Who has eaten at the Times Square Olive Garden and why?

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  • _pi3_
    _pi3_ Posts: 2,311 Member
    I've never been to Olive Garden .. not sure if I want to go

    It's like Red Lobster. I'd like some seafood but not sure if I want to go there for it
  • Jruzer
    Jruzer Posts: 3,501 Member
    I understand that they have a delicacy there called "bread-sticks" that are supposed to be very popular.
  • SomebodyWakeUpHIcks
    SomebodyWakeUpHIcks Posts: 3,836 Member
    I heard their breadsticks are pretty good.
  • tulips_and_tea
    tulips_and_tea Posts: 5,744 Member
    cee134 wrote: »
    Why do people think they are missing anything? I thought I was very clear and concise about my post. Was I not?

    Yes, you were clear. My apologies for mentioning it to begin with. Given your joking nature and that this is the chit chat thread I wasn't sure if you were serious or not, mainly because I'm Italian and make my own pasta, sauce, and meatballs and would never consider going to Olive Garden, particularly with all the fabulous options in NYC.

    But, if you go, enjoy! And tell us how it was.
  • fitin50s2
    fitin50s2 Posts: 111 Member
    cwolfman13 wrote: »
    Carmine's is right around the corner...

    This.. 100 percent.

    Right next door to Carmines is John's Pizza.
  • ItsNotLost23
    ItsNotLost23 Posts: 14 Member
    BZAH10 wrote: »
    I really hope you're joking! If the Italian food at Olive Garden is the best you've had then it's time to try some authentic Italian places, many of which can be found in NYC.

    However, given the tone of this board, I probably missed something in reference to the Olive Garden and I'm completely off base. If so, don't mind me. Carry on.

    I thought this too....and then i tired the places and still prefer ive garden lolll
  • Motorsheen
    Motorsheen Posts: 20,508 Member
    ItsNotLost23 wrote: »
    BZAH10 wrote: »
    I really hope you're joking! If the Italian food at Olive Garden is the best you've had then it's time to try some authentic Italian places, many of which can be found in NYC.

    However, given the tone of this board, I probably missed something in reference to the Olive Garden and I'm completely off base. If so, don't mind me. Carry on.

    I thought this too....and then i tired the places and still prefer ive garden lolll

    oh my goodness.....
  • Jimb376mfp
    Jimb376mfp Posts: 6,236 Member
    I heard they have put many small Italian Mama & Papa family restaurants out of business in Little Italy. Probably because of their breadsticks and all you can eat salads! They are like the Wal Mart of the restaurant business.
  • subcounter
    subcounter Posts: 2,382 Member
    cee134 wrote: »
    So I'm thinking of going to New York City to visit the Times Square Olive Garden. I think the Olive Garden is probably the best Italian food I've ever had and try to go to one in every city I go to. I would make a special trip just for this one.

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    go to Carmine's Italian Restaurant, 5 mins to Olive Garden with actual food :smiley:
  • EggToni
    EggToni Posts: 190 Member
    I traveled to Chicago once and learned where Frank Sinatra's favorite restaurant was. Damn right, I ate there.
  • Motorsheen
    Motorsheen Posts: 20,508 Member
    I have a hunch that the Times Square Panda Express is going to put the Times Square Olive Garden out of business.
  • Allgaun
    Allgaun Posts: 222 Member
    I've been to that Olive Garden. Be aware that the tip is already added to every bill. You can adjust it up or down but don't add ANOTHER 20% by mistake! Check your bill carefully because a lot of the restaurants in heavily touristed areas are doing this now.

    Carmine's is good, but it is another frequent stop for tourists. Be aware that chain restaurants are more expensive in NYC than at home. You're not going to find 2 for $20 deals or unlimited apps for $10.
  • Bry_Fitness70
    Bry_Fitness70 Posts: 2,480 Member
    I'm like Michael Scott, when I go to New York City I want authentic Italian, I'm not going to eat at some corporate joint like Olive Garden that I can just find at home:

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  • thewindandthework
    thewindandthework Posts: 531 Member
    I don't know whether to link to the r/askreddit thread, or to bring up the Low-Cal Calzone Zone. My head is spinning.

    A+ work, OP, would lol again.
  • Beaster_Bunny
    Beaster_Bunny Posts: 501 Member
    I know you are joking, but my best friends wife actually loves Olive Garden and it is her favourite restaurant. That alone is reason enough to not marry her, but he did! I think I have been there once in the past 25 yrs, and maybe 5 times total. It was my idea to 0 of those times.
  • mustacheU2Lift
    mustacheU2Lift Posts: 5,844 Member
    Joking...what are you talking about. This place is amazing. They bring you fresh breadsticks. And the wine there is excellent...try the house cab. They dont even make you sniff the cork!
  • Cutemesoon
    Cutemesoon Posts: 2,646 Member
    Don't bother going there! Their food isn't that good. The wait is way too long & the food isn't worth it. Plus as a NY'er, I stay FAR AWAY from tourist traps! No matter the time of day or night, there are ALWAYS waaaayyyy too many people in Times square.
  • kam26001
    kam26001 Posts: 2,794 Member
    "delicious with the oil" :joy:

    https://youtu.be/UVyhE3-_lCM
  • 4legsRbetterthan2
    4legsRbetterthan2 Posts: 19,590 MFP Moderator
    edited June 2018
    Its been about 10 years. Not much different than any other olive garden besides size and location.

    Also, you need to eat more italian if this is really the best you got
  • 4legsRbetterthan2
    4legsRbetterthan2 Posts: 19,590 MFP Moderator
    edited June 2018
    Also, why did I respond to an old *kitten* necro thread
  • LittleLionHeart1
    LittleLionHeart1 Posts: 3,655 Member
    I said it a million times, "Don't make me eat there." :s:D
  • cee134
    cee134 Posts: 33,711 Member
    laprimaJenny wrote: »
    JustReadTheInstructions wrote: »
    I hear Olive Garden is lovely

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    I heard that too.
  • laprimaJenny
    laprimaJenny Posts: 1,495 Member
    cee134 wrote: »
    laprimaJenny wrote: »
    JustReadTheInstructions wrote: »
    I hear Olive Garden is lovely

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    I heard that too.

    :D
  • isalsayourface123
    isalsayourface123 Posts: 2,153 Member
    I havent eaten at an OG since I was 13. So, I'm basically saying I'm looking for a date.
  • Reckoner67
    Reckoner67 Posts: 3,344 Member
    Ice T is OG
  • kimber0607
    kimber0607 Posts: 994 Member
    I feel like I'm an an episode of bizzaro world...
    Im pretty sure this is a joke...it isn't? of course it is....my bad..right?
  • Motorsheen
    Motorsheen Posts: 20,508 Member
    Reckoner67 wrote: »
    Ice T is OG

    Besides...... I'm pretty sure that they don't serve Bagels at the Olive Garden.



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