If you thought you knew everything there was to know about Olive Garden—the endless breadsticks, the bottomless salad, the classic fettuccine alfredo—think again!

The Italian-American favorite just turned up the heat (literally) with a bold new menu rollout that’s got foodies, families, and flavor-seekers buzzing.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or just looking for a reason to treat yourself, these new dishes are about to make your next visit a whole lot more exciting.



Let’s start with the showstopper: Olive Garden’s brand-new Spicy Three-Meat Sauce.

This isn’t your grandma’s Sunday gravy—unless your grandma was a culinary daredevil with a penchant for spice!

This sauce is a hearty, zesty blend of cherry peppers, red bell peppers, pepperoni, red wine, garlic, and herbs, all simmered together with their signature homemade meat sauce. And just when you think it can’t get any better, a sprinkle of chili flakes brings the heat, making every bite a flavor-packed adventure.


This fiery concoction is now available as part of Olive Garden’s beloved Create Your Own Pasta menu.

So, if you’re the type who likes to customize your meal (and who isn’t?), you can pair this sauce with your favorite pasta and toppings for a dish that’s uniquely yours.

But wait—there’s more! For the first time in nearly seven years, Olive Garden is introducing a brand-new pasta shape: bucatini. Imagine spaghetti, but thicker and with a hollow center, perfect for soaking up every last drop of that spicy, meaty sauce.

Bucatini is a staple in traditional Italian kitchens, and now it’s making its grand debut at Olive Garden.



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If you’ve never tried it, you’re in for a treat—this pasta’s unique texture and ability to hold sauce will have you twirling your fork with glee.

Both the Spicy Three-Meat Sauce and bucatini are available now, but only until August 25. So, if you’re curious, don’t wait too long to give them a try!

Feeling extra hungry? Olive Garden’s got you covered.

You can amp up your meal with a variety of protein-packed add-ons: classic meatballs, savory Italian sausage, crispy chicken fritta, grilled chicken, or even sautéed shrimp and broccoli.



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It’s a choose-your-own-adventure for your taste buds, and the possibilities are nearly endless.

If you’re a fan of creamy, decadent pasta dishes, mark your calendar for July 7.

That’s when Olive Garden will unveil the Calabrian Steak and Shrimp Bucatini—a dish that sounds as luxurious as it tastes.

Picture this: tender grilled sirloin tips and succulent shrimp tossed with bucatini pasta in a Calabrian spicy cream sauce, finished with fresh spinach and tomatoes.



The sauce itself is a nod to the flavors of Calabria, Italy, featuring authentic Calabrian chilis, garlic, butter, white wine, cream, and a touch of Olive Garden’s classic marinara.

It’s not just the menu that’s growing—Olive Garden is expanding its reach across the US, bringing its signature hospitality and value to new communities.

Recent and upcoming locations include Augusta, Georgia; Lawrence, Kansas; Siloam Springs, Arkansas; Lake Mead, Nevada; and Pell City, Alabama.

Local leaders are celebrating the arrival of Olive Garden as a win for their towns, promising new jobs, economic growth, and, of course, more opportunities to enjoy those famous breadsticks.

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Now, we want to hear from you! Are you excited to try the new Spicy Three-Meat Sauce or the bucatini pasta? Do you have fond memories of family dinners at Olive Garden, or a favorite menu item you always order? Maybe you’re a little skeptical about all this spice—let us know!