Rae's Real Italian
$$ • Seafood, Bars, Italian
Hours:
275 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach
(877) 583-2901
About Rae's Real Italian
Customers' Favorites
Rae’S Really Good Meatball
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Garganelli Forestale
Spaghetti Bolognese
Fettuccine Alfredo
Mussels & Clams
Parma Proscuitto
Caprese Salad
Lasagne
Rae's Real Italian Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 5 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 5 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 5 - 9PM |
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Rae's Real Italian is a well-known restaurant located near the Pink Shell Resort. The staff is praised for their friendliness and accommodating nature, especially towards families with young children. The food quality and portions have been described as good, though some customers find the prices to be high. The menu offers a variety of beer and wine, but hard alcohol beverages are not clearly mentioned. The head chef is recognized for personally checking on customers during their meal.
Recent reviews highlight the excellent service provided by the staff, particularly a server named Junior. Customers have described the service as "phenomenal," "excellent," and the server as "mature," "attentive," and an "asset to Rae's." Junior was praised as the best server/guide many customers have experienced in years, with great knowledge of the menu and thoughtful recommendations. Meals were served together for a group of six, which was appreciated, and some dishes like Garganelli Forestale with shrimp were described as delicious.
Other customers noted that their server was Lloyd, who did a fine job. They enjoyed a Parma Proscuitto Salad, and their entrees included Red Grouper, Salmon, and Pappardelle Pasta, all described as average. The Chocolate Torte was very good, and drinks included a glass of Banfi Chianti Classico and Bogle Vineyards Merlot, though both wines looked, smelled, and tasted identical, which was unexpected.
While the overall experience was positive, some mentioned that the restaurant was quite hot, and the bathroom was a bit of a distance from the dining area. Despite this, Rae’s remains a popular spot for good food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere.