Mike S.
9/20/2025
Had dinner here and it was good. It's a cozy nice restaurant but can be a bit noisy when it's busy. I was impressed by the fried seafood and Rafele pizza. But the braised pork chop main course was...
Rafele Rye
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26 Purchase St
Rye, NY 10580
Rafele Rye, located in Rye, NY, is the latest culinary venture of Naples-born chef Raffaele Ronca, renowned for his authentic Italian cuisine with a Neapolitan touch. The restaurant, nestled in the picturesque village of Rye, is a sister establishment to the acclaimed Rafele Ristorante in the West Village.
With a focus on rustic Italian recipes infused with a New York flair, Rafele Rye sources fresh ingredients from local farmers, markets, and vendors to create a menu that reflects the chef's culinary expertise and passion. The cozy ambiance of the restaurant, housed in a renovated space with original brickwork and reclaimed wood elements, adds to the charm of the dining experience.
Guests can expect a warm welcome from Team Rafele as they indulge in classic Italian dishes and carefully curated wines, all while enjoying the inviting atmosphere that blends traditional Italian hospitality with contemporary elegance.
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3.5169 reviews
Linda D.
3/7/2025
Food and service was good! We started with the octopus, the arancini and the fried calamari. We had margarita pizzas which were excellent! A pear salad, branzino, gnocchi, and a carbonara....
Gladys E.
12/29/2024
Food is always good and the service very nice. There are a lot of variety and options for gluten free. Their daily specials are often a great choice. Depending on the time the place is quiet....
Angel M.
12/7/2024
What an amazing dinner at Rafele Rye. The food and drink were spot on. Gnocco Fritto may be my new favorite appetizer of all time. It is Prosciutto di Parma with fried dough and the plating is...
Christopher R.
8/31/2025
Solid. Good service. Good food. Sometimes a little noisy but honestly who cares? Shows people enjoy it and are having fun. Recommend
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