
Ristorante Lo Scoglio
A historic seafood restaurant in Cagliari with unparalleled sea views and a legendary lobster spaghetti.

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Ristorante Lo Scoglio

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A historic seafood restaurant in Cagliari with unparalleled sea views and a legendary lobster spaghetti.
"Experience the magic of dining by the sea with exceptional seafood and unforgettable sunsets."
Request personalized service
Ask your waiter to take care of you for a more enjoyable and professional dining experience.
Be patient with courses
Long waiting times between courses are possible; plan accordingly.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood
Price
$$$
Phone
+39 070 371927
Address
Località Spiaggiola, 09126 Sant'Elia CA, Italy
Website
ristoranteloscoglio.it/Highlights
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Lobster Spaghetti with a View
A celebrated dish worth the wait, enjoyed with stunning sea views from the terrace.

Sunset Views Over the Sea
Dine with a romantic ambiance, featuring a terrace directly on the water offering fabulous sunset views.

High-Quality Seafood & Wine
Enjoy fresh, high-quality seafood complemented by an extensive wine list.
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Request personalized service
Ask your waiter to take care of you for a more enjoyable and professional dining experience.
Be patient with courses
Long waiting times between courses are possible; plan accordingly.
Ask about portion sizes
Inquire about portion sizes if you're concerned about value for money.
Catch the sunset views
Visit during sunset for fabulous, romantic views over the water.
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Request personalized service
Ask your waiter to take care of you for a more enjoyable and professional dining experience.
Be patient with courses
Long waiting times between courses are possible; plan accordingly.
Ask about portion sizes
Inquire about portion sizes if you're concerned about value for money.
Catch the sunset views
Visit during sunset for fabulous, romantic views over the water.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ristorante Lo Scoglio offers a mixed dining experience, with many praising its breathtaking sea views and the highly anticipated lobster spaghetti. However, some diners have noted significant waiting times between courses and a decline in food quality, with certain dishes being described as disappointing. While the ambiance and location are consistently lauded, opinions on the cuisine and overall value vary.
"Restaurant a bit difficult to find, still experience is worth. Nice ambiance with terrace almost on the sea. Servers speak very well English and commented the menu and dishes in a professional manner. Food of high quality and nice wine list (from local to international) with a wide range of prices to satisfy all type of customers."
Francesco Cataldo
"It took me a little while to write up this review after our recent trip in Cagliari in mid June! The restaurant was recommended by our hotel concierge as well as people we know from Sardinia.
The overall experience was a mixed feeling to be honest! Perhaps this was the hot spot to be or perhaps one of the best restaurants to be in Cagliari back in the days with aproven pictures of celebrities and well known people perhaps.
It took a huge amount of time between starter and first course. The octopus dish was so chewy which we left behind. The highlight was the well known lobster spaghetti 🍝 which we waited for a while but worth the wait. We ate most of the pasta and didn't bother to touch the lobster at all. In the end, we just couldn't wait to get out of this restaurant....
The view was average and service was okey, we have had better food in Cagliari and this restaurant was ait of hype in my opinion. Taxi was ordered upon request but we were sharing the same taxi with another Italian couple back in town. That was a bit of a fast& furious ride like the one in the movie I supposed which I'm certain the local Italian couple agreed with us."
Carol
"The little manager got up from the other side of the restaurant to tell the waiter not to serve me because they were sold out. I watched 10 more people enter. More are still entering.
Here is the fresh fish.
Blatant discrimination.
I feel for the people that work for him.
I returned again to let him know I was observing him bring in more customers and he said he was going to call the cops. (More little man behavior) and now I’m here waiting.
Not a typical Sardinian person, at all!"
Leigh Miles
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Frequently Asked Questions
Some guests have mentioned it can be a bit tricky to locate, but the experience is considered worth the effort.
The well-known lobster spaghetti is frequently mentioned as a must-try, though it may require a wait.
Yes, the restaurant has hosted large groups with good food and service reported.
Visiting during sunset is highly recommended for the most fabulous views over the water.
Service is often described as professional and attentive, with staff knowledgeable about the menu.
Several guests have experienced long waiting times between courses, so be prepared for a leisurely meal.
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Are you dreaming of a romantic dinner with fresh fish and seafood and amazing views?. If so, Lo Scoglio is the right place: a wonderful terrace directly on the water and fabulous sunset views. Lo Scoglio was opened in 1958 by Giovanni Manconi and his family is still running the restaurant, which is known to be one of the best restaurants in Cagliari.
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