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Caruso's GroceryA
1401 Pennsylvania Ave. SE, Washington, DC 20003
· Italian restaurant
· Capitol Hill
Classic red-sauce Italian with standout hospitality, reliable crowd-pleasers, and tight, lively quarters; reservations essential.
The verdict
Caruso's Grocery exemplifies grade A standards through exceptional service attentiveness and solid food quality anchored by beloved classics like chicken parm and fra diavolo. Occasional seasoning inconsistencies and tight quarters prevent perfection, but the restaurant's genuine hospitality and loyal following establish it as a neighborhood institution worth seeking out for nostalgic Italian-American comfort dining.
One caveat: Room can be loud and closely spaced during peak hours
What to order
- Caruso’s Alfredo
- Chicken Parmigiana (vodka sauce option)
- Tomato Braised Meatballs
What diners say
- Feeling taken care of by managers and servers
- Rich, satisfying sauces on pasta and parm
- House limoncello or comped touches on special nights
Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday17:00–22:00
Wednesday17:00–22:00
Thursday17:00–22:00
Friday17:00–22:00
Saturday17:00–22:00
Sunday17:00–21:30
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