Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 274 Harbison Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29212

"I really wanted their soup. I arrived and was promptly seated. The service was impeccable. The best service I've had in any restaurant in quite some time. I ended up getting a spaghetti meal as it came with the soup I wanted and just took the leftover spaghetti to for lunch the next day at work. The soup was fantastic and the spaghetti was good. Of course the breadsticks didn't disappoint. I can't say enough how attentive and friendly my server was even with the restaurant being quite busy."

"Visited on Saturday, December 30th, to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday. Checked in using the app, which estimated a 45-minute wait and assigned us the 12th spot in line. Despite the lobby being full and new arrivals being advised of a 1 hour and 45-minute wait, we were seated close to the app's timeframe. Our server, Addy, did a decent job, but there was room for improvement in attentiveness, particularly with drink refills. Though friendly, her service lacked the warmth one might expect for a substantial tip (still provided 25%). The delayed clearing of nearby tables was a notable concern, leading to increased wait times for other parties. The restaurant's overall condition could benefit from updates, but with simple housekeeping improvements, it could recapture the charm of the original Olive Garden. While the food was excellent, the overall experience didn't entirely justify the $25 per person cost."

"When you want a staple every once in a while, Olive Garden usually seems like a good choice. This location was no exception. The unlimited soup, salad, and breadsticks were on-point and the service was impeccable. People with strong opinions about chain restaurants probably won’t ever think they’re good enough but this visit at this restaurant, for whatever reason, just hit different. Visits like these are what makes most people come back again and again. Highly recommend this spot if you’re visiting friends or family and want a crowd favorite."

"It's been a while since we've visited, it was a great experience. Our server Paige did a fabulous job and the food was tasty, just as I remembered. The salad and breadsticks were plentiful as always and the Alfredo sauce was delicious. You gotta go check them out."

"I had a training to attend on this side of town and decided to eat at this location alone. The waitress was nice and courteous. She brought the salad out. It was very good , filled with flavor and taste. I love the dressing that was placed on it. I then ordered as a appetizer some mozzarella sticks. They were very good along with the marinara sauce. I then ordered as my entree the chicken Alfredo add broccoli. It was delicious and seasoned thoroughly, and fresh. The staff was nice and courteous. Every spoke. The waitress was very prompt. I enjoyed my visit. And i cannot wait to go back and try another dish."