There is no reason this place should be recognized by Michelin. The food was mediocre at best. I had the Octopus appetizer and a pizza. The Octopus wasn't braised well and was rather chewy and the Rafele Pizza had zero balance. It was like eating a huge chunk of cheese. It's sad as the ingredients are good, the menu is well put together, but the execution in the kitchen is not up to par.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
John Ackerman
The meals are fantastic and the ricotta cheesecake is absolutely incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
zamgwar
Searching for a real nice birthday restaurant open on a Monday that served cacio e pepe (my wife’s favorite) I found Rafele Rye.
What a find it was.
I first must address a common comment in reviews. The noise level. It was NOT an issue.
My wife and are in our 70s. My sister and her husband are in their 80’s. It was night and every table was full. We did NOT have a problem hearing each other. We found the chit chat level very acceptable. Our table was in the rear near the pizza oven, if that made a difference.
The ambience is wonderful and it is a really nice looking place. Sleek and easy on the eyes. Elegant yet comfortable and casual if that’s possible
Everyone from the bartender to the bus people were friendly and charming
The food, was EXCELLENT. The birthday girl loved her cacio e pepe and shaved artichoke salad. My brother-in-law had a branzino which he proclaimed “excellent”. The meatball appetizer was tasty. I had the paccheri amatriciana which was bursting with flavor. My sister very much enjoyed her chicken milanese.
We had a Margherita pizza during cocktails and it was also very good. The sauce was excellent (as was the sauce on the meatballs). If I ordered it again I would ask for it charred or we’ll done BUT that is a personal preference
Drinks were cold, well made and quickly delivered and the desserts were delicious.
We have a LOT of great restaurants in Stamford but are always looking for a new place to go out. We drove down in pouring, blinding rain, and would do it again.
It was that good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Bear
Wonderful Italian restaurant. Great food, service, and atmosphere with reasonable prices. The salads and pasta are terrific Great daily specials.
It's a beautiful place to eat and the staff was great!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Iula
Love this place! In the heart of Rye!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lynn Ellenberg
Absolutely amazing food and service. The Frito Misto is the best!!! Also had a wonderful Pinot noir.
I. Montalvo
Food is excellent, the location is great ! I only have one y to share with upper management. Please let your staff know to refrain from making a clinical opinion on whether or not a customer is allergic or just sensitive to certain seafood .
If the customer says I am allergic then let it be and let them how it’s cooked in the kitchen . Let the paying customer decide if they want to order it or not.
Aside from that, I highly recommend this restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joanne Richman
Love the food and wine at Rafael’s! We had meatballs as an appetizer and pizza and pasta as well.. all were perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrés Berl
One of the best Italian restaurants in Westchester The fish soup is a must, also the mixed fried seafood starter is delicious Make a reservation, it gets busy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fritto Misto, Tiramisu, Anna’S Milanesa, Calamari, Bread Service
Daughter and Fiancé live in Rye. They frequent Rafele. Met us there. We all loved it. I reco’d the place to my sister, niece and family. They loved it!! Jon Pratt-retired chef/owner Go there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charles Yau
Every single thing on the menu is delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew Harrigan
We loved it food was excellent we will back very soon
Larry Hirsch
Five stars all around... especially atmosphere...beautiful restaurant without being LOUD!... Background music but not blare!
There is no reason this place should be recognized by Michelin. The food was mediocre at best. I had the Octopus appetizer and a pizza. The Octopus wasn't braised well and was rather chewy and the Rafele Pizza had zero balance. It was like eating a huge chunk of cheese. It's sad as the ingredients are good, the menu is well put together, but the execution in the kitchen is not up to par.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
The meals are fantastic and the ricotta cheesecake is absolutely incredible.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Searching for a real nice birthday restaurant open on a Monday that served cacio e pepe (my wife’s favorite) I found Rafele Rye.
What a find it was.
I first must address a common comment in reviews. The noise level. It was NOT an issue.
My wife and are in our 70s. My sister and her husband are in their 80’s. It was night and every table was full. We did NOT have a problem hearing each other. We found the chit chat level very acceptable. Our table was in the rear near the pizza oven, if that made a difference.
The ambience is wonderful and it is a really nice looking place. Sleek and easy on the eyes. Elegant yet comfortable and casual if that’s possible
Everyone from the bartender to the bus people were friendly and charming
The food, was EXCELLENT. The birthday girl loved her cacio e pepe and shaved artichoke salad. My brother-in-law had a branzino which he proclaimed “excellent”. The meatball appetizer was tasty. I had the paccheri amatriciana which was bursting with flavor. My sister very much enjoyed her chicken milanese.
We had a Margherita pizza during cocktails and it was also very good. The sauce was excellent (as was the sauce on the meatballs). If I ordered it again I would ask for it charred or we’ll done BUT that is a personal preference
Drinks were cold, well made and quickly delivered and the desserts were delicious.
We have a LOT of great restaurants in Stamford but are always looking for a new place to go out.
We drove down in pouring, blinding rain, and would do it again.
It was that good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful Italian restaurant. Great food, service, and atmosphere with reasonable prices. The salads and pasta are terrific Great daily specials.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pappardelle Lamb Ragu, Grilled Branzino
It's a beautiful place to eat and the staff was great!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place! In the heart of Rye!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing food and service. The Frito Misto is the best!!! Also had a wonderful Pinot noir.
Food is excellent, the location is great ! I only have one y to share with upper management. Please let your staff know to refrain from making a clinical opinion on whether or not a customer is allergic or just sensitive to certain seafood .
If the customer says I am allergic then let it be and let them how it’s cooked in the kitchen . Let the paying customer decide if they want to order it or not.
Aside from that, I highly recommend this restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the food and wine at Rafael’s! We had meatballs as an appetizer and pizza and pasta as well.. all were perfect!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best Italian restaurants in Westchester
The fish soup is a must, also the mixed fried seafood starter is delicious
Make a reservation, it gets busy
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fritto Misto, Tiramisu, Anna’S Milanesa, Calamari, Bread Service
Restaurantji Recommends
Food was great! My favorite appetizer was the calamari!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pappardelle Lamb Ragu, Calamari
Daughter and Fiancé live in Rye. They frequent Rafele. Met us there. We all loved it. I reco’d the place to my sister, niece and family. They loved it!!
Jon Pratt-retired chef/owner
Go there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Every single thing on the menu is delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We loved it food was excellent we will back very soon
Five stars all around... especially atmosphere...beautiful restaurant without being LOUD!... Background music but not blare!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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