The Olive Garden Allergen Menu is designed to help guests easily identify common allergens in each dish before ordering. At Olive Garden, the allergen guide clearly marks items that contain ingredients like dairy, egg, wheat, gluten, soy, seafood, and nuts, along with notes about possible cross-contamination risks from shared cooking methods.
Appetizers
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Fish | Crustacea | Mollusk | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calamari | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Fried Mozzarella | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Lasagna Fritta | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Meatballs Parmigiana | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Shrimp Fritto Misto | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Flatbread Crisps | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Stuffed Ziti Fritta | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Toasted Ravioli | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Soups, Salad & Breadsticks
| Menu Item | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breadstick with Garlic Topping | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Salad with Signature Italian Dressing | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Chicken & Gnocchi Soup | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Minestrone Soup | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Pasta Fagioli Soup | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Stellini Soup (Regional) | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Zuppa Toscana Soup (U.S. Only) | Y |
Create Your Own Pasta
| Menu Item | Dairy | Wheat | Gluten |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Hair | Y | Y | Y |
| Bucatini | Y | Y | Y |
| Fettuccine | Y | Y | Y |
| Gluten-Free Rotini | Y | ||
| Rigatoni | Y | Y | Y |
| Small Shells | Y | Y | Y |
| Spaghetti | Y | Y | Y |
| Alfredo Sauce | Y | Y | Y |
| Creamy Mushroom Sauce | Y | Y | Y |
Sauces & Toppings
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Cheese Marinara Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Marinara | Y | |||||
| Meat Sauce | Y | |||||
| Tomato Sauce | ||||||
| Crispy Chicken Fritta | ● | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Grilled Chicken | ● | |||||
| Italian Sausage | ||||||
| Meatballs | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Sautéed Shrimp | Y | Y | ||||
| Seasoned Broccoli |
Entrées
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Fish | Crustacea | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four-Cheese Manicotti | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Braised Beef Tortelloni | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Ravioli di Portobello | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Calabrian Steak & Shrimp Bucatini | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Calabrian Steak Bucatini | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Calabrian Shrimp Bucatini | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Cheese Ravioli (No Sauce) | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Cheese Ravioli with Marinara Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Cheese Ravioli with Meat Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Chicken Alfredo (with Grilled Chicken) | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Chicken Alfredo (with Crispy Chicken Fritta) | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Chicken Parmigiana | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Chicken Scampi | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Chicken Tortelloni Alfredo | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Eggplant Parmigiana | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Entrées
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Fish | Crustacea | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fettuccine Alfredo | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Five Cheese Ziti al Forno | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Grilled Chicken Margherita | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Herb-Grilled Salmon | ● | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Lasagna Classico | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Ravioli Carbonara | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Seafood Alfredo | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Shrimp Alfredo | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Shrimp Carbonara | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Shrimp Scampi | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce & Meatballs | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Spaghetti with Marinara Sauce & Italian Sausage | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce & Meatballs | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce & Italian Sausage | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Stuffed Chicken Marsala | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| 6 oz. Sirloin | ● | Y | Y | |||||
| Tour of Italy | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Tuscan Pork Chop (where available) | ● | Y | Y |
Kids’ Entrées
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheese Ravioli | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Cheese Pizza | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Pepperoni (Add-on) | |||||
| Chicken Fingers | ● | Y | Y | Y | |
| Macaroni & Cheese | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Sides
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| French Fries | ● | |||||
| Grapes | ||||||
| Italian Sausage (with Marinara) | Y | |||||
| Mashed Potatoes | Y | |||||
| Meatballs (with Marinara) | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Parmesan Garlic Broccoli | Y | |||||
| Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Gluten-Sensitive Options
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Famous House Salad (without Croutons) | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Zuppa Toscana Soup (U.S. Only) | Y | ||||
| 6 oz. Sirloin | ● | Y | |||
| Grilled Chicken Parmigiana with Rotini & Marinara | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Herb-Grilled Salmon | ● | Y | Y | ||
| Rotini Pasta with Marinara | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Rotini Pasta with Meat Sauce | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Add Grilled Chicken | ● | ||||
| Add Shrimp | Y | Y | |||
| Add Italian Sausage |
Desserts
| Menu Item | Cross-Contamination Risk | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almond Biscotti (served with specialty coffee) | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Black Tie Mousse Cake | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Chocolate Lasagna | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Sicilian Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Strawberry Cream Cake | Y | Y | Y | Y | ||
| Tiramisu | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Warm Italian Doughnuts | ● | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Menu Item | Dairy | Egg | Wheat | Gluten | Soy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolate Sauce | Y | ||||
| Raspberry Sauce | |||||
| Mint Candy | Y | Y |
Olive Garden Allergen Menu PDF
FAQs
What is the Olive Garden Allergen Menu?
The Olive Garden Allergen Menu is a helpful guide that shows which dishes contain common allergens like gluten, dairy, eggs, soy, fish, and shellfish. At Olive Garden, you can check this guide online, on the app, or ask your server for a copy.
Does Olive Garden offer gluten-free options?
Yes, Olive Garden offers gluten-sensitive choices like gluten-free pasta, grilled chicken, and some seafood dishes. However, cross-contact may still happen, so guests with severe gluten allergies should inform the staff.
Are there dairy-free items available?
Yes, there are several dairy-free options such as grilled salmon, plain pasta with marinara sauce, and some vegetable sides. You can also request to remove cheese or creamy sauces to make a dish dairy-free.
How does Olive Garden handle nut allergies?
The allergen menu clearly marks items that may contain peanuts or tree nuts. Most main dishes are nut-free, but some desserts and specialty items may include nuts, so it’s best to check before ordering.
Are vegan options available at Olive Garden?
Yes, guests can choose vegan-friendly items like minestrone soup, pasta with marinara, and steamed vegetables. The create-your-own pasta option also allows you to customize a plant-based meal.
How can I view the full Allergen Menu?
You can view the full allergen menu on the Olive Garden website, mobile app, or by asking a server at the restaurant. This makes it easy to review ingredients before placing your order.
Is Olive Garden safe for people with shellfish allergies?
The menu clearly labels shellfish items such as shrimp dishes, helping guests avoid them. You can choose alternatives like chicken, steak, or vegetarian pasta, but shared kitchen areas may carry some cross-contact risk.
What should I know about egg allergies?
Eggs may be present in dressings, breaded items, pasta fillings, and desserts. Safer choices often include grilled proteins, simple pasta dishes, and select soups, but always confirm with the staff.
Are soy-free dishes available?
Many classic menu items contain little or no soy, but some sauces and marinades may include it. The allergen guide helps you identify soy-free options more easily.
Does Olive Garden take food allergies seriously?
Yes, Olive Garden staff are trained to note allergy requests and prepare food carefully. Still, because meals are made in shared kitchens, complete allergen-free preparation cannot be guaranteed.
Can children with allergies eat safely at Olive Garden?
Yes, the kids’ menu includes simple options like plain pasta, grilled chicken, and basic sides. Parents can use the allergen menu to choose safer meals for their children.
How often is the Allergen Menu updated?
The allergen menu is updated regularly to match recipe and menu changes. It is always best to check the latest version online or in the restaurant before ordering.