What should I order at Carrabba's Italian Grill?
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Pork Chops
Wood fire grilled to a perfectly tender medium, served with creamy mushroom risotto, penne pasta, and vegetable minestrone. Praised for excellent quality and great value.
Steak and Shrimp Pasta
Steak cooked medium rare perfectly with melt-in-your-mouth texture and perfectly seasoned. Highly impressive and recommended.
Italian Trio (lasagna, chicken parmesan, fettucine alfredo)
Loved for offering a variety of classic Italian dishes in one meal, with delicious preparation that leaves customers wanting more.
Trio Combination Appetizer
Highly praised as a great starter option, enjoyed by guests for its variety and taste.
Cheesecake
Described as 'to DIE for' and better than Cheesecake Factory by far, making it a standout dessert choice.
Steak Filet (9oz)
Cooked medium rare and seasoned to perfection, highly recommended by diners.
Minestrone Soup
Mentioned as delicious and a satisfying starter, paired well with bread and signature olive oil.
Shrimp Linguini
Cooked well with a spicy sauce that was really good, making it a favorite among seafood pasta lovers.
Ravioli
Spot on and really good, appreciated for its quality and taste.
Calamari Appetizer
Lightly breaded with tasty marinara sauce, a popular appetizer choice.
Steak Toscana
Praised for the perfect blend of seasoning in the garlic cream sauce, making it one of the best pasta dishes featuring steak and shrimp.
Chocolate Creme Brulee
Highly praised dessert suggested to be added to the menu full time due to its amazing taste.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Carrabba's Italian Grill
Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Braille menu
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Carrabba's Italian Grill known for?
It is especially known for chicken parmesan, chicken marsala, and minestrone soup, with happy hour also coming up often in reviews. Guests also mention the bread with olive oil dipping, which makes the meal feel complete and is part of why many say the food and value stand out.
What dishes are most recommended at Carrabba's Italian Grill?
Reviewers most often highlight chicken parmesan, chicken marsala, minestrone soup, eggplant parmesan, and garlic mashed potatoes. Other specific favorites include the pork chops with creamy mushroom risotto and penne, crab cakes, and the trio appetizer, with several people saying the portions are generous.
What is the atmosphere like at Carrabba's Italian Grill?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with a bar onsite and a setting that works well for groups, families, and solo diners. Reviews also mention a lively but not noisy dining room, plus wine dinners and tasting events that suit both date nights and larger gatherings.
Is Carrabba's Italian Grill good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is $20 to $30, and several reviews say the portions are generous enough to leave leftovers. Guests specifically call out meals like the wood-fire-grilled pork chops with risotto and minestrone as a strong value for the price.
What should I know about wait times and service at Carrabba's Italian Grill?
The restaurant is marked as usually having a wait, especially during busy dinners and wine events, but reviews still describe the service as fast and attentive. People also note quick takeout handoff, accommodating staff, and well-run wine dinners even when the house is full.
Is parking available at Carrabba's Italian Grill?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Carrabba's Italian Grill have vegetarian options?
Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill offers vegetarian options.
Is Carrabba's Italian Grill kid-friendly?
Yes, Carrabba's Italian Grill is good for kids.
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