Olive Garden

9 ratings
$ • Italian Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Pasta

Warning

This is a chain, which typically means a high risk of cross-contact. It may not be possible to dine safely at this establishment.

1302 Lancaster Dr NE
Salem, OR 97301

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Celiac

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The staff was great, but my daughter’s gluten-free rotini was cross contaminated by at least one shell pasta. I suspect there was more than one or it was not cooked separately, because she was quite affected. I’m not sure she will feel safe there again.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

Celiac

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As someone with celiac, it is reassuring when they have gluten free marker on the menu and the staff is knowledgeable. I thought the food was wonderful, the portions were great, and although it's expensive, I have not had bad side effects.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 7 years ago read full review

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Not a fan. Not a good selection.

Updated 8 years ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Pasta

Categories

  • Dinner
  • Italian
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Restaurant
  • Takeout

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I'm gluten and dairy free. No matter what I get there I always end up sick. I talked to my sister who used to work at an Olive Garden, she said dairy ends up in almost everything. So don't be afraid to double check every aspect of your meal first.

Updated 9 years ago read full review

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Not impressed. Not very good menu. I got a red sauce on noodles and added shrimp and the noodles were soooo dry and chewy and the sauce was dried to them. The four flavorless shrimp that got added cost me just under $4. They didn't have prices on the menu either. I could have asked but it would be nice not to have to. And to top it off it was a small portion for the price. Never going there again.

Updated 10 years ago read full review

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NOT IMPRESSED WITH MY CHICKEN DISH. BOTH CHICKEN AND THE NOODLES WERE VERY DRY. GLUTEN FREE NEED NOT BE FLAVORLESS. BUT WAS WORTH A TRY. KINDA EXPENSIVE LUNCH FOR WHAT I RECEIVED. SERVICE WAS GREAT THOUGH.

Updated 11 years ago read full review

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The best pasta and SHRIMP!!

Updated 11 years ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Do not go there!! They have poisoned me 6 times!! I have even had the manager make " sure" my food would be gluten free!!

Updated 12 years ago read full review

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Nice effort... But left disappointed. Only one pasta options without meat. I left wishing I could have devoured their amazing breadsticks :(

Updated 12 years ago read full review

Reviews of this Chain

Gluten Intolerant

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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.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for lunch
  • Good for takeout
  • Good vegetarian options
Gluten Sensitive

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

Quality & Quantity


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

Celiac

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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.

Safety


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

— Not very

Quality & Quantity


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

Symptomatic Celiac

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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!!!

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

Celiac

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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.

Safety


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

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


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

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