Olive Garden Spaghetti & Meatballs: Price & Calories
Quick answer: Olive Garden Spaghetti & Meatballs costs about $17.49 and has 1,120 calories (October 2026). Spaghetti with meat sauce and meatballs.
What Is Spaghetti & Meatballs?
It sits in the Classic Pasta section, the long-running core of the Olive Garden menu.
Among the 16 classic pasta items with published nutrition, Spaghetti & Meatballs is the 7th lightest at 1,120 calories, 3% below the section average of 1,155.
On price it ranks 5th of 16 in the section; the cheapest option is Spaghetti with Marinara at $11.99.
How Much Does Spaghetti & Meatballs Cost?
Expect to pay around $17.49 for Spaghetti & Meatballs at a typical U.S. Olive Garden. That works out to 2.8 g of protein per dollar and 64 calories per dollar. Restaurants in big cities, airports and tourist areas often charge more.
- Lighter: Cheese Ravioli with Meat Sauce has 860 calories, saving 260.
- Cheaper: Cheese Ravioli with Marinara costs $17.29, $0.20 less.
- Lunch size: on weekdays before 3 p.m., Lunch Spaghetti & Meatballs is $15.49, saving $2.00.
Calories and Nutrition in Spaghetti & Meatballs
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1,120 | 56% |
| Protein | 49 g | 98% |
| Total fat | 62 g | 79% |
| Carbohydrates | 92 g | 33% |
| Sodium | 2,110 mg | 92% |
*Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Figures are for the dish as served, without extra sauces, sides or swaps.
About 50% of the energy comes from fat, 33% from carbohydrates and 17% from protein, so fat does most of the work.
What a Full Meal Adds Up To
Dine-in entrées come with unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks, and those extras add up. Here is what a typical plate looks like:
| Order | Calories |
|---|---|
| Spaghetti & Meatballs alone | 1,120 |
| + 1 Famous House Salad + 1 breadstick | 1,410 |
| + 1 bowl Zuppa Toscana + 2 breadsticks | 1,620 |
Ordering Tips
- Choose between unlimited soup or Famous House Salad; both come with unlimited breadsticks when you dine in.
- Ask whether your restaurant can swap the pasta for gluten-free rotini if you need a gluten-sensitive version.
- Order online or in the Olive Garden app for pickup to see your restaurant's exact price.
Dietary and Allergen Notes
- Spaghetti & Meatballs 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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Spaghetti & Meatballs: Common Questions
How much is Spaghetti & Meatballs at Olive Garden?
Spaghetti & Meatballs is about $17.49 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 Spaghetti & Meatballs?
Spaghetti & Meatballs has 1,120 calories, 49 g of protein and 2,110 mg of sodium, based on Olive Garden's published nutrition information.
Is Spaghetti & Meatballs vegetarian?
No. Spaghetti & Meatballs is not vegetarian.
Does Spaghetti & Meatballs come with breadsticks?
Yes. When you dine in, entrées come with unlimited breadsticks plus your choice of unlimited soup or salad.