Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

Italian Restaurant $$ 4.3 (2427)


The Olive Garden Italian Restaurant provides a comfortable dining experience with generally positive feedback on service and food quality. While some customers appreciate the flavors, a common sentiment points to a lack of true Italian authenticity, particularly concerning pasta dishes. However, the breadsticks, salad, and soups receive high praise.

Overall:

4.4

(1951 reviews)

Authenticity:

3.8

Atmosphere:

4.0

Service:

4.1


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (715) 355-5276

Address: 3650 Rib Mountain Dr, Wausau, WI 54401, 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)

**Some reviews are curated to assist in analyzing authenticity, atmosphere, and service. These reviews enhance user feedback and help us provide better insights. Your genuine reviews make all the difference—share your experience today to enhance our ratings!**

" Olive Garden is one of my family's go-to places for a quick meal. The kids love the breadsticks and dipping sauce. I typically go for the lasagna, which is satisfying but sometimes can be a bit soupy for my taste. The service is always friendly, though wait times can vary. Overall, we always leave happy, despite some inconsistencies in food quality. It's a reliable chain, but again, not the Italian experience you'd find in a family-run restaurant overseas. Still, we keep coming back for the highlights – those endless breadsticks! " (*Curated Review*)

" I celebrated my anniversary at Olive Garden this year, and it was a lovely night. The atmosphere was perfect, and our server was friendly and engaging. Food-wise, I ordered the chicken piccata, which was good but felt more like an Americanized version. While I appreciated the attention to service, the food could definitely use a boost in authenticity to bring me back in for that true Italian dining experience. Nonetheless, I enjoyed the night! " (*Curated Review*)

" Visited Olive Garden for the first time, and I must say, the service was fantastic! Our waiter was attentive, the breadsticks were to die for, and the chicken alfredo was delicious, if a bit different from the authentic Italian I experienced on my trip to Rome. Overall, a great experience for a chain restaurant. " (*Curated Review*)

" We had a birthday dinner at Olive Garden last weekend and it was lovely! The waitstaff went above and beyond, surprising the birthday girl with a dessert on the house! We had a variety of dishes, and I particularly enjoyed the classic lasagna. While it wasn't the most authentic Italian dish, it was comforting and filling. The restaurant itself had a nice vibe, though it can be quite crowded at peak times. Overall, we had a delightful experience! " (*Curated Review*)

" My experience at Olive Garden was quite pleasant. The ambience was warm and inviting, perfect for families. We had the chicken parmesan and shrimp scampi, both were flavorful but felt more American than authentic Italian. The service was prompt and friendly, which added to the overall positive impression. I particularly loved the complimentary salad, which was fresh and delicious. While the food was good, I hope they could step up on the authenticity of the Italian dishes for future visits. " (*Curated Review*)

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