Prices last updated: October 28, 2026
Olive Garden is not a fast-food chain with daily app coupons, but there are still plenty of ways to pay less. Here are nine practical ways to save at Olive Garden in 2026, from lunch pricing to smarter catering orders.
1. Eat at weekday lunch
Monday to Friday until 3 p.m., lunch-sized favorites cost about $10.49 to $12.49 and the Never Ending Soup, Salad & Breadsticks lunch special is about $9.49, compared with $16 to $20 for most dinner entrées. See the lunch menu.
| Item | Regular price | Lunch price | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Parmigiana | $19.99 | $11.99 | $8.00 |
| Eggplant Parmigiana | $17.49 | $10.99 | $6.50 |
| Shrimp Scampi | $18.99 | $11.99 | $7.00 |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | $16.49 | $11.49 | $5.00 |
| Spicy Alfredo Fettuccine | $17.49 | $12.49 | $5.00 |
| Lasagna Classico | $18.49 | $11.99 | $6.50 |
| Spaghetti & Meatballs | $16.99 | $11.99 | $5.00 |
| Spaghetti with Marinara | $13.99 | $10.49 | $3.50 |
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | $16.49 | $10.99 | $5.50 |
| Cheese Ravioli | $16.49 | $10.99 | $5.50 |
| Never Ending Soup, Salad & Breadsticks | $11.99 | $9.49 | $2.50 |
Lunch-sized portions and lunch prices are offered Monday to Friday from opening until 3 p.m. at most restaurants.
2. Take advantage of Never Ending Pasta
Through Nov. 22, 2026, the Never Ending Pasta Bowl starts at $14.99 with unlimited refills, cheaper than most regular pastas.
3. Fill up on the free stuff
Every adult entrée includes unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks. Many people order one entrée and take half of it home for a second meal.
4. Join the Olive Garden eClub
Signing up on olivegarden.com gets you occasional email offers, birthday treats at some locations and early access to promotions like the Never Ending Pasta Bowl.
5. Watch for gift card promotions
Around the holidays, Darden often runs bonus offers when you buy gift cards, and discounted gift cards are sometimes sold at warehouse clubs. Using a discounted card is like getting a percentage off every meal.
6. Share appetizers and desserts
Portions are large. One appetizer for the table and one dessert with extra forks keeps the bill down.
7. Use happy hour
At participating restaurants, drinks and select appetizers are discounted on weekday afternoons. See our happy hour guide.
8. Order catering for groups
Feeding a family or office? Catering pans and the 12-serving Lasagna Classico can cost far less per person than individual entrées. See our catering calculator.
9. Skip delivery apps when you can
Third-party delivery prices and fees are usually higher. Ordering To Go directly from Olive Garden and picking it up is cheaper.
Cheapest items on the menu
| Item | Category | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breadsticks Vegetarian | Soups, Salad & Breadsticks | Half dozen $4.79Dozen $6.49 | 840–1,680 |
| Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce | Kids Menu | $7.49 | 280 |
| Kids Cheese Pizza | Kids Menu | $7.49 | 400 |
| Kids Macaroni & Cheese | Kids Menu | $7.49 | 360 |
| Kids Fettuccine Alfredo | Kids Menu | $7.99 | 660 |
| Kids Chicken Fingers | Kids Menu | $7.99 | 300 |
| Kids Cheese Ravioli Vegetarian | Kids Menu | $7.99 | 340 |
| Kids Grilled Chicken with Rotini Gluten sensitive | Kids Menu | $8.49 | 430 |
| Warm Italian Doughnuts Vegetarian | Desserts | $8.49 | 810 |
| Zuppa Toscana Gluten sensitive | Soups, Salad & Breadsticks | $8.49 | 220 |
Typical U.S. prices, last checked October 28, 2026. Prices vary by location. How we check prices.
Coupons and deals FAQ
Does Olive Garden have coupons?
Olive Garden occasionally sends offers to eClub members by email; it does not publish many printable coupons.
When is Olive Garden cheapest?
Weekday lunch, before 3 p.m., when lunch-sized favorites and the soup, salad and breadsticks special are discounted.