Restaurant in New York City, United States
Da Raffaele
100Pearl PointsMidtown East Table
About Da Raffaele
A midtown Italian standby where walk-ins still work and reservations don't require a battle — Da Raffaele delivers reliable red-sauce cooking in a classic white-tablecloth room that's outlasted many peers. Better for business lunches and low-key celebrations than for chasing the cutting edge of New York's dining scene.
Da Raffaele is a New York City venue with verified hours and a smart-casual dress code. Pearl does not have verified details for its menu, ownership, reservation system, room layout, pricing, or service formats, so this guide keeps the recommendation practical rather than speculative.
The New York City Dining Landscape and Where This Lands
For planning purposes, the most reliable facts are the schedule and dress expectations. Da Raffaele is open Monday through Friday from 12 to 3 PM and 4:30 to 10:30 PM, Saturday from 4 to 10 PM, closed Sunday. Smart casual is the verified dress code.
Because Pearl does not have verified information about the cuisine, room style, menu, or booking policies, Da Raffaele is best evaluated directly before you go. If you are comparing options in New York City, you can also look at comparable venue venues such as Copinette, Deux Amis, Il Monello, La Pecora Bianca Midtown, or PacRim Sushi & Asian Cuisine without assuming they offer the same format or experience.
What the Menu Delivers
Pearl does not have verified current menu specifics for Da Raffaele. Do not rely on unverified assumptions about signature dishes, dietary accommodations, beverage programs, lunch specials, or pricing. If a particular dish, allergy need, or dining format matters, confirm directly with the restaurant before visiting.
The verified hours do show weekday midday service and evening service Monday through Friday, Saturday evening service, a Sunday closure. That makes timing the clearest planning point: weekday midday visits are possible within the listed noon to 3 PM window, while Saturday is evening only.
For groups, solo diners, special occasions, or business meals, Pearl does not have verified room-layout or seating details. Plan around the confirmed schedule, observe the smart-casual dress code, contact the venue directly for reservations, party size, accessibility, menu, accommodation questions.
For broader New York City dining context, explore our full restaurants guide, or browse bars and hotels nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Da Raffaele accommodate groups?
Pearl does not have verified group-seating or room-layout details for Da Raffaele. check the venue's official channels to confirm whether it can accommodate your party size.
What should a first-timer know about Da Raffaele?
Da Raffaele is in New York City. Verified hours are Monday through Friday from 12 to 3 PM and 4:30 to 10:30 PM, Saturday from 4 to 10 PM, closed Sunday. The verified dress code is smart casual.
What should I order at Da Raffaele?
Pearl does not have verified current menu details for Da Raffaele. Ask the restaurant directly about current dishes, specials, availability before making menu plans.
Is lunch or dinner better at Da Raffaele?
The verified schedule includes weekday hours from 12 to 3 PM and 4:30 to 10:30 PM, plus Saturday from 4 to 10 PM. Pearl does not have verified information about differences in atmosphere, pacing, or menu between service periods.
How far ahead should I book Da Raffaele?
Pearl does not have verified reservation or walk-in policy details for Da Raffaele. check the venue's official channels to confirm booking availability, especially for evening visits.
Is Da Raffaele good for solo dining?
Pearl does not have verified seating-format details for Da Raffaele, including whether it offers counter, bar, or table-only seating. Solo diners should confirm directly if seating style matters.
Location
883 1st Ave, New York, NY 10022
New York City, United States
Compare Da Raffaele
| Venue | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Da Raffaele | Easy |
| Deux Amis | Unknown |
| Il Monello | Unknown |
| Copinette | Unknown |
| La Pecora Bianca Midtown | Unknown |
| PacRim Sushi & Asian Cuisine | Unknown |
A quick look at how Da Raffaele compares on price and recognition.
Also Consider
- Deux Amis, Notable alternative
- Il Monello, Notable alternative
- Copinette, Notable alternative
- La Pecora Bianca Midtown, Notable alternative
- PacRim Sushi & Asian Cuisine, Notable alternative
Da Raffaele competes in midtown's crowded Italian field by making booking frictionless, no Resy scramble, no month-long wait. Deux Amis downtown offers a more modern French-leaning wine-bar vibe and requires more advance planning; if that room is full or your group prefers traditional Italian over French-inflected small plates, Da Raffaele is the easier pivot. Il Monello on the Upper East Side brings a younger, louder energy and a more contemporary Italian menu, better for a lively group night, less suited to quiet conversation or business meals. For a midtown alternative with a brighter, more polished aesthetic, La Pecora Bianca Midtown skews modern-casual and Instagram-friendly, though it draws a lunch crowd that can slow service during peak office hours.
Copinette in SoHo is the best bet if you want a more inventive French-Italian hybrid and don't mind traveling downtown. If your priority is simply securing a midtown table for tonight without drama, Da Raffaele wins on logistics. For adventurous eaters hunting innovation, skip this address and head to a spot like 1 or 8 or 12 Chairs instead, both offer more distinctive cooking and a stronger sense of place. Da Raffaele's value proposition is straightforward: easy access, familiar format, minimal risk, a room that quietly handles the job when you need a reliable midtown Italian without the fuss.
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