Raf’s New York City

Raf’s is on Elizabeth Street, away from the heavy foot traffic of neighbouring districts. The dining room runs smart and elegant, leaning into a fusion of French and Italian techniques.

It is the antithesis of the cramped, chaotic storefronts that define Little Italy just a fifteen-minute walk away. While the area immediately surrounding Washington Square Park is often dominated by students or tourists, this stretch of Elizabeth Street draws a crowd that prefers its dinner served with more deliberation. It is an intentional choice rather than a casual drop-in, making it a better pick than the crowded bistros of SoHo when you want a meal that requires an actual reservation.