Handmade Flavor Meets Warm Hospitality
Our journey began in 1986 in Houston, Texas, when Johnny Charles “Johnny” Carrabba III and his uncle Damian Mandola opened the very first Carrabba’s Italian Grill on Kirby Drive. Rooted in over a century of Sicilian tradition, they brought with them treasured family recipes passed down through generations-recipes that still form the heart of our kitchen today. Wikipedia Carrabba's Italian Grill
Our Mission: From Family Table to Yours
Our core mission has always been simple and sincere: Gather. We welcome you like family at our table. Cook with heart. Every plate honors tradition-and surprises with creativity. Share joy. We believe there’s nothing more satisfying than coming together over great food and laughs. Explore Our Menu
What Makes Our Food Truly Ours
Every dish you enjoy is rooted in authenticity:
Our sauces are made-from-scratch using fresh ingredients.
Our grill achieves its smoky warmth with wood-fire cooking, perfected over decades.
Our recipes-whether crafted by Johnny or inspired by the kitchens of their childhood-celebrate bold flavors balanced with simplicity. Carrabba’s Italian Grill+1
Signature dishes like Chicken Bryan-a grilled chicken breast topped with goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil lemon-butter sauce-are more than menu items; they’re stories of a family’s Texan-Sicilian roots, crafted with both innovation and heart.
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This page brings those values to life-featuring everything from classic pastas and wood-fired specialties to seasonal creations. Think of it as a family album told through flavor, curated for every palate and shared at any table.