Olive Garden’s dessert menu features five options ranging from $5.29 to $10.29, covering everything from classic Italian sweets to rich chocolate indulgences. While the restaurant is best known for its pasta and unlimited breadsticks, the dessert menu deserves serious consideration — especially the Tiramisu, which many guests consider one of the best chain restaurant desserts in America.
After a meal of Chicken Alfredo or Tour of Italy with unlimited soup and breadsticks, you might think there’s no room for dessert. But the Dolcini mini desserts at just $5.29 were designed for exactly this scenario — small enough to enjoy even when you’re mostly full.
The most popular dessert at Olive Garden, and arguably their best-kept secret. Classic Italian Tiramisu with espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with sweet mascarpone cheese, dusted with cocoa powder. It’s creamy, coffee-flavored, and not overly sweet — the kind of dessert that appeals to people who don’t usually order dessert. The espresso flavor is genuine and robust, not artificial. At 470 calories, it’s also one of the more moderate options. If you’re only going to try one dessert at Olive Garden, this is the one.
The Tiramisu pairs beautifully with a glass of Moscato from the wine list or a cup of coffee. It’s available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, though it’s best enjoyed fresh in the restaurant.
The most indulgent item on the entire Olive Garden menu — not just the dessert menu. Layers of rich chocolate brownie, creamy chocolate mousse, and smooth vanilla cream, topped with a drizzle of chocolate sauce. At 890 calories, it’s the kind of dessert that makes you stop caring about calorie counting. It’s also the most expensive dessert at $10.29, but the portion is generous enough to split between two people. If you’re a chocolate lover, this is non-negotiable.
A sophisticated layered dessert featuring chocolate and vanilla mousse with a dark chocolate glaze. It’s more elegant than the Chocolate Brownie Lasagna — less dense, more airy, with a refined chocolate flavor. The dark chocolate glaze on top adds a slight bitterness that balances the sweet mousse layers. At 760 calories, it’s rich but not as heavy as the Brownie Lasagna. This is the dessert for people who appreciate subtlety in their chocolate.
A lighter Italian take on American cheesecake, made with ricotta cheese instead of cream cheese. It has a texture that’s somewhere between a classic New York cheesecake and a soufflé — lighter and fluffier, with a subtle citrus note. At $9.29, it’s the second cheapest full-size dessert and at 620 calories, it’s moderate. It’s the best choice for anyone who finds traditional cheesecake too heavy or dense.
The most affordable and practical dessert option. Dolcini are small, individual-sized dessert cups — perfect for satisfying a sweet craving without committing to a full dessert. They come in rotating flavors that typically include chocolate mousse, strawberry cheesecake, and lemon cream. At 200-350 calories and just $5.29, they’re the smart choice when you want something sweet after a heavy entree. They’re also ideal for kids or for sharing — order a few different flavors for the table to sample.
Join the Olive Garden eClub (free) and receive a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of an adult entree. This means you can try any dessert on this list for free on your first visit with the coupon. The eClub also sends a special birthday treat and periodic deals. Combined with the Darden Rewards program, you can save significantly on every visit.
All desserts are available at every Olive Garden location for dine-in and takeout. Find your nearest location using our map tool. For the full menu including appetizers, entrees, and soups, check our complete 2026 price list.