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Italian restaurant in Kingsport, Tennessee
What should I order at Raffaele’s?
What to order
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Sicilian Pizza
Repeatedly recommended as a standout favorite, with reviewers calling it a family favorite and saying it is the best in the area. It was praised for strong flavor and overall quality.
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Stuffed Shells
Mentioned several times as a favorite dish and described as very delicious. Reviewers highlighted it as a reliable, high-quality pasta choice with generous portions.
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Gluten-Free Menu Items
Highly recommended by multiple reviewers with celiac disease or gluten intolerance because of the dedicated gluten-free menu, wide variety of options, and food that tastes great without causing issues.
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Tiramisu
Called outstanding by a reviewer, making it one of the most positively singled-out desserts in the reviews.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About Raffaele’s
Relaxed, family-owned eatery offering pizza, pasta dishes & sandwiches in unassuming surrounds.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Raffaele’s known for?
Raffaele’s is especially known for its dedicated gluten free menu and its Italian comfort food, including stuffed shells, calzones, stromboli, and pizza. Reviewers also call out the sausage and peppers sub, homemade marinara, and generous portions as reasons people return.
What dishes are most recommended at Raffaele’s?
Reviewers most often recommend the stuffed shells, calzones, stromboli, New York style pizza, and the sausage and peppers sub. Other specific favorites mentioned are the Sicilian pizza, steak and cheese sub, baked spaghetti, chicken cacciatore, and tiramisu.
What is the atmosphere like at Raffaele’s?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and trendy, with a family-owned feel that some reviewers say makes it feel like a real Italian meal. It works well for groups and shared plates, and the restaurant also sees solo diners and large parties.
Is Raffaele’s good value, and what is the price range?
Raffaele’s is in the $10 to $20 range, and reviewers say the prices are fair for the portion sizes. People repeatedly mention generous servings, filling meals, and good value for the quality of the food.
Does Raffaele’s have gluten free options?
Yes, reviewers specifically praise the dedicated gluten free menu, saying there are multiple options and even gluten free desserts like chocolate cake and coconut cake. Several gluten free diners note that the food tastes good and has not made them sick afterward.
Is parking available at Raffaele’s?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Raffaele’s have vegetarian options?
Yes, Raffaele’s offers vegetarian options.
Is Raffaele’s kid-friendly?
Yes, Raffaele’s is good for kids.
