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Carrabba's Italian Grill

Carrabba's Italian Grill Franchise Cost & Facts · Food & Beverage

Explore Carrabba's Italian Grill franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Food & BeverageFounded 2007· 19 yrs1 unitscarrabbas.com
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Total Investment

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Franchise Fee

$104K – $178K

Unit Count

1

Year Founded

2007

Overview

Why Carrabba's Italian Grill?

Carrabba's Italian Grill is a food & beverage brand with over 19 years of operating history and 1 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
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Initial franchise fee
$104K – $178K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

20252015

Latest FDD on file: 2025. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Carrabba's Italian Grill franchise FAQ

Is Carrabba's Italian Grill a franchise?

Yes. Carrabba's Italian Grill is a franchise in the food & beverage category, which means you can own and operate a Carrabba's Italian Grill location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Carrabba's Italian Grill franchise fee?

The Carrabba's Italian Grill initial franchise fee is $104K – $178K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Carrabba's Italian Grill franchise locations are there?

Carrabba's Italian Grill operates 1 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Carrabba's Italian Grill founded?

Carrabba's Italian Grill was founded in 2007, giving the brand 19 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Carrabba's Italian Grill franchise profitable?

Carrabba's Italian Grill unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Carrabba's Italian Grill FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Carrabba's Italian Grill franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Carrabba's Italian Grill Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Carrabba's Italian Grill FDD?

The current Carrabba's Italian Grill FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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