Is the Olive Garden 2 for $25 deal still available in 2026?

The 2 for $25 deal is periodically available at participating Olive Garden locations in 2026. It is not always running year-round. Always confirm with your local restaurant before visiting.

What entrees are included in the Olive Garden 2 for $25 deal?

Eligible entrees typically include Fettuccine Alfredo, Five Cheese Ziti al Forno, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Lasagna Classico, Chicken Parmigiana, Chicken Alfredo, Seafood Alfredo, Shrimp Scampi, and Smoked Mozzarella Chicken.

Does the Olive Garden 2 for $25 deal include drinks?

No. Beverages including soft drinks, iced tea, wine, and cocktails are charged separately. Budget an additional $4-$12 per person for drinks.

Can I use the 2 for $25 deal for takeout or delivery?

Some locations allow takeout with the 2 for $25 bundle, but unlimited soup, salad, and breadstick refills typically only apply for dine-in. Check with your specific location before ordering.

How much should I tip on the Olive Garden 2 for $25 deal?

Tip based on the full value of the meal (approximately $55-$75), not the $25 promotional price. A standard 18-20% tip works out to roughly $10-$15.

Is the 2 for $25 the same as the Never-Ending Pasta Bowl?

No. The Never-Ending Pasta Bowl offers unlimited pasta for one person at approximately $13.99. The 2 for $25 is a set three-course meal for two people at a fixed $25 price.

Catering Menu

Olive Garden Catering Menu With Prices 2026 Overview

Planning a group meal and want to know exactly what Olive Garden catering Menu costs in 2026? This guide covers every catering option, entrée pans serving 4–6, meal combinations for 8–14, sides, soups, salads, desserts, and sauces with current prices and cost-per-person breakdowns for every budget.

For smaller home gatherings, the Olive Garden family style meals page covers all pans and bundles with per-person cost breakdowns. Olive Garden catering Catering Menu is available for pickup or delivery and works for office lunches, family gatherings, birthday parties, and corporate events. Entrée pans start at $43.99, and meal combinations for larger groups start at $135. All orders are served family-style, not individually boxed.

Quick Summary: Olive Garden Catering Menu Prices 2026

Entrée pans (serves 4–6): $47.99 – $72.49
Meal combinations (serves 8–14): $147.50 – $224.00
Salad + breadsticks (serves 6): $22.99
Dessert pans (serves 8): $34.99
Minimum delivery order: approximately $100
Delivery fee: 10% on orders up to $500, then 5% beyond
Order deadline: typically 5 PM the day before your event
Pickup available at no extra fee

Olive Garden Catering Entrée Pans Prices 2026 (Serves 4–6)

Entrée pans are the core of Olive Garden catering menu. Each pan serves 4–6 people and can be mixed and matched to give variety to larger groups. Prices range from $43.99 for pasta dishes up to $65.79 for premium seafood and chicken options. Add soup to your catering order see the Olive Garden soup salad and breadsticks prices including gallon soup sizes perfect for large groups.

Entrée Pan (Serves 4–6)

Description

Price

Cost Per Person

Chicken Alfredo	Fettuccine with creamy Alfredo sauce and grilled chicken	$66.99	~$66.99–$66.99
Chicken Parmigiana	Breaded chicken with marinara and melted mozzarella	$60.99	~$60.99–$60.99
Fettuccine Alfredo	Classic creamy Alfredo over tender fettuccine (V)	$50.99	~$50.99–$50.99
Shrimp Alfredo	Creamy Alfredo pasta with sautéed shrimp	$72.29	~$72.29–$72.29
Five Cheese Ziti al Forno	Baked ziti with five Italian cheeses and marinara (V)	$50.99	~$50.99–$50.99
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce	Classic spaghetti with hearty beef meat sauce	$47.99	~$47.99–$47.99
Spaghetti with Marinara	Spaghetti with house marinara sauce (V)	$47.99	~$47.99–$47.99
Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo	Cheese-filled tortelloni with Alfredo and grilled chicken	$72.49	~$72.49–$72.49
Lasagna Classico (Serves 6)	Layers of pasta, seasoned beef, and cheese in tomato sauce	$53.99	~$53.99–$53.99
Lasagna Classico (Serves 12)	Large pan for bigger gatherings	$63.99	~$63.99–$63.99
Chicken Scampi	Chicken with garlic butter sauce and angel hair pasta	$64.79	~$64.79–$64.79
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara	Creamy carbonara with chicken and shrimp	$72.49	~$72.49–$72.49
Shrimp Scampi	Shrimp in garlic butter sauce with angel hair pasta	$66.79	~$66.79–$66.79
Cheese Ravioli with Marinara or Meat Sauce	Cheese-filled ravioli with choice of sauce (V option)	$51.49	~$51.49–$51.49

Serving tip: For groups of 10–20 guests, order 2–3 entrée pans and mix proteins with pasta and a vegetarian option. For example, Chicken Parmigiana + Fettuccine Alfredo + Five Cheese Ziti al Forno feeds 12–18 people for approximately $145–$165.

Olive Garden Catering Meal Combinations 2026 (Serves 8–14)

Meal combinations are all-in-one catering Menu packages designed for larger groups. They include an entrée, salad, and breadsticks ideal for office lunches or team events where convenience matters. Prices range from $135 to $192.50, serving 8–14 people. Before placing your catering order check for available Olive Garden coupons and promo codes that may apply to catering purchases.

Meal Combination

Serves

Price

Cost Per Person

Chicken Parmigiana Combination	8–14	$224.00	~$224.00–$224.00
Lasagna Combination	8–14	$224.00	~$224.00–$224.00
Create Your Own Pasta Station	8–14	$147.50	~$147.50–$147.50

Olive Garden Catering Sides, Soups, Salads & Desserts 2026

Round out your catering Menu order with Olive Garden’s signature sides. The Famous House Salad and breadsticks are the most popular add-ons. Dessert pans are available for groups of 8 and add a polished finish to any event.

Side / Add-On

Serves

Price

Famous Jumbo House Salad + 12 Breadsticks	6	$25.49
Homemade Soups (Small)	6	$20.49
Homemade Soups (Large)	12	$32.49
Breadsticks	6	$4.99
Fried Mozzarella	4–6	$28.29
Spinach-Artichoke Dip	4–6	$22.79
Toasted Beef Ravioli	4–6	$29.49
Grilled Chicken Breasts	4–6	$23.99
Chicken Fingers	4–6	$27.79
Italian Meatballs	4–6	$18.99
Broccoli	4–6	$18.99
Sicilian Cheesecake	8 slices	$34.99
Tiramisu	8 slices	$34.99
Black Tie Mousse Cake	8 slices	$34.99

Dipping Sauces (Serves 8)

Dipping Sauce

Serves

Price

Alfredo Dipping Sauce	8	$9.99
Five Cheese Marinara Sauce	8	$9.79
Marinara Dipping Sauce	8	$9.79
Meat Dipping Sauce	8	$9.79

Olive Garden Catering Menu Cost Per Person Budget Guide 2026

Use this table to estimate your total catering cost based on group size. These figures include entrée pans and basic sides but exclude delivery fees and tax.

Group Size

Recommended Order

Estimated Total

Cost Per Person

4–6 people	1 entrée pan + salad + breadsticks	$65–$90	~$11–$18
8–12 people	2 entrée pans + salad + breadsticks + soup	$130–$170	~$11–$17
12–20 people	3 entrée pans + salad + breadsticks + appetizer	$185–$240	~$10–$15
20–30 people	Meal combination + 2 entrée pans + sides + dessert	$340–$430	~$12–$16
30+ people	Multiple combinations + contact restaurant directly	Custom quote	~$12–$18

Best Olive Garden Catering Options by Event Type

Not sure what to order? Here are recommended combinations for the most common catering scenarios:

Event Type

Recommended Order

Est. Cost

Office lunch (10–14 people)	Chicken Parmigiana or Lasagna Combination + dessert pan	~$220–$240
Family gathering (8–12 people)	Chicken Alfredo + Five Cheese Ziti + Fettuccine Alfredo pans + salad	~$150–$175
Birthday party (15–20 people)	2 combinations + extra breadsticks + Sicilian Cheesecake pan	~$280–$350
Budget group meal (6–8 people)	Spaghetti with Meat Sauce + Fettuccine Alfredo + soup + salad	~$110–$130

How to Order Olive Garden Catering in 2026

Follow these steps for a smooth ordering experience:

Step 1 — Visit OliveGarden.com and navigate to the Catering section, or call your local restaurant directly.
Step 2 — Select your nearest participating location. Not all Olive Garden restaurants offer catering.
Step 3 — Choose your entrée pans or meal combinations based on your guest count.
Step 4 — Add sides: salads, breadsticks, soups, appetizers, and desserts.
Step 5 — Select pickup (free) or delivery (10% fee, $100 minimum order).
Step 6 — Schedule your order. Most locations require orders by 5 PM the day before.
Step 7 — For groups of 20 or more, call 24–36 hours in advance to confirm availability.
Step 8 — Ask about chafing kits and utensil sets available at some locations for $10–$15.
Step 9 — Review your total, including delivery fee and tax, before confirmin.

Money-Saving Tips for Olive Garden Catering

Choose Pickup Over Delivery

The 10% delivery fee adds up fast. On a $200 order, that is $20 extra. Pickup is free and gives you full control over timing.

Order Soup by the Gallon

Olive Garden sells soup by the gallon for approximately $27–$28, serving 10–12 people. At under $3 per serving, it is the most economical way to add a hot dish to your catering order.

Mix Budget Pans With Premium Ones

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce at $47.99 and Fettuccine Alfredo at $50.99 are the lowest-cost pans. Pair one with a premium option like Chicken Alfredo, and you get variety while keeping the average cost per pan down.

Skip Individual Desserts

A Sicilian Cheesecake or Tiramisu pan at $34.99 serves 8 people that works out to $4.37 per person. Ordering individual desserts from the regular menu costs $8.99–$9.49 each. The catering pan is less than half the price per serving.

Dietary & Allergen Options for Olive Garden Catering

Vegetarian options: Fettuccine Alfredo, Five Cheese Ziti al Forno, Spaghetti with Marinara, Cheese Ravioli — all available as catering pans.
Gluten-sensitive: Rotini pasta substitutes are available upon request at most locations. Confirm when ordering.
Dairy-free: Marinara-based dishes without cheese. Ask your server which items qualify.
Allergen sheets: Available on request from your local Olive Garden or at OliveGarden.com.

Catering Order Checklist

Confirm exact guest count before ordering
Choose entrée pans or meal combinations based on group size
Add salad and breadsticks; these are not included with entrée pans
Add soups or appetizers if budget allows
Choose a dessert pan for events with 8+ guests
Select pickup or delivery and confirm the fee
Verify your local restaurant participates in catering
Place your order by 5 PM the day before the event
For 20+ guests, order 24–36 hours in advance
Ask about chafing kits and serving utensils
Review total cost, including delivery and tax, before confirming

Frequently Asked Questions Olive Garden Catering 2026

How much does Olive Garden catering cost per person in 2026?

Olive Garden catering Menu typically costs $10–$18 per person, depending on what you order. Entrée pans serving 4–6 range from $43.99 to $65.79. Meal combinations serving 8–14 range from $135 to $192.50. Adding sides, salad, and dessert brings the average to approximately $12–$16 per person for a complete meal.

How far in advance should I place a catering order?

Most Olive Garden locations require orders to be placed by 5 PM the day before your event. For larger groups of 20 or more people, it is recommended to order 24–36 hours in advance to ensure availability of all items.

Do entrée pans include salad and breadsticks?

No. Salad and breadsticks are only included in meal combination packages. If you order individual entrée pans, you need to add salad and breadsticks separately. A Jumbo House Salad with 12 breadsticks serving 6 people costs $22.99.

What is the minimum order for Olive Garden catering Menu delivery?

The minimum order for delivery is approximately $100, though this may vary slightly by location. There is also a 10% delivery fee on orders up to $500, then 5% beyond that. Pickup is available at no extra charge.

Does Olive Garden offer vegetarian catering options?

Yes. Vegetarian options include Fettuccine Alfredo, Five Cheese Ziti al Forno, Spaghetti with Marinara, and Cheese Ravioli — all available as catering pans. Minestrone soup is also vegetarian.

Is Olive Garden catering served family-style or individually boxed?

Olive Garden catering Menu is served family-style in large pans, not individually packaged. Guests serve themselves from the shared pans. If you need individually packaged meals, this is not the right catering option.

Can I order Olive Garden catering for pickup?

Yes. Pickup is available at most participating locations and has no delivery fee. This is the most cost-effective way to order catering Menu from Olive Garden and gives you control over the collection time.

How much does Olive Garden catering cost for 20 people?

For 20 people, plan on ordering 3–4 entrée pans plus salad, breadsticks, and sides. A typical order for 20 people costs approximately $200–$280 before delivery fees and tax, working out to roughly $10–$14 per person.

Does Olive Garden catering Menu offer gluten-free options?

Yes. Gluten-sensitive rotini pasta is available as a substitute in catering orders upon request. Always confirm with your local restaurant when placing the order as availability varies by location.

What are the best Olive Garden catering options for an office lunch?

For an office lunch serving 10–14 people, the Chicken Parmigiana Combination or Lasagna Combination at $192.50 are the most convenient options as they include salad and breadsticks. Adding a dessert pan brings the total to approximately $225–$230 roughly $16–$23 per person.

Is Olive Garden Catering Worth It in 2026?

Olive Garden catering Menu offers genuine value for groups of 4 to 30+ people. At $10–$18 per person for a full Italian meal with salad, breadsticks, and dessert, it competes well against other casual dining catering options. The family-style format works especially well for relaxed office lunches, birthday parties, and family gatherings where variety and comfort food matter more than individual plating.

The key is to plan ahead, confirm your local restaurant participates, choose pickup over delivery when possible, and mix entrée pans strategically to give your guests variety without overspending. Call your local Olive Garden to confirm availability, place your order by 5 PM the day before, and enjoy a stress-free group meal that everyone will appreciate.

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Maria Conti is a food writer and casual dining enthusiast who tracks restaurant deals, menu changes, prices and value offers across the U.S. She covers Italian-American restaurant chains for readers who want clear, up-to-date menu information and practical comparisons.