Olive Garden appetizers menu prices
Every starter here is sized for sharing, which makes the price per person lower than it looks. The fried ones dominate: Fried Mozzarella, Calamari, Toasted Ravioli, Lasagna Fritta, Stuffed Ziti Fritta and the Shrimp Fritto Misto. Meatballs Parmigiana is baked in marinara with melted cheese, and the Spinach-Artichoke Dip comes with flatbread crisps.
Appetizers menu
| Menu item | In restaurant | Restaurant range | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fried Mozzarella | $10.29 | $8.79 – $12.29 | 800 |
| Stuffed Ziti Fritta | $10.49 | $8.99 – $12.29 | 760 |
| Toasted Ravioli | $10.79 | $9.79 – $12.79 | 650 |
| Spinach-Artichoke Dip | $11.99 | $10.99 – $14.49 | 1,160 |
| Lasagna Fritta | $12.29 | $11.29 – $14.99 | 1,130 |
| Meatballs Parmigiana | $12.29 | $11.29 – $14.99 | 1,040 |
| Calamari | $13.49 | $12.29 – $16.29 | 670 |
| Shrimp Fritto Misto | $14.49 | $13.29 – $17.49 | 1,560 |
Which appetizer gives the most for the money
Measured by calories per dollar — a rough guide to how much food you get — the Shrimp Fritto Misto comes out on top among the appetizers and the Calamari gives the least. For four people any of the trays below costs less per head than two separate starters.
Appetizers per dollar
| Appetizer | Typical price | Calories | Calories per $1 | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fried Mozzarella | $10.29 | 800 | 78 | 33 g |
| Stuffed Ziti Fritta | $10.49 | 760 | 72 | — g |
| Toasted Ravioli | $10.79 | 650 | 60 | 25 g |
| Spinach-Artichoke Dip | $11.99 | 1,160 | 97 | 33 g |
| Lasagna Fritta | $12.29 | 1,130 | 92 | 39 g |
| Meatballs Parmigiana | $12.29 | 1,040 | 85 | 51 g |
| Calamari | $13.49 | 670 | 50 | 24 g |
| Shrimp Fritto Misto | $14.49 | 1,560 | 108 | — g |
Breadsticks and dipping sauces
Breadsticks are not on the bill when you dine in: they come warm and unlimited with an entrée. What the appetizers section sells is a dipping sauce with breadsticks — marinara, Alfredo or five cheese marinara — for $5.49. An extra order of breadsticks to go costs $5.29. Everything about them: Olive Garden breadsticks.
Calamari price by city
Calamari shows how much an appetizer moves between markets: the lowest price was in Dallas ($12.29) and the highest in Seattle ($14.29).
Calamari price by city
| # | City | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dallas, TX | $12.29 |
| 2 | Houston, TX | $12.29 |
| 3 | Chicago, IL | $12.49 |
| 4 | Atlanta, GA | $12.49 |
| 5 | Columbus, OH | $12.49 |
| 6 | Miami, FL | $13.29 |
| 7 | New York, NY | $13.49 |
| 8 | Phoenix, AZ | $13.49 |
| 9 | Denver, CO | $13.49 |
| 10 | Boston, MA | $13.49 |
| 11 | Los Angeles, CA | $14.29 |
| 12 | Seattle, WA | $14.29 |
Appetizer trays for catering
For a party, three appetizers come as catering trays that serve four to six people. They cost about three times a single order, so the tray is the better buy only if you need that much.
Appetizer trays (catering, serves 4–6)
| Menu item | In restaurant | Restaurant range | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fried Mozzarella tray (serves 4–6) | $33.29 | $30.29 – $35.29 | 3,450 |
| Spinach-Artichoke Dip tray (serves 4–6) | $27.79 | $24.79 – $29.79 | 2,310 |
| Toasted Beef Ravioli tray (serves 4–6) | $33.99 | $30.99 – $35.99 | 2,590 |
The rest of the catering menu: Olive Garden catering.
Calories in Olive Garden appetizers
Calories are where the starters surprise most diners. The Spinach-Artichoke Dip, Lasagna Fritta and Meatballs Parmigiana each pass 1,000 calories for the plate, and the Shrimp Fritto Misto is the heaviest at 1,560. Split between four, though, most are 150–400 calories a person. Full nutrition: Olive Garden nutrition.
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Frequently asked questions
How much are appetizers at Olive Garden?
From $10.29 (Fried Mozzarella) to $14.49 (Shrimp Fritto Misto) at the typical restaurant, before tax.
How much is the Calamari at Olive Garden?
$13.49 typical, $12.29 – $16.29 across the restaurants we checked. It has 670 calories.
Which Olive Garden appetizers are made from pasta?
Three of them: Lasagna Fritta ($12.29), Stuffed Ziti Fritta ($10.49) and Toasted Ravioli ($10.79). They are breaded and fried versions of pasta dishes from the main menu.
Are breadsticks an appetizer at Olive Garden?
Breadsticks come free and unlimited with a dine-in entrée. On the appetizers menu you pay for a dipping sauce with breadsticks ($5.49) or an extra order to go ($5.29).
What is the lowest calorie appetizer?
Toasted Ravioli (650), Calamari (670) calories. Appetizers are meant to be shared.
Can I order Olive Garden appetizers for a party?
Yes. Catering trays serve 4–6 people: Fried Mozzarella $33.29, Spinach-Artichoke Dip $27.79 and Toasted Beef Ravioli $33.99.