With so many pastas and classics to choose from, what should you actually order? Here are the 10 best dishes at Olive Garden in 2026 — the crowd favorites that are worth every bite, with prices.
Top 10 Things to Order
- Tour of Italy ($22.49) — lasagna, chicken parmigiana and fettuccine alfredo on one plate.
- Chicken Alfredo ($26.49) — the creamy signature.
- Lasagna Classico ($18.49) — layered meat-sauce comfort.
- Chicken Parmigiana ($20.29) — crispy, cheesy and saucy.
- Five Cheese Ziti al Forno ($26.49) — baked, bubbly and rich.
- Shrimp Scampi ($25.99) — lighter, garlicky and bright.
- Stuffed Chicken Marsala ($30.79) — a special-occasion pick.
- Zuppa Toscana (with soup & salad) — the must-try soup.
- Fried Mozzarella ($8.99) — the best starter.
- Tiramisu ($11.99) — the classic finish.
Best for First-Timers
New to Olive Garden? Order the Tour of Italy — it samples three signatures at once — and start with unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks.
Best Value Pick
The unlimited Soup, Salad & Breadsticks (around $13.49) delivers the most food for the money, while family-style pans win for groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best thing to order at Olive Garden?
Fan favorites are the Tour of Italy, Chicken Alfredo and Lasagna Classico.
What should a first-timer order at Olive Garden?
The Tour of Italy lets you try three classic dishes on one plate.
What is the most popular dish at Olive Garden?
Fettuccine and Chicken Alfredo are consistently the most ordered.
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