Fried Mozzarella
Thick-cut whole-milk mozzarella slices breaded in seasoned Italian crumbs and fried to a golden shell with a gooey, stretchy interior. Served alongside a bright marinara for the classic Italian appetizer experience.
760 cal
$10.79
Plant-Friendly Options
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant Vegan & Vegetarian Menu
While Olive Garden Italian Restaurant is known for its Italian comfort food, there are 11 vegetarian-friendly dishes on the menu including options that can be modified to be vegan. Prices and calories included for every item. Check our allergen guide for ingredient details, or see the gluten-free menu for gluten-sensitive picks. Many items are available for To Go and delivery.
About vegan options at Olive Garden
Olive Garden does not have a dedicated vegan menu. However, several dishes can be modified to be vegan by omitting cheese and requesting no dairy-based sauces. Always inform your server of dietary requirements as ingredients may change.
Can Be Made Vegan
These dishes are vegetarian and can be ordered vegan with simple modifications.
Vegan w/ mod
GS Salad without Croutons
Olive Garden's Famous House Salad served without croutons for gluten-sensitive guests. Crisp, tangy, and dressed in the signature Italian house dressing without the gluten-containing croutons.
Order without dressing or request oil & vinegar
110 Cal$11.49
Vegan w/ mod
GS Rotini Pasta with Marinara
Gluten-sensitive rotini pasta base made from a rice-and-corn blend. A satisfying, gluten-sensitive alternative to traditional wheat pasta for guests with dietary needs, prepared as the gluten-sensitive version for guests avoiding traditional wheat pasta.
Order without cheese to make vegan
530 Cal$18.99
Vegetarian Options
Meat-free dishes contain dairy and/or eggs.
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Tips for Vegan Ordering at Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
- Order Spaghetti with Marinara and ask for no cheese this is the simplest vegan entrée.
- Ask for olive oil and garlic instead of butter when available.
- Request the house salad without croutons and with balsamic vinegar instead of house dressing.
- Ask your server to confirm ingredients sauces and soups may contain hidden dairy.
- Create Your Own Pasta with marinara sauce and no cheese is another vegan-friendly option.
Vegan & Vegetarian FAQ
Is Olive Garden vegan-friendly?
Olive Garden is not a vegan restaurant, but several dishes can be modified to be vegan. The most reliably vegan option is Spaghetti with Marinara ordered without cheese.
What can vegans eat at Olive Garden?
Vegans can order: Spaghetti with Marinara (no cheese), garden salad with oil & vinegar (no dressing, no croutons), and Create Your Own Pasta with marinara and no cheese.
Are Olive Garden breadsticks vegan?
No Olive Garden breadsticks contain dairy (butter and garlic butter topping). They are not vegan.
Is Olive Garden's eggplant parmigiana vegetarian?
Yes Eggplant Parmigiana is vegetarian, but it contains dairy (cheese) and egg (breading). It is not vegan.
Does Olive Garden have vegetarian soup?
Minestrone is Olive Garden's vegetarian soup option. Most other soups contain meat or animal-based broth.
Cross-contact notice: Olive Garden kitchens prepare dishes containing meat and dairy. Cross-contact with animal products is possible. Always verify with your server.
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Vegan and vegetarian information is based on publicly available menu data. Ingredients and preparation methods change. Always confirm with your server. This site is not affiliated with Olive Garden Italian Restaurant.