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WEEKDAY Lunch Special: Soup AND Salad AND Breadsticks (Mon-Fri 11-2:30PM)
Unlimited soup or salad with warm breadsticks, available as part of the weekday lunch special Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM.
400–520 cal
$13.99
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant • Soups & Salads
Homemade Soups
Menu Price 2026
$11.49
Calories
110–230 cal
Quick Summary
Price$11.49
Calories110–230
CategorySoups & Salads
Protein26g
Fat39g
Carbs58g
Nutrition Information
26gProtein
39gFat
58gCarbs
*2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Additional nutrition information available upon request.
Everything You Need to Know About Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Homemade Soups
A family-sized serving of one of Olive Garden's three homemade soups — Zuppa Toscana, Pasta e Fagioli, or Minestrone. Perfect for feeding a group with restaurant-quality comfort food.
Every dine-in entrée is served with complimentary, unlimited freshly baked garlic breadsticks and your choice of homemade soup or the Famous House Salad. Available for dine-in, curbside pickup, and online delivery through your local Olive Garden restaurant.
Whether you're visiting for a weekday lunch special, family dinner, or ordering catering trays for an upcoming event, the Homemade Soups delivers consistent flavor, hearty portions, and great value.
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Culinary Profile & Dining Guide: Homemade Soups
Flavor Profile & Texture
Slow-simmered comfort in every spoonful, prepared fresh daily in small kitchen batches with fragrant mirepoix and Italian seasonings.
Dip freshly baked warm garlic breadsticks directly into the hot broth to absorb the savory flavors.
Dine-In Perks & Inclusions
Ordering this entrée for dine-in includes complimentary unlimited freshly baked warm garlic breadsticks and your choice of homemade soup or the Famous House Salad with signature Italian dressing.
Check out our Lunch Specials Guide for daytime discounts.
Ordering Hack & Customization
Customization option: You can substitute standard pasta with gluten-free rotini or steamed fresh broccoli at no additional charge to adjust carbohydrate content.
Leftover Storage & Reheating
Reheat in a covered oven-safe dish at 325°F for 12–15 minutes, or on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth to keep the pasta moist and saucy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Homemade Soups
Q: How much does the Homemade Soups cost at Olive Garden in 2026?
A: The Homemade Soups is currently priced at $11.49 at Olive Garden. Prices may vary slightly by geographic location and local restaurant market.
Q: How many calories and protein are in the Homemade Soups?
A: The Homemade Soups contains approximately 110–230 cal and 26g of protein, 58g of carbohydrates, and 39g of fat.
Q: Does the Homemade Soups include unlimited breadsticks and salad?
A: Yes! When dining in at Olive Garden, all classic entrées include unlimited warm garlic butter breadsticks and your choice of unlimited homemade soup or the Famous House Salad.
Q: Can I order the Homemade Soups for takeout or delivery online?
A: Yes, you can order the Homemade Soups online for Carside Pickup (To-Go) or home delivery directly through the official Olive Garden website or authorized delivery apps.
Q: What are the best side and wine pairings for Homemade Soups?
A: The Homemade Soups pairs excellently with an appetizer of Fried Mozzarella or Lasagna Fritta, followed by an Italian Margarita or a glass of Tuscan red or white wine.
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Quick Summary
Price$11.49
Calories110–230
CategorySoups & Salads
Protein26g
Fat39g
Carbs58g