Prices last checked October 28, 2026
Kid-size spaghetti, fettuccine or small shells with homemade meat sauce, plus a side and a drink.
Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce is the classic kids order at Olive Garden: a smaller bowl of spaghetti, fettuccine or small shells with the same homemade meat sauce used on adult entrées. Marinara, tomato sauce and five cheese marinara are also available.
At under 300 calories before sides, it is one of the lightest and cheapest kids meals.
Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce Price (October 2026)
The Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce 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 Pasta with Meat Sauce | $7.49 | 280 |
Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce Calories and Nutrition
The Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce has 280 calories, about 14% of a 2,000-calorie day, along with 11 g of protein and 395 mg of sodium.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 | 14% |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g | 15% |
| Protein | 11 g | 22% |
| Sodium | 395 mg | 17% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutrition is for spaghetti with meat sauce 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 Pasta with Meat Sauce?
- Choice of kids pasta
- Meat sauce
- Choice of side
- Kids drink
Allergens: contains Wheat. 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 Pasta with Meat Sauce?
The Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce 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 Pasta with Meat Sauce worth it?
At a typical $7.49, the Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce works out to about $2.68 per 100 calories and 1.5 grams of protein per dollar, which is below the average for kids menu on the menu (2.4 g per dollar).
Ordering tips
- Add a meatball for a small charge.
- Pick 1% milk as the drink for extra protein.
Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce FAQ
How much does the Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce cost at Olive Garden?
The Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce 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 Pasta with Meat Sauce?
The Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce has 280 calories, 8.5 g of fat, 40 g of carbohydrates and 11 g of protein. Nutrition is for spaghetti with meat sauce only, before the side and drink.
What comes with the Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce?
Kids meals at Olive Garden include a side and a kids drink. Soup or salad is not included with kids meals.
What pasta shapes are on the Olive Garden kids menu?
Usually spaghetti, fettuccine and small shells, plus gluten-free rotini on request.