About once a year, I inevitably eat at the Olive Garden.  It's never good, and I say I'll never go back.  Then somehow, that thought slips my mind, and because of its convenient location (or in this case, having an old gift certificate), I return.\n\nItems I would not recommend:\n- Eggplant Parmesan (oily and you can tell it used to be frozen)\n- Shrimp Primavera (undercooked shrimp and chewy pasta)\n\nSalad's actually pretty tasty, and the middle of the breadsticks good (but ends are hard).\n\nConsidering that they charge you $14-18 per entree and the place was crowded at 8:30 on a Tuesday night, they must be raking in the dough, which is pretty sad.  Next time you're craving Italian, try a delicious locally owned establishment with some character, like Michelina's - I know I will!