I would be remiss if I didn't update my review. After this disappointing meal, and lack of response from Teresa, I did call again to simply try to get credit for the food I didn't get. This time I got a man (can't recall his name) who identified himself as a managing partner. I explained my issue and he immediately said he would credit the whole ticket. I told him that was not necessary - just credit for the missing meal would do. He insisted and then also sent me a gift card. So glad I attempted again. Faith restored - we will go to Carrabba's again!
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Barbara F.
Amazing food. The staff couldn't be more accommodating. They will any dish the way you want and if it's not right they will do it again. I also had a chance to try their Sangria out of this world blackberry or peach was my favorite. I'll b back again and again. Thank you .
(5)
Gurkaran B.
The experience I had today at Carrabas Italian Grill was worse than any other I had ever had here. First we placed our order online. We made a 20 kinute drive to the restaurant only to find out the carryout waitress had forgotten to write down our order! We then waites another 30 minutes while she tried to figure out what had happened instead of simply giving us our food so we could be on our way. Worst. Experience. Ever
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Kevin A.
Service was TERRIBLE! The waitress' name was Jessica and she ignored our table after dropping off the food. She had NO manners. Other waitresses picked up the slack, but still not good enough. Waitress looked like it was miserable to work here.
(1)
Elliot J.
Why say a bunch of stuff we simply love this place is a real Italian delicious dinner it make look Olive Garden like a fast food. So yes we highly recommend this place and we can say wow to this Awesome place. Menu is great, servers are Awesome, Management is so much better than others places the manager went to our table and i was so polite with us that we score this place with A+ in all aspects.
(5)
Dave B.
Location Is NOT open for lunch as hours say on Yelp.. Monday to Friday they open at 4. Please fix your information.
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Todd S.
I go here three times a week. The service is airways excellent and the proprietor Serik really cares about his patrons. The food is good Italian, much better than u have found at the Olive Garden. The bartenders are all incredibly friendly and they have a fantastic happy hour.
(5)
Michelle J.
Horrible food. The pasta was mashed together and overly done. I never ate fettuccine so poorly done in my life. I ended up sending my food back because it was too old, salty, and gross. It was a waste of trip to there.
(1)
Erica N.
Delightful server Desiree answered our questions, kept the bread coming beverages full and recommended her favorites. I enjoyed a shrimp and scallop pasta, red sangria, and an Italian salad. No complaints. Loved every bite.
(4)
Jesus N.
Firs time here To be honest i wasn't expecting that much But it was really good They have a nice customer service And food its so delicious Definitive I'm coming back
(5)
Sarah V.
Gluten Free Review... We have been going to this Carrabba's for the last year or so. I am a celiac and after some research felt comfortable enough with the food handling practices to give it a go. I have never been ill after eating at this Carrabba's. The wait staff and management always make me feel comfortable with the how my food is prepared and handled. The one time an error was made with my steak (server entered it as well done not medium well) they not only fixed the problem quickly but they removed the meal from the check (I insisted they put it back and they wouldn't) and brought a free desert. I am glad this is a great gluten free option for us and they service is over the top great!
(5)
Bernice G.
Great service, food and bottled. Ask for the best waiter, Cody! He's knows he's menu to the T! We will be back and request you! The wine special was awesome! The shrimp and scallop alla vodka was to die for!
(5)
Stephanie M.
There really wasn't much excitement behind trying Carrabas, other than the fact we had a gift card. By the end of the night not only were my husband and I impressed but our toddlers as well. The service was excellent and the food was exceptional! The chicken marsala was by far our favorite! The chicken was tender, full of flavor with a perfect amount of melted cheese on top. My daughters had the spaghetti with meat balls which they finished. We ended our meal with the apple crostata, warm apple pie with ice cream. Sometimes this type of dessert is served look warm ruining the hot/cold concept. That was not the case last night, the apple pie was hot and the ice cream was perfect! Before we left the manager came over thanked us for our first visit and gave us a free appetizer for the next visit.
(5)
Brett C.
Meh...it's a chain. Went in with family on a Friday evening. Not busy. Good service, blah overpriced food. Quality food, just boring, with the exception of the flatbread appetizer. That was tasty. If you want good Italian classics, go to Bella Luna instead.
(3)
Rossi M.
So so good we loved everything about this place service was excellent and food was outstanding definitely way better then Olive Garden for sure!
(5)
Larry P.
Great service, and the food was excellent, I had pasta with shrimp and meat sauce and really enjoyed it. Everyone was friendly, and even more important, competent.
(4)
Lisa D.
We order takeout from here regularly. They have an easy to use online ordering system. As for the food we have enjoyed everything we have gotten here. I highly recommend the calamari. You will not be disappointed with what you order. Pickup is easy, just needing to park in the takeout spot and they will bring the food to you. The downside is that they always take longer than they say and we have to make sure to double check our order since they have forgotten items we have ordered on three occasions.
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Gerardo H.
I came here for valentine's and my anniversary and it was a great meal. I got an amazing appetizer, drink, dinner, and dessert for $60 and it was all really great. Other places of such elegance would have charged me way more. I will definitely go back again another time, it is worth it.
(5)
Jeff B.
Hadn't been to Carraba's in years and first time at this one. We called ahead and put ourselves on the wait list but when we arrived at 7:00 PM our table was ready. We were given water and menus right away and Cody greeted us soon after. Without apps, we a ordered our meals and drinks together. My wife ordered the Baked Salmon with garlic mashed pots and a glass of Chardonnay. Our daughter ordered the Sirloin with garlic mash plus champagne and her husband got the Chicken Trio, garlic mash and a glass of merlot. I ordered the Chicken Trio, but subbed one type of chicken (prosecco for Marsala) with garlic mash. Our salads and soup arrived quickly. The soup (lentil sausage) was excellent, as recommended by our server. The salads were fresh, crisp, cold and portioned right. The meals arrived about 10 mins later. My trio got mixed up: they left the Marsala on the plate and took out the Chicken Maria. Too bad. The Prosecco Chicken was the highlight, with crispy coating, juicy insides and flavorful profile. The Chicken Bryan is always a fave of mine too. Cody did an excellent job with our table, refilling half-empty glasses, apologizing for the mistake with the Marsala and generally keeping up a good conversation. I planned on mentioning him to the manager but it was very busy and folks were waiting for our table by the time we were done.
(4)
Sherin C.
I came in only because I receieved a gift card. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! Food was delish as was my sparkling wine. Server was nice. Overall a good experience.
(4)
Linda L.
For a chain restaurant.. This particular location is amazing! Both food and service. I always order the mussels as an appetizer and it's delicious and last night was the best we had! Yummo!! Also had their Sicilian soup, spaghetti, Alfredo's, and pork chop entrees. I love the pastas because it tastes like it's made fresh. Very light. Not like Olive Garden or Oreganos. Carrabas is a top pick for Italian family dinner nights. This place would be an awesome 5 stars if their house wines are on point but I'm also a wine snob so...
(4)
Theresa S.
What happened to The Carraba's I always raved about. Had dinner with my husband at the Venice Carraba's. The servings were small. The chicken was overly seasoned, salty and peppery. Two slices of a mushroom on a piece of chicken Marsala,the size of a deck of cards. A small side of pasta, half a cup. Very small salad. All for a whopping 16.29. The lasagna my husband had was mostly pasta and a small serving. I am not happy.
(2)
Nele V.
I'm actually here at the moment, and their food is so great I just had to yelp about it! Even as I ate their appetizers I was like "omg"...
(5)
Alicia R.
I had been wanting to try Carrabbas for a very long time and once I did I was rather dissappointed. Maybe my hopes were a little too high but the food was just okay and the service wasn't too great also. I have only been here once so I will have to give it another try and update my review once I do so.
(2)
Jade W.
Had a good meal at Carrabba's. Enjoyed the Sicilian Chicken Soup and spaghetti with meat sauce. Good Italian bread. Service was also good. No complaints, other than the price!
(4)
Tyler K.
Excellent service! I never would have been able to stop eating/drinking because there was always more placed in front of me. Delicious chicken Parmigiana, cooked wonderfully and lots of flavor. No complaints at all.
(5)
Debbie T.
A few weeks ago, we had come here after a long time. We decided to go again tonight, to see if the last time was a fluke, or they had really gotten that much better. Well, the answer was...they really have gotten better! Tonight our server was Joel, who was friendly, attentive and quick to refill our ice teas. For our appetizer, we got the zucchini fritte. It was scrumptious! The zucchini were cut in small strips, lightly breaded and seasoned, with an amazing garlic aioli dipping sauce. We ate them like fries, they were so good! Our caesar salads were actually much better. The last time, mine was underdressed and undercroutoned (if that isn't a word, it should be). This time, it tasted like it should, and the parmesan on top was really wonderful. My hubby got the same thing he ordered last time (combo of chicken parmesan and fried ravioli), but instead of garlic mashed as his side, he went with fettucini alfredo. He told me that it was even better than the last time he had it. I decided to go a little lighter and ordered the wood-grilled chicken. It was perfectly cooked, nicely seasoned and juicy. My side was sauteed green beans, which were really flavorful. I decided to add the 5th star this time, since they outdid themselves with everything.
(5)
Rebecca C.
If I could give them 0 stars, I would. We went here for my daughter's birthday. I ordered the chicken trio off of the gluten free menu with sauteed spinach as a side, my friend ordered the pollo Sorrento, my children ordered the spaghetti with meatball and cheese pizza. The chicken dishes were so salty, they could not be eaten. The spinach, which was said to be sauteed in olive oil and garlic was lightly wilted on top, completely soggy on the bottom and there was no garlic at all. When talking to the waitress, I tried to explain that a lot of chicken is injected with a 2% saline solution to aid in flavor, and you need to lessen the amount of salt added to it to keep it from getting too salty. She got the manager, and the manager misunderstood, thinking we were saying THEY injected the chicken with saline (read the package of the chicken you buy, a lot of commercial chicken is this way). My youngest barely touched her pizza, but my oldest (birthday girl) enjoyed her spaghetti. They enjoyed the birthday dessert. The manager and server were nice about everything, and it wasn't their fault the food was not good. They had a pretty good gluten free menu, and 2 options for dessert, which is more than a lot of places have.
My family and I frequent here often and are always please with the food and the service. Keep it up.
(5)
Robert L.
Always solid , NEVER disappoints us. I try something new all the time and I know they will deliver ! Try it , they won't let you down.
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Arnie G.
First time there today had the best waiter Joel they took care of everything app zucchini fritas awesome. Ceasar salad excellent my wife a personal chef had the lobster ravioli she said was the best she has tasted definitely going to be a regular now
(5)
Glenda E.
Mediocre...quite disappointing. We typically do get take out for dinner but it's a Friday night and I don't like the long waits for a table. I may reconsider and wait next time. Obviously by the lasagna photos it wasn't looking like a good start. One was actual lasagna the other was the remainder of the bottom of the pan. My husband said it was like mush. He let me have the "good" one. My daughter had the wood grilled chicken she said it was good. The dessert was chocolate dream but was a nightmare... It was hard and tasted stale. Which is odd because I thought they made them daily? We eat at Carrabbas four times a month at least and this was probably the most disappointing... I hope that this was not the norm for getting take out because it leaves a bad impression about the restaurant which I know is better than what I experienced tonight.
(2)
Roxanne I.
Kudos to Carrabbas for a real gluten free menu that wasn't filled with dairy ladden options. We use to be regulars till I was diagnosed with celiacs. There staff is knowledgeable about gluten and even delivered my salad by saying "we have a gluten free salad". Usually they show up with croutons. Thanks Carrabbas.
(5)
Desirea D.
We brought my step-daughter out here for her 17th birthday a few nights ago. It was fantastic. I am a little disappointed that they do not sing, but I understand the desire to keep the restaurant quiet for everyone else. :-) They did bring her a fantastic dessert, on the house, and our waitress was fantastic. I wish I remembered her name, but I was too distracted to pay much attention. The food was amazing, and my family that I dragged out who had never been to one before are now in love.
(5)
Geoffrey C.
We have not been here for a few years and the last time it was quite good...things have definitely changed! Overall the dining room was dirty, way too bright, just too many senior citizens (sorry)! Then came the food...small portions, very salty, very prepackaged feeling, not good! The server was overbearing and the overall value was poor.
(2)
Rebecca C.
We have been going here for several years now. They go above and beyond to make dishes no longer on the menu, and make every customer feel valued. I ordered my dish wrong and the owner insisted on remaking the dish even though it was my mistake. Always fresh ingredients and minestrone consistently divine! Definitely a regular for our family! Thank you Carrabas!
My husband and I were visiting the area and decided to stop in for a late lunch early dinner. The service was excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. I have diet restrictions and when I asked questions the waitress Mary happily asked the chef if certain items contained sugar. She was eager to assist me in choosing the right dish based off my food restrictions. The food was succulent and flavorful. I order the wood grilled chicken with red sauce made the way I needed to be done with no sugar and no cheese. My husband went off of the waitress recommendation and had the Mahi Wulfe. My husband said his fish was outstanding. During or visit we even met the owner he was polite and helpful as well. It is nice to go to a restaurant and get knowledgeable service. They did it right. Bravo!
I have been to Carrabba's several times and I really enjoy their food. I have had their chicken parmesan, shrimp dishes, attended there happy hours, etc. I often send gift cards to my sister in S. Carolina, as she loves them too. Their prices are reasonable and have never had a bad experience. Food and Staff are great! I will eat there again.
(4)
Roman S.
I travel to my condo in Phoenix usually once a month and every trip I always go to Carrabbas. The food is excellent as well as the service. The meatballs with Riccotta cheese are my favorite appetizer. Serving portions are very generous and I usually have enough leftovers to take home. Nothing better than a hugh bowl of Carrabbas pasta and a jug of wine to make a man happy. Try it out, you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Tom C.
I went into here thinking it was a Macaroni Grill or some other chintzy Italian chain. But I was actually surprised. I got the Tag Pic Pac which is pasta, basil, garlic, tomatoes, and I added chicken. Very fresh and delicious - again, I was surprised. It was a Friday night and pretty packed, and we got our food in a reasonable amount of time. My only beef was the service could have been a bit better. Got food before utensils and we had the hunt the guy down for the check. But food wise, pretty good.
(4)
Cindy O.
We live near this restaurant, so frequent it a lot. Each time we've been there, the service has been excellent! The mood is always friendly, upbeat, & if you have a b-day, the singing superb! Only one complaint - and it's a biggee - the food is always too salty! they need to cut back on the salt on their soups, entrees, everything!
(3)
Amy L.
I love this place from start of meal the the end of the meal. They have great salads but I always get the mamas scipy chicken. Chicken, small round noodles, carrots, celery, potatoes to help thicken it, spices to give it a little kick. So good. I then usually get the chicken trio with the garlic mashed potatoes. They cook this chicken on an open flame and gives it the great char taste (char not burnt) and it juicy. The garlic mashed potatoes are really yummy too. Not to much garlic, just right. Of coarse the dessert. Even if there is no room for it I always order it even if I take it home. The called the Sogno Di Chiocclate (chocolate Dream) I am dreaming about just telling you about it. It is for the chocolate lover. It is fudge brownie that has kahlua brushed on it, chocolate mousse, whipped cream and a home made chocolate sauce (that is to die for) all put together. It is the perfect bite.
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Pk G.
We have eaten here about a dozen times in the last two years. The service is always good and the quality of the food is good for the price. We usually split the Sirloin Marsala and order a extra salad. That is enough for both of us after we have bread with it. The atmosphere is nice and it is always clean. We take our four teenage girls and they always want to sit at the bar seats near the pizza oven. I have found that sometimes we are treated to "samples" when we sit there. Always a good experience!!
(4)
Jason K.
If you are looking for a place where the service matches the food, look no further. This family style Americanized-Italian restaurant was beyond comparison. The staff is very friendly and if you have children, they will well entertained while stuffing their faces with amazing food. From the freshly baked bread to the main coarse, every bite was like a new adventure for my taste buds. They have a wide variety of food but I highly recommend the pasta dishes. Your mouth will thank you the moment you take your first bite.
(5)
Panama R.
Flavor yo. This place actually uses fresh herbs and spices and food tastes like it. Most places food is bland. This place you taste the garlic you tast the pepper. I honestly think the best thing they do/have is the bread and olive oil wtih herbs and seasonings they bring out. Serious stuff. Lasagna is pretty good too. Here is a tip. Do not order brushetta. way overpriced, toast usually a little too crispy (burned) and the bread and herbed olive oil is better, free and unlimited.
(4)
Jeffrey M.
Great family dinner with fantastic service. Had the Sirloin Masala. Would highly recommend!
(5)
Karen S.
We arrived at Carrabbas early on a Saturday (around 5:00 p.m.) the restaurant was only 1/2 full we proceeded to the hostess desk and she told us it would be a little bit before we were seated. My husband asked why so long when they are only 1/2 full and he was told that it was because they didn't have the servers, why not seat us, explain that to us and get us a drink? That would make you feel like a valued customer. Our server came over and took our drink order, my husband ordered his usual, spaghetti and meatballs, I ordered from the tasting menu, bruschetta for an appetizer, salad and parmasean crusted chicken. my appetizer should come out first, and we waited, and waited, and waited, finally the server came over and told us it had been given to another table, so they had to make it again, so we waited, and waited, and waited 1/2 hour to get my appetizer which basically is toast with a tomato topping on it which is actually served on the side. once I finished my app, it was time for our soup/salad course, and we waited and waited, so it finally came. Then about 1/2 hour later we were brought our main dish. The size of my husbands spaghetti was about 1/2 the size it used be. Mine came with a sauce on the side which I tasted and it was cold, I asked the server if it was suppose to be cold and she said she didn't know. I responded by saying I can't imagine they would give you cold sauce to put on a hot dish. She said she could bring me another one, so I waited and waited and waited she came back and said the manager was going to bring it so I waited and waited and finally the server brought it. once we finished we asked for the check and you guessed it, we waited and waited and waited. She finally brought the check and not only had I been charged for the tasting menu dinner she also charged me for the appetizer that comes with it. I waited for her to come back and told her, she took it back to change it when she brought it back I told her to wait for my payment because I didn't want to be there all night. We finally left 2 1/2 hours later.
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Tim M.
This location is the closest to my house and I've eaten here many times. The service is always great as is the food. Their minestrone soup is amazing and I never fail to order it. I've never even tasted one of their salads. Have also had the manager come to the table and chat on occasion as well as give us a complimentary copy of one of their cook books. I love non-chain restaurants but Carrabbas is one of the exceptions. I can't imagine ever getting tired of their food.
(5)
James A.
Great food above average prices but will return.
(4)
Chris W.
Wow, we kinda forgot about Carrabbas for a while and what a pleasant experience and I really enjoyed my dinner! I had one of their specials Prosciutto wrapped Pork Tenderloin medalians. This is grilled and seasoned with a "port sauce" and I got to tell you, very tasty! Everyone at our table had something different and all seemed to really enjoy their dishes as well. The attmosphere is nice, not too loud, well lit, but not overly bright, their is a slight wood smoke smell (from their oven/grill which is a nice touch. We will certainly be back.
(4)
Luke B.
I have never had a bad meal here. The food is always top notch, with the staff always going above and beyound.
(5)
Paul L.
Typical chain Italian food. Not bad but not great.
(3)
Mike H.
I went here recently while in the area on business and since I was alone, I pulled up a seat at the bar. I decided to start off with a salad and ordered my entree at the same time. I noticed the place was reasonably busy and expected my order to take a bit of time, but after twenty minutes went by after finishing my salad and no entree, I started to wonder if they'd forgotten my order. Just as I was getting ready to inquire, a gentleman approached me and introduced himself as one of the managing partners. He apologized for the delay, didn't make excuses, and told me my dinner was on them! I was impressed not only by the way they handled what could have been an unpleasant experience, but was also impressed by the quality of their food even if the service was slow. I will make it a point to go here again and give them a well deserved opportunity to get the service part right next time.
(5)
Alison V.
For a chain restaurant, this place is pretty good. The menu isn't so extensive that you lose quality in food. Actually, having a one page menu plus a one page alcohol menu is my ideal. I got the Pollo Rosa Maria and it was actually pretty delicious. I had spaghetti as my side and that left a bit to be desired, but still complemented my meal nicely. The salad came quickly, as did the bread. No complaints there. The service was attentive and my drink never went empty. However, when I said I had never been to a Carrabbas before the server proceeded to explain nearly every dish on the menu. I could have lived without that, but I suppose it could be useful to have the Italian words (that are quite obvious what they mean in English) explained to some. Overall, for a chain Italian place this is pretty good. In my book the quality is significantly better than Olive Garden, but the range of selection is much more limited.
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Aaron R.
Carrabbas markets itself as an upscale Italian restaurant but doesn't quite fulfill its promise. The dimly lit restaurant and open kitchen with woodfire oven creates a good mood and typically for dinner service it's mostly filled and the wait service is prompt. Foodwise, it is similar to Olive Garden but for a higher cost. The lasagna, polla rosa maria, veal marsal and chicken parmegian all are about as good as you could make at home - I most recently had the polla rosa maria and unfortunately the fontina cheese was a liquid mess on the plate instead of adding to the texture of the chicken. Still, the portions are fine and the food is never poor - however, you may end up feeling disappointed for the cost.
(3)
Craig K.
We went to Carrabba's to celebrate my parents 40th anniversary last week. Beginning to end it was great. Charles, our server, was excellent as was all the wait staff we dealt with. The food was really good, the Chicken Parmesan especially. I'll be back for sure.
(5)
Summer W.
Great food, kid friendly! Our server brought fresh dough for our kids to play with while our meal was being prepared:-)
(4)
Peaches And Cream Y.
Yum! First time I'd eaten here...hooray for birthdays! First off, the salad was fresh and the dressing was delicious! The calamari appetizer was tasty, came with a lemon pepper butter sauce and marinara... We tried the chicken parm (tasty and tender) and the pollo rosa maria (mushrooms and some random spices). Delish! Meals also come with bread and an olive oil/herb spread. Staff is really nice and helpful as well. Will definitely be going back!
(4)
Sondra H.
The food is pretty good. Kind of salty in my opinion, but my boyfriend thinks it's fine. I've had quite a few items on the menu. The chicken Caesar salad is amazing. This location in particular always has the lentil and sausage soup, which is awesome. I'll come to Carrabba's just for that. The servers have usually been a bit snotty, which took me by surprise. Yeah, it's not Olive Garden, but it's no Avanti either. Be warned though! The order in/take out is god awful. The food is fine, but the servers have always messed up my order. I've called in for food about 5 times and not one time did they get my order correct. Often they charged me for everything I ordered, but when I would get my bags, several items would be missing. The manager has always been accommodating after I'd call in the problem by either refunding the missing items or sending a voucher, but put simply, I just want my food! So call car-side at your own risk!
(3)
Jennifer M.
Quite possibly the best (and consistently so) service in phoenix...for the prices. Amazing!! The servers are always happy and smiling - they are quick and my glass is never empty The food is always equally amazing...wonderfully hot and steaming and the flavor is superb hard combination in todays chain restaurant monopoly
(5)
Man Is H A.
Someone told us they have great wood fired pizza, so we really went for that over anything else. the bread was warm and fresh, and the dipping oil was flavorful. Wished our server told us the ingrediants liek the server at the next table. Pizza was good, but wouldnt drive here just for that. Salad was average, at best.
(3)
Lawanda J.
Did not like, few selections, not really cost effective
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Matt R.
the best the best the best love eating here not only for Italian but its my favorite for steak!! get the sirloin or fillet marsella the best as well as the pollo rosa marie (chicken) to die for everything is good here and great service!!! I go at least once a month....
(5)
Barbara M.
YUMMY! The pasta was very well done. The shrimp were larger than I expected and blended well with the cheese sauce. Definitely better than Olive Garden any day of the year.
(5)
amy c.
always a rock solid dining experience at Carrabba's, and the staff at this location is the best, in my opinion. The lentil soup is as good as any I've had. One of our standby's, and one of the few chain restaurants we actually frequent.
(5)
Jesus N.
Firs time here To be honest i wasn't expecting that much But it was really good They have a nice customer service And food its so delicious Definitive I'm coming back
(5)
Sarah V.
Gluten Free Review... We have been going to this Carrabba's for the last year or so. I am a celiac and after some research felt comfortable enough with the food handling practices to give it a go. I have never been ill after eating at this Carrabba's. The wait staff and management always make me feel comfortable with the how my food is prepared and handled. The one time an error was made with my steak (server entered it as well done not medium well) they not only fixed the problem quickly but they removed the meal from the check (I insisted they put it back and they wouldn't) and brought a free desert. I am glad this is a great gluten free option for us and they service is over the top great!
(5)
Bernice G.
Great service, food and bottled. Ask for the best waiter, Cody! He's knows he's menu to the T! We will be back and request you! The wine special was awesome! The shrimp and scallop alla vodka was to die for!
(5)
Brett C.
Meh...it's a chain. Went in with family on a Friday evening. Not busy. Good service, blah overpriced food. Quality food, just boring, with the exception of the flatbread appetizer. That was tasty. If you want good Italian classics, go to Bella Luna instead.
(3)
Rossi M.
So so good we loved everything about this place service was excellent and food was outstanding definitely way better then Olive Garden for sure!
(5)
Larry P.
Great service, and the food was excellent, I had pasta with shrimp and meat sauce and really enjoyed it. Everyone was friendly, and even more important, competent.
(4)
Jeff B.
Hadn't been to Carraba's in years and first time at this one. We called ahead and put ourselves on the wait list but when we arrived at 7:00 PM our table was ready. We were given water and menus right away and Cody greeted us soon after. Without apps, we a ordered our meals and drinks together. My wife ordered the Baked Salmon with garlic mashed pots and a glass of Chardonnay. Our daughter ordered the Sirloin with garlic mash plus champagne and her husband got the Chicken Trio, garlic mash and a glass of merlot. I ordered the Chicken Trio, but subbed one type of chicken (prosecco for Marsala) with garlic mash. Our salads and soup arrived quickly. The soup (lentil sausage) was excellent, as recommended by our server. The salads were fresh, crisp, cold and portioned right. The meals arrived about 10 mins later. My trio got mixed up: they left the Marsala on the plate and took out the Chicken Maria. Too bad. The Prosecco Chicken was the highlight, with crispy coating, juicy insides and flavorful profile. The Chicken Bryan is always a fave of mine too. Cody did an excellent job with our table, refilling half-empty glasses, apologizing for the mistake with the Marsala and generally keeping up a good conversation. I planned on mentioning him to the manager but it was very busy and folks were waiting for our table by the time we were done.
(4)
Sherin C.
I came in only because I receieved a gift card. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! Food was delish as was my sparkling wine. Server was nice. Overall a good experience.
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Theresa S.
What happened to The Carraba's I always raved about. Had dinner with my husband at the Venice Carraba's. The servings were small. The chicken was overly seasoned, salty and peppery. Two slices of a mushroom on a piece of chicken Marsala,the size of a deck of cards. A small side of pasta, half a cup. Very small salad. All for a whopping 16.29. The lasagna my husband had was mostly pasta and a small serving. I am not happy.
(2)
Nele V.
I'm actually here at the moment, and their food is so great I just had to yelp about it! Even as I ate their appetizers I was like "omg"...
(5)
Alicia R.
I had been wanting to try Carrabbas for a very long time and once I did I was rather dissappointed. Maybe my hopes were a little too high but the food was just okay and the service wasn't too great also. I have only been here once so I will have to give it another try and update my review once I do so.
(2)
Linda L.
For a chain restaurant.. This particular location is amazing! Both food and service. I always order the mussels as an appetizer and it's delicious and last night was the best we had! Yummo!! Also had their Sicilian soup, spaghetti, Alfredo's, and pork chop entrees. I love the pastas because it tastes like it's made fresh. Very light. Not like Olive Garden or Oreganos. Carrabas is a top pick for Italian family dinner nights. This place would be an awesome 5 stars if their house wines are on point but I'm also a wine snob so...
(4)
Jade W.
Had a good meal at Carrabba's. Enjoyed the Sicilian Chicken Soup and spaghetti with meat sauce. Good Italian bread. Service was also good. No complaints, other than the price!
(4)
Lisa D.
We order takeout from here regularly. They have an easy to use online ordering system. As for the food we have enjoyed everything we have gotten here. I highly recommend the calamari. You will not be disappointed with what you order. Pickup is easy, just needing to park in the takeout spot and they will bring the food to you. The downside is that they always take longer than they say and we have to make sure to double check our order since they have forgotten items we have ordered on three occasions.
(4)
Barbara F.
Amazing food. The staff couldn't be more accommodating. They will any dish the way you want and if it's not right they will do it again. I also had a chance to try their Sangria out of this world blackberry or peach was my favorite. I'll b back again and again. Thank you .
(5)
Gurkaran B.
The experience I had today at Carrabas Italian Grill was worse than any other I had ever had here. First we placed our order online. We made a 20 kinute drive to the restaurant only to find out the carryout waitress had forgotten to write down our order! We then waites another 30 minutes while she tried to figure out what had happened instead of simply giving us our food so we could be on our way. Worst. Experience. Ever
(2)
Kevin A.
Service was TERRIBLE! The waitress' name was Jessica and she ignored our table after dropping off the food. She had NO manners. Other waitresses picked up the slack, but still not good enough. Waitress looked like it was miserable to work here.
(1)
Elliot J.
Why say a bunch of stuff we simply love this place is a real Italian delicious dinner it make look Olive Garden like a fast food. So yes we highly recommend this place and we can say wow to this Awesome place. Menu is great, servers are Awesome, Management is so much better than others places the manager went to our table and i was so polite with us that we score this place with A+ in all aspects.
(5)
Gerardo H.
I came here for valentine's and my anniversary and it was a great meal. I got an amazing appetizer, drink, dinner, and dessert for $60 and it was all really great. Other places of such elegance would have charged me way more. I will definitely go back again another time, it is worth it.
(5)
Tyler K.
Excellent service! I never would have been able to stop eating/drinking because there was always more placed in front of me. Delicious chicken Parmigiana, cooked wonderfully and lots of flavor. No complaints at all.
(5)
Arnie G.
First time there today had the best waiter Joel they took care of everything app zucchini fritas awesome. Ceasar salad excellent my wife a personal chef had the lobster ravioli she said was the best she has tasted definitely going to be a regular now
(5)
Glenda E.
Mediocre...quite disappointing. We typically do get take out for dinner but it's a Friday night and I don't like the long waits for a table. I may reconsider and wait next time. Obviously by the lasagna photos it wasn't looking like a good start. One was actual lasagna the other was the remainder of the bottom of the pan. My husband said it was like mush. He let me have the "good" one. My daughter had the wood grilled chicken she said it was good. The dessert was chocolate dream but was a nightmare... It was hard and tasted stale. Which is odd because I thought they made them daily? We eat at Carrabbas four times a month at least and this was probably the most disappointing... I hope that this was not the norm for getting take out because it leaves a bad impression about the restaurant which I know is better than what I experienced tonight.
(2)
Roxanne I.
Kudos to Carrabbas for a real gluten free menu that wasn't filled with dairy ladden options. We use to be regulars till I was diagnosed with celiacs. There staff is knowledgeable about gluten and even delivered my salad by saying "we have a gluten free salad". Usually they show up with croutons. Thanks Carrabbas.
(5)
Desirea D.
We brought my step-daughter out here for her 17th birthday a few nights ago. It was fantastic. I am a little disappointed that they do not sing, but I understand the desire to keep the restaurant quiet for everyone else. :-) They did bring her a fantastic dessert, on the house, and our waitress was fantastic. I wish I remembered her name, but I was too distracted to pay much attention. The food was amazing, and my family that I dragged out who had never been to one before are now in love.
(5)
Geoffrey C.
We have not been here for a few years and the last time it was quite good...things have definitely changed! Overall the dining room was dirty, way too bright, just too many senior citizens (sorry)! Then came the food...small portions, very salty, very prepackaged feeling, not good! The server was overbearing and the overall value was poor.
(2)
Rebecca C.
We have been going here for several years now. They go above and beyond to make dishes no longer on the menu, and make every customer feel valued. I ordered my dish wrong and the owner insisted on remaking the dish even though it was my mistake. Always fresh ingredients and minestrone consistently divine! Definitely a regular for our family! Thank you Carrabas!
(5)
Barbara O.
I would be remiss if I didn't update my review. After this disappointing meal, and lack of response from Teresa, I did call again to simply try to get credit for the food I didn't get. This time I got a man (can't recall his name) who identified himself as a managing partner. I explained my issue and he immediately said he would credit the whole ticket. I told him that was not necessary - just credit for the missing meal would do. He insisted and then also sent me a gift card. So glad I attempted again. Faith restored - we will go to Carrabba's again!
(4)
Dave B.
Location Is NOT open for lunch as hours say on Yelp.. Monday to Friday they open at 4. Please fix your information.
(1)
Todd S.
I go here three times a week. The service is airways excellent and the proprietor Serik really cares about his patrons. The food is good Italian, much better than u have found at the Olive Garden. The bartenders are all incredibly friendly and they have a fantastic happy hour.
(5)
Michelle J.
Horrible food. The pasta was mashed together and overly done. I never ate fettuccine so poorly done in my life. I ended up sending my food back because it was too old, salty, and gross. It was a waste of trip to there.
(1)
Erica N.
Delightful server Desiree answered our questions, kept the bread coming beverages full and recommended her favorites. I enjoyed a shrimp and scallop pasta, red sangria, and an Italian salad. No complaints. Loved every bite.
My husband and I were visiting the area and decided to stop in for a late lunch early dinner. The service was excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. I have diet restrictions and when I asked questions the waitress Mary happily asked the chef if certain items contained sugar. She was eager to assist me in choosing the right dish based off my food restrictions. The food was succulent and flavorful. I order the wood grilled chicken with red sauce made the way I needed to be done with no sugar and no cheese. My husband went off of the waitress recommendation and had the Mahi Wulfe. My husband said his fish was outstanding. During or visit we even met the owner he was polite and helpful as well. It is nice to go to a restaurant and get knowledgeable service. They did it right. Bravo!
I have been to Carrabba's several times and I really enjoy their food. I have had their chicken parmesan, shrimp dishes, attended there happy hours, etc. I often send gift cards to my sister in S. Carolina, as she loves them too. Their prices are reasonable and have never had a bad experience. Food and Staff are great! I will eat there again.
(4)
Stephanie M.
There really wasn't much excitement behind trying Carrabas, other than the fact we had a gift card. By the end of the night not only were my husband and I impressed but our toddlers as well. The service was excellent and the food was exceptional! The chicken marsala was by far our favorite! The chicken was tender, full of flavor with a perfect amount of melted cheese on top. My daughters had the spaghetti with meat balls which they finished. We ended our meal with the apple crostata, warm apple pie with ice cream. Sometimes this type of dessert is served look warm ruining the hot/cold concept. That was not the case last night, the apple pie was hot and the ice cream was perfect! Before we left the manager came over thanked us for our first visit and gave us a free appetizer for the next visit.
(5)
Debbie T.
A few weeks ago, we had come here after a long time. We decided to go again tonight, to see if the last time was a fluke, or they had really gotten that much better. Well, the answer was...they really have gotten better! Tonight our server was Joel, who was friendly, attentive and quick to refill our ice teas. For our appetizer, we got the zucchini fritte. It was scrumptious! The zucchini were cut in small strips, lightly breaded and seasoned, with an amazing garlic aioli dipping sauce. We ate them like fries, they were so good! Our caesar salads were actually much better. The last time, mine was underdressed and undercroutoned (if that isn't a word, it should be). This time, it tasted like it should, and the parmesan on top was really wonderful. My hubby got the same thing he ordered last time (combo of chicken parmesan and fried ravioli), but instead of garlic mashed as his side, he went with fettucini alfredo. He told me that it was even better than the last time he had it. I decided to go a little lighter and ordered the wood-grilled chicken. It was perfectly cooked, nicely seasoned and juicy. My side was sauteed green beans, which were really flavorful. I decided to add the 5th star this time, since they outdid themselves with everything.
(5)
Rebecca C.
If I could give them 0 stars, I would. We went here for my daughter's birthday. I ordered the chicken trio off of the gluten free menu with sauteed spinach as a side, my friend ordered the pollo Sorrento, my children ordered the spaghetti with meatball and cheese pizza. The chicken dishes were so salty, they could not be eaten. The spinach, which was said to be sauteed in olive oil and garlic was lightly wilted on top, completely soggy on the bottom and there was no garlic at all. When talking to the waitress, I tried to explain that a lot of chicken is injected with a 2% saline solution to aid in flavor, and you need to lessen the amount of salt added to it to keep it from getting too salty. She got the manager, and the manager misunderstood, thinking we were saying THEY injected the chicken with saline (read the package of the chicken you buy, a lot of commercial chicken is this way). My youngest barely touched her pizza, but my oldest (birthday girl) enjoyed her spaghetti. They enjoyed the birthday dessert. The manager and server were nice about everything, and it wasn't their fault the food was not good. They had a pretty good gluten free menu, and 2 options for dessert, which is more than a lot of places have.
My family and I frequent here often and are always please with the food and the service. Keep it up.
(5)
Robert L.
Always solid , NEVER disappoints us. I try something new all the time and I know they will deliver ! Try it , they won't let you down.
(4)
Jeffrey M.
Great family dinner with fantastic service. Had the Sirloin Masala. Would highly recommend!
(5)
James A.
Great food above average prices but will return.
(4)
Paul L.
Typical chain Italian food. Not bad but not great.
(3)
Chris W.
Wow, we kinda forgot about Carrabbas for a while and what a pleasant experience and I really enjoyed my dinner! I had one of their specials Prosciutto wrapped Pork Tenderloin medalians. This is grilled and seasoned with a "port sauce" and I got to tell you, very tasty! Everyone at our table had something different and all seemed to really enjoy their dishes as well. The attmosphere is nice, not too loud, well lit, but not overly bright, their is a slight wood smoke smell (from their oven/grill which is a nice touch. We will certainly be back.
(4)
Luke B.
I have never had a bad meal here. The food is always top notch, with the staff always going above and beyound.
(5)
Panama R.
Flavor yo. This place actually uses fresh herbs and spices and food tastes like it. Most places food is bland. This place you taste the garlic you tast the pepper. I honestly think the best thing they do/have is the bread and olive oil wtih herbs and seasonings they bring out. Serious stuff. Lasagna is pretty good too. Here is a tip. Do not order brushetta. way overpriced, toast usually a little too crispy (burned) and the bread and herbed olive oil is better, free and unlimited.
(4)
Karen S.
We arrived at Carrabbas early on a Saturday (around 5:00 p.m.) the restaurant was only 1/2 full we proceeded to the hostess desk and she told us it would be a little bit before we were seated. My husband asked why so long when they are only 1/2 full and he was told that it was because they didn't have the servers, why not seat us, explain that to us and get us a drink? That would make you feel like a valued customer. Our server came over and took our drink order, my husband ordered his usual, spaghetti and meatballs, I ordered from the tasting menu, bruschetta for an appetizer, salad and parmasean crusted chicken. my appetizer should come out first, and we waited, and waited, and waited, finally the server came over and told us it had been given to another table, so they had to make it again, so we waited, and waited, and waited 1/2 hour to get my appetizer which basically is toast with a tomato topping on it which is actually served on the side. once I finished my app, it was time for our soup/salad course, and we waited and waited, so it finally came. Then about 1/2 hour later we were brought our main dish. The size of my husbands spaghetti was about 1/2 the size it used be. Mine came with a sauce on the side which I tasted and it was cold, I asked the server if it was suppose to be cold and she said she didn't know. I responded by saying I can't imagine they would give you cold sauce to put on a hot dish. She said she could bring me another one, so I waited and waited and waited she came back and said the manager was going to bring it so I waited and waited and finally the server brought it. once we finished we asked for the check and you guessed it, we waited and waited and waited. She finally brought the check and not only had I been charged for the tasting menu dinner she also charged me for the appetizer that comes with it. I waited for her to come back and told her, she took it back to change it when she brought it back I told her to wait for my payment because I didn't want to be there all night. We finally left 2 1/2 hours later.
(1)
Tim M.
This location is the closest to my house and I've eaten here many times. The service is always great as is the food. Their minestrone soup is amazing and I never fail to order it. I've never even tasted one of their salads. Have also had the manager come to the table and chat on occasion as well as give us a complimentary copy of one of their cook books. I love non-chain restaurants but Carrabbas is one of the exceptions. I can't imagine ever getting tired of their food.
(5)
Mike H.
I went here recently while in the area on business and since I was alone, I pulled up a seat at the bar. I decided to start off with a salad and ordered my entree at the same time. I noticed the place was reasonably busy and expected my order to take a bit of time, but after twenty minutes went by after finishing my salad and no entree, I started to wonder if they'd forgotten my order. Just as I was getting ready to inquire, a gentleman approached me and introduced himself as one of the managing partners. He apologized for the delay, didn't make excuses, and told me my dinner was on them! I was impressed not only by the way they handled what could have been an unpleasant experience, but was also impressed by the quality of their food even if the service was slow. I will make it a point to go here again and give them a well deserved opportunity to get the service part right next time.
(5)
Alison V.
For a chain restaurant, this place is pretty good. The menu isn't so extensive that you lose quality in food. Actually, having a one page menu plus a one page alcohol menu is my ideal. I got the Pollo Rosa Maria and it was actually pretty delicious. I had spaghetti as my side and that left a bit to be desired, but still complemented my meal nicely. The salad came quickly, as did the bread. No complaints there. The service was attentive and my drink never went empty. However, when I said I had never been to a Carrabbas before the server proceeded to explain nearly every dish on the menu. I could have lived without that, but I suppose it could be useful to have the Italian words (that are quite obvious what they mean in English) explained to some. Overall, for a chain Italian place this is pretty good. In my book the quality is significantly better than Olive Garden, but the range of selection is much more limited.
(4)
Aaron R.
Carrabbas markets itself as an upscale Italian restaurant but doesn't quite fulfill its promise. The dimly lit restaurant and open kitchen with woodfire oven creates a good mood and typically for dinner service it's mostly filled and the wait service is prompt. Foodwise, it is similar to Olive Garden but for a higher cost. The lasagna, polla rosa maria, veal marsal and chicken parmegian all are about as good as you could make at home - I most recently had the polla rosa maria and unfortunately the fontina cheese was a liquid mess on the plate instead of adding to the texture of the chicken. Still, the portions are fine and the food is never poor - however, you may end up feeling disappointed for the cost.
(3)
Craig K.
We went to Carrabba's to celebrate my parents 40th anniversary last week. Beginning to end it was great. Charles, our server, was excellent as was all the wait staff we dealt with. The food was really good, the Chicken Parmesan especially. I'll be back for sure.
(5)
Summer W.
Great food, kid friendly! Our server brought fresh dough for our kids to play with while our meal was being prepared:-)
(4)
Peaches And Cream Y.
Yum! First time I'd eaten here...hooray for birthdays! First off, the salad was fresh and the dressing was delicious! The calamari appetizer was tasty, came with a lemon pepper butter sauce and marinara... We tried the chicken parm (tasty and tender) and the pollo rosa maria (mushrooms and some random spices). Delish! Meals also come with bread and an olive oil/herb spread. Staff is really nice and helpful as well. Will definitely be going back!
(4)
Sondra H.
The food is pretty good. Kind of salty in my opinion, but my boyfriend thinks it's fine. I've had quite a few items on the menu. The chicken Caesar salad is amazing. This location in particular always has the lentil and sausage soup, which is awesome. I'll come to Carrabba's just for that. The servers have usually been a bit snotty, which took me by surprise. Yeah, it's not Olive Garden, but it's no Avanti either. Be warned though! The order in/take out is god awful. The food is fine, but the servers have always messed up my order. I've called in for food about 5 times and not one time did they get my order correct. Often they charged me for everything I ordered, but when I would get my bags, several items would be missing. The manager has always been accommodating after I'd call in the problem by either refunding the missing items or sending a voucher, but put simply, I just want my food! So call car-side at your own risk!
(3)
Jennifer M.
Quite possibly the best (and consistently so) service in phoenix...for the prices. Amazing!! The servers are always happy and smiling - they are quick and my glass is never empty The food is always equally amazing...wonderfully hot and steaming and the flavor is superb hard combination in todays chain restaurant monopoly
(5)
Man Is H A.
Someone told us they have great wood fired pizza, so we really went for that over anything else. the bread was warm and fresh, and the dipping oil was flavorful. Wished our server told us the ingrediants liek the server at the next table. Pizza was good, but wouldnt drive here just for that. Salad was average, at best.
(3)
Lawanda J.
Did not like, few selections, not really cost effective
(2)
Matt R.
the best the best the best love eating here not only for Italian but its my favorite for steak!! get the sirloin or fillet marsella the best as well as the pollo rosa marie (chicken) to die for everything is good here and great service!!! I go at least once a month....
(5)
Barbara M.
YUMMY! The pasta was very well done. The shrimp were larger than I expected and blended well with the cheese sauce. Definitely better than Olive Garden any day of the year.
(5)
Roman S.
I travel to my condo in Phoenix usually once a month and every trip I always go to Carrabbas. The food is excellent as well as the service. The meatballs with Riccotta cheese are my favorite appetizer. Serving portions are very generous and I usually have enough leftovers to take home. Nothing better than a hugh bowl of Carrabbas pasta and a jug of wine to make a man happy. Try it out, you won't be disappointed.
(5)
Tom C.
I went into here thinking it was a Macaroni Grill or some other chintzy Italian chain. But I was actually surprised. I got the Tag Pic Pac which is pasta, basil, garlic, tomatoes, and I added chicken. Very fresh and delicious - again, I was surprised. It was a Friday night and pretty packed, and we got our food in a reasonable amount of time. My only beef was the service could have been a bit better. Got food before utensils and we had the hunt the guy down for the check. But food wise, pretty good.
(4)
Cindy O.
We live near this restaurant, so frequent it a lot. Each time we've been there, the service has been excellent! The mood is always friendly, upbeat, & if you have a b-day, the singing superb! Only one complaint - and it's a biggee - the food is always too salty! they need to cut back on the salt on their soups, entrees, everything!
(3)
Amy L.
I love this place from start of meal the the end of the meal. They have great salads but I always get the mamas scipy chicken. Chicken, small round noodles, carrots, celery, potatoes to help thicken it, spices to give it a little kick. So good. I then usually get the chicken trio with the garlic mashed potatoes. They cook this chicken on an open flame and gives it the great char taste (char not burnt) and it juicy. The garlic mashed potatoes are really yummy too. Not to much garlic, just right. Of coarse the dessert. Even if there is no room for it I always order it even if I take it home. The called the Sogno Di Chiocclate (chocolate Dream) I am dreaming about just telling you about it. It is for the chocolate lover. It is fudge brownie that has kahlua brushed on it, chocolate mousse, whipped cream and a home made chocolate sauce (that is to die for) all put together. It is the perfect bite.
(4)
Pk G.
We have eaten here about a dozen times in the last two years. The service is always good and the quality of the food is good for the price. We usually split the Sirloin Marsala and order a extra salad. That is enough for both of us after we have bread with it. The atmosphere is nice and it is always clean. We take our four teenage girls and they always want to sit at the bar seats near the pizza oven. I have found that sometimes we are treated to "samples" when we sit there. Always a good experience!!
(4)
Jason K.
If you are looking for a place where the service matches the food, look no further. This family style Americanized-Italian restaurant was beyond comparison. The staff is very friendly and if you have children, they will well entertained while stuffing their faces with amazing food. From the freshly baked bread to the main coarse, every bite was like a new adventure for my taste buds. They have a wide variety of food but I highly recommend the pasta dishes. Your mouth will thank you the moment you take your first bite.
(5)
amy c.
always a rock solid dining experience at Carrabba's, and the staff at this location is the best, in my opinion. The lentil soup is as good as any I've had. One of our standby's, and one of the few chain restaurants we actually frequent.
(5)
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Address :9920 West McDowell Rd
Avondale, AZ, 85392
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Barbara O.
I would be remiss if I didn't update my review. After this disappointing meal, and lack of response from Teresa, I did call again to simply try to get credit for the food I didn't get. This time I got a man (can't recall his name) who identified himself as a managing partner. I explained my issue and he immediately said he would credit the whole ticket. I told him that was not necessary - just credit for the missing meal would do. He insisted and then also sent me a gift card. So glad I attempted again. Faith restored - we will go to Carrabba's again!
(4)Barbara F.
Amazing food. The staff couldn't be more accommodating. They will any dish the way you want and if it's not right they will do it again. I also had a chance to try their Sangria out of this world blackberry or peach was my favorite. I'll b back again and again. Thank you .
(5)Gurkaran B.
The experience I had today at Carrabas Italian Grill was worse than any other I had ever had here. First we placed our order online. We made a 20 kinute drive to the restaurant only to find out the carryout waitress had forgotten to write down our order! We then waites another 30 minutes while she tried to figure out what had happened instead of simply giving us our food so we could be on our way. Worst. Experience. Ever
(2)Kevin A.
Service was TERRIBLE! The waitress' name was Jessica and she ignored our table after dropping off the food. She had NO manners. Other waitresses picked up the slack, but still not good enough. Waitress looked like it was miserable to work here.
(1)Elliot J.
Why say a bunch of stuff we simply love this place is a real Italian delicious dinner it make look Olive Garden like a fast food. So yes we highly recommend this place and we can say wow to this Awesome place. Menu is great, servers are Awesome, Management is so much better than others places the manager went to our table and i was so polite with us that we score this place with A+ in all aspects.
(5)Dave B.
Location Is NOT open for lunch as hours say on Yelp.. Monday to Friday they open at 4. Please fix your information.
(1)Todd S.
I go here three times a week. The service is airways excellent and the proprietor Serik really cares about his patrons. The food is good Italian, much better than u have found at the Olive Garden. The bartenders are all incredibly friendly and they have a fantastic happy hour.
(5)Michelle J.
Horrible food. The pasta was mashed together and overly done. I never ate fettuccine so poorly done in my life. I ended up sending my food back because it was too old, salty, and gross. It was a waste of trip to there.
(1)Erica N.
Delightful server Desiree answered our questions, kept the bread coming beverages full and recommended her favorites. I enjoyed a shrimp and scallop pasta, red sangria, and an Italian salad. No complaints. Loved every bite.
(4)Jesus N.
Firs time here To be honest i wasn't expecting that much But it was really good They have a nice customer service And food its so delicious Definitive I'm coming back
(5)Sarah V.
Gluten Free Review... We have been going to this Carrabba's for the last year or so. I am a celiac and after some research felt comfortable enough with the food handling practices to give it a go. I have never been ill after eating at this Carrabba's. The wait staff and management always make me feel comfortable with the how my food is prepared and handled. The one time an error was made with my steak (server entered it as well done not medium well) they not only fixed the problem quickly but they removed the meal from the check (I insisted they put it back and they wouldn't) and brought a free desert. I am glad this is a great gluten free option for us and they service is over the top great!
(5)Bernice G.
Great service, food and bottled. Ask for the best waiter, Cody! He's knows he's menu to the T! We will be back and request you! The wine special was awesome! The shrimp and scallop alla vodka was to die for!
(5)Stephanie M.
There really wasn't much excitement behind trying Carrabas, other than the fact we had a gift card. By the end of the night not only were my husband and I impressed but our toddlers as well. The service was excellent and the food was exceptional! The chicken marsala was by far our favorite! The chicken was tender, full of flavor with a perfect amount of melted cheese on top. My daughters had the spaghetti with meat balls which they finished. We ended our meal with the apple crostata, warm apple pie with ice cream. Sometimes this type of dessert is served look warm ruining the hot/cold concept. That was not the case last night, the apple pie was hot and the ice cream was perfect! Before we left the manager came over thanked us for our first visit and gave us a free appetizer for the next visit.
(5)Brett C.
Meh...it's a chain. Went in with family on a Friday evening. Not busy. Good service, blah overpriced food. Quality food, just boring, with the exception of the flatbread appetizer. That was tasty. If you want good Italian classics, go to Bella Luna instead.
(3)Rossi M.
So so good we loved everything about this place service was excellent and food was outstanding definitely way better then Olive Garden for sure!
(5)Larry P.
Great service, and the food was excellent, I had pasta with shrimp and meat sauce and really enjoyed it. Everyone was friendly, and even more important, competent.
(4)Lisa D.
We order takeout from here regularly. They have an easy to use online ordering system. As for the food we have enjoyed everything we have gotten here. I highly recommend the calamari. You will not be disappointed with what you order. Pickup is easy, just needing to park in the takeout spot and they will bring the food to you. The downside is that they always take longer than they say and we have to make sure to double check our order since they have forgotten items we have ordered on three occasions.
(4)Gerardo H.
I came here for valentine's and my anniversary and it was a great meal. I got an amazing appetizer, drink, dinner, and dessert for $60 and it was all really great. Other places of such elegance would have charged me way more. I will definitely go back again another time, it is worth it.
(5)Jeff B.
Hadn't been to Carraba's in years and first time at this one. We called ahead and put ourselves on the wait list but when we arrived at 7:00 PM our table was ready. We were given water and menus right away and Cody greeted us soon after. Without apps, we a ordered our meals and drinks together. My wife ordered the Baked Salmon with garlic mashed pots and a glass of Chardonnay. Our daughter ordered the Sirloin with garlic mash plus champagne and her husband got the Chicken Trio, garlic mash and a glass of merlot. I ordered the Chicken Trio, but subbed one type of chicken (prosecco for Marsala) with garlic mash. Our salads and soup arrived quickly. The soup (lentil sausage) was excellent, as recommended by our server. The salads were fresh, crisp, cold and portioned right. The meals arrived about 10 mins later. My trio got mixed up: they left the Marsala on the plate and took out the Chicken Maria. Too bad. The Prosecco Chicken was the highlight, with crispy coating, juicy insides and flavorful profile. The Chicken Bryan is always a fave of mine too. Cody did an excellent job with our table, refilling half-empty glasses, apologizing for the mistake with the Marsala and generally keeping up a good conversation. I planned on mentioning him to the manager but it was very busy and folks were waiting for our table by the time we were done.
(4)Sherin C.
I came in only because I receieved a gift card. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! Food was delish as was my sparkling wine. Server was nice. Overall a good experience.
(4)Linda L.
For a chain restaurant.. This particular location is amazing! Both food and service. I always order the mussels as an appetizer and it's delicious and last night was the best we had! Yummo!! Also had their Sicilian soup, spaghetti, Alfredo's, and pork chop entrees. I love the pastas because it tastes like it's made fresh. Very light. Not like Olive Garden or Oreganos. Carrabas is a top pick for Italian family dinner nights. This place would be an awesome 5 stars if their house wines are on point but I'm also a wine snob so...
(4)Theresa S.
What happened to The Carraba's I always raved about. Had dinner with my husband at the Venice Carraba's. The servings were small. The chicken was overly seasoned, salty and peppery. Two slices of a mushroom on a piece of chicken Marsala,the size of a deck of cards. A small side of pasta, half a cup. Very small salad. All for a whopping 16.29. The lasagna my husband had was mostly pasta and a small serving. I am not happy.
(2)Nele V.
I'm actually here at the moment, and their food is so great I just had to yelp about it! Even as I ate their appetizers I was like "omg"...
(5)Alicia R.
I had been wanting to try Carrabbas for a very long time and once I did I was rather dissappointed. Maybe my hopes were a little too high but the food was just okay and the service wasn't too great also. I have only been here once so I will have to give it another try and update my review once I do so.
(2)Jade W.
Had a good meal at Carrabba's. Enjoyed the Sicilian Chicken Soup and spaghetti with meat sauce. Good Italian bread. Service was also good. No complaints, other than the price!
(4)Tyler K.
Excellent service! I never would have been able to stop eating/drinking because there was always more placed in front of me. Delicious chicken Parmigiana, cooked wonderfully and lots of flavor. No complaints at all.
(5)Debbie T.
A few weeks ago, we had come here after a long time. We decided to go again tonight, to see if the last time was a fluke, or they had really gotten that much better. Well, the answer was...they really have gotten better! Tonight our server was Joel, who was friendly, attentive and quick to refill our ice teas. For our appetizer, we got the zucchini fritte. It was scrumptious! The zucchini were cut in small strips, lightly breaded and seasoned, with an amazing garlic aioli dipping sauce. We ate them like fries, they were so good! Our caesar salads were actually much better. The last time, mine was underdressed and undercroutoned (if that isn't a word, it should be). This time, it tasted like it should, and the parmesan on top was really wonderful. My hubby got the same thing he ordered last time (combo of chicken parmesan and fried ravioli), but instead of garlic mashed as his side, he went with fettucini alfredo. He told me that it was even better than the last time he had it. I decided to go a little lighter and ordered the wood-grilled chicken. It was perfectly cooked, nicely seasoned and juicy. My side was sauteed green beans, which were really flavorful. I decided to add the 5th star this time, since they outdid themselves with everything.
(5)Rebecca C.
If I could give them 0 stars, I would. We went here for my daughter's birthday. I ordered the chicken trio off of the gluten free menu with sauteed spinach as a side, my friend ordered the pollo Sorrento, my children ordered the spaghetti with meatball and cheese pizza. The chicken dishes were so salty, they could not be eaten. The spinach, which was said to be sauteed in olive oil and garlic was lightly wilted on top, completely soggy on the bottom and there was no garlic at all. When talking to the waitress, I tried to explain that a lot of chicken is injected with a 2% saline solution to aid in flavor, and you need to lessen the amount of salt added to it to keep it from getting too salty. She got the manager, and the manager misunderstood, thinking we were saying THEY injected the chicken with saline (read the package of the chicken you buy, a lot of commercial chicken is this way). My youngest barely touched her pizza, but my oldest (birthday girl) enjoyed her spaghetti. They enjoyed the birthday dessert. The manager and server were nice about everything, and it wasn't their fault the food was not good. They had a pretty good gluten free menu, and 2 options for dessert, which is more than a lot of places have.
(1)Judy L.
I am surprised I have not checked in or reviewed this place. My inlaws LOVES this place. We meet up with the inlaws for Sunday dinner. The staff is always friend, helpful, and attentive. My chicken soup was salty. I order the Pasta Carrabba (Fettuccine alfredo with grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms and peas). It was basically noodles with olive oil & a few sliced grilled chicken with no alfredo sauce. Bummer!
(3)Bob H.
My family and I frequent here often and are always please with the food and the service. Keep it up.
(5)Robert L.
Always solid , NEVER disappoints us. I try something new all the time and I know they will deliver ! Try it , they won't let you down.
(4)Arnie G.
First time there today had the best waiter Joel they took care of everything app zucchini fritas awesome. Ceasar salad excellent my wife a personal chef had the lobster ravioli she said was the best she has tasted definitely going to be a regular now
(5)Glenda E.
Mediocre...quite disappointing. We typically do get take out for dinner but it's a Friday night and I don't like the long waits for a table. I may reconsider and wait next time. Obviously by the lasagna photos it wasn't looking like a good start. One was actual lasagna the other was the remainder of the bottom of the pan. My husband said it was like mush. He let me have the "good" one. My daughter had the wood grilled chicken she said it was good. The dessert was chocolate dream but was a nightmare... It was hard and tasted stale. Which is odd because I thought they made them daily? We eat at Carrabbas four times a month at least and this was probably the most disappointing... I hope that this was not the norm for getting take out because it leaves a bad impression about the restaurant which I know is better than what I experienced tonight.
(2)Roxanne I.
Kudos to Carrabbas for a real gluten free menu that wasn't filled with dairy ladden options. We use to be regulars till I was diagnosed with celiacs. There staff is knowledgeable about gluten and even delivered my salad by saying "we have a gluten free salad". Usually they show up with croutons. Thanks Carrabbas.
(5)Desirea D.
We brought my step-daughter out here for her 17th birthday a few nights ago. It was fantastic. I am a little disappointed that they do not sing, but I understand the desire to keep the restaurant quiet for everyone else. :-) They did bring her a fantastic dessert, on the house, and our waitress was fantastic. I wish I remembered her name, but I was too distracted to pay much attention. The food was amazing, and my family that I dragged out who had never been to one before are now in love.
(5)Geoffrey C.
We have not been here for a few years and the last time it was quite good...things have definitely changed! Overall the dining room was dirty, way too bright, just too many senior citizens (sorry)! Then came the food...small portions, very salty, very prepackaged feeling, not good! The server was overbearing and the overall value was poor.
(2)Rebecca C.
We have been going here for several years now. They go above and beyond to make dishes no longer on the menu, and make every customer feel valued. I ordered my dish wrong and the owner insisted on remaking the dish even though it was my mistake. Always fresh ingredients and minestrone consistently divine! Definitely a regular for our family! Thank you Carrabas!
(5)Ronald Lee I.
My boyfriend and I are visiting Phoenix this week and last night and we deiced to dine here at the Carrabba's in Avondale. In short, the food was AMAZING, our server Robert was INCREDIBLE and our overall experience was PERFECT. We were greeted by a sweet young lady that quickly seated us at a table where we were more than comfortable and eagerly awaiting our Server. We took a while to browse the menu and make our choices but Robert was so kind, patient, attentive and moreover, extremely helpful in guiding us through and advising us on the dishes and the menu options. We ordered the salad with Italian dressing and they were divine, fresh greens, tomatoes and flawlessly ripened olives with a perfectly tangy Italian dressing. The complementary Carrabba's bread was equally wonderful, accented with olive oil and Carrabba's herb seasoning mix. My boyfriend, being a vegetarian went with the Baked Ravioli Parmesan which was Panko breaded ravioli filled with five Italian cheeses, lightly fried then baked and topped with pomodoro sauce, romano and mozzarella cheese of which, he loved. I had the Fettuccine Carrabba which was Fettuccine Alfredo with wood-grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms and peas. As suggested by Robert, Carrabba's open kitchen made it exactly to my specs with extra mushrooms and peas and even with extra Alfredo sauce on the side in a separate bowl. My plate was heaping full with moist chicken, firm pasta and topped with immaculately cooked mushrooms and peas. As suggested by Robert we finished our dining experience with the John Cole desert, a glorious creation consisting of Vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce and roasted cinnamon rum pecans, just AWESOME! And while I am not big on ice cream, this desert was no mere ice cream. It was so delicious, the ice cream had a marvelously icy yet creamy texture, the caramel sauce was balanced perfectly and while I hate nuts, once having tried the roasted cinnamon rum pecans. I made sure to include some in every bite. I left Carrabba's stuffed and so satiated I was on the verge of falling asleep. For the quality of the food, personal attention and overall professionalism the moderate cost was well worth the experience. In closing, I would with all my heart, recommend to anyone, that you reward yourself with the overwhelmingly pleasurable experience of dining at the Carrabba's in Avondale. The atmosphere is wonderful and they are staffed with some of the most professional and pleasant people I have ever had the pleasure of being served by. I am still taken by just how wonderful our evening was. A special thanks to our extraordinary server Robert, we loved you and Carrabba's is lucky to have you in their employ!
(5)H B.
My husband and I were visiting the area and decided to stop in for a late lunch early dinner. The service was excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. I have diet restrictions and when I asked questions the waitress Mary happily asked the chef if certain items contained sugar. She was eager to assist me in choosing the right dish based off my food restrictions. The food was succulent and flavorful. I order the wood grilled chicken with red sauce made the way I needed to be done with no sugar and no cheese. My husband went off of the waitress recommendation and had the Mahi Wulfe. My husband said his fish was outstanding. During or visit we even met the owner he was polite and helpful as well. It is nice to go to a restaurant and get knowledgeable service. They did it right. Bravo!
(5)Marla V.
who knew? an amazing and kick-ass Italian restaurant in Phoenix. My cousin was not joking when she said this place rocks. appetizer that we shared: Shrimp Scampi...delicious in a buttery, garlic, white wine and lemon sauce. I ordered the Pasta Sostanza - Tagliarini with sautéed mushrooms, artichoke hearts and spinach in tomato basil sauce topped with seasoned breadcrumbs. Out of this world!!! (with shrimp) My cousin ordered the Pasta Carrabba - Fettuccine alfredo with grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms and peas. It was pretty good. :) Dessert: Sogno Di Cioccolata "Chocolate Dream" - A rich fudge brownie, with chocolate mousse, fresh whipped cream and homemade chocolate sauce. Heaven in your mouth! loooooooooooved this place. service is awesome. portions are gigantic. the place is low key and not fancy-schmancy, it's kind of like going to an Olive Garden - but the food doesn't taste like cafeteria food. :) I highly suggest this Carrabba's! I am going back for more. Oh, yeah - there is a gluten-free menu! Awesome!
(5)Ellen M.
I have been to Carrabba's several times and I really enjoy their food. I have had their chicken parmesan, shrimp dishes, attended there happy hours, etc. I often send gift cards to my sister in S. Carolina, as she loves them too. Their prices are reasonable and have never had a bad experience. Food and Staff are great! I will eat there again.
(4)Roman S.
I travel to my condo in Phoenix usually once a month and every trip I always go to Carrabbas. The food is excellent as well as the service. The meatballs with Riccotta cheese are my favorite appetizer. Serving portions are very generous and I usually have enough leftovers to take home. Nothing better than a hugh bowl of Carrabbas pasta and a jug of wine to make a man happy. Try it out, you won't be disappointed.
(5)Tom C.
I went into here thinking it was a Macaroni Grill or some other chintzy Italian chain. But I was actually surprised. I got the Tag Pic Pac which is pasta, basil, garlic, tomatoes, and I added chicken. Very fresh and delicious - again, I was surprised. It was a Friday night and pretty packed, and we got our food in a reasonable amount of time. My only beef was the service could have been a bit better. Got food before utensils and we had the hunt the guy down for the check. But food wise, pretty good.
(4)Cindy O.
We live near this restaurant, so frequent it a lot. Each time we've been there, the service has been excellent! The mood is always friendly, upbeat, & if you have a b-day, the singing superb! Only one complaint - and it's a biggee - the food is always too salty! they need to cut back on the salt on their soups, entrees, everything!
(3)Amy L.
I love this place from start of meal the the end of the meal. They have great salads but I always get the mamas scipy chicken. Chicken, small round noodles, carrots, celery, potatoes to help thicken it, spices to give it a little kick. So good. I then usually get the chicken trio with the garlic mashed potatoes. They cook this chicken on an open flame and gives it the great char taste (char not burnt) and it juicy. The garlic mashed potatoes are really yummy too. Not to much garlic, just right. Of coarse the dessert. Even if there is no room for it I always order it even if I take it home. The called the Sogno Di Chiocclate (chocolate Dream) I am dreaming about just telling you about it. It is for the chocolate lover. It is fudge brownie that has kahlua brushed on it, chocolate mousse, whipped cream and a home made chocolate sauce (that is to die for) all put together. It is the perfect bite.
(4)Pk G.
We have eaten here about a dozen times in the last two years. The service is always good and the quality of the food is good for the price. We usually split the Sirloin Marsala and order a extra salad. That is enough for both of us after we have bread with it. The atmosphere is nice and it is always clean. We take our four teenage girls and they always want to sit at the bar seats near the pizza oven. I have found that sometimes we are treated to "samples" when we sit there. Always a good experience!!
(4)Jason K.
If you are looking for a place where the service matches the food, look no further. This family style Americanized-Italian restaurant was beyond comparison. The staff is very friendly and if you have children, they will well entertained while stuffing their faces with amazing food. From the freshly baked bread to the main coarse, every bite was like a new adventure for my taste buds. They have a wide variety of food but I highly recommend the pasta dishes. Your mouth will thank you the moment you take your first bite.
(5)Panama R.
Flavor yo. This place actually uses fresh herbs and spices and food tastes like it. Most places food is bland. This place you taste the garlic you tast the pepper. I honestly think the best thing they do/have is the bread and olive oil wtih herbs and seasonings they bring out. Serious stuff. Lasagna is pretty good too. Here is a tip. Do not order brushetta. way overpriced, toast usually a little too crispy (burned) and the bread and herbed olive oil is better, free and unlimited.
(4)Jeffrey M.
Great family dinner with fantastic service. Had the Sirloin Masala. Would highly recommend!
(5)Karen S.
We arrived at Carrabbas early on a Saturday (around 5:00 p.m.) the restaurant was only 1/2 full we proceeded to the hostess desk and she told us it would be a little bit before we were seated. My husband asked why so long when they are only 1/2 full and he was told that it was because they didn't have the servers, why not seat us, explain that to us and get us a drink? That would make you feel like a valued customer. Our server came over and took our drink order, my husband ordered his usual, spaghetti and meatballs, I ordered from the tasting menu, bruschetta for an appetizer, salad and parmasean crusted chicken. my appetizer should come out first, and we waited, and waited, and waited, finally the server came over and told us it had been given to another table, so they had to make it again, so we waited, and waited, and waited 1/2 hour to get my appetizer which basically is toast with a tomato topping on it which is actually served on the side. once I finished my app, it was time for our soup/salad course, and we waited and waited, so it finally came. Then about 1/2 hour later we were brought our main dish. The size of my husbands spaghetti was about 1/2 the size it used be. Mine came with a sauce on the side which I tasted and it was cold, I asked the server if it was suppose to be cold and she said she didn't know. I responded by saying I can't imagine they would give you cold sauce to put on a hot dish. She said she could bring me another one, so I waited and waited and waited she came back and said the manager was going to bring it so I waited and waited and finally the server brought it. once we finished we asked for the check and you guessed it, we waited and waited and waited. She finally brought the check and not only had I been charged for the tasting menu dinner she also charged me for the appetizer that comes with it. I waited for her to come back and told her, she took it back to change it when she brought it back I told her to wait for my payment because I didn't want to be there all night. We finally left 2 1/2 hours later.
(1)Tim M.
This location is the closest to my house and I've eaten here many times. The service is always great as is the food. Their minestrone soup is amazing and I never fail to order it. I've never even tasted one of their salads. Have also had the manager come to the table and chat on occasion as well as give us a complimentary copy of one of their cook books. I love non-chain restaurants but Carrabbas is one of the exceptions. I can't imagine ever getting tired of their food.
(5)James A.
Great food above average prices but will return.
(4)Chris W.
Wow, we kinda forgot about Carrabbas for a while and what a pleasant experience and I really enjoyed my dinner! I had one of their specials Prosciutto wrapped Pork Tenderloin medalians. This is grilled and seasoned with a "port sauce" and I got to tell you, very tasty! Everyone at our table had something different and all seemed to really enjoy their dishes as well. The attmosphere is nice, not too loud, well lit, but not overly bright, their is a slight wood smoke smell (from their oven/grill which is a nice touch. We will certainly be back.
(4)Luke B.
I have never had a bad meal here. The food is always top notch, with the staff always going above and beyound.
(5)Paul L.
Typical chain Italian food. Not bad but not great.
(3)Mike H.
I went here recently while in the area on business and since I was alone, I pulled up a seat at the bar. I decided to start off with a salad and ordered my entree at the same time. I noticed the place was reasonably busy and expected my order to take a bit of time, but after twenty minutes went by after finishing my salad and no entree, I started to wonder if they'd forgotten my order. Just as I was getting ready to inquire, a gentleman approached me and introduced himself as one of the managing partners. He apologized for the delay, didn't make excuses, and told me my dinner was on them! I was impressed not only by the way they handled what could have been an unpleasant experience, but was also impressed by the quality of their food even if the service was slow. I will make it a point to go here again and give them a well deserved opportunity to get the service part right next time.
(5)Alison V.
For a chain restaurant, this place is pretty good. The menu isn't so extensive that you lose quality in food. Actually, having a one page menu plus a one page alcohol menu is my ideal. I got the Pollo Rosa Maria and it was actually pretty delicious. I had spaghetti as my side and that left a bit to be desired, but still complemented my meal nicely. The salad came quickly, as did the bread. No complaints there. The service was attentive and my drink never went empty. However, when I said I had never been to a Carrabbas before the server proceeded to explain nearly every dish on the menu. I could have lived without that, but I suppose it could be useful to have the Italian words (that are quite obvious what they mean in English) explained to some. Overall, for a chain Italian place this is pretty good. In my book the quality is significantly better than Olive Garden, but the range of selection is much more limited.
(4)Aaron R.
Carrabbas markets itself as an upscale Italian restaurant but doesn't quite fulfill its promise. The dimly lit restaurant and open kitchen with woodfire oven creates a good mood and typically for dinner service it's mostly filled and the wait service is prompt. Foodwise, it is similar to Olive Garden but for a higher cost. The lasagna, polla rosa maria, veal marsal and chicken parmegian all are about as good as you could make at home - I most recently had the polla rosa maria and unfortunately the fontina cheese was a liquid mess on the plate instead of adding to the texture of the chicken. Still, the portions are fine and the food is never poor - however, you may end up feeling disappointed for the cost.
(3)Craig K.
We went to Carrabba's to celebrate my parents 40th anniversary last week. Beginning to end it was great. Charles, our server, was excellent as was all the wait staff we dealt with. The food was really good, the Chicken Parmesan especially. I'll be back for sure.
(5)Summer W.
Great food, kid friendly! Our server brought fresh dough for our kids to play with while our meal was being prepared:-)
(4)Peaches And Cream Y.
Yum! First time I'd eaten here...hooray for birthdays! First off, the salad was fresh and the dressing was delicious! The calamari appetizer was tasty, came with a lemon pepper butter sauce and marinara... We tried the chicken parm (tasty and tender) and the pollo rosa maria (mushrooms and some random spices). Delish! Meals also come with bread and an olive oil/herb spread. Staff is really nice and helpful as well. Will definitely be going back!
(4)Sondra H.
The food is pretty good. Kind of salty in my opinion, but my boyfriend thinks it's fine. I've had quite a few items on the menu. The chicken Caesar salad is amazing. This location in particular always has the lentil and sausage soup, which is awesome. I'll come to Carrabba's just for that. The servers have usually been a bit snotty, which took me by surprise. Yeah, it's not Olive Garden, but it's no Avanti either. Be warned though! The order in/take out is god awful. The food is fine, but the servers have always messed up my order. I've called in for food about 5 times and not one time did they get my order correct. Often they charged me for everything I ordered, but when I would get my bags, several items would be missing. The manager has always been accommodating after I'd call in the problem by either refunding the missing items or sending a voucher, but put simply, I just want my food! So call car-side at your own risk!
(3)Jennifer M.
Quite possibly the best (and consistently so) service in phoenix...for the prices. Amazing!! The servers are always happy and smiling - they are quick and my glass is never empty The food is always equally amazing...wonderfully hot and steaming and the flavor is superb hard combination in todays chain restaurant monopoly
(5)Man Is H A.
Someone told us they have great wood fired pizza, so we really went for that over anything else. the bread was warm and fresh, and the dipping oil was flavorful. Wished our server told us the ingrediants liek the server at the next table. Pizza was good, but wouldnt drive here just for that. Salad was average, at best.
(3)Lawanda J.
Did not like, few selections, not really cost effective
(2)Matt R.
the best the best the best love eating here not only for Italian but its my favorite for steak!! get the sirloin or fillet marsella the best as well as the pollo rosa marie (chicken) to die for everything is good here and great service!!! I go at least once a month....
(5)Barbara M.
YUMMY! The pasta was very well done. The shrimp were larger than I expected and blended well with the cheese sauce. Definitely better than Olive Garden any day of the year.
(5)amy c.
always a rock solid dining experience at Carrabba's, and the staff at this location is the best, in my opinion. The lentil soup is as good as any I've had. One of our standby's, and one of the few chain restaurants we actually frequent.
(5)Jesus N.
Firs time here To be honest i wasn't expecting that much But it was really good They have a nice customer service And food its so delicious Definitive I'm coming back
(5)Sarah V.
Gluten Free Review... We have been going to this Carrabba's for the last year or so. I am a celiac and after some research felt comfortable enough with the food handling practices to give it a go. I have never been ill after eating at this Carrabba's. The wait staff and management always make me feel comfortable with the how my food is prepared and handled. The one time an error was made with my steak (server entered it as well done not medium well) they not only fixed the problem quickly but they removed the meal from the check (I insisted they put it back and they wouldn't) and brought a free desert. I am glad this is a great gluten free option for us and they service is over the top great!
(5)Bernice G.
Great service, food and bottled. Ask for the best waiter, Cody! He's knows he's menu to the T! We will be back and request you! The wine special was awesome! The shrimp and scallop alla vodka was to die for!
(5)Brett C.
Meh...it's a chain. Went in with family on a Friday evening. Not busy. Good service, blah overpriced food. Quality food, just boring, with the exception of the flatbread appetizer. That was tasty. If you want good Italian classics, go to Bella Luna instead.
(3)Rossi M.
So so good we loved everything about this place service was excellent and food was outstanding definitely way better then Olive Garden for sure!
(5)Larry P.
Great service, and the food was excellent, I had pasta with shrimp and meat sauce and really enjoyed it. Everyone was friendly, and even more important, competent.
(4)Jeff B.
Hadn't been to Carraba's in years and first time at this one. We called ahead and put ourselves on the wait list but when we arrived at 7:00 PM our table was ready. We were given water and menus right away and Cody greeted us soon after. Without apps, we a ordered our meals and drinks together. My wife ordered the Baked Salmon with garlic mashed pots and a glass of Chardonnay. Our daughter ordered the Sirloin with garlic mash plus champagne and her husband got the Chicken Trio, garlic mash and a glass of merlot. I ordered the Chicken Trio, but subbed one type of chicken (prosecco for Marsala) with garlic mash. Our salads and soup arrived quickly. The soup (lentil sausage) was excellent, as recommended by our server. The salads were fresh, crisp, cold and portioned right. The meals arrived about 10 mins later. My trio got mixed up: they left the Marsala on the plate and took out the Chicken Maria. Too bad. The Prosecco Chicken was the highlight, with crispy coating, juicy insides and flavorful profile. The Chicken Bryan is always a fave of mine too. Cody did an excellent job with our table, refilling half-empty glasses, apologizing for the mistake with the Marsala and generally keeping up a good conversation. I planned on mentioning him to the manager but it was very busy and folks were waiting for our table by the time we were done.
(4)Sherin C.
I came in only because I receieved a gift card. Boy was I pleasantly surprised! Food was delish as was my sparkling wine. Server was nice. Overall a good experience.
(4)Theresa S.
What happened to The Carraba's I always raved about. Had dinner with my husband at the Venice Carraba's. The servings were small. The chicken was overly seasoned, salty and peppery. Two slices of a mushroom on a piece of chicken Marsala,the size of a deck of cards. A small side of pasta, half a cup. Very small salad. All for a whopping 16.29. The lasagna my husband had was mostly pasta and a small serving. I am not happy.
(2)Nele V.
I'm actually here at the moment, and their food is so great I just had to yelp about it! Even as I ate their appetizers I was like "omg"...
(5)Alicia R.
I had been wanting to try Carrabbas for a very long time and once I did I was rather dissappointed. Maybe my hopes were a little too high but the food was just okay and the service wasn't too great also. I have only been here once so I will have to give it another try and update my review once I do so.
(2)Linda L.
For a chain restaurant.. This particular location is amazing! Both food and service. I always order the mussels as an appetizer and it's delicious and last night was the best we had! Yummo!! Also had their Sicilian soup, spaghetti, Alfredo's, and pork chop entrees. I love the pastas because it tastes like it's made fresh. Very light. Not like Olive Garden or Oreganos. Carrabas is a top pick for Italian family dinner nights. This place would be an awesome 5 stars if their house wines are on point but I'm also a wine snob so...
(4)Jade W.
Had a good meal at Carrabba's. Enjoyed the Sicilian Chicken Soup and spaghetti with meat sauce. Good Italian bread. Service was also good. No complaints, other than the price!
(4)Lisa D.
We order takeout from here regularly. They have an easy to use online ordering system. As for the food we have enjoyed everything we have gotten here. I highly recommend the calamari. You will not be disappointed with what you order. Pickup is easy, just needing to park in the takeout spot and they will bring the food to you. The downside is that they always take longer than they say and we have to make sure to double check our order since they have forgotten items we have ordered on three occasions.
(4)Barbara F.
Amazing food. The staff couldn't be more accommodating. They will any dish the way you want and if it's not right they will do it again. I also had a chance to try their Sangria out of this world blackberry or peach was my favorite. I'll b back again and again. Thank you .
(5)Gurkaran B.
The experience I had today at Carrabas Italian Grill was worse than any other I had ever had here. First we placed our order online. We made a 20 kinute drive to the restaurant only to find out the carryout waitress had forgotten to write down our order! We then waites another 30 minutes while she tried to figure out what had happened instead of simply giving us our food so we could be on our way. Worst. Experience. Ever
(2)Kevin A.
Service was TERRIBLE! The waitress' name was Jessica and she ignored our table after dropping off the food. She had NO manners. Other waitresses picked up the slack, but still not good enough. Waitress looked like it was miserable to work here.
(1)Elliot J.
Why say a bunch of stuff we simply love this place is a real Italian delicious dinner it make look Olive Garden like a fast food. So yes we highly recommend this place and we can say wow to this Awesome place. Menu is great, servers are Awesome, Management is so much better than others places the manager went to our table and i was so polite with us that we score this place with A+ in all aspects.
(5)Gerardo H.
I came here for valentine's and my anniversary and it was a great meal. I got an amazing appetizer, drink, dinner, and dessert for $60 and it was all really great. Other places of such elegance would have charged me way more. I will definitely go back again another time, it is worth it.
(5)Tyler K.
Excellent service! I never would have been able to stop eating/drinking because there was always more placed in front of me. Delicious chicken Parmigiana, cooked wonderfully and lots of flavor. No complaints at all.
(5)Arnie G.
First time there today had the best waiter Joel they took care of everything app zucchini fritas awesome. Ceasar salad excellent my wife a personal chef had the lobster ravioli she said was the best she has tasted definitely going to be a regular now
(5)Glenda E.
Mediocre...quite disappointing. We typically do get take out for dinner but it's a Friday night and I don't like the long waits for a table. I may reconsider and wait next time. Obviously by the lasagna photos it wasn't looking like a good start. One was actual lasagna the other was the remainder of the bottom of the pan. My husband said it was like mush. He let me have the "good" one. My daughter had the wood grilled chicken she said it was good. The dessert was chocolate dream but was a nightmare... It was hard and tasted stale. Which is odd because I thought they made them daily? We eat at Carrabbas four times a month at least and this was probably the most disappointing... I hope that this was not the norm for getting take out because it leaves a bad impression about the restaurant which I know is better than what I experienced tonight.
(2)Roxanne I.
Kudos to Carrabbas for a real gluten free menu that wasn't filled with dairy ladden options. We use to be regulars till I was diagnosed with celiacs. There staff is knowledgeable about gluten and even delivered my salad by saying "we have a gluten free salad". Usually they show up with croutons. Thanks Carrabbas.
(5)Desirea D.
We brought my step-daughter out here for her 17th birthday a few nights ago. It was fantastic. I am a little disappointed that they do not sing, but I understand the desire to keep the restaurant quiet for everyone else. :-) They did bring her a fantastic dessert, on the house, and our waitress was fantastic. I wish I remembered her name, but I was too distracted to pay much attention. The food was amazing, and my family that I dragged out who had never been to one before are now in love.
(5)Geoffrey C.
We have not been here for a few years and the last time it was quite good...things have definitely changed! Overall the dining room was dirty, way too bright, just too many senior citizens (sorry)! Then came the food...small portions, very salty, very prepackaged feeling, not good! The server was overbearing and the overall value was poor.
(2)Rebecca C.
We have been going here for several years now. They go above and beyond to make dishes no longer on the menu, and make every customer feel valued. I ordered my dish wrong and the owner insisted on remaking the dish even though it was my mistake. Always fresh ingredients and minestrone consistently divine! Definitely a regular for our family! Thank you Carrabas!
(5)Barbara O.
I would be remiss if I didn't update my review. After this disappointing meal, and lack of response from Teresa, I did call again to simply try to get credit for the food I didn't get. This time I got a man (can't recall his name) who identified himself as a managing partner. I explained my issue and he immediately said he would credit the whole ticket. I told him that was not necessary - just credit for the missing meal would do. He insisted and then also sent me a gift card. So glad I attempted again. Faith restored - we will go to Carrabba's again!
(4)Dave B.
Location Is NOT open for lunch as hours say on Yelp.. Monday to Friday they open at 4. Please fix your information.
(1)Todd S.
I go here three times a week. The service is airways excellent and the proprietor Serik really cares about his patrons. The food is good Italian, much better than u have found at the Olive Garden. The bartenders are all incredibly friendly and they have a fantastic happy hour.
(5)Michelle J.
Horrible food. The pasta was mashed together and overly done. I never ate fettuccine so poorly done in my life. I ended up sending my food back because it was too old, salty, and gross. It was a waste of trip to there.
(1)Erica N.
Delightful server Desiree answered our questions, kept the bread coming beverages full and recommended her favorites. I enjoyed a shrimp and scallop pasta, red sangria, and an Italian salad. No complaints. Loved every bite.
(4)Ronald Lee I.
My boyfriend and I are visiting Phoenix this week and last night and we deiced to dine here at the Carrabba's in Avondale. In short, the food was AMAZING, our server Robert was INCREDIBLE and our overall experience was PERFECT. We were greeted by a sweet young lady that quickly seated us at a table where we were more than comfortable and eagerly awaiting our Server. We took a while to browse the menu and make our choices but Robert was so kind, patient, attentive and moreover, extremely helpful in guiding us through and advising us on the dishes and the menu options. We ordered the salad with Italian dressing and they were divine, fresh greens, tomatoes and flawlessly ripened olives with a perfectly tangy Italian dressing. The complementary Carrabba's bread was equally wonderful, accented with olive oil and Carrabba's herb seasoning mix. My boyfriend, being a vegetarian went with the Baked Ravioli Parmesan which was Panko breaded ravioli filled with five Italian cheeses, lightly fried then baked and topped with pomodoro sauce, romano and mozzarella cheese of which, he loved. I had the Fettuccine Carrabba which was Fettuccine Alfredo with wood-grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms and peas. As suggested by Robert, Carrabba's open kitchen made it exactly to my specs with extra mushrooms and peas and even with extra Alfredo sauce on the side in a separate bowl. My plate was heaping full with moist chicken, firm pasta and topped with immaculately cooked mushrooms and peas. As suggested by Robert we finished our dining experience with the John Cole desert, a glorious creation consisting of Vanilla ice cream, caramel sauce and roasted cinnamon rum pecans, just AWESOME! And while I am not big on ice cream, this desert was no mere ice cream. It was so delicious, the ice cream had a marvelously icy yet creamy texture, the caramel sauce was balanced perfectly and while I hate nuts, once having tried the roasted cinnamon rum pecans. I made sure to include some in every bite. I left Carrabba's stuffed and so satiated I was on the verge of falling asleep. For the quality of the food, personal attention and overall professionalism the moderate cost was well worth the experience. In closing, I would with all my heart, recommend to anyone, that you reward yourself with the overwhelmingly pleasurable experience of dining at the Carrabba's in Avondale. The atmosphere is wonderful and they are staffed with some of the most professional and pleasant people I have ever had the pleasure of being served by. I am still taken by just how wonderful our evening was. A special thanks to our extraordinary server Robert, we loved you and Carrabba's is lucky to have you in their employ!
(5)H B.
My husband and I were visiting the area and decided to stop in for a late lunch early dinner. The service was excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. I have diet restrictions and when I asked questions the waitress Mary happily asked the chef if certain items contained sugar. She was eager to assist me in choosing the right dish based off my food restrictions. The food was succulent and flavorful. I order the wood grilled chicken with red sauce made the way I needed to be done with no sugar and no cheese. My husband went off of the waitress recommendation and had the Mahi Wulfe. My husband said his fish was outstanding. During or visit we even met the owner he was polite and helpful as well. It is nice to go to a restaurant and get knowledgeable service. They did it right. Bravo!
(5)Marla V.
who knew? an amazing and kick-ass Italian restaurant in Phoenix. My cousin was not joking when she said this place rocks. appetizer that we shared: Shrimp Scampi...delicious in a buttery, garlic, white wine and lemon sauce. I ordered the Pasta Sostanza - Tagliarini with sautéed mushrooms, artichoke hearts and spinach in tomato basil sauce topped with seasoned breadcrumbs. Out of this world!!! (with shrimp) My cousin ordered the Pasta Carrabba - Fettuccine alfredo with grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms and peas. It was pretty good. :) Dessert: Sogno Di Cioccolata "Chocolate Dream" - A rich fudge brownie, with chocolate mousse, fresh whipped cream and homemade chocolate sauce. Heaven in your mouth! loooooooooooved this place. service is awesome. portions are gigantic. the place is low key and not fancy-schmancy, it's kind of like going to an Olive Garden - but the food doesn't taste like cafeteria food. :) I highly suggest this Carrabba's! I am going back for more. Oh, yeah - there is a gluten-free menu! Awesome!
(5)Ellen M.
I have been to Carrabba's several times and I really enjoy their food. I have had their chicken parmesan, shrimp dishes, attended there happy hours, etc. I often send gift cards to my sister in S. Carolina, as she loves them too. Their prices are reasonable and have never had a bad experience. Food and Staff are great! I will eat there again.
(4)Stephanie M.
There really wasn't much excitement behind trying Carrabas, other than the fact we had a gift card. By the end of the night not only were my husband and I impressed but our toddlers as well. The service was excellent and the food was exceptional! The chicken marsala was by far our favorite! The chicken was tender, full of flavor with a perfect amount of melted cheese on top. My daughters had the spaghetti with meat balls which they finished. We ended our meal with the apple crostata, warm apple pie with ice cream. Sometimes this type of dessert is served look warm ruining the hot/cold concept. That was not the case last night, the apple pie was hot and the ice cream was perfect! Before we left the manager came over thanked us for our first visit and gave us a free appetizer for the next visit.
(5)Debbie T.
A few weeks ago, we had come here after a long time. We decided to go again tonight, to see if the last time was a fluke, or they had really gotten that much better. Well, the answer was...they really have gotten better! Tonight our server was Joel, who was friendly, attentive and quick to refill our ice teas. For our appetizer, we got the zucchini fritte. It was scrumptious! The zucchini were cut in small strips, lightly breaded and seasoned, with an amazing garlic aioli dipping sauce. We ate them like fries, they were so good! Our caesar salads were actually much better. The last time, mine was underdressed and undercroutoned (if that isn't a word, it should be). This time, it tasted like it should, and the parmesan on top was really wonderful. My hubby got the same thing he ordered last time (combo of chicken parmesan and fried ravioli), but instead of garlic mashed as his side, he went with fettucini alfredo. He told me that it was even better than the last time he had it. I decided to go a little lighter and ordered the wood-grilled chicken. It was perfectly cooked, nicely seasoned and juicy. My side was sauteed green beans, which were really flavorful. I decided to add the 5th star this time, since they outdid themselves with everything.
(5)Rebecca C.
If I could give them 0 stars, I would. We went here for my daughter's birthday. I ordered the chicken trio off of the gluten free menu with sauteed spinach as a side, my friend ordered the pollo Sorrento, my children ordered the spaghetti with meatball and cheese pizza. The chicken dishes were so salty, they could not be eaten. The spinach, which was said to be sauteed in olive oil and garlic was lightly wilted on top, completely soggy on the bottom and there was no garlic at all. When talking to the waitress, I tried to explain that a lot of chicken is injected with a 2% saline solution to aid in flavor, and you need to lessen the amount of salt added to it to keep it from getting too salty. She got the manager, and the manager misunderstood, thinking we were saying THEY injected the chicken with saline (read the package of the chicken you buy, a lot of commercial chicken is this way). My youngest barely touched her pizza, but my oldest (birthday girl) enjoyed her spaghetti. They enjoyed the birthday dessert. The manager and server were nice about everything, and it wasn't their fault the food was not good. They had a pretty good gluten free menu, and 2 options for dessert, which is more than a lot of places have.
(1)Judy L.
I am surprised I have not checked in or reviewed this place. My inlaws LOVES this place. We meet up with the inlaws for Sunday dinner. The staff is always friend, helpful, and attentive. My chicken soup was salty. I order the Pasta Carrabba (Fettuccine alfredo with grilled chicken, sautéed mushrooms and peas). It was basically noodles with olive oil & a few sliced grilled chicken with no alfredo sauce. Bummer!
(3)Bob H.
My family and I frequent here often and are always please with the food and the service. Keep it up.
(5)Robert L.
Always solid , NEVER disappoints us. I try something new all the time and I know they will deliver ! Try it , they won't let you down.
(4)Jeffrey M.
Great family dinner with fantastic service. Had the Sirloin Masala. Would highly recommend!
(5)James A.
Great food above average prices but will return.
(4)Paul L.
Typical chain Italian food. Not bad but not great.
(3)Chris W.
Wow, we kinda forgot about Carrabbas for a while and what a pleasant experience and I really enjoyed my dinner! I had one of their specials Prosciutto wrapped Pork Tenderloin medalians. This is grilled and seasoned with a "port sauce" and I got to tell you, very tasty! Everyone at our table had something different and all seemed to really enjoy their dishes as well. The attmosphere is nice, not too loud, well lit, but not overly bright, their is a slight wood smoke smell (from their oven/grill which is a nice touch. We will certainly be back.
(4)Luke B.
I have never had a bad meal here. The food is always top notch, with the staff always going above and beyound.
(5)Panama R.
Flavor yo. This place actually uses fresh herbs and spices and food tastes like it. Most places food is bland. This place you taste the garlic you tast the pepper. I honestly think the best thing they do/have is the bread and olive oil wtih herbs and seasonings they bring out. Serious stuff. Lasagna is pretty good too. Here is a tip. Do not order brushetta. way overpriced, toast usually a little too crispy (burned) and the bread and herbed olive oil is better, free and unlimited.
(4)Karen S.
We arrived at Carrabbas early on a Saturday (around 5:00 p.m.) the restaurant was only 1/2 full we proceeded to the hostess desk and she told us it would be a little bit before we were seated. My husband asked why so long when they are only 1/2 full and he was told that it was because they didn't have the servers, why not seat us, explain that to us and get us a drink? That would make you feel like a valued customer. Our server came over and took our drink order, my husband ordered his usual, spaghetti and meatballs, I ordered from the tasting menu, bruschetta for an appetizer, salad and parmasean crusted chicken. my appetizer should come out first, and we waited, and waited, and waited, finally the server came over and told us it had been given to another table, so they had to make it again, so we waited, and waited, and waited 1/2 hour to get my appetizer which basically is toast with a tomato topping on it which is actually served on the side. once I finished my app, it was time for our soup/salad course, and we waited and waited, so it finally came. Then about 1/2 hour later we were brought our main dish. The size of my husbands spaghetti was about 1/2 the size it used be. Mine came with a sauce on the side which I tasted and it was cold, I asked the server if it was suppose to be cold and she said she didn't know. I responded by saying I can't imagine they would give you cold sauce to put on a hot dish. She said she could bring me another one, so I waited and waited and waited she came back and said the manager was going to bring it so I waited and waited and finally the server brought it. once we finished we asked for the check and you guessed it, we waited and waited and waited. She finally brought the check and not only had I been charged for the tasting menu dinner she also charged me for the appetizer that comes with it. I waited for her to come back and told her, she took it back to change it when she brought it back I told her to wait for my payment because I didn't want to be there all night. We finally left 2 1/2 hours later.
(1)Tim M.
This location is the closest to my house and I've eaten here many times. The service is always great as is the food. Their minestrone soup is amazing and I never fail to order it. I've never even tasted one of their salads. Have also had the manager come to the table and chat on occasion as well as give us a complimentary copy of one of their cook books. I love non-chain restaurants but Carrabbas is one of the exceptions. I can't imagine ever getting tired of their food.
(5)Mike H.
I went here recently while in the area on business and since I was alone, I pulled up a seat at the bar. I decided to start off with a salad and ordered my entree at the same time. I noticed the place was reasonably busy and expected my order to take a bit of time, but after twenty minutes went by after finishing my salad and no entree, I started to wonder if they'd forgotten my order. Just as I was getting ready to inquire, a gentleman approached me and introduced himself as one of the managing partners. He apologized for the delay, didn't make excuses, and told me my dinner was on them! I was impressed not only by the way they handled what could have been an unpleasant experience, but was also impressed by the quality of their food even if the service was slow. I will make it a point to go here again and give them a well deserved opportunity to get the service part right next time.
(5)Alison V.
For a chain restaurant, this place is pretty good. The menu isn't so extensive that you lose quality in food. Actually, having a one page menu plus a one page alcohol menu is my ideal. I got the Pollo Rosa Maria and it was actually pretty delicious. I had spaghetti as my side and that left a bit to be desired, but still complemented my meal nicely. The salad came quickly, as did the bread. No complaints there. The service was attentive and my drink never went empty. However, when I said I had never been to a Carrabbas before the server proceeded to explain nearly every dish on the menu. I could have lived without that, but I suppose it could be useful to have the Italian words (that are quite obvious what they mean in English) explained to some. Overall, for a chain Italian place this is pretty good. In my book the quality is significantly better than Olive Garden, but the range of selection is much more limited.
(4)Aaron R.
Carrabbas markets itself as an upscale Italian restaurant but doesn't quite fulfill its promise. The dimly lit restaurant and open kitchen with woodfire oven creates a good mood and typically for dinner service it's mostly filled and the wait service is prompt. Foodwise, it is similar to Olive Garden but for a higher cost. The lasagna, polla rosa maria, veal marsal and chicken parmegian all are about as good as you could make at home - I most recently had the polla rosa maria and unfortunately the fontina cheese was a liquid mess on the plate instead of adding to the texture of the chicken. Still, the portions are fine and the food is never poor - however, you may end up feeling disappointed for the cost.
(3)Craig K.
We went to Carrabba's to celebrate my parents 40th anniversary last week. Beginning to end it was great. Charles, our server, was excellent as was all the wait staff we dealt with. The food was really good, the Chicken Parmesan especially. I'll be back for sure.
(5)Summer W.
Great food, kid friendly! Our server brought fresh dough for our kids to play with while our meal was being prepared:-)
(4)Peaches And Cream Y.
Yum! First time I'd eaten here...hooray for birthdays! First off, the salad was fresh and the dressing was delicious! The calamari appetizer was tasty, came with a lemon pepper butter sauce and marinara... We tried the chicken parm (tasty and tender) and the pollo rosa maria (mushrooms and some random spices). Delish! Meals also come with bread and an olive oil/herb spread. Staff is really nice and helpful as well. Will definitely be going back!
(4)Sondra H.
The food is pretty good. Kind of salty in my opinion, but my boyfriend thinks it's fine. I've had quite a few items on the menu. The chicken Caesar salad is amazing. This location in particular always has the lentil and sausage soup, which is awesome. I'll come to Carrabba's just for that. The servers have usually been a bit snotty, which took me by surprise. Yeah, it's not Olive Garden, but it's no Avanti either. Be warned though! The order in/take out is god awful. The food is fine, but the servers have always messed up my order. I've called in for food about 5 times and not one time did they get my order correct. Often they charged me for everything I ordered, but when I would get my bags, several items would be missing. The manager has always been accommodating after I'd call in the problem by either refunding the missing items or sending a voucher, but put simply, I just want my food! So call car-side at your own risk!
(3)Jennifer M.
Quite possibly the best (and consistently so) service in phoenix...for the prices. Amazing!! The servers are always happy and smiling - they are quick and my glass is never empty The food is always equally amazing...wonderfully hot and steaming and the flavor is superb hard combination in todays chain restaurant monopoly
(5)Man Is H A.
Someone told us they have great wood fired pizza, so we really went for that over anything else. the bread was warm and fresh, and the dipping oil was flavorful. Wished our server told us the ingrediants liek the server at the next table. Pizza was good, but wouldnt drive here just for that. Salad was average, at best.
(3)Lawanda J.
Did not like, few selections, not really cost effective
(2)Matt R.
the best the best the best love eating here not only for Italian but its my favorite for steak!! get the sirloin or fillet marsella the best as well as the pollo rosa marie (chicken) to die for everything is good here and great service!!! I go at least once a month....
(5)Barbara M.
YUMMY! The pasta was very well done. The shrimp were larger than I expected and blended well with the cheese sauce. Definitely better than Olive Garden any day of the year.
(5)Roman S.
I travel to my condo in Phoenix usually once a month and every trip I always go to Carrabbas. The food is excellent as well as the service. The meatballs with Riccotta cheese are my favorite appetizer. Serving portions are very generous and I usually have enough leftovers to take home. Nothing better than a hugh bowl of Carrabbas pasta and a jug of wine to make a man happy. Try it out, you won't be disappointed.
(5)Tom C.
I went into here thinking it was a Macaroni Grill or some other chintzy Italian chain. But I was actually surprised. I got the Tag Pic Pac which is pasta, basil, garlic, tomatoes, and I added chicken. Very fresh and delicious - again, I was surprised. It was a Friday night and pretty packed, and we got our food in a reasonable amount of time. My only beef was the service could have been a bit better. Got food before utensils and we had the hunt the guy down for the check. But food wise, pretty good.
(4)Cindy O.
We live near this restaurant, so frequent it a lot. Each time we've been there, the service has been excellent! The mood is always friendly, upbeat, & if you have a b-day, the singing superb! Only one complaint - and it's a biggee - the food is always too salty! they need to cut back on the salt on their soups, entrees, everything!
(3)Amy L.
I love this place from start of meal the the end of the meal. They have great salads but I always get the mamas scipy chicken. Chicken, small round noodles, carrots, celery, potatoes to help thicken it, spices to give it a little kick. So good. I then usually get the chicken trio with the garlic mashed potatoes. They cook this chicken on an open flame and gives it the great char taste (char not burnt) and it juicy. The garlic mashed potatoes are really yummy too. Not to much garlic, just right. Of coarse the dessert. Even if there is no room for it I always order it even if I take it home. The called the Sogno Di Chiocclate (chocolate Dream) I am dreaming about just telling you about it. It is for the chocolate lover. It is fudge brownie that has kahlua brushed on it, chocolate mousse, whipped cream and a home made chocolate sauce (that is to die for) all put together. It is the perfect bite.
(4)Pk G.
We have eaten here about a dozen times in the last two years. The service is always good and the quality of the food is good for the price. We usually split the Sirloin Marsala and order a extra salad. That is enough for both of us after we have bread with it. The atmosphere is nice and it is always clean. We take our four teenage girls and they always want to sit at the bar seats near the pizza oven. I have found that sometimes we are treated to "samples" when we sit there. Always a good experience!!
(4)Jason K.
If you are looking for a place where the service matches the food, look no further. This family style Americanized-Italian restaurant was beyond comparison. The staff is very friendly and if you have children, they will well entertained while stuffing their faces with amazing food. From the freshly baked bread to the main coarse, every bite was like a new adventure for my taste buds. They have a wide variety of food but I highly recommend the pasta dishes. Your mouth will thank you the moment you take your first bite.
(5)amy c.
always a rock solid dining experience at Carrabba's, and the staff at this location is the best, in my opinion. The lentil soup is as good as any I've had. One of our standby's, and one of the few chain restaurants we actually frequent.
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