Not what it used to be to be. The lights were so bright the cozy atmosphere is gone. The meatballs were great. Bruschetta was just diced can tomatoes. The ravioli bland,chicken Parm just thick chicken breast with cheese. Lasagna was decent but tiny.calamari was good but not worth over $200 it seemed commercial not fresh Italian.I know it’s a new chef but very disappointed taking friends to experience a downgraded experience. The bread was boring cardboard . I never leave reviews unless to boast but wish I’d have read new comments . Last year we had wonderful food
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Lasagna Dinner
Kelly Romeo
We went there with a reservation at 730. There was no parking anywhere so we had to park far away from the restaurant. Once seated, we went to order and the first item my husband ordered was out of stock. So he ordered something else. The waitress came back and told us that was also out of stock. We ended up leaving before our salads even were started because those were the only two items he really would eat, and she was the only server on the entire upstairs/ outside area. She was really nice and I felt bad for her. I wouldn't try to go there again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Brandi Fowler
New cocktail menu is incredible! Try the ‘Sage in Blue Martini’ or the ‘Golden Departure’…both fantastic! And one of the best Espresso Martinis in all of Tampa!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Madi Franklin
My bf took us here for valentines and they ran out of half the menu, didn’t have GF pasta prepared, the pasta didn’t have sauce, and my boyfriends food didn’t come out like it said on the menu. We also didn’t get our entre until 10:30pm. He paid ahead of time just for us to leave still hungry and not happy. I want a refund.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
M P
The best truly authentic Italian cuisine. Explosion of flavors in every bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Tran
What a cute cozy little restaurant We came for Valentine’s Day and it was wonderful everything was so delicious we had the salmon dip and spinach salad we had the flank steak and stuffed chicken and cake with warm berries the only thing was we were so full when we left we went home and went right to bed this place is absolutely amazing and the staff was friendly and attentive
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Brady
We came for Valentine's Day and it was absolutely amazing! They had a pre set 4 course menu to choose from. We had the truffle fries with a garlic mayo. They weredelicious. I had the prinavera that had cute little heart shaped pastas. My husband had the Mahi. A another winner! We gad the chocolate truffle which was so rich ad creamy. You can tell thus place really put a lot of effort into making thus a special night for their patrons. We will absolutely be back for a regular night. 10 out of 10 star! Highly recommen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bill Ellison (Bill)
Simply outstanding. Excellent food, outstanding service. The main dining room can get rather loud, so go upstairs or better yet, on the balcony if the weather allows.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Kurth
Myself and my hubby webt for v day. They had preset menu w nice options to choose from. I had the spinach dip it was best I ever had... hubby had truffle fries they were great. Our server was definitely pretty busy but still attentitive . We both had the chocolote triffle for dessert and it was delicious. I cant wait to go back and eat there again and see whats on their regular menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Jon Tavarez
First time here and prepaid for Valentine's Day menu which had little to no Italian touches. Felt rushed as if no thought was put into it.
Everything about this place is average. There are plenty of other Italian restaurants that deliver better food and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Kevin Benkel
Paid for valantines menu and got ripped off. Half of the menu was unavailable even though I paid ahead of time. Very bad experience and food!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
Cody Maitland
I’ve never felt compelled to write a negative review until today. Pre paid a ridiculous price for the “valentines day experience” in which they ran out of multiple options of the already limited menu. Embarrassing experience to bring my date and truly felt like a scam. Better food, service, and atmosphere at your local Carrabas.
Nancy
Won't go back
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
John
Food and atmosphere would warrant a return visit, but our service ruined the entire evening unfortunately. Service was so slow I was able to watch surrounding tables to ensure it wasn't just us and it was not. Drink service was near non existent, after receiving our apps, it was literally 20 mins before placing our order and then only after we waived down our waitress and asked to place an order. The (I assume) asst manager was incredibly polite and did try and help us and others and you could see his frustration growing towards his server as well. Disappointing.
Not what it used to be to be. The lights were so bright the cozy atmosphere is gone. The meatballs were great. Bruschetta was just diced can tomatoes. The ravioli bland,chicken Parm just thick chicken breast with cheese. Lasagna was decent but tiny.calamari was good but not worth over $200 it seemed commercial not fresh Italian.I know it’s a new chef but very disappointed taking friends to experience a downgraded experience. The bread was boring cardboard . I never leave reviews unless to boast but wish I’d have read new comments . Last year we had wonderful food
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Lasagna Dinner
We went there with a reservation at 730. There was no parking anywhere so we had to park far away from the restaurant. Once seated, we went to order and the first item my husband ordered was out of stock. So he ordered something else. The waitress came back and told us that was also out of stock. We ended up leaving before our salads even were started because those were the only two items he really would eat, and she was the only server on the entire upstairs/ outside area. She was really nice and I felt bad for her. I wouldn't try to go there again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
New cocktail menu is incredible! Try the ‘Sage in Blue Martini’ or the ‘Golden Departure’…both fantastic! And one of the best Espresso Martinis in all of Tampa!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My bf took us here for valentines and they ran out of half the menu, didn’t have GF pasta prepared, the pasta didn’t have sauce, and my boyfriends food didn’t come out like it said on the menu. We also didn’t get our entre until 10:30pm. He paid ahead of time just for us to leave still hungry and not happy. I want a refund.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
The best truly authentic Italian cuisine. Explosion of flavors in every bite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
What a cute cozy little restaurant We came for Valentine’s Day and it was wonderful everything was so delicious we had the salmon dip and spinach salad we had the flank steak and stuffed chicken and cake with warm berries the only thing was we were so full when we left we went home and went right to bed this place is absolutely amazing and the staff was friendly and attentive
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came for Valentine's Day and it was absolutely amazing! They had a pre set 4 course menu to choose from. We had the truffle fries with a garlic mayo. They weredelicious. I had the prinavera that had cute little heart shaped pastas. My husband had the Mahi. A another winner! We gad the chocolate truffle which was so rich ad creamy. You can tell thus place really put a lot of effort into making thus a special night for their patrons. We will absolutely be back for a regular night. 10 out of 10 star! Highly recommen!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Simply outstanding. Excellent food, outstanding service. The main dining room can get rather loud, so go upstairs or better yet, on the balcony if the weather allows.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Myself and my hubby webt for v day. They had preset menu w nice options to choose from. I had the spinach dip it was best I ever had... hubby had truffle fries they were great. Our server was definitely pretty busy but still attentitive . We both had the chocolote triffle for dessert and it was delicious. I cant wait to go back and eat there again and see whats on their regular menu.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
First time here and prepaid for Valentine's Day menu which had little to no Italian touches. Felt rushed as if no thought was put into it.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
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Everything about this place is average. There are plenty of other Italian restaurants that deliver better food and atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Paid for valantines menu and got ripped off. Half of the menu was unavailable even though I paid ahead of time. Very bad experience and food!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
I’ve never felt compelled to write a negative review until today. Pre paid a ridiculous price for the “valentines day experience” in which they ran out of multiple options of the already limited menu. Embarrassing experience to bring my date and truly felt like a scam. Better food, service, and atmosphere at your local Carrabas.
Won't go back
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Food and atmosphere would warrant a return visit, but our service ruined the entire evening unfortunately. Service was so slow I was able to watch surrounding tables to ensure it wasn't just us and it was not. Drink service was near non existent, after receiving our apps, it was literally 20 mins before placing our order and then only after we waived down our waitress and asked to place an order. The (I assume) asst manager was incredibly polite and did try and help us and others and you could see his frustration growing towards his server as well. Disappointing.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 1
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