I’ve lived in this city forever and always noticed how busy this place was, but somehow never stopped in. My sister and I finally went last night and I’m so glad we did.
The vibe is super cozy, with different seating areas, booths and tables tucked around several fireplaces, plus a bar area. They bring out complimentary garlic bread when you sit down, crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and absolutely delicious.
We each got the $16 personal pizza deal with a side salad and drink. The pizza is thin, wood fired, crispy, and flavorful, cut into six slices, about the size of a small at most other places. Definitely a great value. The salad had fresh cucumbers and tomatoes, we added cheese, and the ranch tasted homemade.
We also ordered the homemade asiago cheese sticks, which were fantastic. Super crispy outside, creamy and cheesy inside with that sharp asiago flavor.
Our server was friendly and attentive, refilling drinks without us having to ask and offering the dessert menu. I ordered the peanut butter cream pie and the chocolate mousse pie. Both were excellent.
Our total was around $70 for two people, but I definitely added some extras. We arrived just in time to be seated right away, and by the time we left the parking lot was filling up fast. They’re clearly popular. They also offer Monday through Thursday specials, so it’s worth checking those out.
There’s plenty of parking near the surrounding stores and restaurants. It’s a few miles from the main I-75 exit, but absolutely worth the drive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
S Claspell
The young lady that waited on me was very nice
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Rick Johnson
Best lasagna ordered take out but I've ate inside and was always great, gf dad said veggie lasagna was great too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wade Whitman
Food was terrible
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Sonya Brown
Love their salads and pizza squares.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeri
We waited several minutes to be seated. They had a large group they were tending to, so we understood the delay. Unfortunately we were given one of the waitresses that was tending to that large group, so we were basically ignored. She took our order, then 10-15 minutes later, she told us they were out of an ingredient in my husband’s dinner. He quickly changed his order. After waiting about 45 minutes, my husband wanted a glass of wine, so we had to flag a different waitress since ours never returned. My food was decent but my husband was horrible. He turned the pizza swirl over and noticed they were burned. He pushed the plate away. Our waitress asked if he wanted to take them home and when he said no, she just said “okay” and walked away. The other waitress brought our bill but since no one came to take our card, he had to get up and find someone to pay. We later realized they overcharged us! Over $50 for a flatbread, an appetizer and a glass of wine?! No way! Our waitress clearly was concentrating on doing a good job for the large group that would give her a large tip. We were there over an hour and were ignored. Worst experience and the food wasn’t any better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
J Short
The fried ravioli app was too greasy or grease soaked on at least one or two. Flavor was decent. The artichoke and service is what saves this rating from being lower. To be fair I didn't order anything other than the apps.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Helena Robbins
Excellent pizza and pasta. Lasagna is exceptionally good. Hard to get refills, and it wasn't very busy when we went. Waitress seemed new but she was trying.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Donnajayne Brown
Been going to this place for more than 40 years! Wonderful food, great staff, good prices. Brought back memories of why everyone back when frequented this special place! No Intalian pizza, specialty entrees anywhere as good as Ruggero's! Need one in Lapeer!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Griffin
Seasonal outdoor venue in downtown Detroit. Clean friendly, good food. Great relaxing atmosphere in downtown Detroit
Individual pizza was ok and the service was also ok. The restaurant was clean and a little busy. The owner was friendly and very efficient.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Ryan Shangle
Very flavorful. Generous portions. Would recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Gauthier
Food was delicious. Portions are large. Kitchen was understaffed, someone called in last minute. We never complained we had no place to be. The manager came out apologizing the food was taking so long. When our bill was droped off, the 2nd meal was voided out. This is great service realizing the problem and without a complaint giving a 50% discount on the bill
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Beth Phillips
Just had pizza on the go. It's always good & hot. No cupping pepperoni available yet.. still waiting on that.
I’ve lived in this city forever and always noticed how busy this place was, but somehow never stopped in. My sister and I finally went last night and I’m so glad we did.
The vibe is super cozy, with different seating areas, booths and tables tucked around several fireplaces, plus a bar area. They bring out complimentary garlic bread when you sit down, crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and absolutely delicious.
We each got the $16 personal pizza deal with a side salad and drink. The pizza is thin, wood fired, crispy, and flavorful, cut into six slices, about the size of a small at most other places. Definitely a great value. The salad had fresh cucumbers and tomatoes, we added cheese, and the ranch tasted homemade.
We also ordered the homemade asiago cheese sticks, which were fantastic. Super crispy outside, creamy and cheesy inside with that sharp asiago flavor.
Our server was friendly and attentive, refilling drinks without us having to ask and offering the dessert menu. I ordered the peanut butter cream pie and the chocolate mousse pie. Both were excellent.
Our total was around $70 for two people, but I definitely added some extras. We arrived just in time to be seated right away, and by the time we left the parking lot was filling up fast. They’re clearly popular. They also offer Monday through Thursday specials, so it’s worth checking those out.
There’s plenty of parking near the surrounding stores and restaurants. It’s a few miles from the main I-75 exit, but absolutely worth the drive.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The young lady that waited on me was very nice
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Best lasagna ordered take out but I've ate inside and was always great, gf dad said veggie lasagna was great too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was terrible
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
Love their salads and pizza squares.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We waited several minutes to be seated. They had a large group they were tending to, so we understood the delay. Unfortunately we were given one of the waitresses that was tending to that large group, so we were basically ignored. She took our order, then 10-15 minutes later, she told us they were out of an ingredient in my husband’s dinner. He quickly changed his order. After waiting about 45 minutes, my husband wanted a glass of wine, so we had to flag a different waitress since ours never returned. My food was decent but my husband was horrible. He turned the pizza swirl over and noticed they were burned. He pushed the plate away. Our waitress asked if he wanted to take them home and when he said no, she just said “okay” and walked away. The other waitress brought our bill but since no one came to take our card, he had to get up and find someone to pay. We later realized they overcharged us! Over $50 for a flatbread, an appetizer and a glass of wine?! No way! Our waitress clearly was concentrating on doing a good job for the large group that would give her a large tip. We were there over an hour and were ignored. Worst experience and the food wasn’t any better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
The fried ravioli app was too greasy or grease soaked on at least one or two. Flavor was decent. The artichoke and service is what saves this rating from being lower. To be fair I didn't order anything other than the apps.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Excellent pizza and pasta. Lasagna is exceptionally good.
Hard to get refills, and it wasn't very busy when we went. Waitress seemed new but she was trying.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Been going to this place for more than 40 years! Wonderful food, great staff, good prices. Brought back memories of why everyone back when frequented this special place! No Intalian pizza, specialty entrees anywhere as good as Ruggero's! Need one in Lapeer!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seasonal outdoor venue in downtown Detroit. Clean friendly, good food. Great relaxing atmosphere in downtown Detroit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
Individual pizza was ok and the service was also ok. The restaurant was clean and a little busy. The owner was friendly and very efficient.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Very flavorful. Generous portions. Would recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was delicious. Portions are large. Kitchen was understaffed, someone called in last minute. We never complained we had no place to be. The manager came out apologizing the food was taking so long. When our bill was droped off, the 2nd meal was voided out. This is great service realizing the problem and without a complaint giving a 50% discount on the bill
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Just had pizza on the go. It's always good & hot. No cupping pepperoni available yet.. still waiting on that.
Their food is always hot & flavorful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tasty food!!! Love Pasta Pomadoro
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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