Same food same service in most Olive Garden locations. When we checked in we where given a pager and expected to wait for 25-30 minutes. Having to wait only 10 minutes or so was a PLUS!
I sampled out the Moscato they had for the day and really enjoyed it! Our server was sweet and friendly took our orders efficiently and went about her business. Now once we got our dishes that had been served by the runners is when it became a bit of a waiting game. Drink refills, bread refills, the soup refill, Our server hardly served us once the order was placed.
It was the Hubby's Bday so my daughter approached one of the hostess to see if they could sing happy birthday to him. We didn't want him to expect anything so they where all great to join in on this plan. After our meal they came out singing with a mini cake good enough for 10 slices! The cake looked good but once you took a bite it was so dry not even the kids finished their slices. They also charge about $9 to do the whole thing. Most places bring out a slice of cake and sing at no cost. I don't care to pay the extra charge but they need to serve cake that is at least edible.
Finally when we had our left overs packed up by our server I was shocked to see her grab the breadsticks straight out of the basket and place it in the bag. I have never left an Olive Garden where they didn't package the breadsticks in the oven safe bag. They usual ask if we want fresh breadsticks to take home but not this time straight into the bag without proper packaging.
I have had way better experiences at Olive Garden.....