Olive Garden Soup, Salad & Breadsticks: Price & Calories
Quick answer: Olive Garden Soup, Salad & Breadsticks costs about $16.49 and has 140 calories (October 2026). Unlimited homemade soup, Famous House Salad and warm breadsticks, the classic budget order.
About Soup, Salad & Breadsticks
It is part of the soup, salad and breadsticks lineup that comes unlimited with dine-in entrées.
Among the 8 soups, salad & breadsticks items with published nutrition, Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is the 3rd lightest at 140 calories, 16% below the section average of 168.
On price it ranks 7th of 7 in the section; the cheapest option is Garlic Breadsticks at $5.29.
Soup, Salad & Breadsticks Price
Expect to pay around $16.49 for Soup, Salad & Breadsticks at a typical U.S. Olive Garden. That works out to 8 calories per dollar. Restaurants in big cities, airports and tourist areas often charge more.
- Lighter: Minestrone Soup has 110 calories, saving 30.
- Cheaper: Chicken & Gnocchi Soup costs $11.29, $5.20 less.
- Lunch size: on weekdays before 3 p.m., Lunch Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is $13.49, saving $3.00.
Soup, Salad & Breadsticks Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 | 7% |
*Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Figures are for the dish as served, without extra sauces, sides or swaps.
Ordering Tips
- With a dine-in entrée, soup or salad refills are free, so you rarely need to order this separately.
- Ask for dressing on the side to control calories on the house salad.
- Order online or in the Olive Garden app for pickup to see your restaurant's exact price.
Dietary and Allergen Notes
- Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is not vegetarian.
- It is not on the gluten-sensitive menu, so assume it contains wheat. See our gluten-sensitive options instead.
- For allergens, use the official Olive Garden allergen guide; recipes can change. Read our allergen guide for how to use it.
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Soup, Salad & Breadsticks: Common Questions
How much is Soup, Salad & Breadsticks at Olive Garden?
Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is about $16.49 at most U.S. Olive Garden restaurants as of October 2026. Prices vary by location, so check your restaurant's menu for the exact amount.
How many calories are in Olive Garden Soup, Salad & Breadsticks?
Soup, Salad & Breadsticks has 140 calories, based on Olive Garden's published nutrition information.
Is Soup, Salad & Breadsticks vegetarian?
No. Soup, Salad & Breadsticks is not vegetarian.