I migliori ristoranti di cucina mediterraneanella città Ponza della Latina

30/07/2025: A huge disappointment, unfortunately. I came to Acquapazza with high expectations, wanting to give a special experience to my nephew, the son of restaurateurs in Madrid and accustomed since childhood to eating in Michelin-starred restaurants around the world. I chose this place without asking for advice, trusting the name (my mistake). Let's start with the positive: the location is truly enchanting. At the top of the island, with a spectacular view of all of Ponza, the atmosphere is refined and very evocative. The staff was kind and courteous, nothing to complain about in terms of human touch. But from a Michelin-starred restaurant, I expect much more, especially in two fundamental aspects: service and cuisine. Regarding service: despite there being few tables, the attention was lacking. Our wine remained forgotten in the cooler, and several times we were forced to serve ourselves. In a restaurant of this caliber, this is unacceptable: in certain price ranges, customers deserve careful attention, discreetly but consistently. No one expects extreme formality, but attention is. And it was lacking here. About the food: beautiful presentation, beautifully plated dishes. But the flavor? Mediocre. No memorable dishes, no emotion. I left the restaurant with nothing that made me want to return. I've enjoyed much more at all the other restaurants I've tried on the island, at much more reasonable prices. The bill, however, was extremely high (€350 for the tasting menu, for three people with two bottles of wine for around €30 each), and frankly not justified by what we received. A Michelin star must be earned every day, and maintained with rigor, commitment, and research. Here, I had the distinct feeling that they were living off their income.

15/07/2025: Intimate atmosphere, elegant views, Michelin-starred dishes. The precise service: Acqua Pazza is famous in Ponza for its refinement and customer service. The dishes are carefully prepared and rich in flavor. Recommended.

05/08/2025: We went for dinner; the location is certainly very charming, but it wasn't balanced by the food. They served us eggplant parmigiana that was dry and burned, a lentil soup that was neither praise nor infamy, and barbecued red sea bream that was served cold. Special mention should be made of the rudeness of the sommelier, who, when we asked for protection from the wind, offered a blanket. Definitely not up to expectations.

31/07/2025: We have dined at EEA every year for the past few years. It never disappoints. The food is absolutely delicious and the setting is beautiful. Thank you again for our waitress (Rajuvita? We know whe have this wrong, but we hope she knows who she is. Lovely Indian woman), who has always been super professional and an absolute delight. We look forward to returning next year.

02/08/2025: everything perfect, thanks to Marco, a golden boy, excellent waiter, I hope he gets a raise in his salary

26/07/2025: During our stay on Ponza, a beautiful but decidedly expensive island, my friends and I were aware of the high prices, especially in restaurants. However, we always carefully chose places that combined quality seafood, a charming location, and a warm welcome. And I must say that, four out of five times, we were quite satisfied, even with the "hefty" bills. The only real disappointment was dinner at La Lanterna da Silverio, on Corso Carlo Pisacane. We ordered an octopus with potatoes appetizer (good but a small portion) and a grouper fillet for the main course. And here's the surprise: we were served a microscopic slice, about 10x5 cm, without any side dish, for €22. We then ordered a plate of baked potatoes, which was also very modest in quantity. As for the quality of the fish, there's nothing to complain about: it was fresh and well-cooked. However, the portion was so small that we suspected the intended slice had been split between two people. When I observed the food, the staff seemed unhelpful, almost annoyed, and the owner, who had been courteous upon arrival, didn't even approach to explain or listen to the customer. We left the table with a bitter taste in our mouths and the feeling that we hadn't received service commensurate with the price. It's a shame, because in Ponza you can eat well even if you pay a lot... but still feel respected as customers. In this case, unfortunately, we felt cheated. So if you're looking for a good value (a fair one), they don't deliver.

01/08/2025: One of the most delicious pasta I had in my life!

23/07/2025: The location is enchanting, scenically speaking. Unfortunately, the restaurant is not. I ordered gnocchi with a fish soup reduction, a completely bland dish; the reduction was basically a watery sauce with a few roughly chopped pieces of fish. The crunchy saffron was a decorative touch. The dish was completely disjointed; the gnocchi were completely bland, while the tomato sauce (certainly not a reduction) was more or less savory, but bland. The other dish I chose was a soaghetto with anchovy sauce and crumbled tarallo. It wasn't a bad thing, however, that the Brittany butter (I think) masked the flavor, giving the dish a unique heaviness. The service was quite quick (the bread and breadsticks were very good), but they were very slow in clearing away the empty plates. The fried fish (squid and shrimp) were quite good...except for the sweet and sour sauce, which was basically soy sauce in a small glass bowl. I should point out, however, that this post isn't meant to discourage new customers, but rather to give the establishment the opportunity to expand its offerings. The place is exceptional and deserves a little more effort.