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Italian·West Village, New York·$$·★ 4.5 Google

Rafele

Excellentmedium confidence

Several gluten-free pastas and entrees are clearly marked on the menu, with positive diner feedback on flexibility and staff attentiveness; protocols for strict cross-contact avoidance are not fully documented.

Gluten-Free Offerings

GF Pasta
0GF Score
Cross-Contamination
Medium

Shared prep surfaces or fryer. Confirm practices on arrival.

Staff Knowledge
Medium

Staff have some GF awareness but may need prompting.

Illness Reports
None

No GF-related illness reports found in recent data.

GF Labeling
Clearly labeled
GF Options
22 items identified
GF Sentiment
Mostly positive
About

Rafele is a neighborhood staple in the West Village, known for its authentic Neapolitan dishes crafted by Chef Raffaele Ronca. The restaurant is celebrated for its wood-fired pizzas and homemade pastas, making it a go-to spot for a cozy dinner. Chef Ronca, originally from Naples, brings genuine Italian flavors to New York, focusing on fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. It's…

GF Menu
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22 items
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ANTIPASTI
Olives
Castelvetrano, Gaeta olives marinated in fennel pollen, rosemary, lemon zest
GF
Grilled octopus
Grilled octopus, fava bean puree, broccoli rabe, olives
GF
Rollatini
Thinly sliced eggplant filled with buffalo ricotta, parmesan cheese, basil, summer tomato sauce
GF
Melanzana
Layers of eggplant, mozzarella, house tomato sauce, basil parmesan cheese
GF
Zuppa di fagioli
Cannellini beans, sautéed escarole, garlic, cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese
GF
Polpettine
Pan seared veal and beef meatballs, summer tomato sauce
GF
Piatto di salumi & formaggi
Platter of assorted cheese and cured meat
GF
Insalata di carciofi
Shaved artichokes, parmesan cheese, lemon, extra virgin olive oil
GF
INSALATE
Insalata del mercato
Market greens, red onions, radish, lemon, extra virgin olive oil
GF
Rughetta
Arugula, crispy pancetta, shaved parmesan, fennel, light balsamic dressing
GF
Insalata di barbabietole
Roasted beets, goat cheese, arugula, aged balsamic
GF
SIDES
Patate
Roasted potatoes, rosemary
GF
Finocchio
Roasted fennel, garlic, olive oil
GF
Friareli
Broccoli rabe, pepperoncino, Gaeta olives, capers
GF
Spinaci
Sautéed spinach, garlic, olive oil, lemon
GF
SECONDO
Zuppa di pesce
Fish stew, house tomato sauce, garlic, peperoncino
GF
Branzino alla griglia
Grilled branzino, herbs, white wine, potatoes, spinach
GF
Maiale
Pan seared pork chop, served over sautéed broccoli rabe, finished with a herbed white wine sauce
GF
Tagliata di manzo
Grilled grass-fed New York strip loin, salsa verde, arugula, shaved parmesan cheese
GF
Bistecca per due 22 oz.
Grass fed NY strip for two, braised in brick oven, served with sautéed spinach and roasted potatoes
GF
Lamb chops
Grilled New Zealand baby lamb chops, broccoli rabe, roasted potatoes
GF
Galletto arrosto
Roasted organic chicken, Italian herbs, sautéed spinach, roasted carrots
GF
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Logistics
Address
29 A 7th Ave S, New York, NY 10014, USA
Hours
Monday4:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday4:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday4:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday4:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 10:30 PM
Saturday12:00 – 10:30 PM
Sunday12:00 – 9:00 PM
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