Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileCarrabba's Italian Grill
Shreveport, LA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The beverage program at Carrabba's Italian Grill covers cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options with unusual breadth for a chain Italian grill. The cocktail list runs from spritzes and margaritas to martinis and a smoked Old Fashioned, plus sangria in three varieties. Wine is the deepest category, with an extensive list by glass, split, and bottle and periodic wine dinners. Beer and non-alcoholic choices are narrower but include dedicated sections for each.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Wood-Fire Old Fashioned, made with Maker's Mark bourbon, Angostura bitters, and a Bordeaux cherry, smoked with oak and served over a colossal ice cube. For wine, the Belle Glos Balade Pinot Noir is a Hidden Gem selection worth trying, available by 6oz pour, 9oz pour, or bottle. The Hugo Spritz is a crisp, floral option with St~Germain, fresh mint, and Riondo Prosecco.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Guests looking for a broad beverage selection without a narrow specialty will find options across cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks. The wine list suits those who want by-the-glass flexibility or a bottle to share, and the cocktail section covers both spritz-style and spirit-forward preferences.
- When should I go?
- Wine dinners are held periodically and feature paired courses; the September 2026 event is priced at $60 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from 5.99 to 12.99. Sangria is 10.99 per glass, 14.99 per pitcher, or 36.00 per bottle. Wine by the glass runs 7.99 to 19.99 for 6oz, and bottles range from 36 to 104. Non-alcoholic cocktails are 5.99 each.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program pairs a broad cocktail list of named specialties with an extensive wine list that includes a 'Pour with Friends' 1-liter Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon for 104 and periodic wine dinners. A dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail section and non-alcoholic beer options round out the beverage selection.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The Our Specialties section lists spritzes, margaritas, martinis, and an Old Fashioned, alongside seasonal sangria and Fall Specials like the Cinnamon Apple Sangria and Limoncello Martini. Ingredients are specific, from Código 1530 Blanco tequila to Maker's Mark bourbon.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse cocktail list includes spritzes, margaritas, martinis, and an Old Fashioned, with named ingredients and preparations.
- — Seasonal cocktail offerings and Fall Specials are highlighted, including Cinnamon Apple Sangria, Limoncello Martini, and Blackberry Spritzer.
- — Sangria is offered in Blackberry, Rosé, and Classic Red varieties, priced by glass, pitcher, and bottle.
Standout selections
- — Wood-Fire Old Fashioned: Maker's Mark bourbon with Angostura bitters and a Bordeaux cherry, smoked with oak and served over a colossal ice cube, 12.99.
- — Hugo Spritz: St~Germain elderflower liqueur, fresh mint, and Riondo Prosecco, finished with sparkling water, 12.99.
- — Amalfi Margarita: Código 1530 Blanco tequila, Italicus liqueur, house-made basil syrup and citrus juices with a savory salt herb rim, 12.99.
- — Espresso Martini: Tito's Handmade vodka, Borghetti Espresso liqueur, Tiramisu liqueur and cold brew, garnished with chocolate drizzle, 11.99.
Pricing: Cocktail prices range from 5.99 to 12.99. Sangria is 10.99 per glass, 14.99 per pitcher, and 36.00 per bottle.
Wine
An extensive wine program covers sparkling, whites, rosé, chardonnays, pinot noirs, red blends, Italian reds, and cabernet sauvignons, available by 6oz pour, 9oz pour, and bottle. Periodic wine dinners pair courses with wines from regions like Paso Robles.
Menu strengths
- — Wide selection of wines by the glass, split, and bottle across multiple regions and styles, with prices for each format.
- — Periodic wine dinners feature paired courses, such as the September 2026 event with wines from Paso Robles.
- — The list includes a 'Pour with Friends' 1-liter Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon and marks several items as NEW!, including Il Borro Borrigiano Toscana.
Standout selections
- — Belle Glos Balade Pinot Noir, California: Hidden Gem selection, 16.99 (6oz), 23.99 (9oz), 63 (bottle).
- — The Prisoner Red Blend: rich and velvety red, 19.99 (6oz), 26.99 (9oz), 74 (bottle).
- — Il Borro Borrigiano Toscana, Italy: Discover Italy selection, 11.99 (6oz), 16.99 (9oz), 46 (bottle).
- — Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley (1 Liter): easy drinking and pairs well with a variety of flavors, 104.
Pricing: Wine by the glass ranges from 7.99 to 19.99 for 6oz, and bottles range from 36 to 104. The 1-liter Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon is 104.
Beer
The Beer & Non-Alcoholic Beer section lists Bud Light, Blue Moon, Samuel Adams, Peroni, Peroni 0.0, and Michelob ULTRA Zero, covering domestic, craft, imported, and non-alcoholic options. The selection is compact but includes both alcoholic and non-alcoholic choices.
Menu strengths
- — Offers both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beer options in a dedicated section.
- — Selection spans domestic, craft, and imported styles, including Peroni and Samuel Adams.
Standout selections
- — Peroni: imported bottled beer.; Samuel Adams: craft bottled beer.
- — Peroni 0.0: non-alcoholic beer.; Michelob ULTRA Zero: non-alcoholic beer.
Pricing: Beer prices are not listed on the Wine List PDF.
Nonalcoholic
A Free Spirits (Non-Alcoholic) section lists the Blackberry Spritzer, Prickly Pear Punch, and Amalfi Cooler, each with specific ingredients and a 5.99 price. Non-alcoholic beer is also available, and the Wine Dinner menu notes a non-alcoholic beverage may be substituted upon request.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated non-alcoholic cocktail section with three named drinks, each priced at 5.99.
- — Non-alcoholic beer options are available, including Peroni 0.0 and Michelob ULTRA Zero.
- — Wine Dinner menu notes a non-alcoholic beverage may be substituted for the alcoholic beverage upon request.
Standout selections
- — Blackberry Spritzer: a refreshing twist on sangria without the spirits, crafted with blackberries, cranberry juice, then topped with sparkling water, 5.99.
- — Prickly Pear Punch: lemonade shaken with habanero lime and sweet prickly pear, topped with sparkling water, 5.99.
- — Amalfi Cooler: house-made sour and basil syrup, lime juice, fresh basil and sparkling water with an herb and salt rim, 5.99.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic cocktails are priced at 5.99 each.
How it sits with the food
The September 2026 Wine Dinner features a 4-course meal paired with wines from Paso Robles, including J. Lohr Seven Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon, Pessimist Red Blend, Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon, and DAOU Cabernet Sauvignon. The Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon is described on the list as easy drinking and pairing well with a variety of flavors.
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