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Been to Olive Garden several times, but I like other places better. Just not my thing.
After a lengthy wait for Olive Garden to open in Grand Forks, the lines were long in February. The novelty is slowly wearing off, but the steady following attests the warm welcome.
My first visit to Olive Garden was during midafternoon, so I could be sure to get in. After a late breakfast, I figured a late lunch would be fashionable.
The place is impressive. It’s fashioned in Tuscan farmhouse style with a welcoming entryway. There is seating for those who are waiting.
My booth was near the kitchen, and I watched the waiters in white shirts, ties, black trousers and aprons adorned with gold-colored towels. They were busy at midday, punching in orders and carrying out bread and pasta.
It had been a few years since I ate at the older Olive Garden in Fargo, so I studied the two manageable menus offering appetizers, soups and salads, grilled sandwiches, pizza, classic dishes, chicken and seafood and filled pastas.
At length, I asked my server what she would recommend. She suggested chicken Alfredo, and I went with that. Instead of the raspberry lemonade she suggested, I drank water.
She first brought me the familiar Olive Garden salad bowl with crisp greens, peppers, onion rings and yes — several black olives. Along with it came a plate with two long, warm breadsticks.
The chicken Alfredo ($10.95) was warm and comforting on a cold day. The portion was generous. My server was ready with Parmesan cheese.
As I ate, I noticed the vases and planters with permanent flower displays on the ledges. There are several dining areas with arched doorways. And there is a fireplace that adds warmth to the decor.
Olive Garden has an attractive bar area to the right of the entryway. The restaurant has a full liquor license and a wine list offering a wide selection to complement Italian meals. Nonalcoholic beverages include coolers, specialty coffees and hot teas.
On a hot summer day, I will try the raspberry lemonade that was recommended.
There’s a homemade soup, salad and breadstick lunch available until 4 p.m. daily for $6.95.
An olive branch on menu items signified low-fat entrees. There is a Garden Fare Nutrition Guide available for customers seeking gluten-free food. And for those with food allergies, Olive Garden has an Allergen Information Guide.
All in all, it is the largest and most beautiful restaurant now operating in Grand Forks. It attracts visitors from out of town as well as people who live here.
Olive Garden is part of the Darden chain of restaurants that also operates Red Lobster. There are about 700 restaurants, including four Olive Gardens in North Dakota’s major cities.
Olive Garden has gained a following since 1982 with its ample portions and relaxed ambience. It’s known for its classic lasagna, fettuccine Alfredo and chicken Parmigiana.
By: Marilyn Hagerty, Grand Forks Herald
http://www.grandforksherald.com/even...cle/id/231419/
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In case you are wondering:
http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/cutline/...150422768.html
(definitely have to watch the video at the link)
Posting commercials now?
Been to Olive Garden several times, but I like other places better. Just not my thing.
Google it. It's funny.In case you are wondering:
http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/cutline/...150422768.html
(definitely have to watch the video at the link)
She's a sweet ol' gal.
That said, the piece is humorous for its sheer unabashed earnestness.
I think it is funny, and I mean that in a nice way.
What's the point of this? No, seriously.
Shouldn't this be in the Forum's Lifestyle section?
There's a quote that will come back to haunt you.
BUWAHAHAHAHAHA
I don't get what's so funny. I don't understand why people hate solid chain restaurants like Olive Garden, Cheesecake Factory, Macaroni Grill, and so on.
I think OG gets an unfair shake sometimes. The location at 281 Bitters is consistently good, imo
Hadn't seen this before; agree with RG.
It's funny.
OK, but why is it in the Political forum rather than the Club?
Another desperate attempt by the lamestream liberal media to push their anti-American agenda on us all. Oh so American food isn't good enough? You gotta push your Mussolini lovin Italian food on us now? I don't care about leafy greens and black olives, my food comes in three colors - Red, White, and Blue!
lol topic cop.
Please. Nothing is more American than chain food Italian!
Olive garden. The McDonald's of Italian food. Just like Outback is the McDonald's of steakhouses.
Outback moved up a few notches on my list when they started open fire grilling.
They're much better than a McDonald's analog of a steak house, IMO.
dunno. people from supposed cultural backwaters like Grand Forks SD who are frankly and straightforwardly impressed by the new Olive Garden?
First time there I was shocked by the quick pick up, but overall enjoyed it.
I don't know about you guys but when I want a good bologna alfredo I always hit up Olive Garden.
I hear some much damn whining about OG and yet everytime I pass one their are packed. We haven't eaten there in quite sometime but I never had any real complaints about the food. I've gone to some fancy, expensive restaurants and haven't been that impressed that a damn meal costs $50.
Saw a pic Brad and Angelina at a McD's.Not that is healthy or anything but it IS America.
They are actually a pretty good lunch place. Salads are damn good. Entrees are typically unoffensive and the pricing is reasonable. Not my first choice for dinner by any means but not bad either.
And we were impressed by Krispy Kreme. I don't see the humor in liking a good place that expands into your market.
Yeah, if we do go it is for lunch...and with a coupon.
I thought it was interesting their menus and prices varied between their NJ and TX locations. Other chain restaurants like Chilli's don't do that.
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