Olive Garden Italian - Downers Grove

Although I was a bit unsure due to some negative reviews, I'm really glad we decided to try the new restaurant. Our server, Rita, was exceptional; we never had to search for assistance...

I typically celebrate my birthday at this restaurant, and I returned again this year. However, I can assure you that next time I'll opt for Maggiano's or a similar venue. The overall experience...

You can never go wrong with Olive Garden and their endless soup, salad, and breadsticks. I always leave with a full belly, and that's my favorite part!

I'm not sure if it was just me, but the lobby and nearby areas had a strong odor that reminded me of a dirty bathroom. It felt like they might be using the same mop for the lobby floors as they do for the bathrooms—yikes! I really wish they would stop that! The server was great, but they didn't honor the lunch special that was advertised online at their location. I was feeling quite uncomfortable and thought I should sit down. I noticed it was just two dollars more than expected, but I didn't want to cause a big scene. The food was good, but the smell really made me question how clean everything else was.

We take a vacation about twice a month, and they always do a fantastic job. The staff is super polite, and we never have to wait long! I also go in occasionally, and the employees are always very friendly.