La Locanda di Terracina In Terracina

This place was known for a €120 smartbox that included three courses and a bottle of wine. I ordered a €30 bottle of prosecco instead of the white wine and was told I'd pay the difference, but I paid for the bottle in full, so the other bottle was lost. The final bill included two bread baskets worth €2.50 each, brought to me before the appetizer, paired with a local olive oil. I hadn't ordered it, thinking it was free, but I ended up paying for it. I'm not a big fan of bread. Moving on to the food, both appetizers were good, the raw sea bass and the friselle with scampi. For the first course, a scorpion fish mix, which could have used a pinch of extra salt, and the second courses were also very good. For dessert, I wasn't particularly pleased with the chocolate cake, which didn't have a warm center and was served in a small pan, making it awkward to eat. The place was very beautiful, and the staff was friendly and helpful. At the end of lunch, between the Smartbox and the price difference (including the infamous bottle and bread baskets), I ended up spending €175, which I thought was too much for what I ate (with €10 for a cruel cake with no chocolate center, which I thought was excessive). What can I say? Go, but maybe without getting a Smartbox.

It's always nice to return to eat at DA Locanda Ruggeri, a go-to place when we're in Terracina. Everything is unique and excellent, from the food to the hospitality. We'll be back soon!!! A must try!

We spent a wonderful Saturday evening with my friends at this restaurant. Everything is very clean and well-kept, and the wait staff treated us as if we'd known each other for a long time. Piera, the wait staff member, recommended an excellent Lazio wine to accompany our meal. We each had an appetizer and a fish main course. The fish was very fresh and beautifully cooked. Thanks to all the staff for making our evening wonderful. We'll be back again.

Very pleasant atmosphere, family-friendly setting, refined service. Too long a wait: 10 minutes to order and get water, another 40 minutes for the first course, and another 15 minutes for the side dish. Small portions (4 ravioli). Limited selection of vegetarian dishes, but well highlighted on the menu (2 appetizers, 2 first courses, no second courses). The traditional country dishes are lovely.

Recommended by the guys at Nuan restaurant in Rome, this inn was a lovely surprise. The Ruggieri family excels—just think, the chef's brother is at the most beautiful restaurant in the world. Here in Terracina, we ate sublimely, with fresh and expertly prepared ingredients. We ordered the mixed antipasto with eight courses of raw and cooked seafood for €30, and two first courses. The wine list covers the entire region. Highly recommended.

Excellent food. I recommend it.

We had a wonderful time. My wife and I had lunch with excellent food, accompanied by kind and professional staff, and top-quality ingredients. I highly recommend Giovanni and Giusy. 11/30/25

Quiet and pleasant place. Very kind and professional staff. A varied menu with truly delicious dishes, carefully prepared using quality ingredients. We ate very well, appreciating the flavor and originality of the dishes. The bill was perhaps a little higher than average, but it was worth it.

Good morning, my son and I were there yesterday for the "A Sweet Afternoon" event, and where can I start? • The staff, including the owners, were kind and made us feel at ease. • I went to the bathroom and immediately noticed that it was very clean, even a curtain covering the toilet tank—you can tell there's a woman's touch. • And the food: they prepared an apple pie and waffle snack for us, and those waffles were delicious. I absolutely recommend it!!

My wife and I went for lunch on Sunday, November 9, 2025, having booked through a Smartbox. It was truly a pleasant discovery: a beautifully appointed setting, very friendly staff, and high-quality food! I highly recommend it!