Came up to Chicago area from Arkansas. We wanted "Chicago style" pizza while we were here. Caruso's did not disappoint. They were busy so one could assume that's where the locals grab their pizza pie. Pop in and grab a slice or a whole pie, would recommend calling your order in ahead. read more

Caruso's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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My husband ran in and got a Pepsi and a slice of cheese pizza He loved them both and would return $10 for two slices and a pepsi read more

One of my favorite pizza slices. Never disappoints and reasonably priced not one of the jumbo slices . Perfect size. Mainly take out and service is good as well. read more

Carusos is my go-to place for pizza, by the slice! During lunch, you get a massive slice of pizza (pictured below - one slice cut in half) and a drink for $5! They have a few tables and chairs for indoor dining, but it's mostly a takeout option! The workers are always so friendly! Tip: - get a side of ranch for the pizza! -preorder even a slice of pizza because they are always busy during lunchtime! I'll be back very soon! read more

Caruso's Pizza - Cheese Slice - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

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I just ate the best chicken breast sandwich from here!! Everything was so fresh!!! Thank you Carusos!!!

Good pizza but not great. If in Des Plaines go to Country side for better tavern style pizza.

Caruso's pan is my favorite pizza, period. Their thin crust is really good too, but holy cow that pan is pizza paradise. I'm so happy to have this joint close to home. Recently I've been trying their lunch specials. They sell pizza by the slice for $4, or for $5 with a can of soda. There are several other choices ranging from $8.99 to $10.99 for various sandwiches with fries and a soda, or a small one-topping pizza with a soda. read more

Tiny little hole in the wall pizza place next to a liquor store. Wow was it good. Accidentally ordered a deep dish pizza. Menu listed it as a pan which is a little thick but not deep dish in my neck of the woods several states away. Took a while to bake so I waited in my car since the place was tiny and filled with what appeared to be regulars. Massive thunderstorm started. Counter guy actually brought my pizza to the car for me in the rain. Such a nice guy! Pizza was still really warm by the time I got back to the hotel. Became pleasantly surprised when we tried the pizza. Totally out the big name deep dish places to shame. Nice amount of cheese with heart palpitations. Lots of good quality in it. Sauce was amazing. I wanted it on pasta it was so good. Spicy without burning, full-bodied without being cloying, well-seasoned. Chef's kiss. Dough was nice and thick like expected on a pan pizza. Nice crust to it. Good chew. Will go back next time in Chicago. read more

The staff at this pizza location are very friendly. I always get takeout very late at night. They never disappoint. Very fresh ingredients. They're also very friendly. I would recommend it. read more

It's no Giordano's, but perhaps it's the best pizza in DesPlaines. I was on my way to the office and decided to stop in for a slice of pizza. It came out quick and hot. He upsaled my order and convinced me to buy a drink for only 1 additional dollar. If I'm in the area and in the mood for a slice, I'd definitely check them out again. read more

Caruso's Pizza - Cheese Pizza slice - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

OMG, it sure who was cooking on Friday 3/22, but too much SALT... we ordered pizza and wings and the cook must of lost control of the salt shakers. Next time We'll say easy on the salt... How do you get that salt taste out of your mouth read more

Good pizza. Small place take out orders. Or delivery. The rest of the menu is great. My go to for pizza non the less. Fast service that what I like. Also nice staff friendly. read more

All prices raised! Pandemic pricing!!! Ask for a total before ordering. Good Luck Jack! read more

Caruso's Pizza - New menu I was just sent - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Great pizza spot try it out if you're a local to the area. My son likes the Hawaiian pizza and I like the Cheese with giardiniera, the rest of the fam prefers cheese. read more

We did a take out and ordered an extra large. Delivery driver gave us what appeared to be a large. Pizza was pretty bland and lacked seasoning. In a pinch it works but can find better out there. Told it would be about 40 minutes and ended up showing at the door in 20 so that was nice though read more

Caruso's pizza is always good but the receptionist lady friendly attitude is implacable read more

Our favorite pizza joint in the area, their gluten free pizza is wonderful and Im greatful they offer it.

I ordered a Special Pan pizza. I paid for a Special Pan pizza. I received a Cheese Pan pizza. I won't be ordering again. read more

just went there today and brought 3 cheesy beef w/ hot peppers and 3 cheesy fries.$47.00 God knows I want my money back It is horrible. No pepper, no dip, and the fries aren't even fresh! I live in hanover park and I use to live across the street from Carouso's 1990 til 2019. The owner I was told today retired and I can tell the quality is horrible and the fires are in the garbage. what a waste of $47.00 I will never go back! read more

Caruso's Pizza - dried cold fries Cold and no peppers and undipped italian beef cold - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Awesome pizza! Tiny place off Potter near Golf & Potter. Generous with toppings. Pro Tip: order thin with sausage, ricotta and spinach. Enjoy! read more

Great food, great prices and the people who work there are always nice! You can't beat the lunch deal.

Hands down best pizza in the north side. I'm picky with my pizza and I'm so happy to find this hole in a wall pizza joint. My family loved itttt and told me stop wasting my money on Lous lol If anyone complain about prices going up...well what do you expect in Biden's America? How do you expect small businesses to make a living when cost increases??? Don't blame the small business blame the people that voted for the democrat party. Inflation!!! Anyways over all I give this place a five stars and I have no problem giving them my money. Y'all should try it!! read more

Caruso's Pizza - The best - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Pretty good thin crust pizza. Could use a little more when it comes to toppings. But I would go there again.

Great pizza at a great price. I ordered a sausage and it was ready on time. Staff was friendly and inviting.

LOVE Caruso's, have yet to find a pizza like this in the southside. When in the area I am sure to take on home to splurge.

i've been going to carusos since i was young and it is hands down the best pizza in the park ridge/des plaines area. it never disappoints me. the sauce is so delicious and the price is amazing for the quality of the pizza. i recommend carusos to everyone i've ever talked to who lives around here and i've shown it to all my friends, who love it. even though jack is not the owner anymore the recipe stays consistent - and it's incredible every time. they also do slices!!!!! i love carusos!!! read more

Caruso's Pizza - 14 inch pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Des Plaines, Illinois

Love love love this spot for a good and simple thin crust pizza. It's our go to! The service is always great and timely, and we haven't been disappointed with the pizza quality yet. I've only ever gotten takeout, as the restaurant is quite small, but I wouldn't mind enjoying a slice there for lunch or a quick meal. read more

Love this place. Service has been great and the pizza reminds me a place in Rogers Park called Villa Palermo. Thanks for bringing back the memories! read more

The wings, the pizza, the food was delicious. Will definitely come back. The people are really nice too

Solid thin crust pizza and hot wings with a contact-free delivery option! I ordered a large thin crust pizza, well done, and here's what I found: The crust was perfect, and the cheese-to-toppings ratio was excellent. The food was delivered hot, and the driver not only did contact-free delivery, they texted me to let me know my order had arrived. I also had the very large chicken wings (spicy was a good heat level for normal folks who don't want face-melting spice) and there were enough wings to save a few for later, cheers! (oh! and the ranch dressing was also tasty) I'd happily order here again, and you should give them a try if you're looking for something outside the regular places you often go to. ~Stay Hungry, dear readers, and stay safe! read more

I ordered a medium pizza with sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, and black olives. All I received was a pizza with cheese and sauce, and paid $40. I called and they wanted to remake a new one, but I waited over an hour for the first one, so I am eating cheese and crust and sauce because I am too hungry to wait and don't want to be eating at 9pm at night. read more

Update. I ate the pizza. Well, I tried to. While warm it had absolutely no taste. Once cold it just tasted solely of salt and bitter green peppers. The crust has no flavor whatsoever. The toasted ravioli however was tasty. It seems that they have solely mastered the art of putting frozen prepared foods into a fryer. I haven't even had a chance to try their pizza and by the time I do it will be cold because I am waiting for the delivery driver Randy to leave the premises. My order was delivered 30 min earlier than expected (usually great) and I was not ready to go downstairs to my building lobby to pick it up. The delivery driver continually texted me until I agreed to come down and retrieve my order. He then refused to leave until he watched me pick up my order from the lobby. Sort of feels like stalking if you ask me. I do not feel safe around this restaurant's staff and will not be ordering from here again. read more

The other reviews have highlighted the pizzas a lot-which I honestly can't speak for. The 5 stars though-Italian beef one of the best beefs I've had in my...ever. My last meal would be an Italian beef within 99.9999% and now that I've had Caruso's I'm also 99.999% sure that my last meal would be an Italian Beef from this place. The meat is homemade and you can tell that it is, the beef has a more nuanced flavor than most places, Portillo's for instance is good but it's a big flavor. Caruso's beef seems like it's been simmered and spiced just right. The giardiniera in it was the right kind of spicy-not overwhelming heat but tasty, spicy, addition to the tasty beef and chewy bread. A great neighborhood place with a great homemade touch to their food. Awesome. read more

Would never have found this place if someone hadn't told me about it. The pizza is great - reminds me of our Friday night pizza nights growing up. Go with the regular pizza, pass on the Margherita pizza. read more

Excellent food and prices! We have ordered from here 4 times recently and everything we have gotten from ribs,shrimp, pasta and pizza has been enjoyed. read more

Such good pizza. Sauce is exquisite. Fresh as it gets. Nice people. Definitely recommend giving it a try, I'll be back

With the new owners they finally started making pizza the right way but it couldn't last could it i order today and it started again HARDLEY any TOPPINGS on it again and LITTLE BIT of CHEESE I'm tired of this and of wasting money I'm just going to find a new pizza place good luck to who wants to stay with them!! read more

Love, love, love? We order at least twice a week. The beef is amazing - get it dry with juice on the side!

Stuffed pizza great, food was ready on time, service was friendly. Would go back. Thanks carusos for the great experience.

I would legit say this was some of the best Tavern style thin crust I have had in a long time.... seriously. I can not WAIT to get more! I'd give it 10 stars if I could. read more