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Updated June 2026
To Go & Curbside Pickup

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant To Go & Pickup

Get your Italian favorites without the wait. Order online for in-store pickup or curbside a team member brings it straight to your car. Full menu available, ready in 15-25 minutes, and zero delivery fees. Prefer doorstep service? Try delivery instead. Feeding a crowd? See our catering options.

No extra fees
Ready in 15-25 min
Full menu available

In-Store Pickup

Walk into the restaurant and pick up your order at the To Go counter. Usually located near the front entrance.

Ready in 15-25 minNo extra fees

Curbside Pickup

Park in a designated curbside spot and a team member brings your order to your car. Stay in your vehicle the entire time.

Ready in 15-25 minNo extra fees

How to Order To Go

From your phone to your hands in four simple steps

Step 1

Order Online or By Phone

Use the Olive Garden app, visit olivegarden.com, or call your local restaurant to place your To Go order.

Step 2

Choose Your Pickup Time

Select ASAP (ready in 15-25 min) or schedule a future time that works for you. Great for planning ahead.

Step 3

Pay Online or at Pickup

Pay with card, Apple Pay, or gift card online. Or pay when you arrive both options available.

Step 4

Pick Up & Enjoy

Choose in-store or curbside. For curbside, text or call when you arrive and we'll bring it to your car.

Why Olive Garden Is Perfect for Takeout

Italian cuisine is one of the best food categories for takeout. Pasta holds heat well in insulated containers, sauces actually improve as flavors meld during transport, and breadsticks stay warm in foil-lined bags. Olive Garden packages each component separately dressing on the side, breadsticks in their own bag, soups in sealed containers so your meal arrives in the same condition as dine-in.

Zero Extra Fees

Unlike deliverywhich includes a service fee, To Go pickup has no additional charges beyond menu prices. You pay exactly what you'd pay dining in making it the most affordable way to enjoy Olive Garden at home.

Same Unlimited Extras

Every To Go entrée comes with soup or salad and breadsticks the same unlimited add-ons you'd get dining in. Family-style trays from our catering menu serve 4–6 people and include extra breadsticks.

Stack Savings

Combine To Go with eClub offers, gift card payments, and current promotions like Buy One Take One for maximum value. The lunch specials menu (Mon–Fri, 11 AM–3 PM) offers smaller portions at lower prices.

To Go Tips & Best Practices

Best Items for Takeout

  • Pasta dishes (Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana) travel exceptionally well sauces keep pasta moist
  • Soups come in sealed containers perfect for reheating at home or the office
  • Breadsticks stay warm in foil-lined bags order extra for the next day
  • Salad dressing is always packaged on the side so greens stay crisp
  • Create Your Own Pasta combos give you exactly what you want see all options on the full menu

Timing & Savings Tips

  • Lunch orders (11 AM–2 PM) are usually ready in 15 minutes and cost $3–$6 less than dinner
  • Dinner rush (5:30–7:30 PM) may take 20–25 minutes schedule ahead to skip the wait
  • Family-size trays (serve 4–6) need 20–30 minutes prep but offer better per-person value
  • Join the free eClub for exclusive To Go promo codes delivered to your inbox
  • Pay with gift cards no expiration and works for all To Go orders via the app

To Go & Pickup FAQs

How do I order Olive Garden To Go?

You can order To Go three ways: (1) Online through the Olive Garden app or website create an account, select your location, browse the menu, and choose pickup. (2) By phone call your local restaurant and place your order. (3) Walk in visit the To Go counter and order in person.

What is Olive Garden curbside pickup?

Curbside pickup lets you stay in your car while a team member brings your order out. After placing your online order, select "Curbside" as your pickup option. When you arrive, park in a designated curbside spot (usually marked with signs), and text or call to let them know you're there. Your food is brought to your car window.

Is the full menu available for To Go?

Yes. The complete Olive Garden menu is available for To Go orders, including all pastas, entrées, soups, salads, breadsticks, desserts, and beverages. See our full menu for all options. Family-size portions and catering trays are also available for pickup.

How long does a To Go order take?

Most To Go orders are ready within 15-25 minutes. Simple orders (1-2 items) may be ready faster. Large orders, family-size meals, and orders during peak hours (6-7:30pm) may take up to 30 minutes. You can schedule a specific pickup time when ordering online.

Is there a fee for To Go or curbside pickup?

No. There are no extra fees for To Go or curbside pickup orders. You pay the same menu prices as dine-in. This makes pickup a great alternative to delivery if you want to avoid the delivery service fee. Check our deals page for more ways to save.

Can I order family-size meals To Go?

Yes. Family-size pasta trays (serving 4-6), large pans (serving up to 12), jumbo house salads, and extra breadstick baskets are all available for To Go. For larger groups of 10+, see our catering page for full-service options including delivery and setup.

Do I need to tip for To Go orders?

Tipping on To Go orders is optional. Tipping etiquette for takeout varies many guests choose to leave a smaller tip than they would for dine-in service to acknowledge the staff who prepared and packaged the order. The decision is yours; the order will not be affected either way.