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Raf's

SoHo · Italian

290 Elizabeth Street, New York, NY, 10012Directions
4.1★★★★★★★★★★239 reviews

Diners appreciate this restaurant's inventive French and Italian dishes. The elegant and cozy atmosphere is complemented by the warm and professional service. Some reviews mention the service can be inattentive.

Italian-French polish, pastry bravado, and 7,377 Blackbird check-ins.

Raf's is a $$$ Italian restaurant in SoHo, New York. It has logged 9,014 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Sunday afternoons. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

MondayClosed
Tuesday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
rafsnewyork.com

Fast facts

  • Raf's has logged 9,014 Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
  • Friday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google lists Raf's at 4.1 stars from 262 reviews.
  • Highlighted reviews praise both dinner plates and pastry standouts.
  • One reviewer called the cacio e pepe scone the best bite of the day.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Raf's has 9,014 Blackbird check-ins, with Fridays and Saturdays leading the action.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inReservationsRestroomGood for kids
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Full menu

  • Seasonal pasta

    Described as a non‑negotiable order; pastas also praised at dinner.

  • Steak tartare

    A must-order here — called out as “do not skip,” with a unique presentation.

  • Specialty croissant

    Unique and delicious — something worth getting again.

  • Chicken

    Described as phenomenal — moist and flavorful, a surprising standout.

  • Dorade fish

    Called “marvelous” at dinner.

  • Dessert

    Incredible — save room for it.

  • Dry-aged burger

    Raved about as delicious, with melty cheese, a sesame-studded bun and fresh tarragon; a standout burger.

  • Seared tuna salad

    Excellent salad with nicely seared tuna; great lunch option.

seed menu intel/ updated 10d ago

No check in signal yet — activity shows up here once people start checking in on Blackbird.

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity191
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Flynet check ins

9,014

Neighborhood

SoHo

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№8

of 15 SoHo spots this month

vs neighborhood median

1× the SoHo median

SoHo percentile

Top 55% in SoHo

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 15 SoHo spots.

Last 30 days

191 check ins

−59% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 28Oct 27

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Tuesdaytoday
12a12p11p
MondayClosed
Tuesday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Saturday9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Inside Raf's

Review signal

4.1

239 Google reviews

Google Places/ updated 134d ago

Guide

Inside Raf's

Review signal

4.1

239 Google reviews

Google Places/ updated 134d ago

Full menu

  • Seasonal pasta

    Described as a non‑negotiable order; pastas also praised at dinner.

  • Steak tartare

    A must-order here — called out as “do not skip,” with a unique presentation.

  • Specialty croissant

    Unique and delicious — something worth getting again.

  • Chicken

    Described as phenomenal — moist and flavorful, a surprising standout.

  • Dorade fish

    Called “marvelous” at dinner.

  • Dessert

    Incredible — save room for it.

  • Dry-aged burger

    Raved about as delicious, with melty cheese, a sesame-studded bun and fresh tarragon; a standout burger.

  • Seared tuna salad

    Excellent salad with nicely seared tuna; great lunch option.

seed menu intel/ updated 10d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inReservationsRestroomGood for kids
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Raf's has logged 9,014 Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
  • Friday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google lists Raf's at 4.1 stars from 262 reviews.
  • Highlighted reviews praise both dinner plates and pastry standouts.
  • One reviewer called the cacio e pepe scone the best bite of the day.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Raf's has 9,014 Blackbird check-ins, with Fridays and Saturdays leading the action.

editorial/ updated 10d ago
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FAQ

How popular is Raf's?

Raf's has logged 9,014 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Raf's busiest?

Raf's is busiest on Sunday afternoons, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Raf's serve?

Raf's serves Italian and French cuisine.

How expensive is Raf's?

Raf's is in the $$$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Raf's?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Raf's in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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