Italian sausage meat sauce, and four Italian cheeses baked golden in a lunch-sized portion. At approximately 540 calories a genuinely satisfying midday classic.
Price: $15.49
Shrimp Scampi
Tender shrimp in garlic butter and white wine sauce over angel hair pasta with asparagus in a lunch portion. At approximately 760 calories the most flavorful seafood option on the lunch menu.
Price: $15.49
Spaghetti
Classic spaghetti tossed in your choice of marinara or meat sauce in a perfectly sized lunch portion. At approximately 450 calories the most accessible and best value pasta on the entire lunch menu.
Price: $14.49
Olive Garden Pasta Menu
The Olive Garden pasta menu is the centerpiece of the entire dining experience. The Spaghetti with Meat Sauce is a classic favorite at around 640 calories and $12.99, while the Five Cheese Ziti al Forno is baked with creamy Alfredo and marinara for about $14.49 and 700 calories.
Chicken Alfredo
Tender grilled chicken over fettuccine tossed in Olive Garden's signature creamy homemade Alfredo sauce. The single most ordered pasta dish on the entire menu at 1,600 calories.
Price: $26.49
Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo
Cheese-filled tortelloni pasta with grilled chicken strips tossed in a rich creamy Alfredo sauce. A hearty and indulgent 1,460 calorie pasta that delivers maximum comfort in every bite.
Price: $29.49
Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
Ziti pasta baked in five cheese marinara sauce with a golden melted Italian cheese layer on top. At 1,220 calories the most popular baked pasta and the top vegetarian-friendly choice on the menu.
Price: $21.49
Four-Cheese Manicotti
Large pasta tubes filled with a blend of four Italian cheeses baked in marinara sauce with melted mozzarella on top. A rich and satisfying 960 calorie vegetarian pasta that is genuinely filling.
Price: $17.99
Shrimp Alfredo
Plump seasoned shrimp tossed with fettuccine in Olive Garden's rich homemade Alfredo sauce. A creamy and indulgent seafood pasta at approximately 1,020 calories.
Price: $27.79
Three-Meat Manicotti
Large pasta tubes filled with a hearty blend of beef, pork, and Italian sausage baked in marinara with melted mozzarella on top. At approximately 1,050 calories the most protein-forward pasta option on the menu.
Price: $8.49
Olive Garden Soups Menu
The Olive Garden Soups Menu is one of the most beloved elements of the entire dining experience. Every soup is made fresh at each location daily, not from a can or concentrate, which is why the flavor and quality stays consistent across every visit. Available individually or as unlimited refills alongside breadsticks with any entrée, the soups at Olive Garden have developed a following so devoted that Zuppa Toscana alone is one of the most replicated copycat recipes on the internet.
Homemade Soups (Serves 6)
A family-sized portion of your choice of Olive Garden's freshly made soups Zuppa Toscana, Pasta e Fagioli, Minestrone, or Chicken Gnocchi. At approximately 220 calories per bowl the perfect addition to any family dinner or group gathering.
Price: $20.29
Homemade Soups
A single serving of Olive Garden's freshly made soup prepared daily at each location. Choose from Zuppa Toscana, Pasta e Fagioli, Minestrone, or Chicken Gnocchi starting at just 100 calories per bowl.
Price: $11.29
Soup, Salad & Breadstick
Olive Garden's most iconic combination, unlimited servings of your choice of freshly made soup, house-tossed salad, and warm garlic butter breadsticks. Under 500 calories for a standard serving and the best value meal in sit-down dining.
Price: $16.49
Olive Garden Catering Menu
The Olive Garden Catering Menu brings freshly prepared Italian favorites directly to your event in generous catering pans serving 8 to 12 people. Perfect for corporate lunches, family celebrations, and holiday gatherings.
Items
Prices
Serves
Chicken Alfredo
$67.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Chicken Parmigiana
$62.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Fettuccine Alfredo
$61.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Shrimp Alfredo
$73.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
$59.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce
$59.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
$54.49
(Serves 4 – 6)
Lasagna Classico
$53.49
(Serves up to 6)
Chicken Scampi
$67.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo
$72.79
(Serves 4 – 6)
Chicken and Shrimp Carbonara
$73.99
(Serves 4 – 6)
Cheese Ravioli with Marinara or Meat Sauce
$54.49
(Serves 4 – 6)
Chicken Parmigiana Combination
$227.50
(Serves 8 – 14)
Lasagna Combination
$227.50
(Serves 8 – 14)
Homemade Soups
$20.29
(Serves 6)
Olive Garden Near Me - Search Location Near You
Searching for an Olive Garden Location near your home, workplace, or while traveling? The Olive Garden Store Locator makes it easy to find nearby restaurants across the United States. Whether you search for Olive Garden near you or Olive Garden near me, you can quickly view restaurant addresses, business hours, contact information, and available services. Olive Garden restaurants are located in most major states including Texas, Florida, Georgia, California, New York, North Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, Virginia, Arizona, Pennsylvania, and many others. New restaurants continue to open each year giving more customers access to their favorite Italian-inspired menu items. The company operates more than 900 locations across the country making it one of the most widely available sit-down Italian restaurant chains in the United States. Using the Olive Garden Store Locator, customers can easily find the closest restaurant, check operating hours, and plan their visit. Whether you are craving Chicken Alfredo, Lasagna Classico, Zuppa Toscana soup, or the famous unlimited breadsticks, finding a nearby Olive Garden restaurant is simple and convenient.
Olive Garden Opening and Closing Hours
Most Olive Garden locations follow a consistent weekly schedule making it easy to plan your visit in advance. Hours may vary slightly by location so always confirm through the Olive Garden app or website before making a special trip.
Days
Opening Hours
Closing Hours
Monday
11:00 AM
10:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM
10:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM
10:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM
10:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM
11:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM
11:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM
10:00 PM
Smart Ways to Order at Olive Garden
Getting the most out of the Olive Garden menu with prices comes down to understanding a few things that regular diners have already figured out.
The Soup, Salad, and Breadsticks combination is the best value on the entire menu for customers who want a complete satisfying meal at the lowest possible price. Starting at $10.99 with unlimited refills on all three components, it is genuinely possible to have a full restaurant-quality Italian lunch for under $12 with water.
The Create Your Own Pasta option is the most customizable and often the most affordable entrée pathway. Choosing your pasta shape, sauce, and protein independently frequently results in a lower bill than ordering a named combo entrée with the same components.
For large groups, the Family Style Meals deliver better per-person value than individual entrée ordering when feeding four or more people. The Chicken Parmigiana Family Pan and Chicken Alfredo Family Pan are the two most practical all-around choices for mixed groups.
Always check the Olive Garden app before visiting for current promotions. Buy One Take One deals, Never Ending Pasta offers, and 2 for $25 specials are regularly available and dramatically change the value calculation for couples and small groups.
FAQs
What is on the Olive Garden menu with prices in 2026?
The Olive Garden menu covers 16 categories including entrées, appetizers, soups, salads, pasta, desserts, kids meals, family pans, and catering. There are 132 items with prices starting at $3.29.
How much does Olive Garden cost per person?
The average meal costs around $12 to $18 per person. The Soup, Salad, and Breadsticks combination starting at $10.99 is the most affordable complete meal option.
Does Olive Garden have unlimited breadsticks?
Yes. Breadsticks are unlimited with every dine-in meal and arrive fresh from the oven at 140 calories each throughout your visit.
Does Olive Garden have a lunch menu?
Yes. The lunch menu is available Monday through Friday until 3:00 PM with prices starting at $10.49. It includes smaller-portion favorites and the unlimited Soup, Salad, and Breadsticks combination.
How many calories are in Olive Garden meals?
Olive Garden meals average around 1,225 calories. The Lighter Portions menu has options under 600 calories. The Herb-Grilled Salmon, soups, and salads all have options under 500 calories.
What time does Olive Garden open?
Most Olive Garden locations open at 11:00 AM Monday through Sunday. Closing times are typically 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by location so checking the Olive Garden app before visiting is always recommended.
Does Olive Garden take reservations?
Yes. Olive Garden accepts reservations through their website and app. Walk-ins are also welcome with real-time wait time estimates available through the app.
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