Olive Garden Pasta Menu: Prices, Calories & Best Dishes
Olive Garden Pasta Menu: Prices, Calories and What to Order
Pasta is the heart of Olive Garden. Creamy Alfredos, baked ziti and breaded chicken sit side by side on the menu, and each plate comes with soup or salad and breadsticks. Here are the main dishes, approximate prices and calories, and smart ways to order. Check Olive Garden hours before you go, since lunch and dinner portions differ.
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Olive Garden Pasta Menu at a Glance
Prices are approximate ranges from third-party menu listings. They differ by city and over time, so your restaurant’s menu has the final say. Calories were far more consistent across sources.
| Dish | Approx. Price | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fettuccine Alfredo (vegetarian) | $16 to $21 | About 1,220 | Creamy parmesan sauce |
| Chicken Alfredo | $19 to $25 | About 1,480 | Adds grilled chicken |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | $17 to $22 | About 1,170 | Baked with marinara and Alfredo |
| Chicken Parmigiana | $18 to $25 | About 1,020 | Breaded chicken with spaghetti |
| Tour of Italy | About $22 | About 1,550 | Chicken parmigiana, lasagna and Alfredo (one source) |
You may also see these described as classic entrées or pasta entrées. All are priced as full dinners, usually with soup or salad and breadsticks.
The Dishes Most People Order
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Calories Compared
Bars show approximate calories per plate, based on third-party listings. The lighter portions sit far below the full-size plates.
Lighter plates cost less too, with the lighter Fettuccine Alfredo listed near $11.79.
Create Your Own Pasta
If you like to customize, Create Your Own Pasta lets you pick a pasta shape and sauce, then add toppings. Many diners choose marinara to keep calories down. Olive Garden pasta sauces include marinara, meat sauce and Alfredo. One menu listing also shows a Spicy Alfredo Fettuccine, so ask whether it’s available at your restaurant.
Lunch Pasta
Olive Garden lunch pasta runs on weekdays before 3 pm, according to one report, with smaller servings around 630 to 650 calories in several listings. Lunch pricing and availability depend on the restaurant, so check Olive Garden hours and the lunch window before you plan a midday visit.
Vegetarian Pasta Options
Olive Garden vegetarian pasta choices include Fettuccine Alfredo, which the menu marks with a (V). Cheese Ravioli with marinara is another meatless option, though sauce choices matter, since meat sauce is available. Ask your server about ingredients if you have dietary needs, and confirm Olive Garden hours if you’re planning a late meal.
Family-Size Pasta Pans
Pasta also comes in family-size pans for takeout. Calorie figures were consistent across sources.
| Family Pan | Serves | Whole-Pan Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | 4–6 | 4,680 |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 4–6 | 4,790 |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | 4–6 | 5,010 |
| Chicken Alfredo | 4–6 | 6,050 |
For prices and ordering, see our Olive Garden family style meal guide. Prices vary a lot between sources, and pickup follows Olive Garden hours at your restaurant.
How to Order Pasta Like a Regular
- Check Olive Garden hours for your restaurant, especially for lunch or a late dinner.
- Choose your size. Full plates, lighter portions or family pans each suit a different appetite.
- Pick your starter. Soup or salad usually comes with the entrée.
- Ask about sauce swaps. Servers can often adjust sauces.
- Save room for tomorrow. Boxing half of a 1,200-calorie plate is a common move.
- Compare lighter portions and full plates. The price gap can be large.
- Check Olive Garden specials for deals like the $6 Take Home.
- The Never Ending Pasta Bowl is seasonal, and Olive Garden hours may affect when you can use it.
- Share a family pan if you’re feeding four or more.
Weekend evenings and holidays are busy. Holiday Olive Garden hours can change, so call ahead for a family dinner. To find a restaurant, try Olive Garden locations or Olive Garden near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most popular pasta at Olive Garden?
Which pasta has the fewest calories?
Is the pasta menu the same all day?
Can I order pasta for delivery?
Pick Your Plate
The Olive Garden pasta menu has something for every appetite, from lighter plates to family-size pans. Pick your dish, compare sizes, and check Olive Garden hours before you head out.
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