Jump to content
  • Welcome to Celiac.com!

    You have found your celiac tribe! Join us and ask questions in our forum, share your story, and connect with others.




  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A1):



    Celiac.com Sponsor (A1-M):


  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Our Content
    eNewsletter
    Donate

Carrabas Lately?


Jenny (AZ via TX)

Recommended Posts

Jenny (AZ via TX) Enthusiast

Has anyone been to Carrabas lately? I read that they have a gluten-free menu, but don't know anyone that has been there.

Please let me know of your experience there. Thanks!


Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):



Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):



Lisa Mentor

I have had great experiences. The staff is knowledgeable and very accommodating. They will even cook your own pasta for you.

The menu is extensive for a nice restaurant, from a great caesar salad to a drop dead desert.

I highly recommend Carrabas. :D

Jenny (AZ via TX) Enthusiast

Thanks Momma Goose. I'm so excited to have one more place to go!

dandelionmom Enthusiast

We went about a month ago and had a very good experience. If you're going with kids, find out if they bring dough to the table for the kids to play with. I didn't know they did this and nearly yelled at the waitress to get the plate full of dough and flour away from my daughter. In hindsight, that might have been a bit of an overreaction. :unsure:

AMQmom Explorer

We often visit that chain and are very pleased - especially when traveling. They have a GIG menu and are very helpful - we had them cook our own pasta, too. All good experiences. They listen to us about not using their grill (we prefer pans) and not having dairy, too. I often speak to the manager before ordering and have fantastic experiences this way. Wishing you a nice experience....

ginghamkim Apprentice

I love Carrabba's. It's the only sit-down place we go. I always get the Chicken Bryan and the Sicilian Chicken Soup. However, please, please ask the kitchen to double check that the soup doesn't have any pasta that has accidentally fallen in the soup and gone straight to the bottom. Each time, they have thrown out the soup pot, but the damage was already done...cc. It has happened twice to me the last two times we went.

Otherwise, wonderful place and I don't hesitate to go. But double check the soups and enjoy!

Kim

Sweetfudge Community Regular

I have had great experiences at Carraba's as well! Love their steak marsala :)


Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):
Celiac.com Sponsor (A8):



Celiac.com Sponsor (A8-M):



Jenny (AZ via TX) Enthusiast

Thanks for all the replies! I think we may go this weekend. I love their Caesar Salad and haven't had it since going gluten-free. I have a craving for it and no I'm not preggers, just miss it. :P

Ginghamkim - thanks for the info on the soup. Would not have thought of pasta falling in.

AMQmom- I'm not sure I understand about the pan. Do you ask them to prepare your food in a pan rather than the grill?

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

  • Get Celiac.com Updates:
    Support Celiac.com:
    Join eNewsletter
    Donate

  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):
    Celiac.com Sponsor (A17):





    Celiac.com Sponsors (A17-M):




  • Recent Activity

    1. - McKinleyWY replied to McKinleyWY's topic in Celiac Disease Pre-Diagnosis, Testing & Symptoms
      3

      Accuracy of testing concerns

    2. - Scott Adams replied to xxnonamexx's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      1

      FDA looking for input on Celiac Gluten sensitivity labeling PLEASE READ and submit your suggestions

    3. - Scott Adams replied to lizzie42's topic in Post Diagnosis, Recovery & Treatment of Celiac Disease
      1

      Low iron and vitamin d

    4. - Scott Adams replied to xxnonamexx's topic in Gluten-Free Foods, Products, Shopping & Medications
      1

      Healthy Gluten Free Foods low sugar that you found?

    5. - Scott Adams replied to lizzie42's topic in Traveling with Celiac Disease
      1

      Trip to Anaheim/Disney

  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A19):
  • Member Statistics

    • Total Members
      133,245
    • Most Online (within 30 mins)
      7,748

    Christine Ranalli
    Newest Member
    Christine Ranalli
    Joined
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A20):
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A22):
  • Forum Statistics

    • Total Topics
      121.6k
    • Total Posts
      1m
  • Celiac.com Sponsor (A21):
  • Upcoming Events

  • Posts

    • McKinleyWY
      I sure appreciate the information. I knew there had to be gluten consumption for the blood test, but I did not realize that also applied to biopsies. Thank you so much for that nugget of knowledge. I look forward to learning more as I dive into this website and the collective knowledge, experience, and wisdom from those who have gone before and/or those who are just beginning the journey like me. Marilyn 
    • Scott Adams
      Thank you for sharing this — it’s really important. The FDA is actively seeking public input on improving gluten and ingredient labeling, which could directly impact how people with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity shop and stay safe. Clearer labeling would help reduce accidental gluten exposure and make it easier to identify hidden sources of gluten in foods. I encourage everyone here who is affected by celiac or gluten sensitivity to read the announcement and submit their own suggestions — real lived experience matters and can influence policy changes that benefit the whole community.
    • Scott Adams
      A low tTG is great news, but it doesn’t always mean the small intestine has fully healed yet—iron and vitamin D absorption can lag behind for months or even years, especially in young children. Many kids need supplements for a period of time while the gut repairs itself, and that doesn’t necessarily mean it will be lifelong. Morning stomach pain is also commonly reported in celiac kids and can be related to slow healing, reflux, motility, or even low iron itself. It sounds like the supplements are clearly helping, which is reassuring, and ongoing monitoring with her doctor can help determine when (or if) doses can be reduced as absorption improves. The most common nutrient deficiencies associated with celiac disease that may lead to testing for the condition include iron, vitamin D, folate (vitamin B9), vitamin B12, calcium, zinc, and magnesium.  Unfortunately many doctors, including my own doctor at the time, don't do extensive follow up testing for a broad range of nutrient deficiencies, nor recommend that those just diagnosed with celiac disease take a broad spectrum vitamin/mineral supplement, which would greatly benefit most, if not all, newly diagnosed celiacs. This article has more info:    
    • Scott Adams
      A lot of gluten-free packaged foods do rely on extra sugar, starches, or sodium to replace texture and flavor, so focusing on simpler options makes sense. Many people do better with naturally gluten-free proteins like eggs, plain yogurt, nuts, seeds, hummus, beans, and minimally processed protein bars with lower added sugar and higher fiber. Pairing those with whole foods can help you feel more “normal” without triggering symptoms. Subscription boxes can be hit or miss, so checking labels carefully and using them as an occasional supplement—rather than a staple—often works best.
    • Scott Adams
      This article is a few of years old, but my still be helpful.  
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

NOTICE: This site places This site places cookies on your device (Cookie settings). on your device. Continued use is acceptance of our Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.