Olive Garden’s Never-Ending Soup, Salad and Breadsticks costs $18.29 at dinner and $13.99 at weekday lunch, and it includes unlimited refills of one soup, the house salad and warm breadsticks while you dine in. It is one of the most famous deals on the Olive Garden menu, and one of the easiest ways to eat well for under $20.
Key Takeaways
- Dinner price: $18.29. Weekday lunch price (11 AM–3 PM): $13.99.
- Choose from Pasta e Fagioli, Zuppa Toscana, Minestrone or Chicken & Gnocchi.
- Refills are unlimited for dine-in guests during the same visit.
- Refills cannot be packed to go.
How Much Is Never-Ending Soup and Salad?
The price depends on the time of day. At dinner the deal costs about $18.29, while at lunch on weekdays it drops to about $13.99. Prices can vary a little between restaurants, so use these figures as a guide.
| Time | Typical price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday lunch (11 AM–3 PM) | $13.99 | Unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks |
| Dinner and weekends | $18.29 | Unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks |
To see how this compares with entrées and desserts, open our Olive Garden menu prices overview.
The Four Soups You Can Choose
The Olive Garden menu rotates its soup lineup occasionally, but four soups are the long-running favorites:
- Pasta e Fagioli: a hearty tomato-based soup with beef, beans and small pasta.
- Zuppa Toscana: spicy Italian sausage, kale and potatoes in a creamy broth.
- Minestrone: vegetables, beans and pasta in a light tomato broth. It is the vegetarian choice.
- Chicken & Gnocchi: roasted chicken and soft potato gnocchi in a creamy soup with spinach.
Because refills are unlimited, you can try a different soup with each bowl. Many guests start with a light bowl of Minestrone and finish with Zuppa Toscana.
The Famous House Salad and Breadsticks
The house salad combines crisp greens, tomatoes, black olives, red onion, pepperoncini and croutons with Olive Garden’s signature Italian dressing. If you prefer less dressing, ask for it on the side. The breadsticks are soft, brushed with garlic butter and refilled at the table.
Tips for a Lighter Meal
Soup and salad can be a lighter choice than a pasta entrée if you go easy on dressing and breadsticks. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend filling more of your plate with vegetables, so an extra salad refill is a smart move. Calorie information appears on the menu thanks to the FDA menu labeling rules.
Refill Rules You Should Know
- Dine-in only: unlimited refills are for guests eating in the restaurant.
- Same visit: refills end when you leave the table.
- No refills to go: you cannot ask for extra bowls to take home.
- One person, one order: each guest who eats from the refills needs their own order.
Want this deal for less? Visit on a weekday before 3 PM. Our Olive Garden lunch menu guide explains lunch hours and every lunch price in detail.
Is the Deal Worth It?
For most diners, yes. At $13.99 for lunch, the deal costs only a little more than a single lunch pasta plate, but you can eat as much as you like. At dinner, $18.29 is still lower than most entrées. If you are watching your budget, it is one of the options we highlight in our list of the cheapest meals at Olive Garden. More soup and salad articles live in our Soups & Salads category.
