Raffaello
A premier Italian restaurant in Haifa, Raffaello impresses with handmade pasta, authentic pizzas, and a classy atmosphere.
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Raffaello
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Must-see attractions
A premier Italian restaurant in Haifa, Raffaello impresses with handmade pasta, authentic pizzas, and a classy atmosphere.
Reserve in Advance
The restaurant is very popular and often crowded, so making a reservation is highly recommended.
Skip Cocktails
Cocktails are noted as being very light; focus on the extensive wine selection instead.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian
Price
Mid-range
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Authentic Italian Pasta & Pizza
Experience handmade pasta with imported Italian ingredients and innovative pizzas. A true taste of Italy.
Exceptional Service & Ambiance
Friendly and attentive staff in a classy, bright atmosphere with beautiful wooden furnishings.
Standout Desserts
Homemade ice cream and pistachio crème brûlée are highly praised and worth saving room for.
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Reserve in Advance
The restaurant is very popular and often crowded, so making a reservation is highly recommended.
Skip Cocktails
Cocktails are noted as being very light; focus on the extensive wine selection instead.
Visit Off-Peak
To avoid long waits, consider visiting during weekdays or off-peak hours.
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Reserve in Advance
The restaurant is very popular and often crowded, so making a reservation is highly recommended.
Skip Cocktails
Cocktails are noted as being very light; focus on the extensive wine selection instead.
Visit Off-Peak
To avoid long waits, consider visiting during weekdays or off-peak hours.
What Travellers Say
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Raffaello is celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine, with handmade pasta and delicious pizzas being highlights. Diners consistently praise the high-quality ingredients and rich flavors. While the service is generally friendly and attentive, some reviews mention new staff being a bit unpolished. The atmosphere is pleasant, though it can get quite crowded, and the wine selection is preferred over cocktails.
"מסעדה איטלקית ברמה גבוהה מאוד! מנות טעימות, וגדולות, השירות מצוין ואדיב. אחת המסעדות המועדפות עליי בצפון בכלל ובחיפה בפרט.
הייתי במסעדה מספר פעמים ובכל פעם הייתה חוויה מצוינת.
למי שמחפש מסעדה איטלקית ברמה גבוהה ומחירים טובים - מומלץ בחום!
Excellent italian restaurant, the food tastes great and the portions are quite large. The service is very good and kind. One of my favorite restaurants in the North and in especially in Haifa.
I've visited the restaurant more then once and it was a great experience every time.
If you're looking for a a great italian restaurant with reasonable prices - very recommended!"
Katya P
"The food is amazing, fresh, high-quality ingredients and rich, authentic flavors in every dish.
You can tell there's real care in the kitchen.
The staff is new and quite young, which shows at times, but they're friendly. Still, with food this good, it's worth the visit - and I'm sure the team will improve with time."
Nadav Meir
"Great food and service. We didn’t have a reservation but they seated us. The fish and pizza were amazing! Yummy"
Ronit Abraham (RonitRealtor)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it is highly recommended to make a reservation in advance as the restaurant is very popular and often crowded.
Raffaello is known for its amazing pizza and handmade pasta, including ravioli and pappardelle. Desserts like homemade ice cream are also standouts.
Yes, Raffaello offers several vegetarian options, making it a good choice for vegetarians.
To avoid long waits, consider visiting during off-peak hours or weekdays.
Diners suggest skipping the cocktails as they can be light and focusing on the restaurant's extensive wine selection.
Yes, it is described as disabled and children friendly, and suitable for celebrating with family and friends.
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Pasta made on the premises with ingredients imported from Italy speaks to the high quality of this premier Italian restaurant with an open kitchen and a pleasant atmosphere. Beautiful wood furnishings and a light, bright interior provide a backdrop to innovative dishes like pizza with pear, truffle, and blue cheese or salmon pappardelle with spinach and beets. Desserts are really the standouts: homemade ice cream and a pistachio crème brûlée have the locals lining up for a table.
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