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Carraba's Italian Grill

335 Highway Rt. 18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 432-8054
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Cuisines: Italian
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- 26 Apr 2013
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86% Recommend
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Zanesville, Ohio
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Was on a business trip and it was my first time at a carrabas restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised. Ordered the steamed mussels and lobster ravioli and it was perfect...the cannolis were good...In Jersey there are many Italian pastry shops that prepare authentic cannolis, these were close.

Old Bridge, New Jersey
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

Nothing speacial on the menu and more expensive then competators. I would rather go to Olive Garden anytime.

NJ
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106 reviews 106 reviews
48 restaurant reviews
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

Yes, a chain restaurant, but part of the Outback, Bonefish team and excellent value. Food was well prepared, service was attentive and professional, yet personable. Wide variety of choices in each menu category. Special dessert was excellent - baked fruit tart with ice cream. Solid dining choice, but get there early as it can get crowded.

Old Bridge, New Jersey
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13 reviews 13 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2013

For those who turn up their noses at Olive Garden (which I also love), Carraba's is the perfect balance between chain restaurant and Italian home cooking. You know what to expect when you order, but you never tire of that mouthwatering old-world flavor. Try the lasagna: you'll never settle for the freezer aisle again. Carraba's is also a great value.... More

New Brunswick, New Jersey
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69 reviews 69 reviews
30 restaurant reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

The only reason it gets an average rate is because the service was decent. But their soup was not good, their food was not satisfying, and I did not like the environment. That was the first and last time I went there.

Bay Shore, New Jersey, United States
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26 reviews 26 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

Love Carraba's!! I'm not an Italian food person, and real Italians would probably say that it's not Italian food, but...neither is Olive Garden!! Great meals, great selection, and friendly staff.

Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2012

Food is very good. Chain italian restaurant with updated, freshened up versions of traditional dishes. Owners at this location are very nice people and generous to the community.

Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012 via mobile

The food was solid, Pleantyful and authentic. This is not your typical "Italian Chain" Resturant! The staff are VERY friendly and professional. I also have to mention how knowledgable the wait staff is on each item offered on the menu as well as the decent wine selection. The owner of the Resturant came to our table once our meals arrived...... More

Watchung
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Seasonal menus, always reliable service and food. No surprises, great family restaurant. Not gourmet, but good.

Bayville, New Jersey
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117 reviews 117 reviews
98 restaurant reviews
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 September 2012 via mobile

Everything Wonderful ! Antipasta ! Bread/ blackberry sangria (the best) strawberry salad w Salmon on top , mmmmmmm

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