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Carrabba's - The Original on Kirby

Carrabba's - The Original on Kirby

Italian Restaurant$$$$
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    Mark B.
    "Get the Chicken Bryan Texas...you will be happy you did."(2 Tips)
    Chelsea S.
    "I love carrabbas, always good food and service."(2 Tips)
    Jay A.
    "You simply can't beat the original Carrabba's on Kirby."(2 Tips)
    Erica B.
    "Caymus cabernet is a must!"(2 Tips)
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  • Clifton M.heart icon on user image
    Clifton MMay 28, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    I grew up loving Carrabbas; Johnny has maintained a consistent, outstanding combination of great food, great service, comfortable atmosphere, and an above average wine list. A top 3 fave restaurant.
  • Blair A.
    Blair AllenAugust 22, 2018
    Yep, this is THE family that started the chain, except this is the original restaurant. All the food is kicked up a notch and genuine Italian. Highly recommend the Fried Calamari!
  • Clifton M.heart icon on user image
    Clifton MMarch 19, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Everything is good, but you can't beat a house salad, pasta Carrabba, death by chocolate and an excellent wine list. Service is always great but I usually sit at the bar, even with a date.
  • Blair A.
    Blair AllenAugust 19, 2018
     Yep, this is THE family that started the chain, except this is the original restaurant. All the food is kicked up a notch and genuine Italian. Highly recommend the Fried Calamari!
  • Serenaheart icon on user image
    SerenaApril 21, 2013
    If you're going low budget order mamas chicken soup & house salad. Soup is inexpensive but amazing & their creamy salad dressing is unlike any other and you won't leave feeling guilty.
  • Thet C.heart icon on user image
    Thet CruzJune 2, 2019
    The ribeye is good! Their grilled chicken is also very moist. They have large portions that one meal may be good for 2. Great Italian restaurant!
  • Rick H.heart icon on user image
    Rick HApril 25, 2015
    One of the best Italian restaurants I've ever been to. Independent of the regular Carrabbas chain, this is the original. Great date place.
  • Clifton M.heart icon on user image
    Clifton MFebruary 25, 2020
    Been here 25+ times
    Filet w/ Caymus Napa cab by the glass. Cooked perfect. Excellent service (Nadia) as usual.
  • Alex S.heart icon on user image
    Alex S.March 24, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great food and efficient and friendly waiters. Among those I would like to mention Matt who can go an extra mile to make your visit a pleasant experience.
  • Clifton M.heart icon on user image
    Clifton MMarch 3, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    A couple of long time bartenders left, but it’s still a great place. Try the pork chops sometime.
  • Augustine V.heart icon on user image
    Augustine VAugust 16, 2016
    The OG location. Always ask what the special is and make sure you get the salad with their delicious house dressing
  • Clifton M.heart icon on user image
    Clifton MMarch 21, 2023
    Been here 25+ times
    Substituted veal for chicken parmigiana. Awesome. Adaptation 2018 Napa Cab. Always sit at the bar.
  • Jeremiah R.
    Jeremiah ReaganMarch 16, 2012
    Great Food! Been going there since the only 2 Carrabba's were the 2 in Houston (Voss and Kirby) - every other Carrabba's is owned by Outback and doesn't shake a STICK at this restaurant...
  • Kittyheart icon on user image
    KittyJuly 2, 2017
    The desert is amazing,great service and the food is well cooked and delicious! Definitely should visit .
  • Byron  B.heart icon on user image
    Byron  BarclayDecember 24, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The lasagna here is really incredible and there's not a better "house" salad anywhere. This is the original Carrabbas, since 1986.
  • Miriam G.heart icon on user image
    Miriam GoldmanMarch 20, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Quite simply one of the best restaurants in Texas.
  • Darnell J.heart icon on user image
    The ambiance is pleasant and I thought that the house salad and Chicken, Bryan was excellent!
  • Christy L.heart icon on user image
    Christy LandesNovember 3, 2014
    Good service, garage parking is a good alternative to valet. I like house salad and soup. Great herb dipping sauce for hot crusty bread.
  • Edheart icon on user image
    EdNovember 23, 2013
    The Stuffed Shrimp Mandola is really, really good. And the lentil soup and the calamari are strong choices for appetizer.
  • Liss V.heart icon on user image
    Liss V.July 9, 2015
    Could cut the steak with a fork. Excellent wine list. Perfect dessert wine picked by the bartender.
  • Edithheart icon on user image
    EdithOctober 23, 2014
    The Pollo Rosa Maria, Calamari, and Fettuccine Alfredo are all amazing! Best Carraba's!
  • Allen A.
    Allen ArcadeSeptember 25, 2010
    The lentil sausage soup is large enough for two. You'll want to split it with someone. Plenty of staff to take care of you while you wait for your friends or table.
  • Katy I.
    Katy IrvingDecember 22, 2010
    Try the lasagne with a side salad! It's delicious! Also, the spiced olive oil that they bring with the bread is amazing! Leave plenty of room, the portions are large!
  • Jessica B.
    Jessica BOctober 15, 2011
    See, the food is great, but they don't serve gnocchi. It's like the italian must-have! Wine selection and desserts are to die for though.
  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BazinMarch 18, 2013
    Love this place. Great service and management. Get the Chicken Bryan Texas...you will be happy you did.
  • Dustin H.heart icon on user image
    Dustin HaleyDecember 8, 2015
    Great place, typical upscale Italian place. Try the Bruschetta Scotty Thompson!
  • Miriam R.
    Miriam RamirezMarch 31, 2013
    Impeccable service. Very pleasant experience for a busy Easter Sunday. Food well expedited and floor is an organized chaos. Two noms up.
  • Debra O.
    Debra OliverAugust 28, 2014
    Crab stuffed Shrimp are so good! You can substitute the pasta for grilled veggies.
  • Fashion L.
    Fashion LadderApril 15, 2013
    Veal, spendio de mare, eggplant. Everything. Is amazing. Renovation was perfection
  • Jessica B.
    Jessica BOctober 25, 2011
    They won't see me here again for anything but their delicious desserts. How can an Italian restaurant not serve gnocchi!? That's like a French restaurant not serving French onion soup! Great wine.
  • James W.heart icon on user image
    James WilsonJanuary 27, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The fettuccini Alfredo is soooooooooo goooooood. Always crowded ask for George he is the best!!!
  • Jan Erik J.heart icon on user image
    Jan Erik JohanssonApril 14, 2013
    The bar had a couple of the best bartenders in the city. Ask for a Salty Dog
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    RCOctober 4, 2013
    I miss the wood fire grilled chicken and garlic mashed potatoes. Please bring it back.
  • Necole D.
    Necole DrakeJune 14, 2013
    The Chicken Bryan is always delicious !!!! And with good company!! WINNING!!!
  • Jen P.
    Jen PrejeanJuly 27, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Great gluten free options!
  • Joe M.
    Joe MuscaraMarch 5, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    For real entertainment, be here when Johnny Carrabba is in the kitchen.
  • Biff B.
    Biff BigelowFebruary 1, 2011
    Say the secret phrase " my what a big cannoli you have" for a free appetizer.
  • Christopher L.
    Christopher LanganSeptember 8, 2013
    Has to be one of the best Italian restaurant in houston.
  • Patricia O.heart icon on user image
    Patricia OunMay 5, 2013
    Best off menu drink ever - Just ask for Lemoncello straight.
  • Danielle V.heart icon on user image
    Danielle VonaAugust 10, 2016
    Everything!
  • Sergio P.heart icon on user image
    Sergio PaezSeptember 28, 2015
    Good taste, a bit expensive.
  • Chelsea S.
    Chelsea SlaughterApril 24, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I love carrabbas, always good food and service.
  • Randall H.
    Randall HinojosaApril 2, 2013
    Excellent service both valet and wait staff
  • steve f.
    steve flynnAugust 19, 2013
    This Carrabba's is my favorite!!
  • Erica B.
    Erica BiasAugust 1, 2013
    Caymus cabernet is a must!
  • Monica C.heart icon on user image
    Monica CostaAugust 10, 2019
    Shrimp Scampi!
  • Jim S.
    Jim SlatonSeptember 7, 2010
    Sit at the pasta bar, seat #52 & 53 for the best experience!
  • Nisha H.
    Nisha HubbardApril 13, 2013
    Pasta Weezy and Fried Mozzarella
  • Jorge A.
    Jorge AApril 11, 2013
    Great Renovation!
  • CultureMap Houston M.
    Avoid the back side alley unless you enjoy the sound of crashing dishes.
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