Olive Garden's Revamped Menu Falls Flat. In a bid to revamp its reputation in 2016, Olive Garden unveiled a series of new Italian-inspired dishes in a bid to shake off its reputation for over-the-top portions and lackluster cuisine. However, it appears that one of these attempts at a menu makeover has already bitten the dust, leaving foodies and fans of the casual dining chain wondering what went wrong. With the rise of trendy Italian restaurants and a growing demand for authentic, high-quality Italian cuisine, Olive Garden's efforts may have come too little, too late. Will this setback be a major blow to the chain's efforts to stay relevant in the culinary world?
Olive Garden tried to revamp its reputation in 2016 with the release of a few new Italian-inspired dishes. This one didn't stick around for long.
