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| - My review is quite lengthy, so please bare with me. Upon arrival to this location I explained to Elizabeth, the nice lady who seated us (who l later realize was head, I believe, in the kitchen), that we drove from San Diego, California to visit family, and that this Carrabbas is the closest location to us. I also explained we are a military family and move frequently, and that Carrabbas is my all time favorite restaurant and I was so ecstatic to visit. Beyond ecstatic. The last restaurant we visited was in Virginia and I never thought I would eat there any time soon.
Elizabeth, who was extremely kind and pleasant, offered her welcome, and her hopes that we enjoyed our experience. And that we did. We ordered three courses; my husband, myself, and our two young sons. The timing between each courses was perfect. Just enough time to enjoy and not feel rushed to eat the next thing that arrived at the table. Every meal was cooked to perfection and we could tell that a real effort was placed in its preparation. Even the temperature was perfection!
Giselle, the Assistant Manager, checked on us frequently, but not too much, and was very pleasant with a very beautiful smile and demeanor. We appreciated that. Though this is a chain restaurant, my entire family felt as it was a single family owned Italian restaurant that you must visit when you are nearby for a notable dining experience.
Elizabeth treated our family to appetizer and dessert; which was very lovely of her. I think having her made our dining experience most enjoyable from the start. I don't recall our server's name but she was fabulous as well. And I must say, I had a cappuccino for my dessert, and my husband an espresso, and typically after a big meal I'm exhausted and sleepy... but, it had just enough kick (but not too strong) to where I felt like a million bucks when I finished. :-) My kids raved over their meals and my husband left happily full.
I just wanted to express how great our experience was, and they deserve the recognition. Thank you very much. Whenever we return to Arizona we will be sure to visit!
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