About Abbraccio Cucina Italiana

Abbraccio Cucina Italiana, also known as Carrabba’s Italian Grill, opened its first location in São Paulo, Brazil in March 2015.

Meaning “hug” in Italian, Abbraccio is the second international concept launched by Bloomin’ Brands International, a global market leader in casual dining with more than 200 Company-owned and Franchised international Outback Steakhouse^® locations around the world. 

Menu

Abbraccio offers a blend of traditional and modern Italian dishes grounded in the warm hospitality that Carrabba’s is known for in the United States, with modifications to account for local needs, tastes and customs.

For example, in Brazil, local insights showed a desire for additional pasta and pizza menu offerings, which led to the creation of dishes including Gnocchi al Pesto and Pesto e Prosciutto pizza.

All Abbraccio locations serve lunch, dinner and happy hour menus every day of the week.

Beverages

Abbraccio serves a range of beverage options ─ from classically-inspired cocktails to local favorites with an Italian twist, such as Red Berries and Tarragon Caipirinha.

Reflecting the Italian culture and love of wine, Abbraccio’s daily happy hour, “Ore Felici,” features discounts on beverages such as the specialty Red berries Sangria and specific menu items created for the happy hour occasion.

There is also an extensive wine list developed exclusively for Abbraccio, featuring approximately 20 wines and more than half from Italy.

Restaurant Design

The Abbraccio design incorporates the best of the domestic Carrabba’s footprint, with additional focal points that include a wine wall, decorated pizza oven and private dining areas.  The restaurant also features the latest technology, including a Kitchen Display System, TableWait System and Recipe Viewer.

News Contact
Cathie Koch
Vice President of Corporate Communications
CathieKoch@BloominBrands.com
(813) 830-5127