One of the two locations still owned and operated by the Carrabba family. We came here for dinner on a weekend, and the place was packed with regulars. Things got off to a great start with the delicious bread service. I also had the house salad, which was fresh and seasoned just right. For the mains, we went with a couple pastas. The sauce in the Linguine Pescatore was excellent, the seafood portion was generous, although the linguine itself was on the thinner and softer side. The Veal Scaloppine was solid too. To finish, the tiramisu was generously portioned and definitely shareable. Service was great throughout. While there are plenty Italian spots popping up, Carrabba's remains a Houston classic and rightfully so. read more

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We were here with a big group of 20 Got seated on time with no problem since we have reservation. The restaurant is packed with customers and they do have a large patio outside too. Food wasn't that good and it was surely overpriced for all the plates. We had pretty much variety of dishes. Most of our group didn't like the food too much. Some had salads the Johnny Rocco and they claimed it was too salty. We also have the Parmesan chicken which was Nah. The worse dish was the Rambo which was supposed to be the monthly special. Surely didn't have the jumbo crab meats as in the menu description. It was tasteless. The pasta taste like it just got out from boil water with no seasoning but it was supposed to cook with white wine and butter but we can't taste any of those ingredients. We had to ask the server to take it back. Not sure if they even deduct that from the bill or not since I didn't pay. Overall experience was quite disappointed. Our servers Christian and Alex weren't very enthusiastic about the service. Can't say I would recommend this place. read more

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The original Carabbas. What can I say except the Voss location is the best !!! Food, drinks and service you cannot beat. Our favorite waiters that always make you feel "at home" are Salvador and Emily. It is a wonderful fun family environment. The food is always spot on. I have never had a bad dish. Our favorites are sausage and peppers, tagliarini picchi pasta, Carrabba's house salad with the famous creamy Parmesan dressing,........ etc etc. You will not be disappointed! read more

There are certain dishes that we love about cora so we really enjoy coming here. I will say that I feel the ambience is a little crowded for anyone that might get a little anxious around a lot of people. This is kind of like an enclosed closet. I don't know if it's the design of the place, but if it were not for the really good food, I would probably have an anxiety attack. Other than that, I really like their pastas. I'm not a huge fan of their calamari because I've had softer calamari, but it is good. The sausage are really good, and I do like the service. I really hope that there is like a redesign for this place. I feel like the one on Kirby is a little bit more ambience friendly. read more

Very disappointed in my order of Johnny Rocco Salad. The "grilled shrimp" had no taste, were rather small, and not seem fresh. Seems they were not grilled at the time it was prepared. The scallops had no taste either. I was expecting fresh and sweet tasting scallops. The price of $29.99 did not stand up to the Carrabba's usual expert cooking. The waiter was not very good either..did not refill beverages or checked to see if anything was needed. read more

We had amazing time at this restaurant. We waited 45 min.for a table but the food was worth it. It was a bit chilly but the enclosed patio was heated quite nicely. They were super busy but the Hostess handled it very professionally. She had a large amount of people to deal with but never got flustered. When we got seated, we were greeted right away and dinner came out pretty quickly considering the large parties that they had that night 1/31/26 Looking forward to our next trip , hopefully we will get to see the inside of the restaurant this time. read more

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This place gets super packed but it is totally worth it. The service was great and the food was delicious and satisfying. The environment sets a perfect tone for a date night and makes it a spot I will definitely come back to. read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - This is for door dash pick ups - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

A Houston classic. Nothing like it. We've been coming here for years and it's been the same amazing quality. The pasta is fresh, you can just tell. The service is always good, friendly staff, accommodating and kind. The ambiance is slightly upscale but a modern cozy feel. They have outdoor seated covered, usually in the winter they have heaters and in the summer they have fans. Plenty of parking. Full bar service and seating at the bar. The bread is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, great taste. The house salad is the best I've had, I get it almost every time. My husband says the pasta he gets (cappelletti) is super rare, we have maybe only found it at one or two other restaurants in Houston and he loves the one here. Highly recommend. They do not take reservations, just call aheads. read more

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Another great meal in Houston! We met our long time friends in this restaurant because it's our favorite for good Italian fare. Carrabba's is one of two original places owned by the family. The other one is on Kirby I believe. We order the Picchi Pacchiu and the quality never changes. It's always delicious! Our server was a true professional. He kind of caught on that old friends were having dinner together so he just left us alone for a bit. He was very attentive and efficient so we gave him a big tip! As for the ambiance, we have been coming to eat at this location for close to 30 years. We've been through a couple of renovations. It's a great place to eat and meet friends. The location is in the ritzy part of town so it's always packed with diners, even on a Tuesday night. Love, love this place! read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Stuffed shrimp with Picchi pasta! Delicious! - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I just love the OG Carrabba's! When Johnny and family sold the business, they kept two restaurants. The one on Voss and the other on Kirby. There's a reason. The family feel of both restaurants is remarkable, especially for those who have been dining there for years. They will literally bend over backwards to give you what you want. Off the Menu is a specialty at these two restaurants. Besides the off menu items, I once heard about a wedding rehearsal dinner held at Voss. The A/V was not working. So the manager, extended the cocktail hour, showed up 30 minutes later with a TV so the family could Airplay their photos. Who does that? Food is always excellent. Service - fantastic! If you're at Voss and get Chris you are in good hands. Lately, we've ordered in but a last minute drop in brought us here this week. He put us onto the Tag Pic Pac. Such a clean, classic pasta. Naturally, you can add protein if you choose. We didn't. So good. Drop in. Don't hesitate. I'll be there in Chris's section. read more

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I mean. It's nicer inside than Carrabas anywhere else and the service is better but the food is still the same. Sort of one note and tastes like chain restaurant fair. I was hoping for a more fresh vibe. read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Spaghetti with meatballs - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I hadn't been to this location in a while & visited during a business meeting. Our waiters were kind & full of smiles. Shrimp scampi Appetizers & the bread + dipping oil were delish. I ordered the salad and enjoyed every bite! So tasty fresh & full. read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Johnny Rocco Salad - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Best food and wine pairing in town Love the ambiance and service is unmatched. Take time to love your family read more

A big party of parents (10 of us) had dinner here last Saturday night. Pretty casual, old-school vibe to the restaurant. The service was good. The wine list is pretty limited. This was my first time at this restaurant. I will say they were very, very busy (local high school Homecoming dances so the restaurant was packed). I don't know if this affected the kitchen, so maybe the food was a bit off from normal (I don't have another experience to compare to). I had: Minestrone (3.5/5) - Very standard, nothing stood out. Linguine Pescatore (2.5/5) - The sauce and seafood were pretty good. However, the pasta was severely overcooked (to the point the pasta was almost mushy). The linguine was also very thin which exacerbated the over-cooking of it. Hopefully this was an off-night. Given how many high school kids were in the restaurant, I'm thinking maybe they should have shut it down for the public if this affected the kitchen. read more

Family favorite! My daughters and I have celebrated many life milestones here. We love Carrabba's on Voss! The food is always delicious! Try to make a reservation if you can because it is a cherished location for locals! read more

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I grew up in the East End near Hobby Airport in a neighborhood called Glenbrook Valley. There wasn't any glen, brook, or valley. It was just your classic. 50's mid century modern home neighborhood. As a kid, I played with the other kids in the Carrabba family. Carrabas, D'Amicos, Mandolas, Maidas....Italian families in the East End. Long time ago. Doubt if they remember me. But I do remember walking into houses that had this amazing aroma of garlic and onions and all the things that never showed up in my mom's German Texan cooking repertoire. I sometimes chuckle to myself, wishing that I had maintain the friendships of my youth because I would probably be pretty high up in their restaurant organizations by this time. Anyway, there were these two years running that an engineering buddy and I would meet regularly on Fridays during Houston restaurant weeks to try the different Houston restaurant week restaurant menus. But after a couple of weeks, we just looked at each other and said, "This is not fun. Let's just go to Voss Carrabba's where we know everything will be perfect." This location and the one on Kirby are where it is at. The original recipes, overseen still by family members. Highly recommended. One of the ten places that I take visitors to Houston. read more

After many years of dining at Carrabba's on Voss, this was the first time we left genuinely disappointed by the level of service and hospitality we experienced. Our party consisted of six guests, predominantly seniors, gathered for a business dinner. At the beginning of the evening, we made a simple and reasonable request to split the check three ways for business expense purposes. Rather than handling the request professionally, our server, Erick L., immediately became dismissive and informed us that this was prohibited, adding that he would make an exception "this one time." Whether such a policy exists was never the issue. Policies can be explained professionally and courteously. Hospitality should never feel adversarial. Shortly thereafter, one member of our party politely requested a chilled glass for her beer while beverages were being delivered to the table. Instead of simply acknowledging the request and bringing the glass when convenient, the response came across as irritated and dismissive, as though the request itself was somehow unreasonable or burdensome. Unfortunately, this attitude resurfaced throughout the evening and became a pattern rather than an isolated incident. Multiple members of our party independently commented on the uncomfortable tone of the service. What should have been an enjoyable business dinner instead became an evening overshadowed by unnecessary friction and uncomfortable interactions. What makes this particularly disappointing is that Carrabba's on Voss has always represented warmth, professionalism, and hospitality during our many visits over the years. This experience felt entirely inconsistent with the reputation this location has built in the Houston community. The food was fine. The hospitality was not. Guests may forget what they ordered, but they rarely forget how they were made to feel. The food may bring guests in once. Hospitality is what keeps them coming back. Unfortunately, this evening, the hospitality simply was not there. read more

THE BEST ITALIAN FOOD WE HAVE HAD IN A LONG TIME! Servers were outstanding, staff was polite and drinks were on point! Will be back soon! read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Martini and old fashion - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

The only Carrabba's that I've gone to previously is the location on Kirby, which is solid. I went to this Carrabba's (also an OG location) on a weekday lunch with some old friends. Parking is available anywhere outside as there is plenty of space in the shopping plaza. Interior is traditional and definitely a mix of a family style and corporate feeling during lunch hour. Their bread with olive oil is a good start. The bread is fresh and has good texture and the olive oil tastes extra virgin enough for dipping. We got the crab/ shrimp cooked mixture served with garlic bread, which was extremely rich and delicious, if not slightly too rich and slightly salty. We also got the fried calamari and shrimp, which was good but slightly underseasoned for me. Service is top notch here and definitely shows why this is one of the two top locations. The staff come by often to refill water and swap plates and the food comes out from the kitchen pretty quickly. I got the veal scallopine (marsala) for my main, which came with a chicken noodle soup. The side of the pasta was a bit overcooked and stagnant but their pasta sauce is good. The veal was also solid and their marsala sauce is well seasoned. Overall, being someone who doesn't really like Italian food, Carrabba's is something I actually enjoy once in a while and this is one of the better spots in Houston that has been around for a while, rightfully so. read more

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Everything was delicious from the wine to the salad to the BCS chicken and dessert. Thanks for a great Saturday lunch.

When you pick up DoorDash, it might take a few minutes.But use the opportunity to check out the restaurant.Their service was fine.Pick up was a little slow, but they are busy.The ambiance was nice, busy classy upscale, very potential, 5 stars, but I didn't eat here today.I've only eaten here in the past. A very pretty girl recommended if you want to get something off the menu.Try the "baked rigatoni" read more

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I took a friend there for her birthday. It was perfect. House salad. Excellent mussels. Red fish special with asparagus. Wonderful. And a huge piece of delicious Italian cream cake read more

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RosieCarrabba's original is one of our favorite restaurants. We had an excellent birthday supper for my wife. Our server, Eric, is a true professional. Of course the food was delicious. The atmosphere is old-fashioned and wonderful. Our dishes were eggplant parmigiana, lasagna, and Brick oven roasted chicken. Naturally tiramisu was the necessary dessert. read more

First time at Carrabba's and loved it! The service was fantastic!! Servers were super attentive and welcoming. The restaurant is both elegant and cozy; can dress up or dress down. Everything was clean! Food was amazing. The pasta was creamy and rich, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. The tiramisu was sooo good; fluffy and just the right amount of cream. The coffee was great too. Parking lots is free and has plenty of spaces! read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Tiramisu and coffee - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The most overrated overpriced and some of the worst service I have ever experienced. The waitress was surly. She let my tea go empty. The food was non descript (had the Chicken Bryan). I was curious as it is "the original " Carraba's. Well it cost me $45 for entree and drink and tip. Hopefully it will save someone else's wallet and grief. As I heard another group state they order drinks and appetizer to people watch. Didn't see many people although it was late lunch and not dinner hour.​ read more

Loved this place but never going again, impossible to drive thru Voss. This street just became impossible and is destroying my cars. Hope they move to a different location. read more

Nice restaurant, good food, but stupid expensive. I picked up two dinner salads, one large and one small, and the bill was $32 read more

Consistently a good experience. Thats how I would describe Carrabba's on Voss. My only gripe is that it's a bit loud during peak hours Service is 5-star. Each of the waiters makes sure you have a great time. Food is always great. You really can't go wrong with most anything on the menu. If you leave here hungry, it's your fault. Pasta Carrabba and the Parpadelle are my go-to favorites read more

DiamondBack's in Waco is an excellent choice for a nice night out. Great steaks, flavorful sides, and a classy, comfortable atmosphere. Service was attentive and professional, and everything we ordered was cooked perfectly. A solid spot for date nights or special occasions. read more

I left happy great prices great food hurricane steak is F*cking awesome honestly I wouldn't lie it's the best nasa blayyyy read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Great place - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I must have gone at the wrong time. my waiter was super slow compared to the other waiters I saw. people got their bread and drinks who came in after us. then he spilled wine into our bread dipping plate and didn't acknowledge it. my usual go to dish, the chicken and spinach cannelloni, were watery, the chicken was swimming in a clear liquid, and had a strange taste and are still sitting like a brick in my stomach. I have already had a few Tums. when I asked for my check, it was tossed on the table and he then walked off. we are frequent visitors, though usually the one on Kirby. we were dressed well, shorts and collared shirts. not sure what was going on today. read more

Carrabas is my favorite place on earth. Leaving a yelp review for it feels wierd because it's like leaving a Yelp review for your mom. Carrabas is literally part of my heart and is my family. Not in the real sense. I have no actual relation. But this picture of this pizza was so beautiful and I think the toppings together are perfect so I decided it was worthy of a yelp review read more

Carrabba's - The Original on Voss - Pepperocini, pineapple, basil, sausage - Build Your Own Pizza - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

The service was pleasant and professional, the food was amazing. Generous portions and delicious.

Always good food and very polite staff! Parking can be a bit of a chore and I do recommend a reservation. read more

Every time I come here they really do treat us like family, truly; unlike some chains claim. Doors opened for you, hostesses address you warmly, like you're coming over to visit a friend. Rosie, the namesake is upfront greeting you or goodbying you as you go past; wonderful personal touches all around. Interior is take on the Tuscan vibe but the seating is comfortably spread apart to allow you to have a good Italian dining experience. The food is great and has been for a while now, this and the one on Kirby are a bit of a Houston institution. The food isn't authentic Italian, but it's certainly classic Houston-Italian. Plenty of pastas and proteins for you to pick from. The pastas themselves are clearly fresh made and there's a good mix of seafoods available as well. Bread for the table is super crusty on the outside and delicately soft in the middle. Great for dipping. House salad is a perfect creamy garlic trip. Really can't go wrong with much on the menu. Will continue to comeback as I have for a while, even the To-go/mobile ordering is hassle free and convenient!! read more

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Came here for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. We were seated extremely fast and it definitely giving authentic Italian. Even though I know nothing about authentic Italian, that's the vibes. We were seated in a sunlight room, and immediately served. Our server was such a pleasure. Our food came out quick and was hot / fresh. We both ordered the Pappadelle and it was great! We ordered the biscotti cheesecake and brownies to go. Both were delicious! We will definitely be back. read more

Something has changed as all the pasta dishes have way too much garlic. Make the garlic and option if you are going to use so much. Service is always excellent. Ambiance is great. read more

We had lunch at Carrabba's today. Mrs. C met us and welcomed to her restaurant and the day progressed. The meal was perfect, as was the service. We hadn't been there in a good while, but it was worth the trip. Not cheap, but worth it! read more

My husband and I are regulars. Excellent food, consistent quality, good location! Friendly and prompt service.

Food is very good but pricey. The service was abysmal. The waiters put all their effort into the people sitting outside. There were very few people sitting inside where we were but they could not be bothered to give us good service. When the cook's had finished cooking the food. It sat on the counter in the kitchen area for well over five minutes. In fact, the cooks started saying food , food out loud to get somebody's attention. I finally had to get the attention of another waiter and asked him to bring our food to us. Just pitiful. Clearly this restaurant is not well managed read more