I think most folks go to “brand name” places because they get a consistent product, even if it is mediocre.
But yeah, a true Italian restaurant is way better.
Olive Garden is one of the worst chains out there….
I had just soup and salad last time I was there and was sick as a dog 40 minutes later…
Anyone who has ever had anything remotely close to real Italian food, can’t consider anything at the Olive Garden palatable
ever had scungili salad? OMG malte bene!