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Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 211 reviews

What User doesn't like about Rae's Real Italian:
However, I rated my experience a 4 out of 5 primarily due to the bill. I expected it to be around $35 with a drink, but when I received the check, it totaled $68. It was quite surprising and hard to understand where the extra charges came from. While Rae's offers a beautiful view and a mostly peaceful atmosphere, along with excellent service from someone like Brit, the price was quite high. I can go to Pewter Mug in... View all feedback. What User likes about Rae's Real Italian:
I requested a table with a great view at Rae's for our 46th wedding anniversary, and we were fortunate to have one that overlooked the resort and the ocean. It was so relaxing! We enjoyed some fantastic signature cocktails and a deliciously plated dinner. The flavors were incredible, and we also loved the dessert shots! Next year, I hope they offer specials like lobster or surf and turf—that would be amazing. We also... View all feedback.

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3.6 ★ from 40 reviews

Very slow service, even thought it was not busy. Took 25 minutes for waiter to stop by to refill water glasses and take our order. 3 out of 4 adults stated that...

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Brite, our waitress was fabulous. very positiw and knowledgeable. the food was very delicious. very large portions.

Was not on par or what we expected. the waitress was fantastic and took her off.

Very practical and tasty. they are personal and have great attention to detail. a great view of the beach!

As a native Italian, I have to say that “Rae's Real Italian” definitely lives up to its name. The food was absolutely delectable. It had the authentic Italian f...

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Opentable
4.2 ★ from 211 reviews
ChristyC
09.04.2024 - 23:43

Very laminated menu but good. They have gluten free pasta and were able to make a vegan dish that was good. They need a sun shade as the sun was blinding coming...

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NellW
09.04.2024 - 23:43

Everything about this experience was just ok. Waited a long time to be sat despite being on time for our reservation and there barely being anyone in the restau...

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Гүрбэсү
09.04.2024 - 23:43

Jonathan was great. He should be promoted to manager soon

Hrólfdís
09.04.2024 - 23:43

Rae’s at the Pink Shell resort was amazing! We went here for dinner two nights and really loved both meals. This is delicious authentic italian food with an ade...

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Claudia
09.04.2024 - 23:43

We dined with Jonathon and he was phenomenal! Superb service, quality food, and enjoyable ambience. Jonathan made our dining experience extra special when he le...

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Restaurantji
4.0 ★ from 9 reviews
pamelapo
06.11.2023 - 08:48

Enjoyed a dinner of sea scallops with crab risotto and wild pink shrimp. Both were very good far superior to hotel food . Definitely would recommend.

Jerry
06.11.2023 - 08:48

Brit our waitress was fabulous. Very positive and knowledgeable. Food was very delicious. Very large portions.

Caren
06.11.2023 - 08:48

I asked for a table with a good view at Rae's for our 46th wedding anniversary and we got one overlooking the resort and ocean. So relaxing! We had some wonderf...

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Sarah
06.11.2023 - 08:48

This restaurant is located at the base of the Pink Shell Resort at the North end of Ft. Myers Beach. When were there in 2021, the restaurant had just re-opened...

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frank
06.11.2023 - 08:48

Really enjoyed the service and food at this Italian restaurant. The only thing I would change is the bread not everyone likes sourdough bread especially with pa...

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