RAO's reviews and discussion

4.7

94% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Clean, low-sugar ingredient list
  • Rich, homemade-style tomato flavor
  • Versatile, pasta-and-pizza performance
  • Strong variety, including arrabbiata
  • Occasionally acidic marinara profile
  • Slightly oily sauce texture
  • Inconsistent vodka sauce boldness
  • Perceived post-acquisition quality shifts

RAO’s earns high marks in reviews for delivering fresh, homemade‑tasting sauces with clean, low‑sugar ingredients and standout varieties like Arrabbiata, Vodka, and Sensitive Marinara that many consider the best jarred options. Reviews also flag drawbacks: frequent comments about a higher price, occasional acidity or oiliness, mixed opinions on marinara and vodka sauce boldness, and concerns from a few about quality changes post‑acquisition.

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189 reviews and posts

  • I love the taste, the clean ingredients, and the fact that their products are easily accessible at Costco. I almost exclusively buy Rao's pasta sauce now. I use it for pasta and as pizza sauce. Too good!

  • Rao’s is really good—flavorful and rich, but honestly, it's a bit overpriced. It’s great if you want a high-quality sauce, but I can't always justify the cost when there are other good options that are a lot cheaer.

  • I absolutely love this sauce it's the best the flavors are amazing and it's easy to cook and my kids love it it's a must have

  • Premium sauce that is worth the splurge. Rao's is the closest you can get to real homemade marinara from a jarred sauce. Tastes fresh and tangy, not overly sweet or tomato-paste-y like cheaper sauces.

  • Hands-down, the best tomato sauce ever. We always have these on hand, and Costco carries a two pack of these for a great price., And the brand is very clean. They also have a chicken noodle soup. That is the cleanest I’ve ever seen, the ingredients sound like it was made at home. The taste is there the price is affordable and it’s just really good!

  • Rao’s Pasta Sauce is a game changer for anyone who loves authentic Italian flavor at home. Made with high-quality ingredients like whole peeled tomatoes, olive oil, and a blend of spices, this sauce offers a rich and robust taste that elevates any pasta dish. It’s thick and hearty, clinging beautifully to noodles without feeling overly processed. While the price is a bit higher than typical sauces, the quality and flavor make it a worthy indulgence. Whether you’re whipping up a quick dinner or a more elaborate meal, Rao’s Pasta Sauce is sure to impress!

  • my all time favorite sauce! i am allergic to onion + garlic and they are one of the only brands that makes an onion and garlic free sauce and it is sooo amazing

  • You can’t go wrong with Raos

  • Delicious sauce with high quality ingredients. I always keep a jar stocked in the pantry.

  • One of the only brands that doesn’t give me heartburn or upset stomach. The sensitive marinara is one of my favorites and my whole family loves the taste!

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  • One of the best marinara sauces in market. Perfect as a base to any tomato sauce and love that it has simple ingredients. I always pick up a pack when I'm at Costco as well as it has the best pricing vs. any other store.

  • Usually my go to marinara sauce at the grocery store. Consistent tomato sauce that always is a good edition to my pasta dishes or even egg plant parm.

  • My favorite jarred tomato sauce. I love the different varieties and always have multiple jars on hand for recipes. It works great on its own but also works well for recipes that include sauce or want you to make your own sauce. The glass jars are also very sustainable; they're a big enough size that I can reuse them for storage for items like nuts or grains instead of plastic. Also, when you have enough of them it looks like a matching set.

  • The BEST tomato sauce on the market that comes in a jar. Really yummy, not too sweet and classic taste. Add some pasta water and your favorite pasta and it is delicious!

  • on the pricier end, but the taste is great, so buy when they're on sale or at costco lol.

  • This brand has the lazy Italian-American stamp of approval. It's the next best thing after making your own sauce. My family still makes fun of me for it, but they'll eat (and like) it if I make something with it.

  • This is hands down the BEST jarred marinara sauce I have ever been able to find in the grocery store. It has become a staple in our house. I've tried several of the other sauce varieties as well as the jarred soups and everything so far has been stellar.