Impossibly Good Menu. OK...nobody goes to The Olive Garden expecting to see a guy in a suit, with an Italian accent (and a funny little mustache) greet you at the door. You go because the menu is unstoppable...from pasta to pizza to chicken & veal to different cheeses and raviolis stuffed with any number of things. I went on a recent Friday night and had the penne with sausage in a fabulous cream sause with just a hint of garlic. Excellent. If you get there a little early the lines won't be too long. The servers always to be be smiling which makes me think they are hitting the canolies back in the kitchen. A very satisfying meal, a non stressful atmosphere, and a check that's always well within budget. A winner every time.…
Traditional dishes and all -you-can-eat salad, soup and bread sticks are the draw at this upscale-casual Italian restaurant..
In Short
Established in 1982, this chain gained a following for its laid-back atmosphere and generous portions. Patrons settle into comfortable booths and tables in dining rooms with
plants, artwork and décor reminiscient of the villas in the Tuscan countryside. Starters include scampi, sausage or pepperoni pizza, and several soup choices, as well as a signature seafood dip (crab, shrimp, cheese and marinara). Entrees include classics like lasagna, fettuccine Alfredo and chicken parmigiana. There are also "Garden Fare" options, which promise 30 percent fewer calories.…
