Olive Garden

I ordered the herb grilled salmon with vegetables and just asked them to only use olive oil to grill it and to not include the “herb butter” or toppings (no Parmesan etc). Our server was very kind and accommodating. Just salmon and broccoli with olive oil and seasoning. And our server also said he had them add extra broccoli since I couldn’t have anything else.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

We stopped going to Olive Garden years ago because of always being sick from cross contamination and because the gluten free pasta just tastes terrible!

Celiac friendly?

No

I went here for a family member birthday celebration. I ordered the grilled chicken parmigiana. I requested no pasta, because I couldn't trust that it would truly be gluten free. They brought the dish with the pasta anyway. The waitress assured me it was gluten free and cooked entirely separate. I chose to try it. Still hesitated, until the manager came to tell me it was cooked correctly, they were serious about cooking safe, and he understood because he had a good friend who was celiac. They went the extra mile. A pleasant experience, food good.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

First place we tried after going gf. First experience with contamination!!! Totally ignorant staff! The only good thing was learning to navigate gf dining.

GF menu offers GF pasta not just 'meat and potatoes' that we're often forced to choose from. The staff should be aware of where to find a GF menu and how to accommodate things like the Mixed Grill (no potatoes and double veggies) etc.

My experience tonight at Olive Garden was excellent. The waitress was knowledgeable about my options. Then the manager came over and acknowledged that I had requested for gluten-free options and insured me that they would change gloves to maximize safety. Then a third person came over to serve food and he pointed out that it was gluten-free and that they changed their gloves when making my food. I don't have allergies, but I am sensitive to gluten. I don't know if it would be safe for celiac, but it was safe for me.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good vegetarian options

Now offer gluten free rotini pasta, but check with your restaurant

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

You have to be careful here. You must be diluent and ask several questions. They will serve salad witout croutons, you can get them on the side. No bread, but soup Tuscana and is gf and delicious.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I just went to Olive Garden, stated my allergy, and then ordered Gluten Free pasta option they have, if I dont remember wrong it was Gluten Free Rotini with meat sauce. I didn’t get any reaction, (I usually get respiratory and skin reaction to gluten) and it was absolutely delicious!!!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I have eaten here twice and both times it was great! The servers are knowledgeable and their menu has everything labeled well so you can see what you have to choose from! They also instantly knew and aknowledged no croutons on the salad as soon as I mentioned a gluten allergy. I do wish they had more sauce options than what was listed.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent