Olive Garden Shrimp Carbonara: Price & Calories

Olive Garden shrimp carbonara is a rich pasta dish that pairs tender shrimp with a creamy carbonara sauce. It is a hearty plate built for guests who want seafood and pasta in one serving. The sauce is warm and savory, the shrimp is tender, and the portion feels generous. If you like creamy pasta with shrimp, this is an easy dish to pick for dinner.

What Is Shrimp Carbonara?

Shrimp carbonara starts with pasta tossed in a creamy carbonara sauce, with shrimp mixed through the dish. Each bite has pasta, sauce, and shrimp together. The sauce coats everything in a rich, savory finish, and the shrimp keeps the plate from feeling heavy. It is served as a main entree, and it comes with the first course of soup or salad and breadsticks, like other classic entrees.

It is a popular pick for guests who want a seafood pasta without chicken. The shrimp makes the dish feel light and fresh, while the carbonara sauce keeps it rich and filling. It is a good choice for a relaxed dinner, a birthday meal, or a first visit when you want to try a classic Olive Garden plate with shrimp.

Compare Classic Entrees

If you are choosing between carbonara dishes, here is how shrimp carbonara compares with two other verified options from this site’s own menu listing.

Price

Olive Garden shrimp carbonara costs $23.29 for a single serving, based on the listing on this site. Prices can vary by location, so it is worth checking the menu at your nearest restaurant before you order. The price covers the shrimp carbonara as a main entree, not a family-style serving. Local offers and seasonal menus can change what you pay, so check the local menu for current pricing.

Calories and Nutrition

Shrimp carbonara has 1,200 calories per serving, based on the official Olive Garden nutrition guide. That makes it a rich classic entree, so it suits a hungry dinner or a meal you plan to share bites from. The table below shows fat, carbs, protein, and sodium for the same serving, so you can see the whole picture before you order.

Why People Love It and Best Pairings

People love shrimp carbonara because it feels rich, warm, and generous without being hard to eat. The creamy sauce and tender shrimp come together in a dish that works for a relaxed dinner or a small celebration. A house salad adds freshness and crunch, while warm breadsticks give the meal a soft, comforting side. For a cool finish, iced tea or lemonade works well and keeps the meal feeling balanced from start to end.

For more menu ideas, see the Olive Garden menu with prices, browse the classic entrees guide, or try the shrimp scampi.

Before you order, check the price at your local restaurant, since it can vary by location. Pair it with a salad and breadsticks for a complete meal, and save room if you want a sweet finish after this rich entree.

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