Ronaldo's - North Hampton

We noticed that the menu had changed significantly since our last visit in November 2022. All the classic dishes we loved were gone, and the prices were quite high for what we received. There was no tortellini soup or Chicken Tortellini Tuscano, and even the side salad we used to enjoy was missing. They no longer served homemade pasta either. When we inquired about new ownership, they confirmed it. We started with the white mussels with garlic, which were somewhat dry and served in a small bowl rather than the pan, where the sauce could mix in. It was disappointing. I ordered the Chicken Milanese, which consisted of a paper-thin, tasteless chicken cutlet topped with arugula and cherry tomatoes, all for $32! A side of penne with butter added another $9.99, with an extra $3 just for sauce. So our simple meal ended up costing us $45 for a salad with chicken and a side of pasta. We used to share plates and take home leftovers, but that’s not the case anymore at the new Ronaldo's. We don’t mind paying for quality pasta, but we expect it to be fresh, not from a box. It was a shame to leave hungry, especially at an Italian restaurant. We tried to salvage the evening with dessert, but that was a bad decision. We ordered Zabaglione, which was supposed to be berries in custard but turned out to be berries in a syrupy sugar liquid with sugar at the bottom. We also ordered the Pistachio Bomb, which was meant to be gelato encased in pistachios but instead was just a piece of pistachio cake. When the bill arrived, it totaled $377 for five people, not including the tip, bringing it to $452. For long-time customers, calling yourselves Ronaldo's is misleading; perhaps you should consider changing the name to Ronaldo's Pseudo! On top of everything, the music was a letdown. We’ll miss the crooners—was that disco music playing? And we had the added experience of a leaking roof that splashed water on the table next to us, which forced us to move to another table towards the end of our dinner. Sadly, another beloved restaurant has lost its charm. We'll miss you, REALNALDO's. Unfortunately, nothing was worth photographing during this visit; the pictures I have posted are from our previous visit in November 2022. Long-time customers will remember how it used to be, and the new owners could benefit from learning from the past. **Service:** Dine-in **Meal Type:** Dinner **Price per person:** $50–100 **Food:** 2 **Service:** 2 **Atmosphere:** 2

**Dietary Restrictions:** Unfortunately, there are no gluten-free options available. This is disappointing for me, as I miss Italian cuisine, and my wife needs to follow a gluten-free diet. **Service:** Takeout **Meal Type:** Dinner **Price per Person:** $20–$30 **Food Rating:** 3/5 **Service Rating:** 3/5 **Atmosphere Rating:** 3/5

**Parking:** The parking lot is a good size but is shared with other businesses in the plaza. **Service:** Dine-in dinner. **Price per person:** $30–50 **Food Rating:** 4 **Service Rating:** 3 **Atmosphere Rating:** 4 **Recommended dishes:** Chicken Parmesan, Fresh Baked Bread, Grilled Chicken Salad, Chicken Marsala, Garlic Bread, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Fettuccine Carbonara, Fettuccine Alfredo. **Parking Space:** Ample parking available. **Parking Options:** Free parking lot.

The two dishes(seafood alfredo and 3 nut gnocchi) we got were so bland. I had to add heaping amounts of parm cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes and it still had no flavor. The seafood alfredo had whole cloves of garlic floating in it. It was disappointing, especially for the price. Service: Take out Meal type: Dinner Food: 1 Service: 4

Hadn't been in a few years and I will say it was very good and just as I remember it being years ago . Our server was pleasant and informative. She suggested a nice red wine and also a signature cocktail. We both got rhe seafood and pasta in a nice cream sauce. The portions were huge and every thing was cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend stopping In and enjoying this hidden jem . Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Lobster, Scallops, Fettuccine Alfredo