OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN RESTAURANT #1702
- Health grade
- A · 90/100
- Seminole County rank
- Safer than 47%
- Diner rating
- 4.4 ★ · 4,782 reviews
- Violations
- 2 intermediate and 4 basic
- Last inspected
- Mar 2026
It pulls 4.4 stars across 4,782 reviews and ranks safer than 47% of Seminole County restaurants we grade. Look for italian in Altamonte Springs. Menus here flag vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, healthy, and other dietary options.
Get directions Call (407) 772-0409
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (90/100)
- Violations
- 6 total — 2 intermediate, 4 basic
- Address
- 300 W 436, Altamonte Springs, FL
- Cuisine
- Italian
- Categories
- Italian restaurant, Caterer, Family restaurant, Gluten-free restaurant, Takeout Restaurant, Mediterranean restaurant
- Price
- $20–30
- Rating
- 4.4 stars (4782 reviews)
- Seats
- 263
- Phone
- (407) 772-0409
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
The recurring subject in this corpus is the staff, not the food in general. Reviewers who mention front-of-house rate this place 4.8 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour. After that, freshness and temperature appears most often — 35% of the corpus, averaging 5.0.
17 of 17 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 0 are two or lower. A third strand, speed of service, appears in 24% of them at 4.8 stars. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (14 of 17).
The health record runs ahead of the reviews. The last DBPR inspection returned an A (90/100) with 2 intermediate and 4 basic violations. The visit behind that grade was March 24, 2026. Across its inspection history the kitchen is declining, which argues for reading the older reviews with caution. On health score it sits safer than 47% of the Seminole County restaurants we grade. For specifics, the last inspection cited in-use food dispensing utensils properly stored.
With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 17 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Great service. Really good food. Rising prices.
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Great dinner! We had a great meal here and will visit again the next time we are in this area.
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Carson was really great on the phone with my to go order.. Very welcoming Thanks a bunch
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Amazing service. The food is notbthe best but the kindness and attention to their customers of stuff is exceptional.
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Our waiter was EXCELLENT and the staff the same! I would certainly go back to this location when back in the area!
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Excellent food and service!!!
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Cody was the sweetest server! He recommended me the frozen margarita and it made my night! Give him a raise.
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Cody was the best server! Made my year!!
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The service was top notch! We had Abby as our waitress and she was amazing I honestly have no idea how she was moving as fast as she did! The food was also good and fresh!
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Awesome experience, fresh salad
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Food was great. Server was excellent ask to sit in Nicky's section
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They took really good care of us during a family event. Thanks again for the great food and service!
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Elizabeth waited on us and did a wonderful job! She was very patient, kind, and friendly with our kids. We were all very impressed with her!
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I had an outstanding experience at the Olive Garden in Altamonte Springs. From the moment we arrived, the service, food, and atmosphere were excellent. A special thank you to Jose Gutierrez, whose leadership clearly shows throughout the restaurant. He was professional, attentive, and made sure every guest felt welcomed and valued. The staff was friendly, the food was fresh and delicious, and everything was handled with care and efficiency. It's refreshing to see a manager so committed to providing a great dining experience. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend this location to anyone looking for exceptional service and a wonderful meal. Thank you, Jose, and the entire team, for a fantastic experience! 🍝🥗😊
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On Sunday evening at 5:00 my wife & I met a friend there who invited us to dinner. We were seated quickly & our server was soon at our table, asking us what we wanted to drink. She returned with drinks & menus. She was very patient with my many questions. She described the entrees & made a few recommendations after inquiring about my preferences. Our food arrived shortly afterwards, as our server Elisabeth was bringing more fresh bread. As our plates were being removed, she recommended a few desserts. She is an excellent example of what a great service is all about. When you visit there , make sure to sit in her area.
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Pasta is delicious, bread sticks are to die for. I always enjoy my visits.
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Came in for lunch with my special needs daughter and Jose the manager and Luis the server really made it something special. There energy and aura & care made it possible to enjoy lunch with my daughter who usually has a hard time eating out. The food was on point and hot & they were very attentive and sweet. They made my day and don’t even know it. Thank you Luis!
Overall Score
77 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM to 11 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM to 10 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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March 24, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 4 basic
- 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods (×2)
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 25 — Single-service and single-use items
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
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September 29, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic
- 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: March 24, 2026