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Caruso's Alfredo - Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose, North Bethesda, MD

Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

4.4
4.4
127 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Caruso's Grocery in Pike and Rose is modeled after the classic, Italian-American "red sauce" joint. You know the one: nostalgic photos on the walls , 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.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 27 times today

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  • Order online

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Market Cuisine, Bistro

  • Hours of operation

    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (301) 245-1226

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Caruso's Grocery Pike and Rose offers private and semi private dining spaces for intimate groups of 12 up to large property buyouts for 125 guests, including a private dinning room that seats up to 14 people.

  • Private party contact

    Sarah Melby: (844) 575-6167

  • Neighborhood

    North Bethesda

  • Cross street

    corner rockville pike and old georgetown road

  • Parking details

    Parking available in the covered garage directly across from the restaurant. First 2 hours parking is complementary and third hour is $1.

  • Public transit

    Metro: White Flint

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 127 people are saying

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Maryland - DC Suburbs

    Italian

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  1. LisaP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    The food was delicious but you could tell that the staff was learning the menu, etc. Everyone seemed a little frazzled; our server was just great though. The atmosphere was nice but it still looked like a brewpub when we walked in. The Owen's Ordinary signs were still up. It was a little puzzling to be honest. Also the bathrooms were really gross.
  2. surfergirl

    Washington DC

    135 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    135 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Shared the always delicious Caesar salad; it’s huge Seafood pasta was filled with shellfish. Very good. Trout was good as well; next time I’d ask butter sauce on side since it was very rich Great place.
  3. BarbaraB

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    There is a very limited menu which could be supplemented with specials to improve upon range of selections. I can see where it would be boring to go back repeatedly. The food is fine if a bit tending toward sweetness.
  4. LindaL

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meals were delicious and the service was great!
  5. We55

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food. Some tables seem to be on top of each other. Hope you enjoy sitting close to your neighbors.
  6. RosanneT

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious. The food was outstanding. Even though they were short staffed the general manager who waited on our table was very attentive. We didn't notice any lag in service.
  7. Sharons

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    our server tried very hard but was really overworked. i am sure it will get better as they hire more people. everything was great though.
  8. Gwendolyn

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Very limited menu with mostly pasta dishes. My chicken parmigiana was overcooked and chewy. The drink which I paid $12-14 was about 4 ounces.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Parking is a nightmare Food good. Service fair Great tomato sauce
  10. surfergirl

    Washington DC

    136 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    136 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Caesar salad and tricolor salads were both excellent and generously sized. The meatballs are excellent and my husband said his linguine with clam sauce was the best he’s ever had. our waitress was terrific.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very cozy and friendly place. The food reminded me of the Nona
  12. Adreonna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The staff was so helpful and nice! It was my birthday, and this couldn’t have been a better night out for my boyfriend and I. The food, vibes, and service especially were top tier. 5/5!!!
  13. andoc

    Washington DC

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service always
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Was excited to learn about this newer spot - did not realize there was a Rockville location. It’s very hidden - not much signage at this time - hidden within Owens Ordinary. For appetizers we tried the calamari and meatballs. Portion sizes were not overly large but fair. Meatballs were good but the calamari was excellent. Great taste and perfectly fried. Our main courses were baked cavatelli which was kind of standard, essentially what you might expect with baked ziti. The Alfredo was surprisingly good - I wish I had ordered it and ended up eating my wife’s leftovers. The Alfredo sauce was light and that’s what made it stand out in a good way. Mushrooms were a nice complement as well. Finally we both tried the tiramisu for dessert. A nice portion and hints of espresso with A-LOT of custard. Personally I prefer a little more cake - my wife enjoyed it way more than I and didn’t mind more custard. Overall, would return but I was turned off by the 3% “back of the house fee” added to the check. What happened to splitting the tips with the back of the house? Back of the house that works way harder than the order taker. I saw the food runner and bus boy more than my waiter yet the waiter got the bigger tip - they should be splitting the tip instead of charging this extra fee that reflects poorly on management.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Incredible Italian cuisine. Fresh flavors, great takes on classic items, a solid value compared to other upscale Italian cuisine in the DMV
  16. lsk7

    Washington DC

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Delicious southern Italian food, especially the Trout Piccata. Good service, not many choices for gluten sensitivities..
  17. Sunny

    Washington DC

    59 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The garlic bread was very good but the spaghetti and meatballs kind of disappointing. Service was okay - server may have had too many tables as he was pleasant but there seemed to be a large amount of time between ordering dessert and it showing up while the meal came out lightening quick which gave us a sense it was more like an assembly line than made to order. It was good but not amazing.
  18. DCFoodie

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant blows my mind. I love coming here and the food is perfection. The service is wonderful. We came for three husbands birthdays and we were spoiled by the service. Thank you for a wonderful evening. So glad you opened a second location near the suburbs!
  19. hickeysu

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    I’ve been here twice the the food is outstanding. I loved the Veal franchise, chicken parm and baked cavatelli. The service was great. My only complaint is that the tables are a bit small. Make a reservation, the place is busy!
  20. jjmom

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    We had been to Caruso’s before. It was excellent. This time, it wasn’t. The Caesar salad was overdressed and tasteless. The chicken parm was like cardboard drowned in tomato sauce. The eggplant was also flavorless, which had been our favorite during our last visit. The tiramisu was the only real delicious element to our meal. Disappointing to say the least.
  21. Bill

    Washington DC

    18 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Good chicken parm and pasta and Italian creme brûlée but service s little slow not really very warm and friendly. Overall good not great.
  22. Patrick

    Washington DC

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    A nicer Italian restaurant, thats not over done. Food was perfect. Would have given the food more stars if I could. You have to enter through Owen ordinary doors to access.
  23. NWDC

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Food is excellence but service needs a lot of help. My boyfriend and I dined at restaurant with another couple at the restaurant on Friday night. From the beginning at check in table the service was just not up to par or fit the style of restaurant. This is old school Italian with servers that lack the knowledge or personality of what that means. The food is exceptional and we will definitely go back but hope the service with soon be on par with the food.
  24. Leenda

    Washington DC

    63 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time here so our expectations were fairly low. However, we had a wonderful evening and will return many times, I’m sure. Be advised that while the food is delicious, the portions are HUGE. Consider sharing, or plan to take half of your meal home. The menu is somewhat limited, but the choices are all appealing. I had the trout piccata which was delicious. My companion ordered the chicken parm, which was also delicious and came with a “side” of spaghetti marinara in a very large bowl. For an appetizer, we had the fried calamari - perfectly cooked - but even that was so large we couldn’t finish it. Our server, Pascal, was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu items. All of the serving staff were very welcoming. The atmosphere is warm, old school Italian - very pleasant. Caruso’s Grocery is an extremely welcome addition to Rockville’s pretty dreary restaurant scene.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Very pleased. Will be back.
  26. JudyC

    Washington DC

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    I've been wanting to eat at the Capitol Hill location so I was delighted that the Pike & Rose restaurant opened. It looks like they need more time in getting settled in terms of service. As other reviews noted, the service was subpar from the time we entered the restaurant until we left. The food was as good as I hoped it would be. I'll give it a few more months and try again.
  27. Tyler

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    I really enjoyed the food and how it was played. My wife and I came on Valentine’s Day. The ambience is also really nice, low light and good sound level. No loud background music playing which is good. They need to polish the service a little bit. We had what seemed like 4 different servers.
  28. TomF

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Wonderful!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience4
    I was expecting the Valentines Day “experience” to offer a different menu. Instead I paid $70 for three courses that would have cost less than $50 and felt like a fool. It didn’t even come with drinks or wine! The staff was amazing - attentive, kind and friendly - but the food was okay and the pricing felt like a scam. Unfortunately I won’t be back.
  30. Andy

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience3
    Paid for Valentines Day special and expected more of an experience. Instead, it felt like I just prepaid for a limited menu. I wish Caruso shared the Valentine’s Day menu on the website when I pre-paid online.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    Overall needs work. Olive Garden has better value and food. First and last as a consumer
  32. JosephD

    Washington DC

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Caruso's was very close to hitting a basis loaded,, walk off home run tonight. From the moment we entered, Benjamin greeted us and eventually turned us over to Zoe. She's definitely one of the best servers we've ever encountered. I've seen enough reviews on the food and don't have anything to add. All the food, a lot of it, was "to die for". I have to say, there was a glitch though. Maybe it's my fault for not asking and following up. When we made the reservation, I was told it was a valentine special menu. $180 per couple...prepaid. My card was charged $185.18. Our server after seating us said it was $70 per person. Another server later said the same thing to another couple seated next to us. There is no math, I can use to get from $140 to $185. Then we ordered 1 mix drink, $12 and an Iced Tea, $9.00. The tea was $3.00 initially and then 2 refills, totaling $9.00. The drink total was a separate $22.71 paid at the table. I have to say. I am a little bothered by this pricing inconsistency. Hence the value score being a 3 out of 5. This issue would not keep me from returning, but I don't imagine I'd ever pre-pay again, not here.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Martini was half vermouth. antipasto and Caesar salad were quite good. entrees were over salted. staff was junior and overloaded with tables. We are a bit mystified how this particular experience ended up on a top list of restaurants.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Our pasta was extremely undercooked and hard as rocks. Was really looking forward to dining here but sadly was very disappointed.
  35. Nene

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    The food is basic but done well. Service, however, was lacking. Our drink order did not come until after we finished our appetizer and our salad served. This was only after we flagged our server since he was no where to be found prior. Our server never checked on us again so it was impossible to order another drink to go with our dinner. We had to flag various people for our check and then again for them to process payment. Overall, it was not a great dining experience.
  36. KaraK

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Adorable atmosphere. Food was absolutely delicious. Finally some excellent Italian food in the Rockville area !! We had the burrata app, chicken parm and tiramisu. Everything was 5/5.
  37. VicC

    Washington DC

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience4
    Super disappointed. Seafood fra Diablo had no heat. Shrimp were tasteless. Service was meh.
  38. carriem

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    Drinks were good, food a little salty, server was friendly. But service was slow.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Small space, very noise, waiter was in the weeds the hole time - thus service was subpar. He only came around for when we were ordering stuff and getting the check; not really attentive. For the price, I’d rather go to RPM - better food, experience, and service.
  40. Bill

    Baltimore

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    Food was good. Garlic bread appetizer came with nice white sauce. Calamari with excellent red sauce. Chicken Parm very good. Mushroom Alfredo pasta excellent. Other things okay. Much too noisy and hot.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose using the Order Online button. Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 245-1226.

Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose is rated 4.4 stars by 127 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 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
Google Map for Caruso's Grocery - Pike & Rose

11820 Trade St, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Additional information

  • Cross street

    corner rockville pike and old georgetown road

  • Neighborhood

    North Bethesda

  • Hours of operation

    Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Market Cuisine, Bistro

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking available in the covered garage directly across from the restaurant. First 2 hours parking is complementary and third hour is $1.

  • Public transit

    Metro: White Flint

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (301) 245-1226

  • Private party facilities

    Caruso's Grocery Pike and Rose offers private and semi private dining spaces for intimate groups of 12 up to large property buyouts for 125 guests, including a private dinning room that seats up to 14 people.

  • Private party contact

    Sarah Melby: (844) 575-6167

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