CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL

Direction matters as much as the letter. CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL sits at a B (82/100) today, but its inspections have been getting cleaner, not messier — an improving trend a single grade can't show.

It currently ranks safer than 21% of Brevard County restaurants we grade. The most recent report (June 26, 2026) still cited 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 7 basic violations, so there's room to climb. Diner rating: 4.3 from 3,231 reviews. Menus here flag options for vegetarian, gluten-free, and healthy diners.

Trend: improving · B (82/100) · safer than 21% of Brevard County restaurants we grade

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Restaurant details

Health grade
B (82/100)
Violations
9 total — 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic
Address
1575 PALM BAY RD, Palm Bay, FL
Cuisine
Italian
Categories
Italian restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Caterer, Gluten-free restaurant
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.3 stars (3231 reviews)
Seats
220
Phone
(321) 956-1900
Website
Official website
Photo of CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL
Photo: Herve Andrieu

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.3 Community-sourced rating 3,231 reviews
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What diners say — our read

One subject runs through these 28 reviews more than any other: front-of-house. Reviewers who mention the staff rate this place 4.9 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour.

What nobody raises here is tidiness — it goes unmentioned across all 28 reviews. Of the 28 rated reviews, 27 sit at four stars or better and 1 at two or below. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 26 of 28.

The inspection lands in between as well: DBPR graded this kitchen a B (82/100), citing 1 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 7 basic violations. That result dates from June 26, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. Ranked against Brevard County, it is safer than 21% of the restaurants we score. What the inspector actually wrote up: cross-contamination and clean clothes.

Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.

Our own analysis of 28 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 29, 2026

    Toni was awesome! We love coming here.

  • June 28, 2026

    Chris was a great server! He made sure we were taken care of. Food was out fast and was really good.

  • June 28, 2026

    Service was right on and fast

  • June 27, 2026

    Chris was our server and he did an excellent job for our dinner last night.

  • June 27, 2026

    Dining here is a thoroughly satisfying experience. While the pricing leans slightly higher than standard fast-casual, it is well justified by the generous, gratifying portions and the excellent preparation of the food. The restaurant boasts a wonderfully warm, inviting atmosphere with a beautiful interior design. What truly highlights the evening, however, is the staff—they are exceptionally welcoming, attentive, and easily some of the friendliest individuals you will encounter. Paired with their excellent, curated selection of fine wines, it is a superb destination for a comforting and memorable meal.

  • June 26, 2026

    I had a very pleasant experience tonight, picking up my take out order. Starting with my carryout person Glenn who was extremely nice and helpful, to our food that was warm and delicious once we got home.

  • June 26, 2026

    Always delicious

  • June 25, 2026

    I ordered take out. My meal was out quickly. I bought the lunch special Italian sandwich and lentil/sausage soup. It was delicious!!! I love it so much that I order it every time.

  • June 24, 2026

    Tony was our server and was very patient and attentive to out group.

  • June 23, 2026

    Antonio and glen were a great pair. Came for my birthday with my family and it was lovely. A nice quiet Monday night was a great setting!

  • June 21, 2026

    Chris was amazing! Great service and great food.

  • June 18, 2026

    Aspen was a fantastic server. The best we’ve had at Carrabba’s since being in Florida for 10 years. Thank you Aspen for making our dinner amazing and my graduation extra special.

  • June 17, 2026

    it was really good and we doordashed

  • June 17, 2026

    Pam gave the most amazing service!! Ask for her when you go!! Highly recommend! Love the pistachio trout!!

  • June 17, 2026

    Food good . And hot

  • June 16, 2026

    I ordered food and it didn't look like the picture so I was a bit disappointed when I got it. I don't see much spinach and the steak is really tiny. I paid $43. I did get a salad with the meal.

  • June 16, 2026

    Tony very excellent server highly recommend you keep him on staff pay attention to what we needed and how we asked for it on time with me five stars

  • June 16, 2026

    I’d like to start this review with saying how attentive and kind our server, Chris, was during our two visits over the last month. He was on top of the entire experience, and his recommendations were on par. We had him our first visit, and we requested him again for our second visit because it was 10x more enjoyable with him as our server. The food was fantastic, lovely portions and appetizers. Just an excellent place to eat, easily the best location I’ve been to.

  • June 14, 2026

    Tony

  • June 13, 2026

    Tony is so smart, professional & service focused. Excellent

  • June 13, 2026

    Another great date night and our server Chris was amazing…

  • June 11, 2026

    The food was great and Tony is a great server!

  • June 10, 2026

    Tony was an excellent server!

  • June 8, 2026

    Excellent food as always. We had Tony as our server and he had excellent service and was very attentive. Tony is now my favorite server and when I return I will be asking for him.

  • June 8, 2026

    Our servers Chris and Jake were very pleasant with a great personality. They were quick and attentive.

  • June 6, 2026

    This is such a great place - tasty food, wonderful service and that $10 take-home deal is such an awesome value!

  • June 6, 2026

    Chris was amazing.

  • June 6, 2026

    Great service and food, but my only concern was no one responded to my yes/no question about the food before I left and it wasn’t particularly busy too…but great restaurant overall

Overall Score

63 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 30/40
    Grade B
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.3★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 9 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. June 26, 2026 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
  2. December 17, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 16 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored (×2)
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails (×2)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests (×2)
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
  3. July 23, 2025 · Complaint Full

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 13 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating) (×2)
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 33 — Garbage and refuse; premises maintained (×2)
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)

Safer options nearby

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This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: June 26, 2026