Recipes with a rich history
PASSED DOWN FROM GENERATION TO GENERATION
The Carrabba's story begins in Sicily, Italy, where the Carrabba's family made a love for food and handmade flavor a family tradition. After immigrating in the early 1900's and settling in Bryan, Texas, the family had grown and in 1986, Johnny Carrabba and his Uncle Damian Mandola opened the first Carrabba's Italian Grill in Houston, Texas.
For them, the concept was simple - a warm and inviting atmosphere, made-from-scratch sauces, big portions of pasta, a wood-fire grill and being true to their Italian roots – a place where they would make their family recipes for other families to enjoy and experience together, just as they did.
Today at Carrabba’s Italian Grill, we still believe nothing is more satisfying than connecting with friends and family over a big plate of delicious food. Check out the videos below to learn more about our classic recipes: Lasagne, Chicken Bryan, Fettuccine Carrabba and Spaghetti & Meatballs.
For them, the concept was simple - a warm and inviting atmosphere, made-from-scratch sauces, big portions of pasta, a wood-fire grill and being true to their Italian roots – a place where they would make their family recipes for other families to enjoy and experience together, just as they did.
Today at Carrabba’s Italian Grill, we still believe nothing is more satisfying than connecting with friends and family over a big plate of delicious food. Check out the videos below to learn more about our classic recipes: Lasagne, Chicken Bryan, Fettuccine Carrabba and Spaghetti & Meatballs.
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What Makes Our Lasagne So Special
What Makes Our Lasagne So Special
Watch our founder, Johnny Carrabba, as he explains how we prepare our signature Lasagne the same way his Grandmother did.
I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t like our lasagne – that includes all kids and adults. It’s a classic!
– Johnny Carrabba
I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t like our lasagne – that includes all kids and adults. It’s a classic!
– Johnny Carrabba
The Story Behind Chicken Bryan
The Story Behind Chicken Bryan
Watch our founder, Johnny Carrabba, tell the story of our iconic Chicken Bryan. At Carrabba's, every dish tells a story.
I wanted to honor my grandfather with a dish, so the Chicken Bryan was a no brainer.
– Johnny Carrabba
I wanted to honor my grandfather with a dish, so the Chicken Bryan was a no brainer.
– Johnny Carrabba
The Story Behind Fettuccini Carrabba
The Story Behind Fettuccini Carrabba
Watch our founder, Johnny Carrabba, tell the story and secret behind our Fettuccine Carrabba. At Carrabba's, every dish tells a story.
We sauté all of our pasta in the sauce and it pays off with giving guests flavor in EVERY bite.
– Johnny Carrabba
We sauté all of our pasta in the sauce and it pays off with giving guests flavor in EVERY bite.
– Johnny Carrabba
How We Make Our Unforgettable Spaghetti & Meatballs
How We Make Our Unforgettable Spaghetti & Meatballs
When a classic is done right, you just know it. Watch as our founder, Johnny Carrabba, explains why our meatballs are unlike any other.
Could not go without trying the Meatballs & Ricotta, it was so good!
– Scott S.
Could not go without trying the Meatballs & Ricotta, it was so good!
– Scott S.