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Maggiano's Little Italy Durham - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
Maggiano's Little Italy Durham - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
Maggiano's Little Italy Durham - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
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MAGGIANO'S LITTLE ITALY DURHAM

(4.9 Score)
8030 Renaissance Parkway, Suite 890,
Durham, NC 27713 Directions

Since 1991

Specialty:

✓ Blackened Salmon with Crispy Calabrian Shrimp ✓ Simply Grilled Salmon ✓ Branzino Crab Imperial ✓ Shrimp Scampi ✓ Shrimp Fra Diavolo ✓ Chef Kb's Lobster Carbonara ✓ Linguine Di Mare ✓ Linguine Alle Vongole ✓ the Grand Chicken Parmesan ✓ Chicken Piccata ✓ Chicken Marsala ✓ Chicken Francese ✓ Center-Cut Filet Mignon ✓ Bone-In Ribeye ✓ Beef Tenderloin Medallions

“Maggiano's Little Italy Durham is an Italian restaurant chain known for its classic Italian menu in a family-style setting in a relaxed, polished space. Maggiano's Little Italy Durham serves hand-crafted pastas like Rigatoni alla Vodka and signature dishes such as Chicken Parmesan, all paired with a sommelier-curated wine list and cocktails prepared tableside. Finish your meal with their desserts like Tiramisu, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Maggiano's Little Italy Durham offers a happy hour menu from Monday to Thursday, 3 PM to 6 PM in the dining room, bar, and lounge. The restaurant offers a Private dining room and cocktail menus.”

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APPETIZERS
Calamari Fritté $18.00
Zucchini Fritté $16.50
Crispy Mozzarella $14.00
Truffle & Honey Whipped Ricotta $15.50
Parmesan Stuffed Mushrooms $15.50
Wagyu Beef Meatballs $16.00
Crab Cakes $21.00
Tomato Bruschetta $12.50
Truffle Garlic Bread $15.00
Margherita Flatbread $15.00
Italian Sausage Flatbread $17.00
PASTA
Jumbo Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo $28.50
Lasagna $24.00
Wagyu Beef Stuffed Shells $28.50
Fettuccine Bolognese $25.00
Rigatoni alla Vodka $24.00
Rigatoni "D" $25.50
Spaghetti & Wagyu Beef Meatball $24.00
Mushroom Ravioli $24.00
Four-Cheese Ravioli $23.00
SEAFOOD
Simply Grilled Salmon $30.00
Branzino Crab Imperial $33.50
Shrimp Scampi $28.50
Shrimp Fra Diavolo $28.50
Chef KB's Lobster Carbonara $38.00
Linguine di Mare $35.00

Contact:

(919) 572-0070 (919) 572-0188

Sun-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm

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Carrabba's Italian Grill Durham - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
Carrabba's Italian Grill Durham - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
Carrabba's Italian Grill Durham - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
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CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL DURHAM

(4.8 Score)
5312 New Hope Commons Drive,
Durham, NC 27707 Directions

Since 1986

Specialty:

✓ Filet and Shrimp Toscana ✓ Lasagne ✓ Shrimp and Scallop Linguine alla Vodka ✓ Mezzaluna ✓ Fettuccine Weesie ✓ Vegetable Ravioli ✓ Linguine Positano ✓ Rigatoni Martino ✓ Rigatoni Campagnolo ✓ Spaghetti ✓ Fettuccine Carrabba ✓ Lobster Ravioli ✓ Chicken Parmesan ✓ Chicken Bryan ✓ Chicken Marsala ✓ Pollo Rosa Maria ✓ Tuscan-Grilled Chicken ✓ Chicken Piccata ✓ Veal Marsala ✓ Veal Piccata ✓ Eggplant Parmesan

“Carrabba's Italian Grill Durham is an Italian restaurant chain and bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian varieties in a family-friendly setting. They carefully handpick ingredients from local farmers. Enjoy their new spring season menu, featuring Lemon Cream Asparagus Linguine, which is tossed in a creamy lemon Alfredo sauce with asparagus, roasted tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. For gluten-sensitive customers, the restaurant provides gluten-sensitive and vegan menus. Tuscan-grilled sirloin, Lobster Ravioli, Linguine Pescatore, and Spaghetti are popular dishes. Carrabba's Italian Grill Durham offers an outdoor patio area and gift options.”

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ENTRÉES
NEW! Filet & Shrimp Toscana $27.79
Lasagne $18.99
Shrimp and Scallop Linguine alla Vodka $24.49
Mezzaluna $21.29
Fettuccine Weesie $23.29
NEW! Vegetable Ravioli $18.99
Rigatoni Campagnolo $20.49
Spaghetti $15.29
Fettuccine Carrabba $22.29
Lobster Ravioli $24.29
CHICKEN AND MORE
Chicken Parmesan $23.49
Chicken Bryan $24.99
Chicken Marsala $24.99
Pollo Rosa Maria $25.49
Tuscan Grilled Chicken $21.79
Chicken Piccata $24.99
Veal Marsala $27.79
Veal Piccata $26.79
Eggplant Parmesan $20.49
SEAFOOD
Salmon Capperi $25.79
Simply Grilled Salmon $22.79
Mahi Wulfe $25.79
Simply Grilled Mahi $22.79
DESSERTS
Sogno Di Cioccolata "Chocolate Dream $10.49
Cannoli Cake for Two** $12.99
Strawberry Cheesecake $10.49
Tiramisu $10.49
Traditional Cannoli $8.99

Contact:

(919) 401-5950

Mon-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm
Sun: 11am - 9:30pm

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Pomodoro Italian Kitchen - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
Pomodoro Italian Kitchen - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
Pomodoro Italian Kitchen - Durham, NC Italian Restaurants
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5+ YEARS IN TBR
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POMODORO ITALIAN KITCHEN

(4.8 Score)
1811 Hillandale Road,
Durham, NC 27705 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Baked Pasta ✓ Meat Lasagna ✓ Cheese Manicotti ✓ Baked Cheese Ravioli ✓ Spinach Stuffed Shells ✓ Manicotti Trio ✓ Chicken Cannelloni ✓ Pomodoro Pelato ✓ Clam Sauce (Red or White) ✓ Bolognese (Meatsauce) ✓ Marinara ✓ Meatball or Sausage ✓ Aglio E Olio ✓ Pesto ✓ Carbonara ✓ Pasta Alla Carlo ✓ Vodka Sauce ✓ Primavera ✓ Alfredo

“Pomodoro Italian Kitchen is a family-owned Italian restaurant that offers homestyle Italian plates, subs, and NY-style pizzas in cozy diner-style surroundings. Enjoy their special menu, featuring Chicken Florentine Farfalle with grilled chicken, spinach, and mushrooms tossed with farfalle pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce. Pomodoro Italian Kitchen offers two private rooms for special occasions. The Party Room can accommodate up to 35 guests, and the Private Room can accommodate up to 70 guests. They provide services such as dine-in, curbside pickup, and delivery. Pomodoro Italian Kitchen provides outdoor seating options, great cocktails, and Vegetarian options.”

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PASTAS AND SAUCES
Pomodoro Pelato $16
Clam Sauce (Red or White) $18
Bolognese (Meatsauce) $16
Marinara $13
Meatball or Sausage $16
Aglio E Olio $14
Pesto $16
Carbonara $18
Pasta Alla Carlo $21
Vodka Sauce $19
Primavera $19
Alfredo $17
BAKED DISHES
Baked Pasta $17
Meat Lasagna $18
Cheese Manicotti $15
Baked Cheese Ravioli $15
Spinach Stuffed Shells $18
Manicotti Trio $18
Chicken Cannelloni $18
APPETIZERS
Fresh Tomato Bruschetta $11
Garlic Knots $10
Calamari $15
Caprese $14
Mussels $16
Mozzarella Sticks $10
Boneless Buffalo Wings $15
Zucchini Strips $12
Fried Nacho Cheese Ravioli $12
Basket Fries or Onion Rings $6
POMODORO SPECIALTIES
Pomodoro’s Tour Platter $23
Tortellini alla Pomodoro $19
Gnocchi con Pesto Alfredo $18

Contact:

(919) 382-2915

Mon-Thu: 11am - 9:30pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm
Sun: 12pm - 9:30pm

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MAGGIANO'S LITTLE ITALY DURHAM REVIEWS

Attended a private event in the back room. The servers were curtious and helpful, refilling glasses and taking away used plates. The appetizers were fried zucchini and crab cakes. Then entrées of salmon with fried shrimp, rigatoni with marinara, and a second pasta dish with chicken and alfredo. There was plenty of food and it was delicious! Finally, the desserts were apple cake with ice cream, and another, I don't recall, but was also tasty. Everyone was well-fed.

The best Italian anywhere! Just about everything is made fresh in the kitchen. Wine pairings are spot on. Really delicious place if your looking for a fine dining experience.

First time here and had a great time. Service was great very informative about the menu and was very patient. Center cut Filet Mignon mash potatoes with asparagus. It hit on every level. PERFECTO.

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CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL DURHAM REVIEWS

We came in at 2 today and lunch was amazing! The server and manager were both awesome and our food was fast, very hot and delish! My husband had the house salad with lobster ravioli and I had the caesar salad with rigatoni al forno We will definitely be back.

Third time here. Always great. Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Sadly we had came for mussels but it appears that mussels, mushrooms and other items were not in stock due to the new manager trying to figure out logistics. We understand but are sadden. Next time we shall call and see if they do have the food we want in stock. Otherwise great experience as always.

Jasmine was awesome, professional and efficient. Very pleasant, kept our glasses full, answered questions about the dishes we were considering, recommended desserts, which were wonderful. we will go back and ask specifically for her as a waitress. She received a nice tip.

POMODORO ITALIAN KITCHEN REVIEWS

Great place to eat, fantastic authentic Italian cuisine, had the Italian Chicken with mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables, Cheese Manicotti was excellent, Meat Lasagna to die for and definitely need to try the Summer Chicken. Great food, friendly staff, overall great experience, highly recommend.

Ordered take out. And every time it was so good. Definitely a go to Italian restaurant in this area. The salmon was great and the lobster ravioli was good. The only thing that could have been better is the bread.

First time going here they have great service, the food was also large portions for a decent price. Will definitely be going back.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MAGGIANO'S LITTLE ITALY DURHAM Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Contact Info: 8
Complete Info: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL DURHAM Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

POMODORO ITALIAN KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Current Evaluation: 8
Reviews Study: 8
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10