Olive Garden Specials
Your complete guide to every current Olive Garden deal — from today’s lunch specials and Buy One Take One to unlimited soup, salad & breadsticks. Never miss a savings opportunity.
Whether you’re planning a weekday lunch break, a family dinner, or ordering Italian favorites to go, Olive Garden specials make it easy to enjoy authentic Italian-American cuisine without stretching your budget. From the legendary unlimited breadsticks to jaw-dropping deals like Buy One, Take One, Olive Garden consistently rolls out promotions that keep guests coming back for more.
In this comprehensive guide — updated daily — we cover every single Olive Garden specials today, including seasonal limited-time offers, everyday value deals, Olive Garden lunch specials, family bundles, and insider tips to save even more. All data has been sourced directly from the latest available promotions as of 2026.
Buy One, Take One
Olive Garden’s most popular promotion — enjoy one entrée at the restaurant and take a second one home absolutely free.
Choose your dine-in entrée — each includes unlimited soup or salad and warm garlic breadsticks.
- Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
- Four-Cheese Manicotti
- NEW! Rigatoni alla Vodka
- Fettuccine Alfredo (+$3)
- Five-Cheese Baked Ziti (+$4)
- Lasagna Classico (+$4)
- Chicken Parmigiana (+$7)
Your second entrée is freshly prepared, chilled, and packaged for easy reheating at home. Simply pop it in the oven or microwave for a restaurant-quality meal later.
- Fettuccine Alfredo
- Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
- Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
Note: Take-home entrée does not include soup, salad, or breadsticks. Valid through May 3, 2026.
Limited TimeOlive Garden Lunch Specials
Affordable Italian favorites available Monday through Friday — perfect for a satisfying midday meal without breaking the bank.
Available Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the weekday lunch special is a budget-friendly option that includes classic pasta, salads, sandwiches, or soups — often with complimentary breadsticks or salad.
This is the most affordable way to enjoy Olive Garden lunch specials today, with prices starting at just $5.99 depending on your selection.
Dine-In OnlyLunch-sized favorites starting around $7.99 — featuring smaller portions of Olive Garden’s most popular dishes, all served with unlimited soup or salad and warm breadsticks.
- Fettuccine Alfredo — $10.99
- Lasagna Classico — $11.99
- Chicken Parmigiana — $11.99
- Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
Available weekdays until 3:00 PM. Includes unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks.
Dine-InOne of the most iconic Olive Garden specials of all time — unlimited refills of homemade soup, the famous house salad with Italian dressing, and unlimited warm garlic breadsticks.
- Zuppa Toscana
- Chicken & Gnocchi
- Pasta e Fagioli
- Minestrone
Weekday lunch price: ~$9.49–$9.99. Also available at dinner for a slightly higher price.
Dine-InMore Olive Garden Specials Today
Beyond the headliners, Olive Garden offers a range of everyday deals and seasonal promotions that deliver serious value.
When you purchase any adult entrée for dine-in or ToGo, add a freshly prepared, chilled classic entrée to take home for just $6 more. This year-round promotion is one of the smartest ways to stretch your dollar at Olive Garden.
- Fettuccine Alfredo
- Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
- Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
Take-home entrées do not include soup, salad, or breadsticks. Available year-round.
Dine-In ToGoA complete Italian dining experience for two at an unbeatable price. This deal includes two entrées, one appetizer, one dessert, plus unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks — all for just $25.
- 2 Entrées (e.g., Fettuccine Alfredo, Five Cheese Ziti)
- 1 Shared Appetizer
- 1 Shared Dessert
- Unlimited Soup or Salad + Breadsticks
Available Monday through Thursday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Early Dinner Duos offer a complete meal including an entrée with unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks at a reduced price. It’s perfect for those who prefer dining early and want to beat the dinner rush.
This is one of the best-kept secrets among Olive Garden specials today — a full Italian dinner at lunch-like prices during the transitional afternoon hours.
Dine-In Mon–Thu OnlyIntroduced nationwide in January 2026, the Lighter Portions menu features smaller, nutritionally dense, lower-calorie versions of Olive Garden’s most beloved dishes — all priced between $13 and $15. Each lighter entrée still comes with unlimited breadsticks and your choice of soup or salad.
- Chicken Parmigiana (Lighter)
- Lasagna Classico (Lighter)
- Five Cheese Ziti al Forno (Lighter)
- Fettuccine Alfredo (Lighter)
When available (typically as a seasonal/fall promotion), the Never Ending Pasta Bowl lets you enjoy unlimited refills of your choice of pasta, sauce, and toppings — along with unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks. It’s the ultimate deal for pasta lovers and one of the most anticipated Olive Garden specials each year.
- Choose your pasta (Spaghetti, Rigatoni, Fettuccine, etc.)
- Pick your sauce (Meat Sauce, Alfredo, Marinara, etc.)
- Add a topping (Meatballs, Chicken, Sausage, etc.)
- Unlimited refills with mix-and-match combos
Perfect for family nights or group gatherings, Olive Garden’s Family Bundles ToGo serve 4 to 6 people and include a jumbo house salad and 12 warm breadsticks alongside your chosen entrée.
- Family-Style Lasagna Bundle
- Chicken Alfredo Family Pan
- Fettuccine Alfredo Family Pan
- Five Cheese Ziti al Forno Family Pan
- Chicken Parmigiana Family Pan
Catering meal combos also available for larger groups of 8–14. Order via OliveGarden.com or the app.
ToGo / Pickup DeliveryAll Olive Garden Specials at a Glance
A side-by-side comparison of every current promotion so you can find the perfect deal for your next visit.
| Special / Deal | Price | Availability | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buy One, Take One | From $14.99 | Mar 16 – May 3, 2026 | 2 entrées + unlimited soup/salad/breadsticks |
| $6 Take Home Entrées | $6.00 add-on | Year-Round | 1 chilled take-home entrée with any purchase |
| 2 for $25 Deal | $25.00 | Ongoing (Dine-In) | 2 entrées + appetizer + dessert + unlimited soup/salad/breadsticks |
| Weekday Lunch Special | From $5.99 | Mon–Fri, 11 AM – 3 PM | Classic pasta, salad, or soup + breadsticks |
| Lunch Duos | From $7.99 | Mon–Fri until 3 PM | Lunch-sized entrée + unlimited soup/salad/breadsticks |
| Unlimited Soup, Salad & Breadsticks | $9.49–$9.99 | Lunch: Mon–Fri | Unlimited soup + salad + breadsticks |
| Early Dinner Duos | Varies | Mon–Thu, 3–5 PM | Entrée + unlimited soup/salad/breadsticks |
| Lighter Portions | $13–$15 | Year-Round (since Jan 2026) | Smaller entrée + unlimited breadsticks + soup/salad |
| Never Ending Pasta Bowl | $13.99 | Seasonal (typically Fall) | Unlimited pasta/sauce/toppings + soup/salad/breadsticks |
| Family Bundles ToGo | Varies | Year-Round | Entrée for 4–6 + jumbo salad + 12 breadsticks |
| Veterans Day Special | FREE | November 11 annually | Free entrée for veterans & active military |
More Ways to Save at Olive Garden
Beyond the standard specials, here are additional strategies to maximize your savings.
Join the Olive Garden eClub & Rewards
Signing up for the Olive Garden eClub is completely free and unlocks a range of exclusive benefits. As a member, you’ll receive a welcome reward upon joining, a free dessert or appetizer on your birthday, and regular exclusive email offers with deals you won’t find anywhere else. In 2026, eClub members even got early access to the Buy One, Take One deal a full week before the general public.
Enrollment is available through the Olive Garden website (OliveGarden.com) or the Olive Garden mobile app. Unlike traditional points-based programs, the eClub delivers direct discounts and personalized promotions straight to your inbox.
Veterans Day Free Entrée
Every November 11, Olive Garden honors active-duty military members and veterans with a free entrée from a special select menu. This dine-in-only offer typically requires valid military ID or proof of service and includes favorites like Never Ending Soup, Salad & Breadsticks, Cheese Ravioli, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Chicken Parmigiana. It’s one of the most generous Veterans Day restaurant offers in the country.
Kids Eat Free Promotions
Olive Garden periodically runs “Kids Eat Free” promotions, which typically require the purchase of an adult entrée and may be valid on specific days of the week or at participating locations only. While not a year-round offer, these promotions pop up several times each year, so it’s worth checking the Olive Garden website or asking your server about current kids’ meal deals.
Ordering Tips for Maximum Savings
To get the most value from Olive Garden specials today, consider these tips: Visit during weekday lunch hours (11 AM–3 PM) for the lowest prices. Combine the $6 Take Home deal with any entrée to essentially get two meals for around $17–$20 total. Download the Olive Garden app for app-exclusive deals and easy ToGo ordering. If you’re feeding a crowd, the Family Bundles ToGo offer far better per-person value than ordering individual entrées. And always check whether the Buy One, Take One deal is currently running — when it is, it’s hands down the best value in casual dining.
Typical Olive Garden Hours (2026)
| Day | Hours | Lunch Specials |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM | Not Available |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Not Available |
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Olive Garden specials, answered.
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