Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

Italian Restaurant $$ 4.2 (4060)


Olive Garden provides a mostly authentic Italian dining experience with hearty portions and a warm atmosphere. Many customers enjoy the fresh salad and breadsticks, alongside a variety of classic Italian dishes. Despite excellent food quality, there are occurrences of inconsistent service, leading to mixed reviews about the overall experience.

Overall:

4.3

(3260 reviews)

Authenticity:

4.0

Atmosphere:

4.0

Service:

3.9


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (803) 732-0471

Address: 274 Harbison Blvd, Columbia, SC 29212, USA

Opening hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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Service options

  • Dine-In Available
  • Takeout Available
  • Delivery Available
  • Curbside Pickup Available

Offerings

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Beer
  • Wine
  • Cocktails
  • Dessert
  • Coffee
  • Vegetarian Options Available

Amenities

  • Restroom Available

Good for

  • Menu for Children
  • Good for Children
  • Good for Groups

Payment options

  • Credit Cards
  • Debit Cards
  • NFC Payments

Parking options

  • Free Parking Lot
  • Free Street Parking

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Top Recent and Curated Reviews (10)

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" My experience at Olive Garden was chaotic. I felt that the restaurant was understaffed during my visit, leading to delayed service. The food was what I expected, but the long wait for everything left me feeling unsatisfied. I love Olive Garden, but I want a smoother experience next time. " (*Curated Review*)

" My last visit to Olive Garden was disappointing. The service was quite slow, and it felt like we were forgotten. Although the food was good, I had the pasta and was hoping for a more generous portion. The server did apologize for the wait which was nice, but overall, I have mixed feelings about returning again soon. " (*Curated Review*)

" I hosted a birthday party at Olive Garden, and they accommodated us perfectly! We were a party of 15, and both the food quality and service were exceptional. The unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks really made for a fun evening. Everyone loved their meals and left satisfied. I would highly recommend this location for group celebrations. " (*Curated Review*)

" I dined alone at Olive Garden for lunch, and I was thoroughly pleased! The minestrone soup was hearty and filled with flavor, and the salad was crisp and fresh. There was no wait time at all, and the staff were polite. I might just make this a regular lunch spot! " (*Curated Review*)

" I just had dinner at Olive Garden and it was fantastic! The ambiance was cozy, and our server was super friendly and attentive. I ordered the Shrimp Scampi and it was well-cooked, although I found myself wanting a bit more seasoning. The breadsticks were perfect as usual. I plan on returning shortly! " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (3250)

" My visit to Olive Garden was mediocre at best. I ordered the Shrimp Alfredo and it tasted bland. The server was friendly, but I felt like we were neglected for too long. The garlic breadsticks were the star of the meal but I was left overall unsatisfied. I don't know if I would return anytime soon. " (*Curated Review*)

" I always go to Olive Garden to get my favorite - the Tour of Italy! It's such a great deal and it comes with so much food. My family loves their Zuppa Toscana, too. The only downside was that it took a while for the food to arrive, but it was worth the wait. I love the casual, family-friendly atmosphere. " (*Curated Review*)

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