Olive Garden always has a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can relax and dine with family. The waitresses and waiters are always respectful and attentive to your needs as a customer. On my many occasions at Olive Garden, the service I receive is always exceptional. I have a toddler and my servers have always been very patient. The decorations of the restaurant are relaxing and very welcoming and its appearance is very warm. Maggiano's has comparable style but lacks great service. Maggiano's reviews are very low on the customer service spectrum. Complaints range from not receiving the correct orders to not seeing their servers at all. Opposing views claim that Maggiano's is the more prestigious restaurant because it has a more formal and rich atmosphere. You can't deny that Maggiano's would be great for a first date or a couples outing, but when it comes to a simple family outing, Olive Garden is the best option. Olive Garden is more relaxed with a child-friendly environment. In a situation where a family of 4 is going out to dinner, going to a restaurant like Olive Garden will allow parents to stay comfortable with their noisy children, especially younger ones and will make for a more affordable family.