Rafele - Rye

Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Pasta
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Rafele

Rafele
4.0 / 5 (1176 reviews)

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Rafele in Rye delivers elevated, fresh Italian cooking—standout seafood, vibrant pastas, caponata, and memorable desserts—served in a modern, lively dining room ideal for date nights, families, and groups. The wine list and cocktails complement the menu, and vegetarian choices are clearly labelled. Experiences vary: many praise warm staff and attentive bussers, while peak nights can bring slow or uneven service. Despite occasional hiccups, the cuisine, atmosphere, and thoughtful menu make it a worthwhile, stylish neighborhood destination.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Jerry

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★ 4 / 5 from 1176 reviews
jerry-morano-4
17.03.2025

This is one of the best Italian restaurants that I’ve ever been to. The food is extraordiny, the ambience and the great staff added to this special occasion. It was my Birthday and the home made cheesecake with s candle made made the night. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Bolognese, Bread Service, Gnocchi Recommendation for vegetarians: Highly recommend

christine-finer
17.03.2025

We went last Saturday night for dinner in a group of 6. The service was terrible. It took 20 min to order a drink, another 15 to get the drinks and when the server came to take our order, no one had told us what the specials were. We ordered 3 appetizers. Only 2 came out and they brought the 3rd with everyone's entrees (and asked if we still wanted it). My risotto special was just ok and my husband said his spaghetti carbonara was not good. Overall a very disappointing experience and I don't think I'll be heading back. Food: 3 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 4

gregor-siwinski
17.03.2025

We finally found this truly authentic Italian restaurant in the area that does not serve pasta Alfredo but instead carbonara, amatriciana, caccio e pepe. Bravo Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $30–50 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

luis-ruiz-horse117
17.03.2025

Great food at Rafeles. Wonderful ambiance and staff here. Will definitely come back again. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

briana-tavarez
17.03.2025

Food was okay, ordered the spaghetti carbonara and it was undercooked. Hosts were not welcoming, service felt very rushed, our bussers and runners were amazing and seemed to be the only ones that were attentive and welcoming to us. Our server spent most of his time at the host stand talking or behind the bar watching tv. Very disappointed. Food: 2 Service: 1 Atmosphere: 1

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The restaurant and its rooms are wheelchair accessible and thus reachable with a wheelchair or physiological disabilities.

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