Caruso’s Grocery in Pike & Rose Makes ‘Best Service Restaurant’ List by Washingtonian Readers

Caruso’s Grocery in Pike and Rose (along with its first location in Capitol Hill) was recently voted onto the ‘Best Service Restaurants’ list in Washingtonian Magazine’s readers’ poll.

The Montgomery County restaurant is located at 11820 Trade St. in the dining room space that was home to Owen’s Ordinary and currently home to the recently rebranded Owen’s Tavern and Beer Garden in Pike & Rose. “These Little Italy-inspired places boast a generous, friendly vibe.”

The restaurant rebranded a year ago from Owen’s Ordinary, with the bar and patio becoming Owen’s Tavern and Beer Garden and the dining room making the change to Caruso’s Grocery. Both Caruso’s and Owen’s are operated by Neighborhood Restaurant Group.  Chef Matt Adler stated that Owen’s dining room was never as busy as its  bar and patio so it made sense to repurpose the underutilized space.

Caruso’s Grocery opened its first location at The Roost food hall in Capital Hill DC back in May 2021.  According to its website, “Caruso’s Grocery is modeled after the classic, Italian-American ‘red sauce joint. You know the one: red banquettes, a killer chicken Parm, 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. Caruso’s Grocery will be home to traditional Italian-American fare focused on execution and high quality ingredients – menu items include Chicken Parmesan, Penne alla Vodka, Mozzarella en Carozza, Sole Francaise, Garlic Bread with Four Cheese Sauce, and more old school hits. A joint venture from Neighborhood Restaurant Group and Partner Matthew Adler.”

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