Caraluzzi's Bethel Market

We do all our grocery shopping here. They even offer delivery. Quality is great!! Pricing is moderate and with the sales can beat many others. They offer a customer loyalty program that offers points for your purchases, we often end up with enough to purchase all our Thanksgiving dinner items.

Excellent selection, good customer service, and many speciality items. If you shop the sales, the prices are reasonable. The hot and prepare foods includes the soups are excellent.

I realize why I don’t shop here anymore. My husband bought short ribs from them 2 years ago and they definitely weren’t short ribs. Whole Foods didn’t have any today so he had to go to Caraluzzi again (we forgot what happened 2 years ago) and same problem again. Meat labeled and priced as “short ribs” is basically flank steak or some other cut of lower quality beef. Also, their cheese is wrapped in horrendous smelling industrial cellophane.

Love. Love, the way the grocery has been laid out. Presenting ideas for you, cheese board possibilities? All close by. Game meats? Veggies? It is a fun and interesting grocery shopping trip.

Caraluzzi's is a nice market. It seems to have all the amenities one would need or want. The staff is awesome and the surroundings are clean. They offer a hot bar with soups and such. With a delightful deli with a variety of store made salads, as well as, prepared foods. The bakery is delicious. The only caviat is that on average, the prices are a bit higher.

Great local grocery with excellent produce, a butcher, a bakery, and fresh seafood. Big enough to have everything you might need but small enough to navigate quickly. Management keeps a close watch on the registers to make checkout move smoothly.

I have loved Caraluzzi’s for 25 years. Lately it has been so disappointing; mainly relative to butcher department. I bought Ribeye a while back for a barbecue , looked and smelled great. I cooked it to medium rare. Even though it smelled great, the meat was so chewy you could not swallow it. Embarrassing and ridiculous. Last week I bought pork chops. Went to cook those the following day and they were so slimy I had to throw them out. And to give them a final chance, yesterday I bought their thin chicken cutlets. Went to cook them today and again, so slimy. This is dangerous and also awful. Twice I could not cook my planned meals. Once, I did and the meat was not fit to eat (and expensive). This has never happened before in all the years I have shopped there. Very unhappy.

Great store, always clean. Reason for 4 stars is more than a few times I have opened something to find its expired.

I work nearby here and am happy to have an alternative place to shop. The stores are well stocked and clean. The prepared foods are mostly excellent. I love the pre-made chicken cutlets but all of it is very good. The meats are usually good, ground beef is very good. Staff is generally friendly and helpful and prices are at least reasonable most of the time. Worth checking out if you are in the area.

This is a gem, for those that remember it as Bethel Food you have been around a while. Their weekly specials are a staple. Their fresh meets and produce are far better than the big box groceries

Produce is always fresh and plentiful. Clean store with a friendly helpful staff. Plenty of parking and their prices are competitive if not better than other local markets. Convenient downtown Bethel location. Today, I picked up a large family size pumpkin pie for only $6.99!

Not a discount champion, but not ridiculously expensive either. Service is top notch. Well staffed with cashiers, most aisles also have baggers as well. And they do offer up paper bags for free for customers as well, so you're getting service and convenience for the slightly higher prices than you'd find at common chains. Produce, bakery and meat items are fresh and well stocked. Most of the specialty counters are here, as well as great selections of grocery brands and varieties. They may not have 30 bottles of your favorite obscure salad dressing in this small store, but they probably do carry it among the hundred+ choices. Very clean and full service well into every evening, and parking is comfortable and well lit. A real treasure for this cute friendly community.

Michelle, a cashier, was rude AF and screamed at me thinking I tossed money at her and called me a b**ch! Managers didn't do anything about it and said she must be having a bad day and there were two sides to every story! Even if I did throw something at her you don't act like that! Do yourselves a favor and don't spend your money here!

Caraluzzi's Food Market in Newtown gives customer's a wonderful shopping experience. Besides the selection of quality products the customer service aspect of it's employees specifically store management is EXCELLENT! Unlike big box stores, you receive old fashion customer service as an individual with attention to resolving your concern. I am deeply grateful for their help today. Nov. 1st, 2022. A Rose is more than a Rose. Bob

I absolutely love Caraluzzis. I only have one complaint, they don't know how to bag groceries. I ask that all the heavy items not be put in one bag, and all the heavy items wind up in one bag. I purchased a hot/cold bag for my cold stuff and that winds up in a regular bag and my bread winds up in the cold bag. I would have given 5 stars, but this is a constant problem.

Great atmosphere, been coming here for years. But recently hitting my 30s, this place became magical.

On the whole, Caraluzzi offers convenience, good variety, and a generally helpful and friendly staff. I usually avoid their fruit offerings, however, such as melons, peaches, plums, etc. because they are ALWAYS tasteless, unripe and not at all sweet. The vegetable and spice selections, unlike the fruit, are excellent. Fortunately, Bethel now has a new Latino supermarket where I shop for higher quality fruits and some unusual specialty items that Caraluzzi doesn't carry. The result is that thise of us who live in Bethel are fortunate to have an outstanding nearby choice of two teally good grocery venues.

Since the remodel a couple years ago, caraluzzis has been fantastic! Meat and produce quality and offerings have improved significantly. Quality, selection, and value are well balanced. Are there a few places with some higher end or more exotic offerings? Sure, but you pay for it in cost and travel time. If I'm looking for something extra special I go to phinneys and butchers best, but otherwise, caraluzzis meets 95% of my needs at a good price, predictably very good quality, and super convenient.

The place looks pretty...high prices poor value. The store brand meatballs are terrible! I am certain they cannot be a family recipe. Bakery was ok but again a chocolate chip cookie should not be as expensive as meat.

Very poor customer service. Rude Managers. There were two different types of cherries so I tried one of each to see which I was going to buy a bag of. Manager told me I needed to pay before I eat them. Extremely rude. Acting like I'm there to rob them of $3.99 a pound cherries

CONVENIENCE IS THE MOTTO. This is a store that knows it's the only game in town. The store is bright and clean. The butchery selection and quality is great. They have a few artisanal items in every department for those who want high end product. However, expect on normal items you can get anywhere else to pay between .50 - 2.00 extra. This is the type of grocery store I try only to go to when it's 8:45 at night and I need something. Literally making a run for 4 or 5 groceries will run you $20 Lastly, stay away from the bakery. They have a massive selection of treats that look amazing...sadly they are bland and stale. I have tried a handful of times to get different cakes, truffles, etc and every time it's disappointing.

Pros: -I like their deli/bakery/soup quality more than other grocery chains. -Usually short lines to checkout -Some of their B1G1 sales can have prices cheaper than other stores sale prices -Managers are ususally very accomodating to help you if in need. Cons: -The prices are on average more expensive than other stores. -Don't like the new Deli system where you dont take a number (who's next ? uh...me? you? hmm i forgot). -Not a fan of the "bucks" you hold onto the card, prefer it just was discounted. "You have $2 on your card, do you want to use that savings now or later?" Hmm....does anyone actually say later?

Been shopping here for about 5 months. I like it. Store has a good layout, easy to follow and understand. Pay attention to their sale fliers and you can save some serious money and effort. Staff is friendly, even when they are busy putting items away, and will answer your questions with a smile. Recommended!

The only negative I find in bethel or Newtown stores is price.. shopping specials,you can do well.the cooked food,deli are second to none.as far as sourpuss management go,I find this a very subjective matter.I have never encountered this.they go out of their way.unfortunately,my shopping is limited because of Covid 19.I rely on shop rite because they fulfill order and deliver to car. So far Newtown carraluzzi does this on a limited basis. I understand,everyone takes a hit in these times.

Initially , I liked the store however Long lines at the cashier , narrow aisles , difficult to find items and expensive!!! It is the only grocery store in downtown . They have taken over town. The liquor store they rent would be a perfect spot for another grocery store.

I love this grocery store!! Their bakery is absolutely amazing. I love that they have a variety of yummy and beautiful pastries, cakes and cookies ready to go at all times. Whoever is the pasty chef should get a raise because they are incredible. I've gotten cupcakes and tiramisu here multiple times and man oh man are they good.

Awesome food market. Delicious hot bar food with a wide selection. Homemade soups available daily. I had one great experience I will never forget that has made me made a self promise to support local business Caraluzzis in Bethel. I forgot my Louis Vuitton wallet at the register and did not realize until I checked my email the next day. I had nearly $500 cash in there to pay my rent that week. Somehow the owner, Anthony Caraluzzi, was kind a d smart enough to use my drivers license to track me down. He magically found out my email and sent me a message that I forgot the wallet. I was extremely impressed. Nothing was missing from my wallet and it was safe in Anthony's office. He verified my identification by asking my address and birthdate to ensure I was indeed the owner. THANK YOU Anthony for your kindness, honesty, and professionalism.

Disclaimer: I only lived in Danbury for 2 years and didn't like it much. Having been in Bethel for over 50 years, Caraluzzi's has resisted the large chain grocery stores by providing their customers a better shopping experience than their national competitors. The selection is excellent for a small town and the prices are fair. As much as I liked having this big grocery store nearby, you need to be savvy in selecting fresh items like meat, fish and produce. I think Caraluzzi's relies on a mix of local distributors and sometimes have trouble getting high quality items that are out of season. But their in season items are much fresher than their competitors. When I shopped here, I'd always start with the produce, and they would always have something beautiful. Then I'd build a meal around that item. Sometimes when I went there for a specific fresh item, I'd find they didn't have it or it wasn't fresh enough (there were even clouds of fruit flies once). If this store was in Chicago (where I live now), I wouldn't shop here. But in Western Connecticut, its the best for miles around.

I enjoy Bethel Food Market. Not only did I work there when I was younger, but overall it has a really nice vibe to it. Their food is pretty quality, with a small organic section as well. They have in house sushi chefs, soup bar, and great organization throughout the store. Their cashiers seem a bit aloof at times (all very young), but overall, very customer friendly place.

I love our local market. If they do not have something that you want you can request it and they actually will order it for you. The managers are always super visible and available and everyone who works there is friendly and POLITE! I have yet (after shopping there for over three years) to have run into a sour face. The selection is continuing to improve over the years, more organics, free range grass fed meats etc. You will spend here but sometimes you get what you pay for.. and if there was ever a problem, you will have no issue with return/customer service. Very clean/ well run and still has a small town feel.

Clean and well run by people who care and smile. Always good deals and an expanded 'prepared' offerings.

Have not been able to use rewards card in months. How long does it take to install a new system to the computer. All grocery stores have these systems...how difficult can it be!!! Then again maybe the incentive to not installing is all they money they're saving in not having to hand out reward dollars. We now shop at Big W (where you get a number at the Deli dept) and only stop in at Caraluzzi's, if necessary, to pick up an item or two during the week.

I have to say a few things about the managers and owners who are always walking around with a sour look on their faces, not a friendly environment... I get the same vibe at the deli counter, miserable people most of the time... and overpriced is an understatement.

Unfortunately I have had a bad experience at Carluzzi's of Bethel on the only two occasions I have shopped there. My 1st experience was several months ago. I spoke to the seafood department in the afternoon and inquired about the price of their lobster. It was actually reasonably priced (unlike anything else in their store) and I asked what time they closed. I went to the store 90 minutes before closing but the seafood department had already shut down. The manager seemed disinterested and was unable to get anyone to serve me. On the second and last time I shopped there, I called in advance, ordered three 1 1/4 pound lobsters and was promised they would be cleaned and waiting for me 3 hours later. When I arrived, the courteous young man behind the counter told me he could sell me 3 lobsters, but he couldn't clean them. He was told by his manager that it was illegal to sell dead fish in the state of CT. Aren't lobsters the only fish that isn't dead? Suggestion, if you're going to BS your customers, please get a little closer to something that is believable. Interesting fact...Stew Leonard's charges a bit more per pound but their employees are properly trained and not afraid to clean a lobster. It seems they are also not afraid of breaking the law :~O. This is the 1st bad review of my life, it needed to be done though!

I love this store.. you can actually get anything you like and the staff is amazingly polite... thEy tend to be pricey.. but if you shop the sales it's better... havee useD the catering for small parTies ... fruit and veggie platers were beautiful. The meats are wonderful... the bakery looks very impressive ... but have purchased several cakes and pastries that were old, stale tasting.. didn't return... it was surprising since it was holiday time I had assumed the product moved quickly.. that was disappointing, but got a filet mignon there that was trimmed and tied ... 6lbs for 69.00.. stews will trim it for you but it gets weighed first.. you pay for what's left on the floor! It was delicious

I'm quite saddened by the store lately in the last year ever since the renovation they have this new Deli counter that's absolutely horrible for customer service you can't see the deli people they can't see you they don't use the numbers anymore so they're guessing who's next all the time and then customers get mad when someone jumps in front of them but more so than anything like I said the customer service especially at the deli counter has just dwindled they're very rude there they can't hear what you say they constantly asking you 3 times what you asked for and you can't see what they're cutting they don't show you the slices especially when you say you need stuff cut a certain thickness and then when you ask for something to be redone they put a face on and get mad at you it's just not the kind of customer service they've ever had there their Newtown store and their Georgetown store or definitely not like this I was shocked at the fact that they allow this to keep going on. And I know I'm not the only one cuz another lady was complaining about it today and the girl was very rude to her and she said she's even called and complained about it.

I came in to Caraluzzi's yesterday for the first time in months and was completely lost. I went to a cashier named Lily and she completely helped me out the door. All of the workers are so friendly and so helpful. I'll definitely be back!

This store is great but ridiculously expensive . you better stop at trader Joe's for good quality and good prices . when we use to spend 120 dollars at traders joes for the all week, we spent 143 dollars in that store for barely 2 days. So many products are overpriced when you can find the same at target for cheaper ( like the baby organic yogurt ) .

The major chains have nothing on Bethel Food Market! An exceptional butcher shop and deli, produce section plus an on-site bakery help to satisfy just about all my grocery needs. They also have a sushi department, staffed with Japanese chefs, that I need to try out. I have to stick to a tight budget, so I mostly shop for their sale items; I am never disappointed. The staff is really friendly and welcoming. Waiting on lines is almost never fun - there are always plenty of cashiers, and if things begin to stack up a little, management jumps right in to help alleviate the bottleneck. They're open early and close late, and are open most holidays, even if the hours are a bit limited. Oh, yeah - A wonderful garden and floral dept. rounds it out nicely :)

Nice small grocery store to get away from the overcrowded competition. The staff is friendly and they have a nice selection of products.

Great family owned store with high quality products!! on top of that they support local laws as well as our 2nd amendment rights and don't cave into pressure from a small group of people with nothing better to do than trample our rights. Gun Free Zones only making you a soft target. i will not go out of my way to shop here when i am in the area!

Manager really cares. He runs around helping everyone. Their cashiers used to be horrible totaignoring customers and flirting across the registers. Now they are better. I don't find a great variety at the bethel store. The Georgetown store is much bigger. I'm not a regular customer due to limited selection but the manager is great.

I used the catering department for the first time and could not have been more pleased, not only was the food scrumptious but it was hot and ready exactly on time. I shop here often but have not taken advantage of the catering but I will definitely do so in the future. Thank you for a wonderful experience

we have shopped here for many years. glad to see the new renovation.we are annoyed by the lack of "take a number" machine in the new deli area. it causes confusion as to who is next when there are more than a few people waiting (and there often are). now one has to pay attention to who is behind you etc. what an unncessary annoyance. If you agree please tell managent how you feel. they have been unreceptive to the possibility of going back to a simple number system. HELP

Great product and great people. All the basics covered plus some more high end stuff with enough variety at a fair price. Personally I think their beef is the best at any grocery store around. Fish counter is a little small but the seafood is of good quality and nice variety. Over all its just big enough to have everything you need but small enough to get in and out quick.

Usually Caraluzzi's prices can be a little high, but if you take the time to check out their circular in the local paper, you can find some great deals. When I'm in town, I like to stop by their sushi counter and pick up an avocado roll. They are always nice and fresh and you can tell they haven't been sitting around. They two sushi chefs are really nice and if you ask, they will make you whatever you'd like as long as they have the ingredients. If you go around lunch time or early afternoon, they still have a large selection of rolls to pick from.

The customer service here is fantastic. Always several cashiers open and I never have to bag my own groceries. They also have no self check out. Some of their prices may be a bit higher but worth it!

Great supermarket, Fresh produce and great service. Great job protecting second amendment rights!

Have been shopping in this family owned store for the last 40 years and will continue to do so because they have what I need (and are always adding new and interesting stuff), at a price I consider reasonable, with a staff who go out of their way to be helpful. Always have plenty of parking and no lines (except when snow is predicted). I hope anyone reading these reviews will ignore those reviews that have nothing to do with the business of this store but are inspired by outside agitators who have an agenda that has nothing to do with this fine store.

Over priced. Better off going to Trader Joe's or Whole Foods. Even target. The price is 2$ over what is at target. It's really unreal how over priced everything is. Also the construction has put dust on everything! All the fruit, vegetables, everything that is "fresh" isn't, it's covered in dirt and dust. Also everything on the shelves. Can't stop sneezing from the amount of dust.

Everyone from produce to cashier is as nice as can be! Meat (BI NY Strip) is fantastic! Everything is always clean, neat, and fresh! I have never been disappointed with anything here or Georgetown. Keep it going! Would be 4 1/2 if I could.

Its nice to have options other than Food Mart, Stop N Shop, etc. for your groceries. Caraluzzi`s is a family owned and operated supermarket that does a nice job. Although some prices are a bit higher than the big stores, quality and customer service here trumps the competition. You can find most of your necessities here as well as freshly made sushi. A great store, that I wish was closer to my daily commute.

DO NOT buy their ground burger meat!!!! If you have already bought some, you will notice that the outside color is red but the inside is grey! They say this is normal and it is fresh meat, but I now buy my ground meat at the Big-Y or Stop&Shop and neither is grey inside. There ground meat is just as red in color throughout the package inside and out... SO I don't know what wool Caraluzzi's is trying to pull over your eyes!!!!

I'v shopped at the Bethel store for 50 years and I think all of the big chain stores should send their personnel there to be trained. Everyone is polite and attentive (not talking with each other like you often see at the bigger stores). Nearly all reisters are open and it is rare to have to wait in line to check out. Prices are competive and products are good.

Great local grocery store. A great place to buy fresh, quality meats and seafood at an affordable price. Local and organic vegetables and other produce available. Well lit, nicely decorated, friendly staff.

This has been a great market for many years. Good quality and fair prices. It is a shame that they take donations for DAWS but won't make an announcement for pets left in cars. I will try one more time talking to management, but if they do not change their policy, I won't be shopping there anymore. Laura T. Bethel

This is a great store run by wonderful family. The staff is great and the sales greater! I have been shopping here since 1987. It's better than ever. Meat and produce quality is excellent. Their store/management policies always demonstrate that the customer is #1!