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Carrabba's - The Original on Voss is a family-owned Italian restaurant in Houston, TX, serving up delicious dishes made with love and care. As a bar and takeout restaurant, we offer a convenient and welcoming atmosphere for all. Our menu features a range of traditional Italian favorites, from pasta and seafood to meat and vegetarian options. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a night out with friends, our restaurant is the perfect spot. At Carrabba's - The Original on Voss, we're committed to providing exceptional service, quality ingredients, and a warm, inviting ambiance. Come taste the difference for yourself! Visit us today at 1399 S Voss Rd, Houston, TX 77057.

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This Carrabba's location serves up classic Italian-American dishes with a focus on wood-fired grilled meats and seafood. Reviewers rave about the friendly service, generous portions, and flavorful dishes like the signature Chicken Bryan and Wood-Fired Shrimp.

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Yelp: 4.2/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

OpenTable: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.1/5

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Quyen Tran
Quyen Tran -Google user
a week ago
Best place in Houston for a meal that feels like home. All the servers are great, but Louis who has always taken care of us is truly outstanding. Pastas are made fresh daily and always in point. Ms Rose, is always a reason for people...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Martin Tolentino
Martin Tolentino -Google user
3 weeks ago
Got married today and we got fantastic service in one of the private rooms. The food was delicious and our family loved the lunch. Thank you so much to our waiters and managers for providing us an amazing time. Highly recommend!!
Atmosphere: 5
Tuan Hoang
Tuan Hoang -Google user
9 months ago
I noticed the crowd here consisted of primarily families or seniors but that’s not a bad thing. I want a no frills Italian dinner. This is a slightly more upscale Italian place, but not to the point where you have to spend a fortune for...Read More
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Derek Gantt
Derek Gantt -Google user
a year ago
First time to come to any Carrabba's. Glad we chose this location, the second original one. Atmosphere was nice, with some festive deco for the holiday. Interior was a little dark but there was outdoor seating too. Had calamari and...Read More
Peg
Peg -Google user
7 months ago
We heard so much about this restaurant and we decided to come to Houston and check this Carrabba on Voss! Well, this place was amazing amazing atmosphere. The food was amazing. Delicious, our service was beyond. Michael took time and explained to us about the...Read More
Dine inLunch$50–100Atmosphere: 5
CC CC
CC CC -Google user
9 months ago
The location is good and the food is pretty consistent.... Average ticket 50.00 a person see pictures and follow me on Google reviews for more travel spots and food
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Humberto Marcano
Humberto Marcano -Google user
7 months ago
Wanted to try the original Carrabba's. Everything, including the food, was AMAZING. I wish I had an extra star for service. Raul was simply the most attentive server I've encountered in years. Make sure you ask for off menu items. One of them is...Read More
Dine inAtmosphere: 5
Khanh Doan
Khanh Doan -Google user
Edited 8 months ago
Definitely coming back! Edit: their customer service is beyond 5 stars!! We came back and after we finish dinner, my 5yo niece wanted to see the big pizza oven. The chef was very warm and awesome! He offered her the opportunity to make her own pizza!...Read More
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5
Carolina Salomon Simon
Carolina Salomon Simon -Google user
a year ago
Where do I even begin with Carrabba’s. 🤤 It’s an all- time family favorite! No matter where we are in the world, we always end up gathering here. It’s a classic yet authentic Italian restaurant. I usually order fettuccini Alfredo and a delicious glass of wine,...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lot
Stephen Dilisciandro
Stephen Dilisciandro -Google user
Edited 5 months ago
Very ~ Very Popular Restaurant.... Indoor and Outdoor Dining is available... Bar area is great for watching sporting events..more so if you're lucky to score a booth. Did I mention the entrée and wine 🍷...???? You'll not be disappointed...
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5
Hardin Wells
Hardin Wells -Google user
8 months ago
Fantastic experience and meal. Really enjoyed the visit and attention we received from Johnny Carraba. What a passionate entrepreneur, and it shows in their food!
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Lily Warner
Lily Warner -Google user
7 months ago
Absolutely 5 star. No question. Everything about this restaurant is top notch. The staff, food, atmosphere, everything!!! Consistently excellent and the bread and dipping herbs is phenomenal. Best Italian food in the area 100%. I have been here for lunch several times with a big...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
JESSIE PARK
JESSIE PARK -Google user
a month ago
Everything was so good, the service, the friendly local neighbor people, etc. The Linguini pasta with seafood was phenomenal! The mussels are so fresh and tender!!
Atmosphere: 5
STEPHANIE SZENDER
STEPHANIE SZENDER -Google user
5 months ago
Scott was an excellent server, ask for him by name. His attention to detail was amazing - we had a surprise get together for my grandmas 85th bday and nothing disappointed- the service, the atmosphere and the food were all exceptional
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Chicken Parmesan, Fried Calamari and Shrimp with a Pepperoncini and Marinara Sauce, Mamma Mandola's Sicilian Chicken Soup, Seafood RavioliHighly recommendVegetarian menu or sectionPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Brian T
Brian T -Google user
Edited 2 months ago
An experience. Not just a meal. Adon always provides amazing service. The food was delicious.
Dine inDinner$50–100Atmosphere: 5Fried Calamari and Shrimp with a Pepperoncini and Marinara Sauce, Shrimp Osiel, Tagliarini Picchi Pacchiu, Chicken Marsala
Allison Hollins
Allison Hollins -Google user
a month ago
We reserved the Weesie Room for my son's college graduation dinner. It was an awesome experience!. From Hannah helping with the menu to Julio bringing out the cake we brought for pictures before cutting. We have loved Carrabba's forever. Now we know where...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Megan Gonzales
Megan Gonzales -Google user
a month ago
First time here and loved it. Loved the atmosphere, not packed and laid back crowd. Hostess was friendly as soon as we walked in which is rare now a days and the server was great. Food was great of course too.
Atmosphere: 5
Lilli Hackney
Lilli Hackney -Google user
2 months ago
Every meal that I have had is delicious. I recently had the chicken marsala and it was great, it was a limited time or seasonal dish. Service is good and atmosphere at this location is very nice.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Chicken Parmesan, Pasta Weesie
Christina Cordova
Christina Cordova -Google user
4 months ago
The food was very good and fresh. Ingredients were top quality. The outdoor seating was nice and the staff was the best. This was my first time at this location as we typically go to the one on Kirby. We will return to this location...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Fried Calamari and Shrimp with a Pepperoncini and Marinara SaucePlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Renee Humphrey
Renee Humphrey -Google user
a week ago
Love this original location. They are always super busy but do a great job even if you have to wait. There’s a reason so many people eat here!
Dinner$50–100Atmosphere: 53-4 people, Suitable for all group sizesNot surePlenty of parking

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