Ruggeros, Wading River - Menu, Prices & Restaurant Reviews

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Ruggero’s serve your favorite family-style classic Italian dishes, from fried calamari to chicken scarpariello made from only the freshest and highest quality ingredients offered with a diverse wine menu featuring selections from every region. A signature cocktail menu offers specialty drink that change with the season. Gluten free and other dietary option are available upon request. Located at The Shoppes at East Wind, Ruggero’s 200 seats spread across an airy dining room with rustic decor, peering into an open kitchen; a full marble bar with cocktail seating hosts a daily happy hour and a enclosed brick patio for open air dining or private events. Across from the entrance is a beautiful grand carousel, an enjoyment for the entire family. At Ruggero’s, come as our guest, leave as family.

CUISINES

Italian

Special Diets

Vegetarian friendly

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, Drinks

FEATURES

Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Gift Cards Available

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Glenview2 contributions

Mediocre

Nov 2020 • family

I just moved to the area recently and didn’t know what to expect. I took my mom there on. Friday evening. First impression was it was more casual than expected. I felt like I was in a cafeteria. There were no table cloths but maybe that is due to COVID. We were seated on time for our 6:30 reservation. The waiter approached us immediately but we hadn’t had a chance to look at a wine menu or drinks yet I knew it was a mistake to turn him away because then it took him a long time to come back to us. The same to continue through the night the waiter just was not available for us. We each ordered shrimp Fra Diablo . We were very impressed with the portions; jumbo shrimp along with clams and mussels in the shells. The clams and mussels had so much sand in them . Aside from that they were very good. It took a long time to get the waiter to give us our check in at that point because we hadn’t seen him earlier we let him know about the sand we were not looking for anything I was not looking for any sort of discount he did not even apologize the only thing he said was well we clean them. I don’t know if I am a waiter at a restaurant and there’s sand in the shellfish I am apologizing to my customer. That was disappointing I gave him a full tip and in hindsight I wish I hadn’t. I will return but if I see I have that waiter I will request a different server. If we order shellfish again and it’s gritty I will not return to that restaurant and I will write another review either way.

Written November 15, 2020

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BATMAN & CATWOMAN

Long Island3684 contributions

GOOD CHOICE WHEN IN WADING RIVER

Jul 2022 • none

A good choice for dinning when out east in the Wading River Area. Dinne and enjoy the shoppes at East Wind.

Written August 1, 2022

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CharlotteEastWind

Thank you for sharing your feedback. Cheers!

Written August 15, 2022

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Maurice s

5 contributions

Birthday dinner

Sep 2019 • family

Food was ok, nothing special. Best part of visit was our server, Kamilla. She was pleasant, friendly, professional.

Written October 29, 2019

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CharlotteEastWind

Hi Maurice: Happy Birthday! Thank you for visiting Ruggero's to celebrate. Sorry your food didn't meet your expectations100%. We are always seeking to improve. Thank you for you feedback and we hope you will consider trying us again in future. Cheers!

Written November 1, 2019

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mandalin216

Wading River43 contributions

Barely Mediocre

Oct 2020 • none

We made a reservation a week in advance with the request of sitting outside. When we arrived at 4:55 for our 5pm reservation, we were told that there was no more space for outdoor dining. For some reason, they were not sitting anyone at the tables outside in the front and they were "at capacity" for the new back patio area. We were sat in the center of the restaurant and although they were limiting capacity, they did sit a group right behind us and another off to the side with less than 6 feet between tables. The portions were on the smaller side, considering what you'd usually get from an Italian restaurant and nothing came with the main course. If you wanted pasta or a salad or a vegetable it was an extra charge. The service was odd. Not exactly poor, but certainly not good. There would be a long stretch of time where we wouldn't see our server and then all of a sudden we would feel rushed. The food was mediocre at best, lacking flavor. We live locally and will not be back. I believe that the only reason this restaurant will be successful is because of the East End tourists that need a place to eat on their way home. Too bad, because it is a very nice building and a great opportunity.

Written October 12, 2020

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Bayport2 contributions

Very nice family spot.

Aug 2021 • none

I attended a wake/celebration of life for a friend a few weeks back, the experience was fresh and enjoyable. It was a simple family style lunch but I would come back and try it again or think about booking a party here. I liked the private garden room in the back, and the staff was very nice and fast with drinks. Solid chicken parm and pasta spot, The broccolini was super fresh. I do like more lemon in my Chicken Francese, but it was perfectly cooked. Looking to try the new chefs food another day.

Written September 1, 2021

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Linda S

9 contributions

HORRIBLE

May 2021 • couples

Went here when they first opened and it was okay but it has gone waaaaay downhill. Atmosphere and service are good but food is terrible. Eggplant parmigiana was tough with a of cheese tossed on top and a little bit of sauce. Very rubbery. Chicken park was a piece of prebreaded chicken over cooked in a deep fat fryer. With a little tasteless sauce and a slice of cheese. Bread basket is good bread but would be better served warm. Menu is limited too. I hope they redo their menu and get a new chef. Since it’s the same owner as Eastwind & Desmonds I am surprised the quality did not match the other eateries. I haven’t been to East Wind in a while but it used to be good. It has way too many poor reviews since 2018. Obviously they are not listening to what people are saying and making the necessary improvements.

Written June 2, 2021

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Holbrook881 contributions

Very good meal

Sep 2023 • family

This is a good place to dine in Wading River. The lunch price menu as good and if you dine late enough, which I did, you can even turn this into an early dinner. Food was delicious and service was good. Would recommend this place to others.

Written September 8, 2023

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Joe

2 contributions

Fantastic Rehearsal Dinner !

Nov 2023 • family

We had a Rehearsal Dinner at Ruggeros last Friday and it couldn't have been any better !! Coordinating the logistics, menu etc with Chet and Carlos was a pleasure - both were very accomodating and professional . The food was terrific, the portions were huge and the service was the best! I highly recommend this restaurant for any occasion. Thank you for a memorable event - it was fantastic working with you .

Written November 15, 2023

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Jill J

1 contribution

Location and great food

Aug 2021 • none

we traveling though farm country and wanted a bite to eat. We found Ruffero's Italian. It was tucked into the top of the shops at East Winds in Wading River. We had great fresh pasta, a bronzini and some broccolini. To out surprised right out side is a full sized Carousel. the Kids we super happy. Definitely worth the trip.

Written August 8, 2021

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CharlotteEastWind

Thank you so much for great feedback and review. We were so happy to hear you enjoyed your visit and look forward to the next time you are passing by.

Written August 11, 2021

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barbara z

Ridge1 contribution

Monday pasta menu

Feb 2020 • none

My first time was in February with some friends. Had a wonderful experience. The food was great & the price was reasonable. Going back 3/2 to celebrate a friend’s birthday. I know he’ll love it. See you tomorrow.

Written March 1, 2020

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Pete G

United States2 contributions

Great place to go for a large group/wedding party

Nov 2023 • family

Great restaurant! Was able to accommodate a very large party very easily. Great service, and the food was fantastic! Would recommend especially if you are in town for a wedding party.

Written November 15, 2023

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Christopher Pau... J

1 contribution

Fantastic anniversary lunch.

Aug 2023 • couples

Just had a fantastic lunch with my wife to celebrate our anniversary. Food was amazing, cooked to perfection! The waiter Matt was super attentive and friendly - would go again!!!

Written August 15, 2023

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C Cote

Thank you and Congratulations on you Anniversary. Cheers!

Written August 21, 2023

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Terri L

2 contributions

Gave This Restaurant a Second Try and Still Disappointed

Jun 2023 • couples

Pros: Server was excellent Bread and spread were fresh and excellent Cocktails were acceptable but not the best on the martini Service was very fast and professional even though they had a large party in the back room Veal parmesan was tender, tasty and a nice portion for the lunch special Cons: Fork had encrusted food on it Found a piece of a brillo pad in the first chicken francaise and sent it back Lost appetite on the second chicken francaise and didn't finish Chicken francaise did not have a creamy, lemony sauce, just some water in the bottom of the dish and tasted terrible One of the glasses of wine had bubbles around the top that looked like soap had not been properly rinsed out

Written June 21, 2023

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Cathy L

1 contribution

Burned food

Oct 2022 • none

Chicken cutlet Parmesan was over cooked and edges burnt. Meat very tough and meat still had grizzle on it. Will not be going there again. Sauce tasted like jarred sauce.

Written October 19, 2022

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Mike S

1 contribution

Horrible Service - Server Dario L Extremely Rude

Mar 2022 • family

Let's start by saying that they lost our reservation for the wedding party rehearsal dinner. They had another wedding party (probably double booked or something) in the nice area with flowers in the back of the restaurant, where as we were forced to sit in the front area. (Not the biggest issue but it got worse.) No apologies, no compansation for the situation but then just kept getting worst. Then the waiter by the name Dario L was very rude to some of our table... Have me an issue about ordering appetizers with the drinks. I asked to put in an order of calamari in and he was short and dismissive saying I'm going to do the drinks first and refused my order storming away quickly. Aside from all this, several items came out incorrect or was missing chicken to the dishes. parmesan was added to some of the dishes when it was asked to be omitted. If you forget to add things to dished... I don't feel it's right to force someone to wait longer for their foot without doing something extra to fix the problem. He knew why we were there.... A dessert would have been cool but he clearly was judging us from the beginning. He wasn't advocating for us at all and we really are genuinely nice people. Not difficult at all... He was very short spoke with a bad attitude... Bread was not given to half the table... It also didn't arrive till halfway through the meal. To add insult to injury, at the end, he tossed a calculator at us saying "you're giving me a headache watching you try to do math" as we calculated the bill for everyone. Then proceeded to just stand there over us watching becoming very impatient the whole time. I honestly wanted to get a manager involved but one couldn't be seen in sight. I also didn't want to cause a seen as we were there for a wedding rehearsal dinner. I did tell a staff member that his service was extremely poor. He ruined the family event on so many levels. Not the scale to be expected from a restaurant like this...terrible service.

Written March 3, 2022

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