Arrived at 8:30PM on a Thursday, was pretty busy so we got stuck at a table by the kitchen (and two screaming kids). Why is there even a table there?
Waitress was nice and attentive. I was surprised at the quality of service considering my previous Olive Garden experiences.
I have a weakness for their salads, I can't deny the onions, sweet peppers and croutons. Tie me up and take aware my epicurean card, but I will never deny the salad.
Drinks are syrupy sweet and overpriced, so no recommendation there. This visit I had the Tour of Italy which is fettuccine alfredo, chicken parmigiana and meat lasagna. Fettuccine was tv-dinner quality, Chicken was overbreaded, overseasoned and dry, Lasagna was actually good, I'd eat another plate for sure.
Super fatty and delicious desserts.
Best part of Olive Garden is people watching. Hilarious high school first dates and a healthy mix of beer-bellied family gatherings. Extra prize if you can spot someone who just exudes "I'm too good for this place".