Olive Garden • Soups & Salads
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan with Caesar dressing
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 Caesar Salad
The Caesar Salad is romaine lettuce, croutons, and parmesan with caesar dressing It comes in at 340 calories with 8g of protein, and is priced at $5.49 in the Soups & Salads section of the Olive Garden menu — about 1.61 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 Caesar Salad compares to similar Olive Garden items
| Item | Price | Calories | Price / 100 cal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minestrone (Bowl) | $5.99 | 140 | 4.28 |
| Zuppa Toscana (Bowl) | $5.99 | 260 | 2.30 |
| Never-Ending Soup & Salad | $10.99 | 480 | 2.29 |
| Chicken & Gnocchi Soup (Bowl) | $5.99 | 280 | 2.14 |
| Caesar Salad (this item) | $5.49 | 340 | 1.61 |
Average price in the Soups & Salads section: $6.57. This item is below the section average.
How the Caesar Salad compares at other chains
Compare the Caesar Salad across all chains →| Chain | Comparable item | Price | vs Olive Garden |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Garden | Caesar Salad | $5.49 | — |
| Applebee's | Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken | $12.99 | $7.50 less |
| Boston Market | Chicken Caesar Salad | $8.49 | $3.00 less |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad | $11.49 | $6.00 less |
| Cheddar's Kitchen | Caesar Salad with Chicken | $11.49 | $6.00 less |
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 Caesar Salad good value at Olive Garden?
At $5.49, the Caesar Salad costs about 1.61 cents per 100 calories against a $6.57 average in the Soups & Salads section. Value depends on what you order alongside it — pair it with the cheapest Olive Garden sides for the best total meal cost.
How to order the Caesar Salad at Olive Garden
The Caesar Salad 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 Caesar Salad
- 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.
Caesar Salad 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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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Olive Garden website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: www.olivegarden.com