I had the brisket and ribs for the brisket it was insane for the amount of fat it was like 2 bites of brisket for 3 or 4 times as much fat
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Rachel Dunn
We had the best dining experience with Jair as our server. The service he provided was above the standard of even a fine dining restaurant. Johnny Carino’s is lucky to have him!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Garcia
I received a coupon in the mail for a free steak fettuccine alfredo lasagna meal so I was excited to go back in nearly 20 years. The ribeye had way more fat that actual meat. If the cook is ok with serving a customer a generous serving of gristle then I don't really trust any of the other food being served out of that kitchen. I was quite dissapointed in the meal despite it being free. The margarita was decent and the server was excellent. Sadly it'll probably be another 20 years before I go back again.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 4
Amanda Munoz
We came in here for Friday night date night and dined in the booths by the bar top. Our food was amazing, absolutely delicious 10/10! Cooked to perfection. Our server Martin was better than the food could be described. He was so so attentive, warm, welcoming, and took care of us from the second we walked in until we walked out. If you ever come here, ask for MARTIN!!!! Just truly blown away!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gilbert Martinez
Ordered takeout and everything was ready when I got there, and correct when I checked the order at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ernesto Rodriguez
Great service and great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Salou Waithaka
My family and I just left Johnny Carino’s, and I have to say — our server Jair gave us the best service we’ve had in a very long time. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly respectful, attentive, warm, and welcoming.
We threw a LOT at him, and he handled every single request perfectly without missing a beat. He made us feel genuinely cared for, and his attitude brought such a positive energy to our table. It’s been a while since we’ve had an experience that left us smiling as we walked out, but tonight was exactly that.
The food was amazing, but Jair truly made the entire experience special. Thank you, Jair, for making our night — you are a wonderful example of what great service looks like. We will definitely be coming back because of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jenn P.
We ordered to go and the food and service were great however the only thing I didn't like was when I looked at my receipt - they had changed us almost $6 for I believe it said a packaging fee. Then it still asked for a tip so I ended up giving them another $5 so I'm not too happy about shelling out an extra $11 for a to go order.
lez boo
had a great time! Came on my lunch to enjoy dome me time. I believe i was greeted and served by the manager he was very polite and on point. Enjoyed my meal and his customer service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelsey Bryant
Yahir was attentive and very hospitable. His service complimented the food. Accommodating and made our visit feel special.
Waiter was so informal, trying to yell across the bar
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
Elizabeth Aleman
I love Carinos!!! I grew up with it and it’s slowly faded but I’m so grateful for this location!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bonifacio Garcia
Environment was welcoming and the food was DELICIOUS !! I wish they would return to Corpus Christi.
Julia
HATED IT. One of the worst experiences ever. Horrible service. Horrible food. We went because of the mail flyer for a free steak fettuccine Alfredo and lasagna meal and free appetizer (choice of salad or Italian nacho). We went early (5p) for dinner with my nieces. We ordered the free meal, nachos, stuffed mushrooms, a kids cheese pizza and a kids pepperoni pizza. We had our stuffed mushrooms that were decent and the free nachos come on a tiny plate. Tiny. It's free so I get it. It's fine, it's gross anyway. It's white cheese, black olives, peppercinis, tomatoes, and jalapenos. Then after apps the server asks if we're ready for the check...The check?! We haven't even gotten our food! I should've taken it as a sign to run. The steak fettuccine had three pieces. What a joke. The lasagna was dark red and looked weird. It was a sad plate. I had one bite of the lasagna and immediately no. It was tangy and weird. I already knew it would be bad just by looking at it. The girls got their kids pizzas 10 min later. They were not fully cooked. The dough was still raw. The red sauce was dark red and tangy. The kids wouldn't eat it saying it tasted weird. All of the food was inedible. The kids got free ice cream which had ice pieces in it. Like when it melts and you freeze ice cream again. It has little icicles in the ice cream. All of the food was disgusting except for the mushrooms. The tables were sticky. The server said it was his first day as server and I'm not mad at that at all. He didn't shadow anyone or there wasn't anyone watching him. Clearly there was no manager because although we were first ones to order and be seated we were last to get our meal because he made a mistake. He didn't enter the food in properly into the system. I freely bread for him because he clearly didn't get trained properly. It was all bad. Do not waste your time or money, and save your tummy from this nightmare.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Clayton Sommers
While I wasn't able to experience the entirety of the meal I had ordered through doordash, the manager on duty, Jennifer, was super kind and helpful through the whole process of fixing my order's issues. Customer service here is unparalled, and I would recommend all to visit Johnny Carino's!
I had the brisket and ribs for the brisket it was insane for the amount of fat it was like 2 bites of brisket for 3 or 4 times as much fat
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
We had the best dining experience with Jair as our server. The service he provided was above the standard of even a fine dining restaurant. Johnny Carino’s is lucky to have him!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
I received a coupon in the mail for a free steak fettuccine alfredo lasagna meal so I was excited to go back in nearly 20 years.
The ribeye had way more fat that actual meat. If the cook is ok with serving a customer a generous serving of gristle then I don't really trust any of the other food being served out of that kitchen. I was quite dissapointed in the meal despite it being free. The margarita was decent and the server was excellent. Sadly it'll probably be another 20 years before I go back again.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 4
We came in here for Friday night date night and dined in the booths by the bar top. Our food was amazing, absolutely delicious 10/10! Cooked to perfection. Our server Martin was better than the food could be described. He was so so attentive, warm, welcoming, and took care of us from the second we walked in until we walked out. If you ever come here, ask for MARTIN!!!! Just truly blown away!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered takeout and everything was ready when I got there, and correct when I checked the order at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service and great food
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My family and I just left Johnny Carino’s, and I have to say — our server Jair gave us the best service we’ve had in a very long time. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly respectful, attentive, warm, and welcoming.
We threw a LOT at him, and he handled every single request perfectly without missing a beat. He made us feel genuinely cared for, and his attitude brought such a positive energy to our table. It’s been a while since we’ve had an experience that left us smiling as we walked out, but tonight was exactly that.
The food was amazing, but Jair truly made the entire experience special. Thank you, Jair, for making our night — you are a wonderful example of what great service looks like. We will definitely be coming back because of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ordered to go and the food and service were great however the only thing I didn't like was when I looked at my receipt - they had changed us almost $6 for I believe it said a packaging fee. Then it still asked for a tip so I ended up giving them another $5 so I'm not too happy about shelling out an extra $11 for a to go order.
had a great time! Came on my lunch to enjoy dome me time. I believe i was greeted and served by the manager he was very polite and on point. Enjoyed my meal and his customer service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yahir was attentive and very hospitable. His service complimented the food. Accommodating and made our visit feel special.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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Waiter was so informal, trying to yell across the bar
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 1
I love Carinos!!! I grew up with it and it’s slowly faded but I’m so grateful for this location!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Environment was welcoming and the food was DELICIOUS !! I wish they would return to Corpus Christi.
HATED IT. One of the worst experiences ever. Horrible service. Horrible food. We went because of the mail flyer for a free steak fettuccine Alfredo and lasagna meal and free appetizer (choice of salad or Italian nacho). We went early (5p) for dinner with my nieces. We ordered the free meal, nachos, stuffed mushrooms, a kids cheese pizza and a kids pepperoni pizza. We had our stuffed mushrooms that were decent and the free nachos come on a tiny plate. Tiny. It's free so I get it. It's fine, it's gross anyway. It's white cheese, black olives, peppercinis, tomatoes, and jalapenos. Then after apps the server asks if we're ready for the check...The check?! We haven't even gotten our food! I should've taken it as a sign to run. The steak fettuccine had three pieces. What a joke. The lasagna was dark red and looked weird. It was a sad plate. I had one bite of the lasagna and immediately no. It was tangy and weird. I already knew it would be bad just by looking at it. The girls got their kids pizzas 10 min later. They were not fully cooked. The dough was still raw. The red sauce was dark red and tangy. The kids wouldn't eat it saying it tasted weird. All of the food was inedible. The kids got free ice cream which had ice pieces in it. Like when it melts and you freeze ice cream again. It has little icicles in the ice cream. All of the food was disgusting except for the mushrooms. The tables were sticky. The server said it was his first day as server and I'm not mad at that at all. He didn't shadow anyone or there wasn't anyone watching him. Clearly there was no manager because although we were first ones to order and be seated we were last to get our meal because he made a mistake. He didn't enter the food in properly into the system. I freely bread for him because he clearly didn't get trained properly. It was all bad. Do not waste your time or money, and save your tummy from this nightmare.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
While I wasn't able to experience the entirety of the meal I had ordered through doordash, the manager on duty, Jennifer, was super kind and helpful through the whole process of fixing my order's issues. Customer service here is unparalled, and I would recommend all to visit Johnny Carino's!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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