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Raf's, New York, NY
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Raf's

$50 and over
Cafe Dining

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
This homage to Little Italy, from the same team behind Michelin-starred The Musket Room, has everything you could want, from outstanding pastries courtesy of Camari Mick and incredible entrees from Mary Attea.

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    MICHELIN Plate

    2023

From the OpenTable editors: This sister restaurant to MICHELIN-Starred The Musket Room is an Italian and French bakery by day and swanky, white tablecloth dinner destination by night. Don't miss pastry chef Camari Mick's baked goods – think candied orange almond croissant – in the morning, and return at night for chef Mary Attea's hearty dishes prepared in a wood-fired hearth.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining, French, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 09:00–11:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30–14:00 Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Website
    http://www.rafsnewyork.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    290 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012-2833
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2023
  • Area
    NoHo
  • Cross Street
    Elizabeth St & E Houston St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    6, B, D, F, M, N, R, W
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Wine

Menu

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What 35 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Raf's offers a delightful dining experience with standout dishes like arancini and ravioli. "best burger in nyc" and "awesome downtown vibe" highlight the charm. While some diners noted slow service, the atmosphere and creative menu make it a "neighborhood gem" perfect for special occasions.

35 Reviews

  1. Jean

    VIP

    San Francisco

    97 reviews

    5.0

    97 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for brunch and enjoyed every bite! The pastry basket was delicious and the egg dishes were perfect.

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  2. Risa

    VIP

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rafs is a gem and one of a kind cafe. The food is delicious. I had the French omlette with crème fraise. Excellent. The wait staff is superb very attentive. The host was very accommodating finding us a booth table that was very comfortable and quiet.

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  3. Clayton

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the most wonderful dinner celebrating my wife’s birthday. The food, ambience and service were all amazing. We will definitely be going back!

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  4. jennifer

    New York City

    120 reviews

    3.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Not sure I would describe the loudness as energetic, it was too loud to enjoy a conversation with my guest. Definitely a younger/hip crowd. Food was good, small portions. They seem to lack servers compared to the number of diners. Everyone seemed harried.

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  5. jeremy

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Raf's is such a gem! The food, service and ambience are the best of the best! I always love eating here!

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  6. Frankie

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 18 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly, the best dining experience in downtown Manhattan. Staff, amazing. Food, delicious. Diet Coke, crispy and cold. Owners, hot. 10/10 highly recommend. Bring your family. Bring a lover and conduct an affair. Have a besties dinner. Whatever the occasion, RAF’s is well suited and well appointed.

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  7. Marcy

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 9 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    RAF’s is a neighborhood gem, perfect for a dinner date, special occasion or just to satisfy hunger or a regular weekday evening. The food is spectacular. The menu is creative and inspired. The food is plated suberbly and our cocktails and wine were equally delicious. Waitstaff at RAF’s are courteous and knowledgeable about the menu’s dishes. The bar and restaurant are elegantly decorated. Dining at RAF’s is a real treat and I can’t wait to visit again soon.

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  8. Maya

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We were sitting at the bar at 8:30 on Sunday, and only two other couples were in the restaurant beside us. We were the only ones sitting at the bar, and it felt as if the staff wanted us to leave already. We sat on the left side of the bar, and the waitresses were polishing the glasses and closing everything, which made a lot of noise and made us feel unwelcome and like we had no privacy. The food was good as always, and we love this place, but it was an unpleasant experience this time.

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  9. anita

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved our recent dining experience! The food was phenomenal and would go back for the ricotta and spaghetti anytime. It was a nosier restaurant, so be prepared to talk loudly but no complaints there.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved!! We got the table right by the window up front.

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FAQs

Raf's is rated 4.7 stars by 35 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for Raf's

290 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012-2833

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2023
  • Cross Street
    Elizabeth St & E Houston St
  • Area
    NoHo
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Tue–Fri 09:00–11:30 Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30–14:00 Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Cafe Dining, French, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    6, B, D, F, M, N, R, W
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Non-Smoking, Wine
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