Olive Garden • Desserts
Black Tie Mousse Cake
Layers of chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, and dark chocolate ganache
Typical U.S. price — actual prices vary by location, franchise, and ordering platform.
Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information
2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information — including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber — is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.
Everything You Need to Know About the Black Tie Mousse Cake
The Black Tie Mousse Cake is layers of chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, and dark chocolate ganache It comes in at 560 calories with 6g of protein, and is priced at $8.49 in the Desserts section of the Olive Garden menu — about 1.52 cents per 100 calories. Olive Garden is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 920 locations known for Chicken Parmesan, Fettuccine Alfredo, Never-Ending Soup & Salad. Our Olive Garden menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items.
How the Black Tie Mousse Cake compares to similar Olive Garden items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Tie Mousse Cake (this item) | $8.49 | 560 | 1.52 |
| Dolcini (Strawberry & White Chocolate) | $5.49 | 280 | 1.96 |
| Tiramisu | $8.49 | 440 | 1.93 |
| Warm Apple Crostata | $7.99 | 480 | 1.66 |
| Zeppoli | $7.49 | 380 | 1.97 |
Average price in the Desserts section: $7.59. This item is above the section average.
How the Black Tie Mousse Cake compares at other chains
Compare the Black Tie Mousse Cake across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Olive Garden |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Garden | Black Tie Mousse Cake | $8.49 | — |
| 7 Brew | Iced Black Tea (Medium) | $3.49 | $5.00 more |
| Del Taco | Black Beans & Rice | $2.49 | $6.00 more |
| Panda Express | Black Pepper Angus Steak | $6.50 | $1.99 more |
| Shake Shack | Black & White Shake | $6.99 | $1.50 more |
Prices are approximate national averages from our menu tracking data.
Olive Garden secret menu items
Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara · $21.99
Fettuccine carbonara with both chicken and shrimp added — a surf and turf pasta
How to order: Order the Chicken Carbonara and ask to 'add shrimp.' They'll add grilled shrimp for an additional charge.
Zoodles (Zucchini Noodles) · $15.99
Spiralized zucchini noodles served with your choice of sauce — a low-carb alternative
How to order: Ask to 'substitute zucchini noodles' for the pasta in any dish. Not all locations offer this, but many will accommodate.
Breadstick Sandwich · $9.99
A chicken tender or meatball served between two breadsticks — like a sub sandwich
How to order: Order two breadsticks and a chicken tender or meatball. Ask them to 'make it a sandwich with the breadsticks.'
Dietary & allergen information
This item is flagged as: V.
Is the Black Tie Mousse Cake good value at Olive Garden?
At $8.49, the Black Tie Mousse Cake costs about 1.52 cents per 100 calories against a $7.59 average in the Desserts section. It is the lowest price-per-calorie item on the entire Olive Garden menu — the strongest value pick we track at this chain.
How to order the Black Tie Mousse Cake at Olive Garden
The Black Tie Mousse Cake is available at Olive Garden locations nationwide — dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Olive Garden app or third-party services. Order through the official Olive Garden ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location — check the current full Olive Garden menu for the latest pricing.
Pro Tips for Ordering the Black Tie Mousse Cake
- 1Check current Olive Garden deals — 2 for $25 Menu (through 2026-12-31).
- 2Prices have trended +2.7% vs 2025 on our tracking — expect slight variation by location.
Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.
Payment & holiday hours
Accepted payment
- Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
- Cash
- Gift cards
- Apple Pay & Google Pay
Holiday closures
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Typical closures — individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.
Black Tie Mousse Cake prices by city (estimated)
Prices vary by location. Estimates for the Olive Garden national-average pricing model:
- New York City: $21.25 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Chicken Parmesan)
- Los Angeles: $20.50 (Estimated — urban premium operating costs — Chicken Parmesan)
- Chicago: $19.35 (Estimated — higher operating costs — Chicken Parmesan)
- Houston: $18.25 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Chicken Parmesan)
- Atlanta: $18.60 (Estimated — on par with national average — Chicken Parmesan)
- Columbus: $17.85 (Estimated — lower operating costs — Chicken Parmesan)
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About Olive Garden
Olive Garden is a sit-down restaurant chain with over 920 locations known for Chicken Parmesan, Fettuccine Alfredo, Never-Ending Soup & Salad. Our Olive Garden menu guide covers prices, nutrition info, deals, and secret menu items. Browse full menu sections including appetizers, soups & salads, classic entrees, lunch menu. Current deals include 2 for $25 Menu.
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