Johnny Carrabba and Damian Mandola founded Carrabba’s Italian grill in Houston in December of 1986. Both Johnny and Damian had an impressive level of restaurant experience and were part of one of Houston's most successful families in the restaurant business. Several of the recipes on the menu were made by Damian's mother Grace and sister Rose. Damian works to preserve the Italian authenticity of Carrabba's menu items by traveling across the globe seeking the most unique Italian dishes and by taking multiple trips per year to Italy where his grandparents were from.

After several trips to the Houston area, Carrabba's caught the attention of the owners of outback steak house Inc. A joint venture partnership was established in January of 1993. Under the joint partnership, 10 restaurants were opened between Houston and Florida. In January of 1995, Outback Steakhouse, Inc. obtained the rights to build Carrabba's nationwide. At this point in time there are more than 200 Carrabba's Italian Grill restaurants.

At Carrabba's, a warm, casual atmosphere creates the ideal setting for your next special event. The freshly-prepared and always authentic Italian dishes along with their engaging hospitality allow them to create an exclusive dining experience that is relaxing, enjoyable and memorable. Whether your visit to Carraba’s pertains to business or pleasure, Carrabba's Italian Grill will surpass your expectations and make certain that your event is special for yourself and all who are attending it. The local Managing Partner will be working closely with you to plan the perfect dining room configuration to meet your needs and ensure that their unique and well rounded menu embodies the authentic flavors of Italy for your event. All of the restaurants are both locally owned and operated.

The menu at Carraba’s had meals starting at $3.50 and ranging up to $22.00. The prices of the meals are already low given the outstanding quality of the ingredients; however discounts can be achieved through the use of Carraba’s coupons and coupon codes. The menu has something to please patrons with all variations of taste. The menu has 6 divisions in it which are Antipasti, Zuppe & Insalate, Brick-Oven Pizza, wood-Burning Grill, Pasta selections, and family classics. The main item available on the menu is different variations of pastas. The menu also offers chicken, beef, pork, and an assortment of sea food. Carraba’s sells gift cards which make wonderful gifts. Along with many other restaurants they now have an on-line ordering feature on their web site. On their web site customers can use Carraba’s coupon codes which allow customers to save money and enjoy a premium quality meal at the same time.

The restaurants feature a very classy design that gives it patrons the feeling of being in old Italy. The authentic Italian food only enhances the experience. The lights are usually dimmed low with traditional Italian music playing. You sit at a well set table and if it’s at night they are often candle lit. The overall atmosphere creates a very enjoyable dining experience. The restaurants do have a fully stocked bar. If desired customers may either sit at the bar, in a booth or at a table. The experience as a whole makes Carraba’s an enjoyable place to dine at and with the use of Carraba’s coupons extra affordable too.