Olive Garden Lunch vs Dinner: Portions, Prices & Hours (2026)

The main differences: lunch portions are smaller and cheaper, served weekdays until 3 PM; dinner portions are larger. For example, lunch Chicken Parmigiana typically has one chicken breast while dinner has two.

Lunch Hours

Lunch is usually served Monday–Friday until 3:00 PM. On weekends most locations serve the dinner menu all day. Hours vary by location.

Price Comparison

Lunch-sized favorites run about $10.49–$12.49, while the same dishes at dinner cost $4–$8 more for larger portions. Both include unlimited breadsticks. See the lunch menu and dinner menu for details.

Prices vary by location. Last reviewed October 2026.