Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

Italian Restaurant $$ 4.2 (2815)


Olive Garden offers a chain dining experience that's known for its hearty Italian-American dishes. While most guests appreciate the generous portions, there is a mixed reception about the authenticity of the food, with some considering it a scaled-down version of genuine Italian cuisine. Nonetheless, many patrons enjoy the friendly service and lively atmosphere.

Overall:

4.1

(2264 reviews)

Authenticity:

3.9

Atmosphere:

4.2

Service:

4.0


Restaurant website: Website

Phone number: (419) 621-5589

Address: 5205 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870, 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!**

" I’m not a picky person, but my experience at this Olive Garden was not great. The portions were decent, but the food lacked flavor. I had the carbonara and it tasted like it was swimming in oil. No amount of cheese could salvage that. Service was okay but definitely room for improvement. I think I’ll stick to my local Italian spots next time. " (*Curated Review*)

" Sometimes, chain restaurants are a hit or miss, but Olive Garden leans towards the positive. The atmosphere was warm and family-friendly, and the food, while not authentically Italian, was comforting. You get your money’s worth with the big portions. I enjoyed the shrimp scampi - a little bit of flavor to it. Worth a visit if you’re looking for something familiar! " (*Curated Review*)

" We usually visit Olive Garden for special occasions, but our last visit was less than stellar. It seemed like the staff was overwhelmed, which led to poor service. My order was delayed, and when it finally arrived, my chicken piccata was overcooked and tasteless. I understand that restaurants can have off nights, but this was disappointing considering previous visits. The good news is that my dessert, a delicious tiramisu, was on point. I may give them another chance but only after some time. " (*Curated Review*)

" We were pleasantly surprised at our last visit to Olive Garden. The food was much better than we remembered! The garlic breadsticks were as great as ever, but I decided to try something new and ordered the stuffed mushrooms. They were divine! Our server was a gem too, constantly checking on us and making sure our needs were met. I think they've improved over the past few months, and I can see us returning much sooner now. " (*Curated Review*)

" My family and I decided to treat ourselves to Olive Garden this weekend. I was reminded of how much I enjoy their breadsticks; they are truly endless! The salad was fresh, but I was a bit disappointed by the entrees. I ordered lasagna, expecting a rich, hearty meal, but it felt a bit lacking in authenticity and depth of flavor compared to what I've had at local Italian spots. The service, however, was stellar. Our waitstaff were attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. The atmosphere was pleasant, but it gets rather loud when busy. " (*Curated Review*)

Archived Reviews (2254)

" I recently tried the endless shrimp at Olive Garden. I was filled well before I hit the limit, and boy, it was a satisfying meal. While I can't say it's entirely authentic Italian cuisine, the shrimp was nicely prepared and full of flavor. The service was decent, and the pricing seemed fair. I walked out feeling happy and full! " (*Curated Review*)

" What a terrible experience we had. The wait for a table was reasonable, but the wait for our food was not. Our server was overwhelmed and forgot about us entirely. I overheard her apologize to another table for the same reason. When the food arrived, my pasta was dry, and the sauce was bland. No one ever came by to see if we wanted more salad or breadsticks. Very unsatisfactory visit overall. " (*Curated Review*)

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