The Olive Garden in Times Square distinguishes itself with its second-floor location, offering expansive views of the iconic square. True to the brand, the breadsticks, soup and salad are the highlights of the meal and remain staples of the Olive Garden experience. The pasta dishes, however, are average when compared with the offerings of other Italian establishments. Overall, Olive Garden serves as a reliable choice for those seeking the comfort of familiar Italian-American cuisine while in the United States.

This was suggested by my daughter on her research on Google. We were disappointed at all. The service is outstanding, and the server named Abby was extremely friendly and help us with great options. We tried few different types of pasta along with salad and soup. The food was super tasty. We all were very happy and satisfied. Must visit place for Italian delicacies.

Kevin Clark

Took my Family to celebrate our Daughter's 17th Birthday (1/31/26) and from the time we called to let them know we were running late for our 5 O’Clock reservation until the end of the dinner, the experience was top tier!!! Very accommodating, professional and flexible. We arrived (30 mins late) and immediately we were seated. Our server Alex, was AMAZING!!! Attentive, informative, friendly and engaging…Food was very good and being the BDay girl is picky and she approved , I knew we had a winner!!! Highly recommended!!!

Heather Grant

Atmosphere was lovely. The hosts and server Haley were very welcoming, and professional. Great atmosphere, we didnt venture to the 2nd fl, but dining area and bar are spacious. The loaded Moi Moi was spicy and delicious, we had Lagos fried rice, curry goat, snapper, all of which were huge portions, we each had left overs. OMG the lychee martinis are to die for. Overall experience 5 out of 5.

Sonya Oefelein

Food is delicious. I didn’t have a reservation so had to sit at the bar. Service was not great, but I would still recommend because the food is so good. Doubles as a lounge so it’s loud and not really family friendly. 5 stars on the food and drinks though!

Black Beauty

was my first time going to Lagos, I had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was very flavorful and delicious, definitely cooked with love. The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. I had the jollof rice with slow cooked chicken as main course and macaroni and cheese with crabmeat. GREAT 🍸 also...On top of that, the service was excellent, the staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. I would definitely recommend this place and would be happy to come back again. Great location, in time square, close to the train station. Its best to make reservation.

+12

Felecia Derry

Absolutely loved this place! The music, the food, decor and ambiance was top tier! We got the goat (I forgot the name), calamari, salmon pasta & snapper everything was DELICIOUS. We will definitely be coming back!

+1

Michael Bushrod

This place was amazing from the drinks to the food. We started out with them lemon pepper wings ( all ima say is lord) didn’t even eat dinner yet and was ready to order some extra to go. The drink the chairman was amazing with flavor and they were not stingy with liquor inside. I had the Jullof rice with lamb can’t go wrong with this meal although some of the meat had a lot of bone and fat that made it hard to have table manners and eat at the restaurant lol. Overall was a good experience and me and the wife definitely going back

Valyncia Graham

Came here on a whim after the restaurant we were supposed to go to was closed. We ate so glad it was. This restaurant did not disappoint! The service was stellar, the food was DELICIOUS, and they provided individually wrapped floss picks (because they know that goat stew gets good and stuck in your teeth)!!! I even told our waiter the bathroom could use a tidying up and the staff immediately cleaned the restroom. Lagos was an experience. Next time I am in the city I will definitely be back. Pictured: Mango and Strawberry Mimosas, Suya Beef, Red Pepper Snails, Pepper Soup (goat), Nigerian Breakfast, Chicken and Jollof Rice, Goat Stew, Plantains.

+1

Rebel Mazda

Vibes vibes vibes! And more vibes! We made reservations but, they were so busy - they forgot us at the bar. Ended up spending our time at the bar which was still amazing. The bar tenders kept us entertained while also providing great recommendations for food and drink. The food was very well portioned for the price and everything was veryy tasty

+3

Syp Slays

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars** I celebrated my birthday at *Lagos Restaurant* in NYC and had the most unforgettable experience! From the moment I arrived, the vibe was perfect the music, the energy, and the live DJ set the tone for a truly special night. A huge thank you to **Sophia**, the amazing host, who went above and beyond to accommodate my group and made sure everything was seamless from start to finish. She was warm, welcoming, and so thoughtful she truly made me feel celebrated on my special day. Our waitress, **Alex**, was phenomenal. She was incredibly attentive, kind, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever having to ask twice. Her service made all the difference and allowed us to fully enjoy the night. And I can't forget **Rodney**, the bouncer, who made sure we felt safe and taken care of. He was professional and respectful, and his presence was reassuring especially when managing the crowd. The food was *exceptionally good* flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. Every bite was a hit with my guests. Thank you again to the entire team at Lagos for making my birthday night so special. I’ll definitely be back soon! 💫

Devon Grogans

Blown away by this place - from the food to the service and the atmosphere they nailed it all. I was visiting for a graduation and birthday. First THE FOOD: we did the brunch and I had chicken and waffles which were done perfectly. My wife had cheesy shrimp and grist that were thick well seasoned and very flavorful they had bottomless mimosas for $33 dollars so most of the party jumped on that. All of the food looked amazing and was not only present / plated well but tasted just as good as it looked. The staff was very friendly and accommodating to help with the two grandmothers that were with us. This place is a MUST. Next time your looking for a good brunch, lunch or any spot to eat

+1

Viannelly is the sweetest! We had the snails and jollof and everything was so tasty. Will def come again!

Angel the bartender is THE BEST! If you go be sure you only see him!!! His drinks are great, his service is excellent, and his personality too tier! If I ever come back it'll only be to see him!

Angel the bartender is THE BEST! If you go be sure you only see him!!! His drinks are great, his service is excellent, and his personality too tier! If I ever come back it'll only be to see him!

Stepped into Lagos on a whim and a time was had. Please make sure you make reservations as we had none but the bar was fine with us. It was the Saturday before Christmas and the city was a mad hous…

I'm went to Lagos TSQ on a recommendation from a friend and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. The restaurant was beautiful, the music was good, and the food was great. I sat at the bar and ordered a d…

I'm went to Lagos TSQ on a recommendation from a friend and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. The restaurant was beautiful, the music was good, and the food was great. I sat at the bar and ordered a d…

The food, music, and drinks during brunch are fab! Perfect location too if you're doing something else in that part of the city. Great vibes.

Our party had the red stew with chicken, jollof rice with chicken, and esckovitch. All delicious. Convenient location right in the times sq area. Make sure you book your reservation in advance!

Our party had the red stew with chicken, jollof rice with chicken, and esckovitch. All delicious. Convenient location right in the times sq area. Make sure you book your reservation in advance!

Our party had the red stew with chicken, jollof rice with chicken, and esckovitch. All delicious. Convenient location right in the times sq area. Make sure you book your reservation in advance!

Our party had the red stew with chicken, jollof rice with chicken, and esckovitch. All delicious. Convenient location right in the times sq area. Make sure you book your reservation in advance!

The food and drinks were delicious!! The service was good. I would definitely go back. The only thing for me is the music was too LOUD but we had a great time.

The food and drinks were delicious!! The service was good. I would definitely go back. The only thing for me is the music was too LOUD but we had a great time.

The food and drinks were delicious!! The service was good. I would definitely go back. The only thing for me is the music was too LOUD but we had a great time.

The food and drinks were delicious!! The service was good. I would definitely go back. The only thing for me is the music was too LOUD but we had a great time.

The location is right in the middle of Times Square. Easy walk! The atmosphere is vibrant and energetic…..We went during Happy Hour which starts at NOON and the Coconut margarita was the BEST that …

It’s a nice place to have dinner. For a reasonable amount of money you get a big portion of food. Main dishes include an appetizer so you won’t leave hungry. As everyone is saying the bread is addictive.

Michaela

Nice atmosphere and the staff are polite and attentive. The food was delicious and filling, well presented, however it is a bit pricey but expected due to the location in Times Square.

+1

Stinson Parks III

Nice location right in the heart of Times Square with authentic Nigerian cuisine including jollof rice, asun and suya as well as lively Afrobeats music and club energy. Come for the music, happy hour, crowd and taste of Africa. Warning: the food is SPICY and not for the faint of heart. If you can handle the heat and the party atmosphere you’ll enjoy.

Msy Doesir

I had the opportunity to visit Lagos, and I must say I love the space, and the waiter was friendly. However, most of the food and sauce I ordered were quite salty. Everyone I went there with had the same concern. It would have been better if the food had less salt, and anyone who wants more salt can easily add it. I tend not to order snails at restaurants, as they are cooked too soft and in small sizes. I was right, I love my snail in bigger size and crunchy and the salty sauce made it worst. Nevertheless, I loved the creativity in naming the drink. The side chick drink concept was fitting and they hit it right with the moimoi. I will definitely try again hoping they read this and reduce the salt for people like me on a cardiac diet 😊😊

+6

Took my new boss out to Lagos for dinner and it didnt disappoint. We were seated right away, which i love. The place was busy but not crammed. The waitress was immediately available to give us menus …

Stopped here while in New York for the weekend, aesthetically , it was pleasing to the eye . There was an upstairs and a downstairs . We sat upstairs. There was a woman nicely dressed in stilts danci…

A vibe and they allowed us to order happy hour at the very last minute on the other hand our server was a little odd. The food was so delicious 10/10 pricey but that's New York for you! :)

A vibe and they allowed us to order happy hour at the very last minute on the other hand our server was a little odd. The food was so delicious 10/10 pricey but that's New York for you! :)

My husband was disappointed with the red snapper. He expected it to be a filet. Otherwise, the food, service and drinks were good.

Before heading back to NJ I wanted try brunch at Lagos restaurant and lounge. I arrived around 12:15pm and it was not busy yet because they just opened at 12:00pm. The Decor is chic. There are two …

Lagos' selling point is the hospitality. I made a 6 PM reservation and had to wait until 6:30 to be seated because they said the "upstairs was not ready", which is about the only gripe I have with …

This place is amazing,the vibes,the music,the vibes,the bartender was great,I had the calamari and burger sliders which was great and the margaritas was great and I caught the happy hour I will be …

Last visited July 20, 2023. Hanging out in New York City on business and I've already been to Lagos several times. It's time to give them the official review that they deserve, so here it is! Atmosp…

We initially had a fantastic experience a few weeks ago, thanks to a great waiter, which is why we decided to return. However, today was a complete disappointment. From the start, we were told we c…

This restaurant came highly recommended. The ambiance, service and food were great. We look forward to returning and trying new dishes.

Our first time here, waitress was nice l, so was the host and manager who greeted us a few times. The food was really good, i got suya and jollof rice and my husband res snapper. The music i love a…

First and last time at Olive Garden. The food was pretty good, but the service needs serious work. When we arrived up the escalator we didn’t immediately realise the hostess desk was a sharp left and left again, and the attitude of this particular staff member appeared to be annoyance based on her facial expression, rather than understanding of the confusion. This set the tone for the entire meal. Our waiter was friendly but not attentive, he delivered our starters but we had no cutlery, and it took five minutes to get anyone’s attention to resolve the matter. It could have been solved quicker if staff were not continuously on their phones or chatting to each other. One staff member was on their phone 50 minutes out of the hour, they were in my line of sight and it was hard to ignore the unprofessionalism. Then, when our food did arrive, one of the orders was incorrect, but it was resolved quickly. Finally, when our bill came, I was asked directly what % tip I would be giving, when I said 20%, the particular staff member rolled his eyes, as I assume he wanted more. This place needs a serious management and staff overhaul, it should be the flagship store and be setting that standard. Service charge should be for good service, not whatever this was.

coming from europe you will find out that everything here tastes bland. keeping that in mind we order fettuccine alfredo with chicken, we paid 27$ for that plate portion wise it was ok, it was full of chicken and butter so its not something amazing....the service was amazing it was the only place we left a tip. the restaurant is next to times square so its really easy to get there....for sure you have to try it once...the breadsticks were ok and since they are free its a good thing to have

First time at Olive Garden. Got the unlimited pasta deal w/ my friends for the memes. Felt so sick after bc I ate so much - couldn’t eat any pasta for a month after 😭 False fire alarm went off while we were here LMAO - Never ending pasta bowl ($19.99): 5/10, could only eat 2 bowls of pasta + 1 bowl of soup. Tomato sauces >>> cheese sauces. The bread sticks are fire. Everything was too salty LOL, esp the meats

Olive Garden used to be one of my favorite restaurants—great food, great ambiance—but it’s definitely going downhill, or maybe it was just this specific location (Downtown Manhattan). The place is huge, clearly designed to handle large crowds since it’s in the heart of a major tourist area. Although the restaurant was full, we were seated immediately, which was impressive. We ordered the shrimp fettuccine Alfredo, which was surprisingly bland—no flavor, not even salt. The lasagna tasted like a store-bought frozen meal: dry on the inside and drowned in a thick sauce that didn’t complement it well. The main course came with a large shared salad and some breadsticks, both at no extra cost. When we asked for olive oil and butter, the staff brought them right away, again free of charge—which was appreciated. I also ordered a beer and a margarita; my friend found the margarita overly sweet and hard to enjoy. The highlight of the visit was definitely the service. Our waiter Anthony was outstanding—friendly, knowledgeable, and very attentive. All the other staff were pleasant and professional too. ⸻ Overall: Great service, but unfortunately, the food didn’t meet expectations. Hoping it was just an off day for this location.

Jane

It was okay. I won't be in a hurry to go back. I had goat pepper soup which was slightly overboard with the spiciness. I've had pepper soup multiple times so I know it's supposed to be spicy, but this was a tad bit too much. My stomach hurt all day afterwards. The jollof was okay, not the best I've had but not the worst either. I got peri peri chicken which was well seasoned but overcooked and dry especially the white meat. The plantains were dry as well - disappointing. The vegetable medley was the only thing on my plate that was a 10/10. The vibes here are great - the music selection is really good. It'd be a good place for hanging out and having a few drinks and a snack. I wouldn't come back here for dinner.

AyoTomiwa Akanji

Had a great time at Lagos TSQ. Food: I’d heard great reviews and was happy to finally try it. The food didn’t come out quickly though — we waited about 40 minutes. I ordered Nigerian stew with a side of rice and fish as the protein. The stew tasted legit, but the rice wasn’t what Nigerians would typically use (jasmine), which threw me off a bit. I was pleasantly surprised that it came with two large pieces of fish. Overall, I’d say the price point was fair. Service: The place was packed. I went with my siblings on New Year’s Day around 5pm, and despite the full house, Hailey really tried her best. Atmosphere: We were seated on the top floor, which felt more geared toward upbeat partying than quiet dining. The music was loud, but still great. Shoutout to the DJ.

Shalom Nasua

Update from 12/30: I truly love this restaurant, which makes this experience even more disappointing. I’m a loyal, returning customer, but the way I was treated on the 30th was unacceptable. I ordered two plates of white rice with red stew and turkey, as well as jollof rice. Instead, I received plain white rice with no stew and curry fried rice. When I called to report the issue, I was placed on hold for over 30 minutes. Eventually, I was told I had to request a refund through Uber Eats. Unfortunately, Uber Eats did not issue a full refund, so I essentially wasted $140 that day. The only thing I could eat was the turkey, and even that was disappointing—it was overly large and poorly seasoned. If jollof rice was unavailable, I should have been called instead of having my order substituted without my consent. And I truly don’t understand how white rice can be sent without stew. What made the situation worse was the lack of remorse from the staff. Someone took my phone number on Tuesday and promised a call back, but it’s now almost Friday and I still haven’t heard from anyone.This experience was extremely disappointing. I’m in NYC for work and I order from this restaurant at least twice a week—never once had a complaint. The food is consistently delicious, the portions are generous, and the quality never misses. My go-to meal is the rice and stew with peppered turkey, hands down the best thing on the menu. Today I finally dined in person and loved every moment of it. The DJ was a vibe, and the fried yam and snail are officially my new favorites. I truly love this place, and y’all definitely will be seeing a lot more of me while I’m still in town!

Tee N

For African food it was okay. The Jollof rice had a slight burn taste and was dry. I have had better and more flavorful especially in actual Lagos, Nigeria. I believe they can work on the flavors to be more authentic and spice level. Also they did not allow any substitutions so just bought the extra side and let the food I did not want go to waste. I guess they do this to make more money. The first waitress was horrible. She did not really care and never came back after taking our order or to check on us. Second waitress Michelle was AMAZING and made the experience great. I don’t think she was assigned to our table but when I flagged her down for a refill she constantly took care of us. She was Very attentive asked what we needed etc etc. If it wasn’t for her I would have asked to see the manager. The location was great and chill vibes. Great to hang out for drinks and meet up with friends but the food is not a true representation of what you would get in Lagos.

Sara Colón

I attended Lagos to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday. My daughter (a Gen Z) recommended this place. Prior to my reservation I looked at their website. The pictures seemed very romantic. Their dress codes read formal attire, which I found inviting. Upon arriving, I immediately noticed the dress code was not enforced. We had a 7pm reservation, we were seated quite quickly. Our waitress was extremely kind, very attentive, engaging and polite. The service overall was the same. I as not expecting TVs. all over the dining area. The food was okay. The truffle fries were delicious as was the one night stand cocktail and the rice that comes with the jerk chicken. I had the Mac and cheese with crab but wasn’t impressed. It was too fish tasting more fish pasta. Over all it was an experience, my boyfriend enjoyed himself and we had a nice night. I would try other restaurants before going back to Lagos.

+1

Synopsis: Good music, fun vibes, Suya was decent, drinks were alright. Overall, not a dinner spot, more of a turn up spot personally. \n\nMy experience wasn't bad, but it definitely could've been b…

Synopsis: Good music, fun vibes, Suya was decent, drinks were alright. Overall, not a dinner spot, more of a turn up spot personally. \n\nMy experience wasn't bad, but it definitely could've been b…

This restaurant was selected to celebrate my friend's recent engagement, and the 3 of us were really excited about the occasion. We arrived late to our 2:30PM reservation and still had the opportun…

My girls took me here for a birthday brunch on February 8, 2025. The hostess and bar tender were very friendly as I waited for the rest of my party to arrive. We were seated in a comfortable boo…

This is my first time having Olive Garden. I did watch a lot of videos and stuff. I was very excited for the unlimited noodle? $13.99 in some states. $15.99 in others but it's $19.99 here fiy I didn't get any soups? Even though there is suppose to be "Unlimited Soups + salad + breadstick" Me and my group of 3 people got about 10 bread sticks. No Soups, 1 drink refill after tracking down the waiter $5 for drinks btw It seems like the waiter just doesn't care. Well he did Care when it was time to tip. LMAO But the unlimited Pasta Is $19.99 + $7 if you want meat. I manage to eat 6.5 bowls and I couldn't take the Rest To Go Anyways this is my first experience and I am pretty upset I spent $120 with my friends for this crappy experience

Kare Baby

My friend and I went for dinner. I ordered the margarita, fish tacos and roasted snapper for entreè. Lets just say after eating went home and stomach was rumbling and the bathroom was calling. When i sat to eat at the restaurant i felt like my fish was a bit off but thought its just the preparation that was different. But after my fiasco with the bathroom the fish was spoiled, it was not flaky at all and the smell was not up to par either. The atmosphere and scenery was really nice but woulf not go to eat. Only because it wasnt just the fish that caused the issue; my friend ordered the chicken with jollof rice even that took her to the throne. Just be cautious on what you eat at Lagos.

The food was terrible. service even worse. The only thing they have going is the music and lounge vibes.

The food was terrible. Service even worse. The only thing they have going is the music and lounge vibes.

The food was terrible. Service even worse. The only thing they have going is the music and lounge vibes.

The protocol of giving "Credit"!! I had a brunch for 30 people this past mother's day for my mom who's health was rapidly deteriorating. 4 people didn't show up from the 30 and was told I could get…

Do not go unless you wanna be ripped off. This place is a total scam. We went in for happy hour ordered two well vodka and sodas and were charged $24 each. The tacos weren't bad at $10. But was cha…

This place is horrible would not recommend. Horrible service and horrible customer service. Me and my friends did not have a reservation and neither did the 2 couple that came after us and they was a…

This place is horrible would not recommend. Horrible service and horrible customer service. Me and my friends did not have a reservation and neither did the 2 couple that came after us and they was…

This place is horrible would not recommend. Horrible service and horrible customer service. Me and my friends did not have a reservation and neither did the 2 couple that came after us and they w…

$50 for 2x single vodkas and lemonade which is definitely over priced considering it didn’t taste nice at all. Over rated and wouldn’t advise. music wasn’t very good.

This was not a good place for a meal--or drinks--or service. The "happy hour" they advertised with $10 drinks turned out be $17 drinks, unless you ordered VERY specific drinks--and you don'…

So we had a reservation for 7 people at 7pm. Half of our group walked in first and the rest were 10 mins away. Once the last people came we let the front person know and she acknowledged. Half an …

I have no words to describe this dinner, is this the real American dining experience? Food was bland, service was super fast. Huge portions and never ending drink, sauce, salad and breadsticks refills. We came here for the turist experience and I guess that’s exactly what we got, even had hair on my food.

I don’t know where to start. About the food. As you can see this lasagna was overflowing with cheese, basically all I tasted and meat sauce was too runny. Then, the server started acting like a psycho because he didn’t receive a large enough tip (the service took long and no one seemed that friendly, I do not understand this American tip-begging anyway). He saw the tip, laughed and started commenting things about me while walking away. As we were leaving, he loudly complained to his colleague right behind my back so I could hear it. I confronted him asking why he feels entitled to my money, and he starter being passive aggressive saying “I wasn’t rude to you, was I??” Ridiculous behavior.

Seyi Igbasanmi

I received a wrong order after waiting almost an hour for the food. I ordered Suya and Sharwama but ended up receiving some Pasta I don’t even eat. Called the office and I’m asked to provide my receipt, saying my credit card info enough proof of purchase. Then I’m told I would be given Suya for free on my next visit. First off, there would never be a next visit, second how is it free when I paid for it. Anyways if you ever choose to buy from them, check good, keep receipts and do every other work the incompetent servers are unable to.