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Our Signature Bucatini with Spicy Neapolitan Ragu - Caruso's Grocery - DC, Washington, DC

Caruso's Grocery - DC

4.8
4.8
1237 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Please note that we are not offering Restaurant Week at our DC location.

Located at 914 14th Street SE in Washington, DC.

Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken parmesan, Sinatra pouring through the speakers. If you’re looking for modern interpretations of a chef's take on the classics, you won’t find them here.

A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Market Cuisine
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (202) 661-0148
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Matt Adler
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Cross street
    14th and Pennsylvania Ave SE<br />(Entrance is on 14th Street)
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Potomac Avenue
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,237 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • District of Columbia

    Best Value

  • District of Columbia

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Caruso's Grocery in DC is a beloved Italian gem offering "amazing food and service" with "authentic Italian charm." Guests rave about its "incredible shrimp scampi" and "best Alfredo pasta." The vibrant atmosphere is lively, though sometimes noisy. It's perfect for special occasions, consistently delivering "phenomenal experiences" and leaving diners eager to return.

1,237 Reviews
  1. Kathy

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great family dinner. Service was good. Portion size and quality of food was very good. A little out of the way.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately the clams in the Linguini and clams dish tasted way off - super fishy (almost as if they pried them open but weren’t a good batch). Also drinks were cleared before finished.

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  3. Sofia

    Washington DC3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was excellent, very decently priced. The ambience was very good, but I was expecting it to be cozier, not so modern. Absolutely recommend!

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  4. Caitlin VIP

    Sacramento16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were so excited to score a reservation here and this dinner did not disappoint. Everything about our experience was incredible and is now my favorite Italian restaurant in DC and surrounding area.

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  5. Erin VIP

    Houston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! We had the antipasto appetizer, chicken parm, chicken picatta, baked cavatelli, butterfinger sundae, tiramisu, and canollis. It was all incredible!

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  6. Oscar

    Madrid1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a fantastic dining experience at this charming Italian restaurant! From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel incredibly welcome. The service was outstanding—attentive, friendly, and efficient without being intrusive. As someone who requires gluten-free options, I was especially impressed with how knowledgeable and accommodating they were. The staff took the time to explain the gluten-free choices on the menu and even offered some great recommendations. The chef clearly understands the importance of dietary needs and made sure I felt completely at ease. The food was absolutely delicious! I had the gluten-free pasta, and it was cooked to perfection—light, flavorful, and just the right texture. The overall atmosphere was cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed meal. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great Italian meal, especially if you need gluten-free options. I’ll definitely be returning!

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  7. pam VIP

    Denver27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we had a wonderful time! food was delicious and the service even better!

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  8. Shannon VIP

    New Orleans10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Caruso’s was such a treat. First our waiter Scott was a delight, very friendly and very helpful! The food was delicious! We started off with the Burrata, Gnocchi alla Genovese and the spicy Neapolitan Ragu for mains and the butterfinger sundae for dessert. All were Devine. The pesto cream sauce on the Gnocchi was superb and light. Overall, it was a great dinner and I look forward to going back. Thanks again Scott!
    Caruso's Grocery - DCResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had such a great experience at Caruso’s and that Scott made your evening even more enjoyable. It sounds like you had an incredible meal from start to finish—great choices all around! We're especially happy to hear you loved the pesto cream sauce on the Gnocchi and that the Butterfinger sundae was the perfect sweet ending. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic dinner soon!

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  9. Susan VIP

    Washington DC62 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very enjoyable evening at Caruso's Grocery. We loved the salad, antipasti, trout, the chicken piccata, linguini with clams. Everything tasted fresh and authentic.
    Caruso's Grocery - DCResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you had an enjoyable evening and that you loved the salad, antipasti, trout, chicken piccata, and linguini with clams. It’s wonderful to hear that everything tasted fresh and authentic. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more delicious dishes!

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  10. Josh

    Baltimore8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had to book 2 months in advance for our weekend table of 4. 100% worth the wait. Well-seasoned Garlic bread with the rich 4-cheese sauce. Expertly fried calamari. Perfectly pan fried Trout with crispy sautéed capers. Fettuccine with mushrooms and Fusilli and chicken with the sun-dried tomato cream sauce count among the best pasta our table had ever enjoyed. We spotted this on Open Table’s 50 best in the US, and we now know why. Excellent service. Top marks all-around… except parking is an adventure on a Saturday night.
    Caruso's Grocery - DCResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're honored that you found your experience 100% worth the wait. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed everything from the garlic bread to the expertly prepared trout and pasta dishes. We truly appreciate your kind words about our service and food. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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FAQs

Caruso's Grocery - DC offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (202) 661-0148.

Caruso's Grocery - DC is rated 4.8 stars by 1237 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Caruso's Grocery - DC

1401 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington, DC 20003-3030

Additional information

  • Cross street
    14th and Pennsylvania Ave SE<br />(Entrance is on 14th Street)
  • Neighborhood
    Capitol Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Market Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Potomac Avenue
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Adler
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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