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Indoor Patio with shades - Ruggero's Wading River, Wading River, NY

Ruggero's Wading River

4.7
4.7
424 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Kid-friendly
Ruggero’s serve your favorite family-style classic Italian dishes, from fried calamari to chicken scarpariello, and can be ordered two ways, in either single or family-style portions. The menu at Ruggero’s features a wide array of great selections including specialties like Pappardelle ragu, freshly made burrata, and sacchettini with truffle mushroom sauce made from only the freshest and highest quality ingredients, along 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, with a grand carousel outside the main entrance, 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 an indoor patio perfect for your semi-private event. At Ruggero’s, come as our guest, leave as family.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (631) 886-1625
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Brian Crawford
  • Catering
    Ruggero's offers customizable family-style Italian specialties for off-site catering for pick-up for any group size. Platters and trays come in small and large trays. Birthdays, Anniversaries, Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, Office Parties, Holiday Parties and more.
  • Private party facilities
    Ruggero's offer two choices in semi private events. Our enclosed patio separate from the main restaurant seats up to 80 guests or a smaller raised area or side area for smaller parties. We offer a customizable family style menu to suit any size group. Birthdays, Anniversaries, Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, Office Parties, Holiday Parties and more.
  • Neighborhood
    Wading River
  • Cross street
    Sound Ave & 25A
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Monday & Tuesday PASTA NIGHTS

    $24.95 per person

    Oct 7, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Dine with us on MONDAY and TUESDAY Evening for our PASTA NIGHT. A Three course menu with complimentary glass of Wine or Beer, choice of Garden Salad or Soup, Pasta Entree and Chef's Choice of Dessert for $24.95 per person plus tax and gratuity. Available 4pm to close. No substitutions. Not available for tax out, holidays or parties of 10 or more. Not to be combined with any other offer.
    Monday & Tuesday PASTA NIGHTS Photo
  • SUNDAY DATE NIGHT FOR TWO

    $85.00 per person

    Oct 6, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024
    SUNDAY DATE NIGHT FOR TWO $85 Two Appetizers, Two Entrées, Two Desserts and One Bottle of Wine APPETIZERS (2) Soup of the Day Burrata & Prosciutto Crispy Fried Calamari Strawberry Salad Steamed PEI Mussels ENTRÉES (2) Stuffed Salmon Fra Diavolo (+$5) Heart Shaped Ravioli Pan Seared Chicken (bone in) Rigatoni Bolognese Grilled Pork Chop Puttanesca (bone in) DESSERT (2) Chocolate Brownie with Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce Carrot Cake Homemade Crème Brulée with Whipped Cream WINE SELECTION (1 bottle included) Exclusive - The Vineyard at East Wind 2023 Premier Cabernet Franc Rosé Chardonnay Sauvignon Blanc Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Reisling
    SUNDAY DATE NIGHT FOR TWO Photo
  • Wednesday and Thursday PRIX FIXE

    $29.95 per person

    Oct 9, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
    Wednesday and Thursday PRIX FIXE Dine with us on WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY Evening for our PRIX FIXE MENU. A Three course menu with choice of Garden Salad or Soup, Entree and Chef's Choice of Dessert for $29.95 per person plus tax and gratuity. Available 4pm to close. No substitutions. Not available for tax out, holidays or parties of 10 or more. Not to be combined with any other offer.
    Wednesday and Thursday PRIX FIXE Photo

What 424 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Suffolk

    Best Value

  • Suffolk

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ruggero's Wading River is a "hidden gem" offering an impressive prix fixe menu and standout dishes like pork ossobuco. Patrons praise the "excellent food and service", along with a welcoming atmosphere. The attentive staff enhances celebrations, while regular diners note it as a reliable choice for Italian cuisine with homemade pasta.

424 Reviews
  1. Robert

    New York State

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a most enjoyable dinner experience. Selvin our server was very proficient and helpful with our questions about the menu. The butternut squash, Nonna’s lasagna and the rigatoni bolognese were excellent. It was nice and quiet for our early dinner which was welcome. We will definitely be back!

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  2. Stephen

    New York City

    52 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's nice to final find an excellent Italian restaurant with delicious food especially one that makes homemade pasta. All at a reasonable price.

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  3. Jr

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice dinner with family tonight. Zucchini appetizer special tonight

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  4. Angela

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    N/A…………………………………../////////////////////////////////

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  5. Terrence

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have dined at Ruggero's three times now. Each time is fantastic!

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  6. Richard

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Restaurant had Excellent food and service and ambiance

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  7. TJ

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable experience when dining. Ruggero's never disappoints.

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  8. Barbara

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a hidden gem. Sorry we didn’t know about it sooner. We will be back.

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  9. ElenaN

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wait staff was excellent and so was the food. I have the pork ossobuco and highly recommend this dish. My husband had the steak and was also very happy. Nice place and very reasonable prices.

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  10. Terry

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Monday/ Tuesday night specials are the best deal on long Island. The food, service and ambiance is the best.

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FAQs

Ruggero's Wading River offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (631) 886-1625.

Ruggero's Wading River is rated 4.7 stars by 424 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ruggero's Wading River

5768 Route 25A, Wading River, NY 11792

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Sound Ave & 25A
  • Neighborhood
    Wading River
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Crawford
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (631) 886-1625
  • Catering
    Ruggero's offers customizable family-style Italian specialties for off-site catering for pick-up for any group size. Platters and trays come in small and large trays. Birthdays, Anniversaries, Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, Office Parties, Holiday Parties and more.
  • Private party facilities
    Ruggero's offer two choices in semi private events. Our enclosed patio separate from the main restaurant seats up to 80 guests or a smaller raised area or side area for smaller parties. We offer a customizable family style menu to suit any size group. Birthdays, Anniversaries, Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, Office Parties, Holiday Parties and more.
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