Ronaldo's Ristorante at the Beach — Restaurant in Hampton

We had such a wonderful dinner at Ronaldo Restaurant during our visit to Hampton Beach — it was honestly one of the highlights of our trip. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed and taken care of, and the food... wow.

The Cacio e Pepe was such a fun and memorable part of the evening, especially for our kids. They were absolutely delighted watching it being prepared tableside — and of course, they loved the spaghetti (they’re still talking about it!). But it wasn’t just for the kids — we loved it too. It was creamy, peppery, and perfectly balanced — a dish that’s simple in concept but so beautifully executed.

I have to say, the octopus was probably the softest and juiciest I’ve ever had. I’ve tried it at a lot of places over the years, and this one really stood out — tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. Definitely a must-try.

We also shared the short rib ravioli, and it was incredible. Rich, comforting, and full of flavor — it’s the kind of dish you find yourself thinking about long after the meal is over.

Ronaldo really feels like a hidden gem in Hampton. The quality and creativity of the dishes could easily rival some of the finer restaurants we’ve tried in New York. If you’re anywhere near the area, do yourself a favor and make a reservation. We’re already looking forward...

Just ate here the other night with my family, we've been searching for something besides seafood to get as we frequent Hampton every year during the summer. I wish I could rate this higher, but the atmosphere and service was so poor that it would be dishonest. You'd think with the outside and the menu, it would be a traditional type Italian restaurant with kind of ambiance music playing, instead we had to listen to fast paced, club music that threw off the entire vibe. It made the experience feel rushed. Our server rarely checked on us while we waited what felt like forever for food, and when we were ready to pay the bill, she avoided eye contact with my Dad. The food was decently good despite the wait, but not enough that I'd be rushing to go back. We had gnocchi Bolognese and chicken parm. The Bolognese sauce was rustic and had food flavor, gnocchi's homemade and not frozen (you can tell, so points to them for that). The chicken parm was well made, but they give you an unnecessary pound of pasta with it . Maybe they still need some time to work out issues, as it seems fairly new, but we likely will not be returning. I'd skip this one if you're expecting a similar experience to what we...

Last night, we had the pleasure of trying the beautifully designed new restaurant on 3 D Street at Hampton Beach for the first time. The inviting atmosphere, complete with touches of the Italian flag throughout, immediately drew us in. The waitstaff was exceptional attentive, professional, and clearly dedicated to ensuring every guest felt well cared for.

We were especially fortunate to speak with one of the owners, who passionately shared the inspiration behind the menu and the focus on authenticity. The food Absolutely outstanding. Every dish was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented true culinary artistry.

We’re so excited to have a place offering homemade, authentic Italian cuisine just steps from the beach. You won’t be disappointed the generous portions, attention to detail, and quality ingredients make every dollar worth it.

Wishing the very best to this wonderful addition to Hampton Beach! Thankfully, their other location is open year-round off the beach because once you try it, you’ll definitely be coming...