Prices last checked October 28, 2026
Creamy macaroni and cheese for kids, served with a side and a drink.
Olive Garden’s Kids Macaroni & Cheese is a creamy, cheesy pasta made just for the kids menu. It is milder than the adult alfredo and a favorite with younger children.
Like all kids meals, it includes a side and a drink, and soup or salad is not included.
Kids Macaroni & Cheese Price (October 2026)
The Kids Macaroni & Cheese typically costs $7.49 at U.S. Olive Garden restaurants, and you can expect to pay anywhere from about $6.49 to $8.99. Olive Garden restaurants are run by Darden Restaurants rather than franchisees, but prices still vary by region: big-city, airport and tourist locations such as Times Square charge the most, and delivery apps add their own markup.
| Item | Typical price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Macaroni & Cheese | $7.49 | 360 |
Kids Macaroni & Cheese Calories and Nutrition
The Kids Macaroni & Cheese has 360 calories, about 18% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 16 g of protein and 870 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 360 | 18% |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g | 16% |
| Protein | 16 g | 32% |
| Sodium | 870 mg | 38% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is for the mac and cheese only, before the side and drink. Nutrition is approximate and based on Olive Garden's published U.S. nutrition information.
What's in the Kids Macaroni & Cheese?
- Macaroni
- Cheese sauce
- Choice of side
- Kids drink
Allergens: contains Wheat, Milk. Recipes and suppliers can change, so always check Olive Garden's allergen information or ask your server if you have a food allergy.
When can you order the Kids Macaroni & Cheese?
The Kids Macaroni & Cheese is on the Olive Garden kids menu for children under 12. Kids meals come with a side (such as grapes, broccoli, mashed potatoes or fries) and a drink, but soup or salad is not included.
Is the Kids Macaroni & Cheese worth it?
At a typical $7.49, the Kids Macaroni & Cheese works out to about $2.08 per 100 calories and 2.1 grams of protein per dollar, about average for kids menu on the menu.
Ordering tips
- Add grilled chicken for a more balanced meal.
- Pair with broccoli for some greens.
Kids Macaroni & Cheese FAQ
How much does the Kids Macaroni & Cheese cost at Olive Garden?
The Kids Macaroni & Cheese costs about $7.49 at a typical U.S. Olive Garden as of October 2026. Prices we tracked range from $6.49 to $8.99 depending on the restaurant.
How many calories are in the Kids Macaroni & Cheese?
The Kids Macaroni & Cheese has 360 calories, 14 g of fat, 45 g of carbohydrates and 16 g of protein. Nutrition is for the mac and cheese only, before the side and drink.
What comes with the Kids Macaroni & Cheese?
Kids meals at Olive Garden include a side and a kids drink. Soup or salad is not included with kids meals.
Is Olive Garden mac and cheese only for kids?
It is on the kids menu, though many restaurants will serve it to anyone.