Olive Garden Dipping Sauces with Breadsticks
Most popularOlive Garden Dipping Sauces with Breadsticks pairs four warm breadsticks with one of the homemade sauces, marinara, alfredo or five cheese marinara, for $4.49. The breadsticks alone are 140 calories each; the sauce adds anywhere from 70 to 490 calories depending on your pick.
The Olive Garden Dipping Sauces with Breadsticks is one of the most popular appetizers items on the Olive Garden Menu, priced at $4.49 ($4.49 to $5.99 depending on your state). A standard serving contains 140 calories.
Ingredients Summary
Four garlic butter breadsticks with a choice of marinara (tomato, garlic, herbs), alfredo (cream, parmesan, garlic, butter) or five cheese marinara (marinara blended with five Italian cheeses). An eight breadstick version is also on the ToGo menu.
Taste Profile
Marinara keeps it bright and light; alfredo turns each breadstick into a rich, garlicky bite; five cheese marinara sits between the two with a cheesy tang. The breadsticks are soft enough to soak up sauce without falling apart.
The sauce decides the meal. A side of marinara is 70 calories, five cheese marinara 200, and alfredo 440, so the same order swings from about 630 to 1,000 calories with four breadsticks.
Healthier alternative: Choose marinara and split the order two ways; that keeps a serving near 350 calories.
“This is the cheapest way to build a shareable starter at Olive Garden. The alfredo version is the one people photograph, the marinara version is the one that lets you finish your entrée.”
Menu Hacks & Pro Tips
Every add-on and choice offered when you order the Dipping Sauces with Breadsticks, with the extra cost. Included choices cost nothing.
Choose one of our homemade sauces. Includes four breadsticks.
| Marinara Dipping Sauce | Included | |
| Five Cheese Marinara Dipping Sauce | Included | |
| Alfredo Dipping Sauce | Included | |
| Spicy Alfredo Dipping Sauce | Included |
Choose one of our homemade sauces. Includes eight breadsticks.
| Marinara Dipping Sauce | Included | |
| Five Cheese Marinara Dipping Sauce | Included | |
| Alfredo Dipping Sauce | Included | |
| Spicy Alfredo Dipping Sauce | Included |
Dietary Information
Vegetarian with any sauce. Marinara makes the plate vegan if the breadsticks come without garlic topping. Alfredo and five cheese marinara contain dairy; all versions contain wheat and gluten.
Nutritional Facts
The official Olive Garden guide lists 140 calories for the Dipping Sauces with Breadsticks.
Nutrition by component
| Component | Cal | Fat (g) | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) | Sodium (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breadstick with garlic topping (1 ea.) | 140 | 2.5 | 25 | 4 | 460 |
| Alfredo dipping sauce | 440 | 43 | 5 | 8 | 600 |
| Marinara dipping sauce | 70 | 4.5 | 8 | 2 | 640 |
| Five Cheese Marinara dipping sauce | 200 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 650 |
| Spicy Alfredo dipping sauce | 490 | 48 | 7 | 9 | 700 |
Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our complete Olive Garden nutrition facts page.
Most Ordered Together
Add fried mozzarella and you have a two dip appetizer spread that serves four for well under the price of two entrées.
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Dipping Sauces with Breadsticks Price by State
Olive Garden prices differ by market. The typical price of $4.49 is the most common one across the states below; California, New York and Alaska run highest.
| State | Price | vs typical |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $4.49 | — |
| Alaska | $5.99 | +$1.50 |
| Arizona | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Arkansas | $4.49 | — |
| California | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Colorado | $5.29 | +$0.80 |
| Connecticut | $5.29 | +$0.80 |
| Delaware | $4.49 | — |
| Florida | $5.29 | +$0.80 |
| Georgia | $4.49 | — |
| Idaho | $4.49 | — |
| Illinois | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Indiana | $4.49 | — |
| Iowa | $4.49 | — |
| Kansas | $4.49 | — |
| Kentucky | $4.49 | — |
| Louisiana | $4.49 | — |
| Maine | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Maryland | $4.49 | — |
| Massachusetts | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Michigan | $4.49 | — |
| Minnesota | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Mississippi | $4.49 | — |
| Missouri | $4.49 | — |
| Montana | $5.29 | +$0.80 |
| Nebraska | $4.49 | — |
| Nevada | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| New Hampshire | $4.49 | — |
| New Jersey | $4.49 | — |
| New Mexico | $4.49 | — |
| New York | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| North Carolina | $4.49 | — |
| North Dakota | $5.29 | +$0.80 |
| Ohio | $4.49 | — |
| Oklahoma | $4.49 | — |
| Oregon | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| Pennsylvania | $4.49 | — |
| Rhode Island | $5.29 | +$0.80 |
| South Carolina | $4.49 | — |
| South Dakota | $4.49 | — |
| Tennessee | $4.49 | — |
| Texas | $4.49 | — |
| Utah | $4.49 | — |
| Vermont | $4.49 | — |
| Virginia | $4.49 | — |
| Washington | $5.49 | +$1.00 |
| West Virginia | $4.49 | — |
| Wisconsin | $4.49 | — |
| Wyoming | $4.49 | — |
Common Questions
How much are dipping sauces with breadsticks at Olive Garden?
The four breadstick order with one sauce is $4.49 at the typical US price. The eight breadstick version costs a few dollars more and is listed on the ToGo menu.
Which dipping sauces can I choose?
Marinara, alfredo or five cheese marinara. All three are the same sauces used on the pasta menu, made in the restaurant each morning.
How many calories are in the alfredo dipping sauce?
The standard side of alfredo dipping sauce is 440 calories and 43 g of fat. Marinara is 70 calories and five cheese marinara is 200 calories, before the breadsticks.
Is the marinara dipping sauce vegan?
Yes. Marinara is listed as vegan in Olive Garden's vegetarian and vegan guide. Alfredo and five cheese marinara contain dairy.
Do dine in guests pay for dipping sauces?
Breadsticks are free with dine in entrées, and a side of sauce can be added for a small charge, which usually comes out cheaper than this ToGo bundle.