Gluten-Free at Olive Garden

I got the gluten free pasta, ate about 3-4 bites and got extremely ill. I was sick all day please do not eat there if you’re allergic, i also told the waitress numerous times i was severely allergic to gluten.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Poor

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

Stay with the salad without croutons. Make sure you stress your gluten intolerant/celiac. I ordered off the gluten-free menu and was sick as I left the restaurant. Not sure if it was an off day but I’m not taking any chances. Since then, the last couple times when friends wanted to go here, I stuck to the salad and I haven’t gotten sick.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Below Average

My friend and I ordered the gf rotini with marinara, but we both found spaghetti noodles in our dishes and got sick. I informed the waitress so hopefully they do better in the future, but I would never recommend eating here if you’re celiac.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Good

I ordered the gf pasta and got sick from it. I don't think they are careful with cross contamination.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Below Average

For the most part, I’ve had good experiences here. However, it mainly depends on your server and wether they inform the cooks.

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

— 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

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

— Good

I'm a newbie to the GF lifestyle, so hopefully this is helpful. I went to Olive Garden for the first time after going gluten free. They had a separate paper menu with gluten free selections. I ordered the gluten free pasta with meat sauce, and the salad (without croutons). It was great! My server came out and told me that it does take longer to make because they have dedicated pots and pans, and the cook preparing the GF dish does not touch anything else in the kitchen when preparing the food to ensure that there is no cross contamination. She also mentioned too that if there is only one cook working it could really cause a delay in service. Thankfully, we visited at an 'off peak time' so my food arrived relatively quickly, and tasted great! I was very appreciative of the fact that she mentioned all of this to me. As I mentioned, I'm new to the whole GF lifestyle, so any info that is given is wonderful! Yay! 🍝

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

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

They have gluten free pasta and sauce! If you get salad, just ask for no croutons! The pasta was so good!

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

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

— Excellent

I met a group here and was not planning on eating. I was told the gf spaghetti is cooked in different pots in a different area. I didn’t get sick at all — I have celiacs and am very sensitive.

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

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

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?

— Good

Limited selection but they have gluten free pasta and the salad is so good. Be sure to talk to the manager to make sure the kitchen doesn’t prepare your food wrong and you are good to go!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Good

Ordered the gluten free rotini and there was a non gluten free noodle in the middle of the pasta after explaining it was a gluten allergy. Do not go here

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

— Not at all

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?

— Average

The server was knowledgeable about what sauces contain gluten. The gluten free pasta was pretty good, but I’m pretty sure that it was boiled in the same water as the regular pasta. It’s the only thing I ate today and I have a very obvious skin reaction to gluten. So that sucks. That’s happened more than once at a restaurant where I’ve gotten gluten free pasta (I’m new). I guess all you can do is stress the need for a fresh pot of water.

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?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Offers online ordering

I really wish I could give them a zero stars. The server promised me it was completely gluten free, but I was still a bit nervous. Very little options, and even then, as soon as I ate it I knew it was not safe. It took a weeks to get over the effect and I felt so sick. I do not recommend.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Poor

Ordered GF pasta and informed server it was an allergy, and I found at least 6 regular shell noodles in the GF rotini. I am not sure if I accidentally ate some regular noodles or just had cross contamination, but I did not feel well at all that evening ☹ be very cautious and check your pasta!!!

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

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

— Average

I was told they only had one gluten free pasta & it wasn’t on the menu. Website states there is a gluten free menu, but staff was not aware of any gluten free menu.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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?

— Average

My office catered lunch from Olive Garden. My manager specifically ordered the zuppa toscana soup ( listed as GF on their menu)and told them I had a gluten allergy; i was glutened- prob cross contamination. Will never try to eat there ever again.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

Server said they will clean the grill to ensure safe preparation of chicken Parmesan. Salad for my whole table came without Croutons. I tested my food before eating and it was gluten free. No reactions!

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

They are not gluten friendly. As a large corporation is a world where GF is in most restaurants, they do not train their staff to understand what GF is.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

It's not bad. Has gf pasta.

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

— 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

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

— Average

I ordered off the gluten free menu on their app they included bread sticks with my order

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

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

— Good

Found a non GF pasta in my pasta bowl. Also gave me the wrong pasta sauce. Don’t recommend for celiac

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Poor

Options are limited but the gluten free pasta and grilled chicken parm was tasty. Did not get bloated or sore stomach after eating here.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Average

Gluten free rotini with marinara sauce and shrimp was delicious. However, the gluten free menu was quite limited.

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

— 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

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

— Good

Very knowledgeable server! Food was excellent!

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Horrible experience. Asked two people for a gluten free menu. They had barely any clue and pointed me to the table top kiosk. It was hard to navigate so I just used my phone. They have a clearly listed gf menu on their website but staff is completely clueless. I order the steak and broccoli. First they brought me out steak with pasta noodles and Alfredo. They had to take it back. I received my order when everyone else was done. The steak was basically raw and the broccoli was too. I barely ate 5 bites as the food was very gross. No effort was made to compensate or remove even a small amount of my bill for the horrible experience. Definitely do not recommend as a safe place to eat.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the 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?

— Poor

Not worth it. I make better pasta at home and the zuppa toscana soup was like water. I also was sick the next day...

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

— Not at all

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

Went to this location for the first time while visiting Ft. Smith. Had the salad no crutons with grilled chicken parm gf rotini. Was delicious! Waitress was very helpful with GF options and assured me that they would take special care. Was really happy with the food and service.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Good

I ordered take out and I will say that they had on my ticket to use clean utensils and gloves and gluten free pasta. I ordered grilled chicken parmigiana. But after having a few bites of the pasta my stomach is hurting and cramping.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers online ordering

Taste gf pasta with marinara sauce. Salad was good (without croutons). Server was friendly and accommodating.

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?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout

Got so sick here. Don’t waste your time. The pasta is not even good. It’s mushy. Carrabas has better tasting gluten free fare and I’ve never been glutened there.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Below Average

I got sick after eating the gf pasta. There was cross contamination. I don't recommend this place for those with celiac or gluten sensitivity.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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?

— Average

Used to eat here a lot but last time the server let me knkw (after finding a gluten noodle mixed in my gf pasta) that the gf pasta is cooked in the same water and gluten containing pasta. Never again.

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

I got the steak and broccoli and had some salad sans croutons. I don’t blame the establishment necessary because I had read so much about the cross contamination and still went for it.

Every dish came back as if ordered on the typical fashion with gluten. Mistakes happen, but it was clear the kitchen and even the server had no awareness of gluten. It’s what I expected and went because a friend wanted to go so I was fine with it. I don’t get extremely ill but could tell there was cross contamination the next day.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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

Never had a cross contamination. The pasta is great. More gluten free options would be nice.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Horrible!!! I have celiac disease and explained that to the waiter. She explained they were great with allergies… then proceeded to bring the salad with croutons when I asked for them without. I got my pasta and while eating it I found a normal noodle in it. I was so sick last night and feel horrible today.

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

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

— Poor

They cook all the noodles in the same water. Even the "gluten free" ones. The manager has no idea about gluten free allergies either. I've talked with one of the two higher managers. I would not trust it. The most recent review by “Angela” or the blond lady that give this place five stars is not celiac. Possibly gluten-intolerant, but if she had pasta, then she had noodles that are gluten free, but made in the same boiling water as every other kind of noodles that do contain gluten. If you are celiac, please do not eat here. Their menu only says “gluten-friendly” and if you don’t believe me about the noodles, then click the part on this app that shows the menu and read one of the first few numbers up at the top of the nutritional/allergen menu and see for yourself.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Below Average

Horrible experience!! The waiter said they had no gluten free options. He wouldn't ask a manger my questions because he already knew it all, then he just moved on and took everyone's order and ignored me. I will not go back.

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

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— None

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

— Poor

Delicious GF options. I was dying to have chicken parm again since cutting out gluten. It's grilled without the breading and Gf pasta. Amazing! Waitress was aware to keep croutons out of the salad for me and brought them out separately for the rest of our party.

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Excellent

This is the worst olive garden I've ever been to, and not just because of their gluten free. I ordered the gluten free rotini, and the waitress acted like I was entitled for ordering it. I went to find somebody because the waitress didn't seem to care about my allergy. I was told the rotini doesn't have gluten in it, but that was it. Staff is clueless about gluten and celiac. The salad came with a dressing that the waitress could not assure me as gluten free, even though I ordered it with no dressing. My rotini was burned, like somebody just put it the pot and left it there for thirty minutes without stirring at all. I could only eat a few bites, and I'm already feeling extremely sick. Even if you aren't celiac or gluten free I don't recommend this location at all.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

This was my first time at Olive Garden since my diagnosis, so I was nervous. I didn’t dare get anything with gluten free pasta because I’d heard several stories about people finding regular noodles mixed in with their GF noodles or just that the GF noodles weren’t good. So I told the server that I had a gluten allergy and also opted for the naturally gluten free foods from their gluten sensitive menu: https://m.olivegarden.com/menu-listing/gluten-sensitive. I got the salmon and the Zuppa Toscana. The soup was surprisingly good and full of sausage. The salmon was pretty good but expensive, and its only side was broccoli. I wouldn’t choose to come to Olive Garden on my own because the options are so limited if you’re trying to avoid cross contamination as much as possible, but at least I found a meal that I feel fairly safe ordering if my family wants to go. Thank goodness I didn’t get sick.

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

— Not very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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?

— Good

I had eaten at this location many times without any reactions. However, tonight I found regular pasta in my gluten free pasta once I was home with my to go order. I had already eaten most of it and when I found one regular noodle I looked and found a couple more cross contaminated. I did have a reaction and I’m very disappointed. I’m assuming they use the same pasta water to boil gf pasta. Be very cautious if celiac.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

The waitress was great. She helped me look to see that the Zuppa Toscana soup soils be safe by pulling up an up to date allergen list. And the soup did seem ok.

But the gluten free pasta, even though it was GF, i found a couple of other noodles in my dish. I thought that maybe it was a manufacturer thing but then I found a third type of noodle that I never see GF. Thankfully, I don’t have celiac but i’m extremely gluten sensitive. I didn’t say anything to the server because it says all over their menu that it isn’t a gluten free restaurant, but I did come home and have been on the toilet since dinner. I will be writing or calling them tomorrow to express my concerns. I’m guessing they just used the same colander or worse, the same pasta water.

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Below Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free

The staff was not knowledgeable about celiac disease at all. I was assured my food would be safe. I started eating my gluten free pasta, and I found pieces of normal pasta. I literally asked if they could make sure their wouldn’t be any CC. It took days for my body to recover. We won’t be back.

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

— Not at all

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?

— Below Average

I am vegan and gf, and I needed to find something in the area. I tried Olive Garden because of the gf pasta. I just ordered a lunch portion with marinara. It was actually pretty tasty, but then I spotted a long piece of regular spaghetti mixed in. They apologized and said they’d make a new one. After waiting a very long time, I was brought another plate of gf pasta with spaghetti mixed in. It is very likely that they use the same strainer, and they are definitely not careful at all about cross-contamination. The manager offered to remake it a third time himself, and it seemed ok that time. Do not go there! There is no evidence that the kitchen staff has had any kind of training about food allergies or cross-contamination. I see this as a management/training issue. They were probably told to just make it again, rather than being shown the correct way. I know it’s not a dedicated gf restaurant, but seriously??

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

— Not at all

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

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

— Poor

They had a gluten free menu and the food was really good and filling but there was a little wait but only like 15 min other than that the service was really good but I went with 4 other people and 5 minutes after we left we all had massive stomach cramps and had to poop so we went to the dicks sporting good next door

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

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free 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

I got the salad and Zuppa Toscana. Server took care to protect me. I don’t know if I would have ventured to get other items out of concerns for cross-contamination. There were several gluten free options not marked on the menu but listed on the website. I have celiac and did not get sick. I would eat here again.

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

— 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?

— Good

Had Daniel sooo helpful !! Little to my knowledge did I realize scampi sauce had gluten he came and informed me!!! I was so great full! I had garlic and butter with gluten free pasta and scallops delish! He served me closed salad dressed and put croutons on the side for my spouse! Totally going back to have him as a server!

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Terrible service, staff rude and had no idea what Celiac or gluten free was. Manager told me “this whole gluten free thing is made up anyway” when I asked if he could tell me what was safe since they were out of gf pastas. He also said he was not trained on gf.

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— None

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

— Poor

Do not go if you have Celiac.

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout

The gluten-free options are limited. I ordered the gluten-free pasta along with meatballs and sausage. When the meal arrived, it only had one meatball and one two inch sausage. I asked about the portions. The server told me that the meatballs and the sausage weren't gluten-free, so they only gave me a sample to see if I could handle them. So now I know that only the salad is gluten-free and one simple pasta selection.

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

— 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

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

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers online ordering

This restaurant has one of the most limited GF selections, and their pasta tastes terrible. I’d rather go to Biaggi’s, which has an amazing and tasty GF menu. If I could give 0 stars, I would!

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

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

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

Other Characteristics

• Good for kids