"Get the calamari, the meatballs, and the lemon chicken."(5 Tips)
"What a scene... Amazing seafood salad and penne arrabiata hmmm."(5 Tips)
"Stuffed Veal Chop and Rao’s Meatballs."(6 Tips)
"lemon chicken and pasta dishes"(5 Tips)
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Josue EstradaNovember 5, 2015Miss it; The all night dinner parties, walking into the kitchen and checking out the fresh ingredients, the "Nose".
Tarik HartJanuary 5, 2015If you have a chance to eat at Rao's do not pass it up. The food is great, as everyone has mentioned, but it's the history that's truly unique.
Caroline MunichApril 29, 2019Writing this review so owner change the opening hours on google maps. We’ve made a long way to get to the restaurant and it was closed.
Andrew CJuly 22, 2020Definitely overpriced, but wonderful feeling to support local business and eat some delicious Italian foods!!!! Plus, you can get their sauces at any grocery store!
Buford BarnesFebruary 24, 2012Established 1896 and continuously family owned and operated. Renowned for its Neapolitan cuisine, but notorious as one of the most difficult restaurants in New York in which to get a reservation.
BravoJanuary 27, 2010If you are lucky enough to know someone to get in to Rao's, go. The meatballs and sauce are worth the trip. Try the steak pizzaiola. If you can’t get in, buy their cookbook! -Jill Zarin, Real Housewiv
CompassApril 25, 2014The old school-style restaurant is often likened to the Italian version of cheers: with time, the friendly staffers all know your name (and ziti order) by heart.
Harlem AmbassadorAugust 4, 2013Do you know anyone that has eaten here? Neither do we...Legend has it that you need to know someone who owns a table and reservations require a (3) month notice. If. The bar or takeout is a best bet!
al hDecember 6, 2014Oh my gosh. Counting my lucky stars to be here! What a scene... Amazing seafood salad and penne arrabiata hmmm. Pork chops looked very succulent but I don't eat meat :)- Simon & SchusterDecember 23, 2010To see what Wall Streeters and mobsters have in common, go to Rao’s. The food explodes with flavor, especially the lemon chicken and pasta dishes, says Suzanne Corso, author of Brooklyn Story. Read more
Clams Oreganata and the Penne ala Vodka are the best in the world! and the Bread is amazing! They treat you better than family here!
Richard GregoryMay 5, 2011With all the mobster photos lining the walls, there’s no hiding the mafia connection behind this East Harlem institution - I'd buy some of their pasta sauces on the way out, you filthy animal! Read more
Nicky the vest only works a few days a week...but if you have the opportunity to ever meet him, you will be a lucky person! He is a great human being!
Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
Zach AaronsDecember 20, 2011Classic, unforgettable, and fantastic. This is one of the top places on the bucket list along with the pyramids of Giza. The fried chicken is a nice surprise as is the… (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Showtime NetworkApril 1, 2011Just like an old-Hollywood movie, right? Just remember, it all started with the Original Crime Family: The Borgias.
Daniel M.March 5, 2010So you can't get a table? Stop in and have a drink at the bar. Who knows, you might just run into Robert DeNiro or Woody Allen!- Get the calamari, the meatballs, and the lemon chicken.
- The Corcoran GroupNovember 6, 2010Start with a perfectly prepared Manhattan and follow it up with Mozzarella in Carozza, a Stuffed Veal Chop and Rao’s Meatballs.
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