Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno
Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno costs $17.99 for the dinner portion with 1170 calories: ziti baked with five cheeses and the five cheese marinara. Lunch and lighter portions of the same bake come in at 630 calories.
The Olive Garden Five Cheese Ziti al Forno is a classic entrées item on the Olive Garden Menu, priced at $17.99 ($17.49 to $20.79 depending on your state). A standard serving contains 1170 calories.
Ingredients Summary
Ziti pasta, five cheese marinara sauce, a blend of mozzarella, parmesan, romano, ricotta and fontina, baked until the top browns.
Taste Profile
Tangy tomato and a heavy cheese pull, with crisp edges where the cheese meets the dish. It is Olive Garden's baked ziti, and it eats like a lighter lasagna without the meat.
The dinner plate has 69 g of fat and 2,440 mg of sodium. The lighter size halves the portion and cuts it to 630 calories.
Healthier alternative: The lighter portion at 630 calories, or cheese ravioli with marinara for a similar cheesy plate.
“The best vegetarian comfort dish on the menu, though Olive Garden does not list it as vegetarian. Ask about the cheeses if that matters; the flavor is worth the question.”
Menu Hacks & Pro Tips
Every add-on and choice offered when you order the Five Cheese Ziti al Forno, with the extra cost. Included choices cost nothing.
Would you like to Add a Topping?
| Add 3 Meatballs | +$4.29 | |
| Add 2 Italian Sausage | +$4.29 | |
| Add One Grilled Chicken | +$4.49 | |
| Add One Crispy Chicken Fritta | +$4.29 | |
| Add (9) Sautéed Shrimp | +$4.79 | |
| Add 9 Crispy Shrimp Fritta | +$4.79 |
Choose Soup or Salad (Included With Your Entree)
| Famous House SaladDefault | Included | |
| Chicken & Gnocchi | Included | |
| Pasta e Fagioli | Included | |
| Minestrone (V) | Included | |
| Zuppa Toscana | Included | |
| No, Thank You. | Included |
Would you like to add a Beverage? (Optional)
| Raspberry Lemonade | +$4.29 | |
| Bellini Peach-Raspberry Iced Tea | +$4.29 | |
| Mango Passion Fruit Iced Tea | +$4.29 | |
| Strawberry Passionfruit Limonata | +$4.79 | |
| Sweet Pear Limonata | +$4.79 | |
| Half Lemonade + Half Tea | +$3.69 | |
| Classic Lemonade | +$3.99 | |
| Iced Tea | +$3.99 | |
| Iced Sweet Tea | +$3.99 | |
| Soft Drink | +$3.99 | |
| Confetti Pink Moscato-Bottle, Rosé Wine | +$25.50 | |
| Moscato Primo Amore-Bottle, White Wine | +$25.50 | |
| Roscato Rosso Dolce-Bottle, Red Wine | +$25.50 | |
| No, Thank You | Included |
Would you like to add a $6 Take Home entrée?
| Five Cheese Ziti | +$6.00 | |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | +$6.00 | |
| Spaghetti with Meat Sauce | +$6.00 |
Customize (Looking For A Different Pasta?)
| Spaghetti | Included | |
| Angel Hair | Included | |
| Fettuccine | Included | |
| Ziti | Included | |
| Bucatini | Included |
Dietary Information
Contains dairy, wheat, gluten and soy. Not on the official vegetarian list, likely because of rennet in some cheeses.
Nutritional Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1170kcal | 59% |
| Total Fat | 69g | 88% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 98g | 36% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Sodium | 2440mg | 106% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 36g | 180% |
| Trans Fat | 1.5g | |
| Cholesterol | 170mg | 57% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 21% |
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
A side of meatballs turns it into a meat and cheese bake for a few dollars.
Allergen Information
The official Olive Garden allergen guide lists dairy, wheat, gluten, soy for the Five Cheese Ziti al Forno. Kitchens share fryers and prep areas, so cross-contact is possible. See the full Olive Garden allergen menu.
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Five Cheese Ziti al Forno Price by State
Olive Garden prices differ by market. The typical price of $17.99 is the most common one across the states below; California, New York and Alaska run highest.
| State | Price | vs typical |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $17.99 | — |
| Alaska | $20.79 | +$2.80 |
| Arizona | $19.49 | +$1.50 |
| Arkansas | $17.99 | — |
| California | $19.79 | +$1.80 |
| Colorado | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| Connecticut | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| Delaware | $17.99 | — |
| Florida | $18.49 | +$0.50 |
| Georgia | $17.49 | −$0.50 |
| Idaho | $17.99 | — |
| Illinois | $19.49 | +$1.50 |
| Indiana | $17.99 | — |
| Iowa | $17.99 | — |
| Kansas | $17.99 | — |
| Kentucky | $17.99 | — |
| Louisiana | $17.99 | — |
| Maine | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| Maryland | $17.99 | — |
| Massachusetts | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| Michigan | $17.99 | — |
| Minnesota | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| Mississippi | $17.49 | −$0.50 |
| Missouri | $17.99 | — |
| Montana | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| Nebraska | $17.99 | — |
| Nevada | $19.29 | +$1.30 |
| New Hampshire | $17.99 | — |
| New Jersey | $17.99 | — |
| New Mexico | $17.99 | — |
| New York | $19.49 | +$1.50 |
| North Carolina | $17.99 | — |
| North Dakota | $18.49 | +$0.50 |
| Ohio | $17.99 | — |
| Oklahoma | $17.99 | — |
| Oregon | $19.79 | +$1.80 |
| Pennsylvania | $17.99 | — |
| Rhode Island | $18.49 | +$0.50 |
| South Carolina | $17.99 | — |
| South Dakota | $17.99 | — |
| Tennessee | $17.99 | — |
| Texas | $17.99 | — |
| Utah | $17.99 | — |
| Vermont | $18.49 | +$0.50 |
| Virginia | $17.99 | — |
| Washington | $19.79 | +$1.80 |
| West Virginia | $17.99 | — |
| Wisconsin | $17.99 | — |
| Wyoming | $17.99 | — |
Common Questions
How much is five cheese ziti al forno at Olive Garden?
The dinner portion costs $17.99. The lighter portion and lunch portion cost less.
How many calories are in five cheese ziti al forno?
The dinner size has 1170 calories, 69 g of fat, 98 g of carbohydrates, 46 g of protein and 2,440 mg of sodium. The lunch and lighter portions are 630 calories.
What are the five cheeses?
Olive Garden lists mozzarella, parmesan, romano, ricotta and fontina across the sauce and topping.
Is five cheese ziti vegetarian?
It contains no meat, but Olive Garden does not include it on its vegetarian guide. Ask the restaurant about the cheeses if rennet is a concern.
Is there a family size?
Yes. Five cheese ziti al forno is sold as a family style pan serving four to six.