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Da RaffaeleB+?
883 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022
· Italian restaurant, Restaurant
· Turtle Bay
Warm, chef-led neighborhood Italian with handmade pastas and attentive hospitality; prices are Midtown-expensive and some report website/menu price mismatches.
The verdict
⚠️ Review concerns: This assessment reflects moderate uncertainty due to questionable review patterns. See details in Authenticity Assessment. Da Raffaele delivers solid neighborhood Italian dining through exceptional handmade pasta and well-executed sauces paired with warm, attentive service anchored by owner-chef presence.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive ($24-26 pastas; ~$26 mains) which may surprise casual diners
What to order
- Spaghetti with Meatballs (stuffed with cheese/raisins per menu)
- Handmade Gnocchi
- Desserts (panna cotta, chocolate lava cake, tartufo/tiramisu)
What diners say
- Warm, personal check-ins from the chef-owner
- Handmade gnocchi and rich ragus
- Calm pace without feeling rushed
Opening Hours
Monday12:00–15:00, 16:30–22:30
Tuesday12:00–15:00, 16:30–22:30
Wednesday12:00–15:00, 16:30–22:30
Thursday12:00–15:00, 16:30–22:30
Friday12:00–15:00, 16:30–22:30
Saturday16:00–22:00
Sunday
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