Olive Garden Philippines by The Bistro Group is our go-to American-Italian restaurant for a comforting, sulit meal with the family. While it’s best known for its unli soup, salad, and breadsticks, the menu has evolved to offer even more value-for-money dishes, crave-worthy favorites, and thoughtfully crafted drinks that complete the experience. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a regular, these favorites dishes, insider tips, and dining hacks will help you make the most of your OG visit.
OLIVE GARDEN SHANGRI-LA PLAZA
📍 Level 4, East Wing Shangrila Mall,
EDSA Shaw Blvd. Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City
📸 @olivegardenphilippines
♾️ Olive Garden Philippines
🌐 https://olivegarden.com.ph
unlimited soups, salad and breadsticks
Olive Garden is known for unlimited soup, salad & breadsticks that comes free with any entree orders or any of the Alfredo pastas.
UNLIMITED SOUP, SALAD AND BREADSTICKS ₱495
Our famous house salad, your choice of homemade soup, and breadsticks.
PASTA E FAGIOLI | White and red beans, ground beef, tomatoes and tubetti pasta in a savory broth.
ZUPPA TOSCANA | Spicy Italian sausage, kale and potatoes in a creamy broth.
MINESTRONE | Fresh vegetables, beans and pasta in a light tomato broth.
CHICKEN & GNOCCHI | A creamy soup made with roasted chicken, Italian dumplings and spinach.
We love mixing and matching the soups and topping them generously with unlimited grated Parmesan cheese. My personal favorites are the Chicken & Gnocchi and Zuppa Toscana, both best enjoyed piping hot. We always look forward to starting our meal with a warm bowl—it’s one of the reasons we keep coming back to Olive Garden.
The garden salad is served with crisp, fresh vegetables, and yes—you can generously top it with unlimited grated Parmesan cheese. It’s a simple but refreshing way to balance the hearty pastas and makes the unlimited salad even more enjoyable.
The breadsticks are served warm and come with three dipping sauce options—Homemade Marinara, Alfredo Sauce, and 5-Cheese Marinara (our favorite). We recommend mixing and matching the sauces for the best experience.
sangria & fizz
WATERMELON MOSCATO SANGRIA ₱325
Chilled moscato blended with watermelon and a splash of ginger ale.
We love the Watermelon Moscato Sangria with Ginger Ale—it’s light, refreshing, just the right amount of sweet, and has enough buzz to make a family dinner or get-together even more enjoyable.
For the best value, order the 2-for-₱345 Sangria or drop by during Happy Hour (4:00 PM–8:00 PM) for the unli-sangria offer.
Our boys always look for a great non-alcoholic option, and the Dolce Fizz didn’t disappoint. The Strawberry Blush (₱215) was an instant favorite with its fruity, refreshing flavor—making it the perfect mocktail for kids and teens to enjoy alongside the meal.
595 Favorites
Sulit ito — available all day on weekdays, this value meal comes with your choice of entrée plus the unlimited first course of soup, salad, and breadsticks. It’s one of the most sulit deals on the menu, and these are our recommendations:
TUSCAN SPAGHETTI
Classic spaghetti noodles are tossed in a savory Tuscan cream sauce with chewy sun-dried tomatoes and earthy, sautéed mushrooms.
This Tuscan Spaghetti is our new favorite—even more than the classic Alfredo. The rich cream sauce is infused with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and earthy mushrooms, creating a well-balanced, Mediterranean-inspired white pasta that’s creamy without being overwhelming.
SAVORY SOY PORK PASTA +₱55
Tender pasta tossed in a rich, umami-packed soy reduction with succulent pieces of seared pork for a bold fusion of flavors.
Surprisingly, this dish works beautifully—the soy sauce reduction is absorbed by the pasta, giving every bite a deep, savory malinamnam flavor that pairs perfectly with the tender pork.
PARMESAN CRUSTED SALMON +₱75
A pan-seared salmon fillet to perfection and topped with a crunchy, golden parmesan laver for a rich, savory bite.
This is a more affordable way to enjoy salmon at Olive Garden. It’s topped with baked cheese that adds richness without overpowering or overcooking the fish, making it a satisfying and healthier option on the menu.
CHICKEN PARMIGIANA +₱55
Served with a side of spaghetti.
This is an Olive Garden classic—a crispy, golden-fried chicken cutlet topped with tangy marinara, melted mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese, served with a side of spaghetti to complete the quintessential Italian-American comfort meal.
CREAMY MUSHROOM TENDERLOIN +₱55
Breaded pork tenderloin with creamy mushroom sauce and served with rice and side vegetables.
A worthy alternative to chicken, this thin, crispy breaded pork tenderloin pairs well with the rich, creamy mushroom sauce.
entrees
TOUR OF ITALY ₱1,575
Chicken Parmigiana, Lasagna Classico and our signature Fettuccine Alfredo.
Ideal for sharing, this trio brings together three Olive Garden classics—a hearty classic Lasagna, their signature Fettuccine Alfredo, and the satisfying Chicken Parmigiana—on one plate.
SAUSAGE & CHEESE PIZZA ₱895
Our signature amazing alfredo made fresh in-house, melted mozzarella, pecorino cheese, Italian sausage, garlic and onion.
The pizzas at Olive Garden are decent, with a good dough base, their signature Alfredo topping, and melted mozzarella.
dessert
Sugar Free Dessert
This is the best dessert — sugar free with a creamy flan topped with a caramel sauce.
WARM ITALIAN DOUGHNUTS (Zeppoli) ₱395
Known in Italy as Zeppoli, our doughnuts are made to order and tossed in vanilla sugar.
Served with chocolate sauce.
We love the crunchy doughnuts, lightly dusted with vanilla sugar and best enjoyed dipped in the rich chocolate sauce.
final thoughts
Overall, Olive Garden’s offering goes well beyond its famous unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks—especially with the unlimited freshly grated Parmesan you can add to any dish. For the best value, check out the ₱595 Favorites. Our top picks are the Tuscan Spaghetti, Savory Soy Pork Pasta, and Parmesan Crusted Salmon. If you’re in the mood for cocktails, we recommend the Watermelon Moscato Sangria or the sparkling Strawberry Blush. For groups, the Tour of Italy is an excellent entrée to share, and don’t leave without trying the Sugar Doughnuts for dessert. Expect to spend around ₱800 per person for a satisfying celebration meal with the family.
OLIVE GARDEN SHANGRI-LA PLAZA
📍 Level 4, East Wing Shangrila Mall,
EDSA Shaw Blvd. Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City
📸 @olivegardenphilippines
♾️ Olive Garden Philippines
🌐 https://olivegarden.com.ph
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Disclosure: This article was written entirely by a human—reflecting my own biases, opinions, and insights—with grammar and clarity checked using AI assistance. Thank you to Bistro Group team for hosting us.
p.s. Olive Garden branches are still limited, so be sure to visit if you’re near Shangri-La Plaza, Mall of Asia, Verve Residences (Bonifacio South), Glorietta 3, or Opus Mall. We’re hoping they expand further south with branches in Nuvali or Alabang soon!