Olive Garden Italian Restaurant — Restaurant in Bakersfield

If i decide to come try again I will leave a better review. But upon the service of trying to have a sit down meal and the hunny being shunned away was disrespectful. A simple sorry were closing and not taking further seating arrangements would have been fine. But the attidude and sheer disrespect from the host???

I would like to update my review as we tried this place again. We sat there for about 20 minutes after being seated with no server to come take our drink orders or even greet us. I was about to walk out but he went to grab someone and it wound up being the manager. Vicki apologized sincerely and told us she would take off our appetizers and drinks. Angie became our server and she was absolutely amazing. She was very helpful with everything and fixed any mistake up as there was a wrong drink brought to our table so she apologized and fixed it very quickly. Christopher wound up taking over for Angie and he was ok but definitely couldn't fill Angie's shoes. He brought us boxes at the end and 10 minutes later we literally had to ask for our check. Usually the waiter will bring u ur check with the boxes or go grab it right after but come on... I didn't receive a pasta spoon so that made eating alot messier then I'm used to and without the check ins I couldn't ask for one. So we got our check and couldn't pay. We had to take it up to Vicki and not only was our drinks still on our ticket but we were double charged for the mistake. She only took off the mistake. So the promises she made about taking off the drinks and apps for our inconveniences only mounted to taking off the one appetizer. Thanks Vicki. Should have walked out like I wanted to in the beginning. Onto the food portion. It was not 5 star quality. They didn't have the lasagna fritas we originally wanted so we got these instead. Not recommended over the lasagna fritas. I didn't like my chicken and seafood pasta so my hunny switched me plates with his Alfredo. The salad was very heavy on Italian dressing. I like mine light so I guess I should have specified that. As I mentioned above. No pasta spoons. Sure it would have been an ok meal and I wouldn't have picked it apart so much if they would have made things right. But instead. We were lied to. After waiting and almost walking out because we didn't have any service. And the food wasn't exactly screaming for a return of the customer. The best part about our visit was the server Angie. And sadly we won't come again. Guess we should have known by the way they treated us the first visit. As my first...

The Olive garden never disappoints my family. This was our first time back since December 2019... Then the pandemic news came & in the first quarter of 2020 our world changed. So we didn't get a chance to go out much because I have parents in their 70's & they opted to stay inside & no more going to restaurants. Fast forward to the 11th of March 2022 & we came back to celebrate 🍾 my mom's Birthday 🎂 🥳 here, because she was craving their famous Salmon & broccoli with the all you can eat Salad & Breadsticks. We started with the fried shrimp 🍤 appetizers with fried bell peppers & onions that come with this delicious spicy ranch dressing to dip everything in. We also got the Fried Ravioli with the spicy ranch dip as well, Which I highly recommend‼️‼️Our server was a real sweetheart & I HAD to tip her an extra $20 on top of her tip that was added to our debit card payment cause she took very good care of the 6 of us at her table. She was on top of her game with refilling drinks & butter & breadsticks & salads & extra dressing for my mom & grandma. We had her running back & forth for sure & she didn't disappoint at all. Our food was served pretty fast & I was surprised because the place was packed. Everyone's dish came HOT 🔥 & delicious to our table. We all accepted the "Freshly grated parmesan cheese" on our dinners as well. Everything went perfectly for my mom's birthday. We bought a cake & our waitress put it in the fridge for us until we were ready to sing Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 Then staff members all came over to help sing. We had a blast there & it was a 5 star 🌟 visit & review. I cannot thank the Olive Garden & its wonderful staff ❤️ for a beautiful night out with my family & an amazing dinner as well. THIS was all that was left of my mom's cake because our bellies were full of food. We will 100% be back again. It was so worth it after being away for 2 years & 3 months. Forever grateful...

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant at Bakersfield, CA lives up to the hype! A feast for the senses! Stepping into the restaurant, you're immediately greeted by the inviting aroma of simmering sauces and fresh herbs. Atmosphere is a vibrant and bustling blend of lively energy and laid-back charm. A symphony of flavors. Now, onto the star of the show: the food! I dove headfirst into the "Chicken Alfredo (Crispy)" featuring tender, crispy chicken breasts smothered in a heavenly Alfredo sauce. Let me tell you, this sauce was pure magic! Creamy, garlicky, and perfectly seasoned, it clung to the chicken and pasta like a dream. Each bite was an explosion of rich, cheesy flavor, and I savored every single mouthful. Alfredo Sauce Chicken itself deserves a standing ovation. Juicy and perfectly cooked, it offered a delightful contrast to the creamy sauce with its satisfying crunch. Plus, the portion size was generous enough to leave me happily full but not overly stuffed. Beyond the Alfredo: Of course, no Olive Garden experience is complete without their legendary breadsticks. Warm, soft, and dusted with a touch of garlic and parmesan, these little pillows of goodness kept me happily occupied while waiting for my main course. I even dared to sneak a few dunkles in the Alfredo sauce – don't judge, it's practically required! A touch of Italy in Bakersfield. The Bakersfield Olive Garden truly transports you to a little slice of Italy, right in the heart of California. Attentive service, the vibrant atmosphere, and most importantly, the delicious food made for an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're a longtime Olive Garden fan or simply seeking a cozy Italian escape, this location is a must-try....