I never want to go to the Olive Garden Again

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Last night, I went to the Olive Garden for dinner for the first time in many years. In the past, I really didn’t think they were that great.

When I went this time, I decided that I do not like the Olive Garden, period. Just thinking about their food selections grosses me out

I'm almost always disappointed when I go out to eat (or get food delivered). Its never a good as I remember it / want it to be or feel it should be considering the price, atmosphere, etc.

I am finding that most Italian restaurants were leave me feel disappointed. There is nothing special about their pastas or sauces

I think most restaurants are both raising prices and cutting corners on recipes. They really shouldn't do both. Most of the time I can do better at home, and I don't claim to be a great cook, but the things I do like to make I do well enough to make most people happy.

I'd also swear that the last time I went out, my food came straight out of a microwave, (cold in the middle, hot around the edges). The whole thing on top of a puddle of water. Not a pleasant experience.

I thought Olive Garden went out of business about ten years ago?

They did here.

They are still in business in the US.

This is exactly why I like Olive Garden (& Fazoli's): they lack strong seasoning. I love italian, but I really dislike basil & oregano. I can't eat at places with more authentic italian (Buca di Beppo). I actually prefer eating out (at chain restaurants) because the food is going to be the same in multiple locations.

They did close a lot of restaurants, but we still have 4 in my metro area

They reminded me of Spaghetti Factory or East Side Mario's.
Everything tasted exactly the same -- like steam.

It's been a long time since I've been to an Olive Garden, but I don't like it either. I don't think anyone considers them to be really good. I think the appeal is that it's comfort food and they serve large portions.

I mostly like Indian, Asian, and Mexican restaurants. And health-food/vegetarian restaurants. Everything else is too rich and heavy, and bland at the same time.

I liked East Side Mario’s and Fazoli’s I thought they had better flavor. I also happen to refer to Italian restaurants here you get a basket of bread that one dips on olive oil.