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Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

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Lively, family-friendly chain featuring Italian standards such as pastas & salads. People often mention service, great, good, salad, server, ordered, restaurant, friendly, Olive, Garden,


Address

9730 Von Allmen Ct, Louisville, KY 40241

Website

www.olivegarden.com

Contact

(502) 425-3607

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (1.7K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: (Good Friday), 11 AM to 11 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 11 AM to 10 PM, Holiday hours
  • Monday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (14) great (14) good (12) salad (11) server (10) ordered (9) restaurant (8) friendly (7) Olive (7) Garden (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Indira Bekto - J. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is elegant with an awesome vibe. Absolutely amazing! The service was speedy and staff are super friendly. We went for dinner and the food was delicious. The place was clean and smelled good. Everything about this restaurant was great. This lone visit has made this one of my favorite spots within. I highly recommend it!!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Linda J. 2 years ago on Google
    Didn't have too long a wait even though there were a great many open tables waiting for guests they sat us in alcove to ourselves it was like going home to Sunday supper to grandma's dining room... the waiter was friendly n kept checking back n kept our drinks filled. He interacted with the kids n made dining fun for them. The food was great it was my birthday dinner n I had the chicken gnocchi soup n salad. We got a marinara sauce to dip the bread sticks in. I received a complimentary plate full of donut bits to dink in chocolate or raspberry it was very delicious..the restrooms were clean n well stocked..I'd go back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andy L. 6 months ago on Google
    Coming from a funeral, everyone is in a solemn mood, not a ton of smiling going on. Enter our incredible wait staff at this Olive Garden location! So great, and really turned the mood around some, next thing you know we are just talking and eating and making memories. I ordered whatever was on the front of the menu and it was superb. I even took home some leftovers! Value for your money, and a great menu that doesn't disappoint, equals a great place to make memories with your family as well.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JozARTSY 2 years ago on Google
    Dined in at Olive Garden for Valentine’s Day weekend, we came at about 530 and got seated immediately. The soup was amazing, along with the lasagne that I ordered as my entree. Breadsticks were unfortunately a bit hard this time which was sad because they are usually so great! Either way, we will be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 JAYLYNN R. 10 months ago on Google
    Food was good and service was wonderful. The only downfall, not much to choose from for heart healthy diabetic friendly menu.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Steven C. 1 year ago on Google
    Very busy look like it was understaffed. The service was slow but you can tell the waitress was trying to do her best. The food was hot but the portions size are smaller. They stop asking if you want anything else. If you pay they are done with you and won't come back to the table.

  • 3/5 Tarise M. 6 months ago on Google
    My shrimp Alfredo was lackluster, bland, and sauce was definitely missing taste. Surprisingly, I had an abundance of shrimp, but there was a shortage of noodles. My friend enjoyed her Eggplant Parmigiano. The server was friendly but lacking. Would probably try a different location, maybe...

  • 5/5 Robin L. 1 year ago on Google
    Have ordered catering twice from this location (40241). Olive Garden did an outstanding job both times. Ample amount of food, order was filled perfectly, they include everything you will need, and they go above and beyond. Highly recommend their catering.

  • 1/5 Philip B. 1 year ago on Google
    Why are you reading an Olive Garden review? Did someone ask you to go but you haven't been? Well, they probably grew up poor or really rural and this was a special place their family went to for celebrations and stuff. So to them it tastes like love and success and happiness, but you'll be thinking why are they so hyped for this bland, generic food? So lean into their nostalgic delight instead of complaining and you'll have a great time!

  • 5/5 Jason M. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife and son visited on a Monday night. We had a 10-15 minute wait around 6pm. Our server was excellent. The salad, tortellini and sampler tasted fantastic!!

  • 5/5 Eddie J. 1 year ago on Google
    I hadn't eaten there in a long time. There wasn't a long line we had a 10-minute wait time. Our waiter was nice and friendly the food was delicious.

  • 5/5 Hemanth V. 5 years ago on Google
    Just like always, Classic italian dining. Great wine options, fine italian dishes. Rewards reward you well. Pay at the table kiosk has upgraded with more games, ordering, call server and other features. Hospitality is great. Take a dessert to go if you cant fit in. One thing lacking is they should have some sides too.

  • 5/5 n a. 10 months ago on Google
    If you've eaten at an olive garden before, you know how their food tastes. Partner and I ordered soup, salad, breadsticks, and a tour de italy to split, tastes as it usually does - good but nothing to write home about. However, the staff here were AMAZING! I think this place gave me the best service I've ever received, which was incredibly welcoming. Cordell in particular really knocked it out of the park.

  • 4/5 John T. 11 months ago on Google
    Hadn't been here since pre pandemic. Food and drinks were great but the one food runner didn't know the names of the dishes she was handing out. It was all good since I like guessing games.

  • 5/5 Pamela B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service clean and inviting. I love the hot soups and always fresh salad. Our server was very kind and respectful. Will definitely go back.

  • 4/5 M P. 6 months ago on Google
    Olive Garden is average for food, but we all expect that because of the concept. The prices are just fine and worth what you pay. The service is very good and I like the fact they have pay at the table. Been many times and will go again. Good value for the money.

  • 4/5 LaVera W. 5 months ago on Google
    Was frustrated @ the podium. Was asked if seating in the bar area was ok. Restaurant was empty. I told her that I prefer to sit in a bigger booth not in bar as there were 3 of us. Then I was told that there was no server for the other side. So #1- WHY ask me if you can't accommodate us #2 - it's hard to believe that only the bar area is open in the WHOLE restaurant @ 4 PM . We had just flown in and this was my husband's choice. If not for that I would have walked out. The server made up for 1st impressions.

  • 5/5 Jordan M. 8 months ago on Google
    The food was excellent, and the service was second to none. My drink was never empty, which is a big deal for me!

  • 1/5 Macayla C. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is usually always good. It took our server 15 minutes, before I asked another server if she was ours. No apology our extra care to make up. Very unpersonable. She seemed young. Food tasted great. Came hot, but my order was wrong ( of course ). Probably not going to return to this specific location .

  • 5/5 Joanna A. 1 year ago on Google
    The restaurant previously we went too wouldn't seat us due to a large group but this olive garden seated us. The service was Great food was good. Didn't have anything neg to say about our dining experience. I was actually amazed at the waitress that took our party of 15 on and did very well by her self. We will always go back.

  • 5/5 maranda c. 1 year ago on Google
    I can say the good was bad but I ordered a salad and it came out in the very large bowl. My niece who is 9 wanted to eat some of it and the waitress said I had to buy her a large salad she wasn't able to eat any if mine. Mind you I ordered me a meal and she had her own meal. Even though that kind of threw me for a loop I ordered her one and it was no way she could eat all of. I understand the restaurant industry is in a fix but when can't you share your salad with a kid????

  • 2/5 Roman K. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was fine, but that was it. They had 1 cheese grader for the entire freaking restaurant. They spilled my drink all over me and didn’t even bring a napkin to wipe the Margarita off the table or off of my legs or anything. The only reason I’m giving it to is because I enjoyed my dinner that was it. There was a lot of people standing outside to get seated and a bunch of empty tables on the inside. You tell me what kind of sense that makes. I spent over $207 in there and couldn’t believe how it turned out. We actually had to wait to get cheese graded on our food and they couldn’t locate a cheese grater unbelievable.

  • 5/5 Krista V. 1 year ago on Google
    Had Olive Garden cater my son's graduation party for 50+ people. It was the easiest to order and pick up. They did forget to send the chaffing, but I called and they brought it to the party quickly and even gave us a gift card for the inconvenience. Excellent service. The food was fabulous and everyone loved it. Thank you!!

  • 3/5 Mickey S. 1 year ago on Google
    The young guy at the host stand tried to seat 2 tired disabled women at the far end of the restaurant. We stopped halfway back & refused to go another step. Our server was pleasant enough. Like many post pandemic restaurants, the menu here was far more limited than it used to be. The food was ok; my chicken & gnocchi soup tasted great, but only had 1 dumpling in it. The cheese ravioli filling seemed slightly salty, but was still good, especially with the mushroom cream sauce. Mom said the salad was good, but didn't care for her shrimp scampi. As we were struggling to get up to leave, a tall cook came barreling through & nearly knocked Mom back into the booth. No "excuse me" or even a "sorry" from him.

  • 3/5 Christina H. 1 year ago on Google
    The service was the best part of our meal. She was extremely kind and very informative. She was in all on point. The food on the other hand was nothing like it used to be. There was absolutely no flavor in my shrimp scampi. It was as if they just cooked it in straight oil and nothing else. Not pleased at all and the bread was cold both times they brought some out. For the lunch rush you would have thought at least the bread would have been hot and fresh. Not very happy with the food this last visit.

  • 3/5 Lucrezia L. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is "meh". It looks delicious but it's bland and has no flavor (and it's pricey!). 3 stars because the servers are wonderful, hard working and super attentive.

  • 1/5 Mary 2 years ago on Google
    Spaghetti was watery and not good. No Bleu cheese dressing for salad. Prices have increased enormously and portions have shrunk substantially. Last trip to Olive Garden. This has been my last trip out to eat. I know inflation is hurting everybody and every place. Just don't be surprised when you go out to eat... It's a whole new experience and so disappointing.

  • 5/5 Angel C. 2 years ago on Google
    Took my daughter out for her birthday for lunch at this establishment. Service was quick as possible with it being lunch hour. All the staff encountered were friendly. The waiter, Spencer, was very knowledgeable on menu item suggestions, very informative with what was included with meals and the like, and the service provided was phenomenal! Thank you for being an awesome on this treat day for my baby. 🥰 Stay awesome, and give this guy a raise! 😊 Works amazing with kids which isn't always easy to find in the industry!

  • 1/5 Quan R. 2 years ago on Google
    This was the worst experience I’ve ever had at a restaurant. My family and I go to many restaurants so we are very patient and kind to the staff . From the moment we were seated the waitress (Paige I’m not positive if this is her name) was very rude. I ordered soup and my friend ordered the salad but he forgot to say he wanted ranch instead of the other dressing so I chose to taste it and because I wasn’t fond of it myself I moved it to the side . The waitress came back to mention how she was going to charge me for it even if it was just a taste and I’m fine with that but she continued to come to the table repeating the price and reminding me I will be charged of a dish we had already set to the side . She stated she was going to get her manager if we didn’t pay for it . So I told her let me speak to him about her service and she proceeded to yell at us telling us to leave . She tried to force us out . I’ve never felt so humiliated. We asked to change waiters so we could finish our dinner but our appetites were gone and it was very weird being in the restaurant after that . It’s sad to see how some places will treat their customers .

  • 5/5 Toxic P. 2 years ago on Google
    Food came quick and was cooked just right. The waitress was friendly and accommodating, pretty much all I need.

  • 3/5 Michael C. 2 years ago on Google
    Promptly seated, then waited... and waited... and waited. About 30 minutes passed. No one came to serve us, not even a drink order. Informed the staff and was just told "Sorry". Worst dining experience I've had. Came hungry, left hungrier. Update: Been back a few times since and have had good service. Glad to see the management looking for ways to improve.

  • 5/5 Storm M. 2 years ago on Google
    It was so busy when we arrived, but overall (even with backups in the kitchen) we were served wonderfully by Kyle. He had the chilliest composure while everything was going on. I remember when I was a server and I would have lost my mind. I hope he stays chill.

  • 5/5 John R. 2 years ago on Google
    The service was wonderful here. They gave me extra fresh hot bread sticks for the road so I was grateful 😊 their unlimited soup salad and bread sticks is always a great option for vegans like me! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Ricardo B. 2 years ago on Google
    The breadsticks are awesome as always. Cozy ambient and great pasta. Thanks a lot!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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