Whether you go primarily for the pasta, soup or breadsticks, Olive Garden is an excellent choice when it comes to a night out. Enjoy the culinary tastes of Italy with their plentiful menu, which include delicacies like lobster ravioli, chicken parmigiana and fettuccine alfredo.
Olive Garden is an American favorite not only for the food, but for their affordable prices. The best way to get discounts here is to sign up for their email list. You’ll get a free appetizer or dessert just for signing up, plus coupons throughout the year. Olive Garden also hosts seasonal specials and kids eat free events.
HOURS & SPECIALS
Business hours for each Olive Garden vary, but most restaurants open at 11am and close at 10pm. Lunch menus are available until 3pm Monday through Friday.
Kids Eat Free (12 & Under): Occasionally, Olive Garden hosts Little Italy Kids’ Night where kids can dine for free from 5pm to 8pm on Tuesdays. This is a part-time offer at participating locations, so be sure to call ahead to see if yours is participating.
Seasonal Specials: Olive Garden usually has a promotion running to help diners save money. Popular events that rotate seasonally include Early Dinner Duos, Buy One Take One meals and Endless Soup, Salad & Breadsticks. Check their website for the current running specials.
MENU GUIDE
Olive Garden features a variety of appetizing starters, which include homemade soups, fresh breadsticks and crisp salads. You can also find unique appetizers like Parmesan Zucchini Bites and Angry Alfredo dip.
Meal options include a variety of pasta dishes with meat or fish, but you can also order sandwiches, flatbreads and build-your-own bowls. The kids menu features every child’s favorite pasta dish: spaghetti! Kids can also order classic American fare like cheeseburgers and chicken fingers.
Olive Garden offers an assortment of beverages including wine, beer and cocktails, as well as soft drinks, coffee and tea. Desserts include Tiramisu, cheesecake, mousse and more, so be sure to save a little extra room!
REWARDS PROGRAM
Joining Olive Garden Rewards is a no-brainer if you’re a pasta addict. You’ll earn one point per dollar spent, plus 100 bonus points just for signing up! Redeem these points for $10 off your next meal, a free birthday dessert and other great perks.
FUN FACTS
Did you know you can order off the lunch menu at any time of the day? Simply ask your server!
The #NeverEndingPasta promotion is so popular, all 2,000 passes sold out in less than one second in 2015. It’s estimated over $13 million bowls have been served since the promotion launched in 2013.
STAY IN TOUCH
Olive Garden is active on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Just a warning: their posts may give you an uncontrollable craving for Italian food!