Ralph's Italian Restaurant

Name: Ralph's Italian Restaurant
Address: 760 S. 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States, 19147
Telephone: (215) 627-6011
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

4256 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Ralph's now accepts credit cards.

Ralph's since 1900. Ralph's is owned and operated by the fourth generation of the ORIGINAL Dispigno family, insuring that you will receive the same great food and high quality service that has been a Ralph's tradition for over 100 years! With help from the fifth and sixth generations, Ralph's Italian Restaurant is the Oldest Italian Restaurant in America.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

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Takeout

(215) 627-6011

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 1:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(215) 627-6011
Website
http://www.ralphsrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jimmy Rubino, Jr.
Catering
Accommodating up to 100 guests:<br /><br>http://ralphsrestaurant.com/ralphs/Docs/banquet_menu.pdf
Private party facilities
Ralph’s of South Philly is owned by the same family members, insuring that you will receive the same great food and high quality service that has been a Ralph's tradition for over 100 years!
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (215) 627-6011

Location
760 S. 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Neighborhood
South Philly
Cross street
Catherine
Parking details
Valet Parking is now available.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Tossed Salad$10.50
Romaine, iceberg, tomatoes, onions, beets, cucumbers, carrots, cauliflower
Hearts of Artichokes, Prosciutto, & Reggiano$16.50
Caesar Salad$12.00
Romaine, pecorino romano cheese, croutons
- With Grilled Chicken$17.00
Roasted Peppers & Homemade Mozzarella$11.50
Roasted Peppers & Anchovies$10.50
Tomatoes & Homemade Mozzarella$11.50
Italian Salami, Provolone & Olive Salad$13.50
Arugula Salad$14.00
Plum tomatoes, red onions, gorgonzola cheese, balsamic vinaigrette
Antipasto$20.00
A variety of meat, cheese and Italian delicacies
Mediterranean Salad$20.00
Shrimp, crabmeat, tomatoes, black olives, romaine
Ralph's "Everything" Salad$20.00

Appetizers

Sautéed Escarole$9.50
Garlic and olive oil
Sautéed Long Hot Peppers$9.50
Garlic and olive oil
Bruschetta$9.50
Chopped tomatoes, red onion, mozzarella, basil, olive oil and balsamic vinegar
Our "Best of Philly" Meatballs$11.00
Broccoli Rabe$11.50
Garlic and olive oil
Mussels$19.00
PEI mussels, served in the famous Ralph's mussel sauce. Red or white
Clams Casino$12.00
Chopped clams with roasted peppers, bacon and bread crumbs
Calamari$19.00
Sautéed in red sauce

Homemade Specialties

Cheese Cavatelli Gorgonzola Cream$21.00
- With Chicken or Shrimp$26.00
Pappardelle Primavera$21.00
Spinach, mushrooms, broccoli, artichokes, marinara
Gnocchi Blush$21.00
Ravioli$21.00
Manicotti$21.00
Fettuccine Alfredo$21.00
- With Chicken or Shrimp$26.00
Lasagna$23.00
Penne alla Vodka Blush Sauce with Pancetta$21.00
- With Chicken or Shrimp$26.00

Spaghetti, Penne or Linguine with

Red Gravy$19.00
Marinara$19.00
Garlic & Olive Oil$19.00
Mushrooms$20.00
Meatballs$21.00
Sausage$21.00
Anchovies & Garlic$19.00
red or white
Clams$25.00
red or white
Calamari$26.00
Mussels$25.00
red or white
Shrimp$31.00
Jumbo Lump Crabmeat$31.00

Seafood

Shrimp Scampi$31.00
Lemon, butter, garlic, white wine over linguine
Linguine Pescatore$36.00
Shrimp, clams, mussels & crabmeat (red or white)
Flounder Francese$24.00
Egg battered, lemon, butter, garlic, white wine

Old World Favorites

Add spaghetti, broccoli, or escarole for $4

Eggplant Parmigiana$20.00
Sausage and Peppers$22.00
With onions in a marinara sauce
Broiled Sausage$24.00
With broccoli rabe & long hot peppers sautéed in garlic and olive oil served over penne

Chicken or Veal

Add spaghetti, broccoli, or escarole for $4

Ralph's Famous Parm$28.00
Cutlet pan fried with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce
Florentine$28.00
Spinach, artichoke hearts, mozzarella, white wine, butter
Sorrento$28.00
Mozzarella cheese and white wine sauce
Napoletano$28.00
Cutlet, roasted peppers, broccoli rabe, long hots, provolone
Trombino$28.00
Roasted peppers, diced tomatoes, sharp provolone cheese, garlic, olive oil, white wine
Sicilian$28.00
Balsamic and white wine reduction, black and green olives, onions, long hot peppers
Scallopine$28.00
Marinara, peppers and mushrooms
Piccata$28.00
Lemon butter sauce
Marsala$28.00
Marsala wine, mushrooms
Rollatine$28.00
Mozzarella cheese and prosciutto in a mushroom, white wine sauce
Saltimbocca$28.00
Mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, spinach, mushrooms, marsala wine sauce
Capricciosa$28.00
Mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, eggplant, plum tomato sauce, white wine
Francese$28.00
Egg battered in a white wine lemon butter sauce
Artichoke$28.00
Egg battered with artichokes in a white wine butter sauce

Sides

Gnocchi Vodka$9.50
Cavatelli Gorgonzola$9.50
Broccoli Rabe$8.50
Fettuccini Alfredo$9.50
Spaghetti Clams (Red or White)$9.50
Escarole$5.50
Ravioli$9.50
Spinach$7.50
Broccoli$5.50

What 4,256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

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DustinO
Orlando
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience1
Disappointed. Service was below average. My cocktail was far from good. The place was so loud we could not hear each other. The bread was lacking. The dishes were just okay or good. We did not opt for dessert due to the subpar experience.
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Brina5576
Atlantic City
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience3
Always a great idea to go to Ralph’s!
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Dennis
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food4service2ambience4
Overcharged for wine....by $4/bottle....they corrected. Would not split bill with more than 3 credit cards... archaic. Automatically charged 20% for lousy service....waited at least 25 minutes to order appetizer....no idea where waiter was. Mistake of$60 on last credit card and took 3 tries to get it right.... Probably will not go back.....
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and well prepared, expected pricing, old school Italian feel in the restaurant. It’s smaller and cramped seating wise but I expected that going in. The service was excellent.
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marcg
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience3
I have been going to Ralph's since 1989, it has always been consistently awesome. The staff has changed over the years but the food remains fantastic. They had a kind of hyper busboy taking my plate the second I was done which was a tad annoying. He was doing his best. Parking still blows, that's just South Philly
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JoyH
Philadelphia
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was such a spectacular experience that I made a reservation for my 55th reunion with my BEST FRIENDS next weekend and I cannot wait to,go back!🥳🎊😋
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BridgetT
New York Area
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal and friendly service. Loved it we shared Caesar salad clams casino And had spaghetti and meatballs and spaghetti olio. Also don’t miss the cannolis and the complimentary bread fantastic. We will be back.
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jenniferh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Omg soooo good! Food amazing definitely recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We traveled back "home" from NC and TX and Ralph's was our first stop. It never disappoints.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ralphs is simply the best authentic Italian restaurant in Philadelphia the food and service or second none a must stop when you were in Philadelphia
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Doc1988
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall1food1service5ambience5
Food was over cooked and over priced, service was good and ambiance was nice, but I don't understand how the oldest Italian restaurant cant make a good penne alla vodka or a good chicken parm. The vodka sauce tasted like there wasn't any cream in it, and just a basic red sauce, and the chicken parm was very chewy with a large over cooked chicken breast with lack of flavor.
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Fjason
Philadelphia
248 reviews
vip
4.0
248 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
For being billed as authentic Italian I expected dishes with more flavor. Felt as if everything was bland and basic. Didn’t live up to the hype but still overall good.
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foxchasefoodies
Philadelphia
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, cocktails and service. Glad Ralph’s is continuing the outdoor dining.
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PhilC
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve never had a bad experience at Ralphs. Whenever I’m in Philadelphia I’ll make an effort to stop by.Great food, friendly & professional staff make for a good time
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Italian in south Philly. You should not fill up on the fresh baked bread but you will and that’s okay too.
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BeverlyB
Denver
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 28, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Family feel restaurant. Food was old school Italian. Really good. Chicken scallopini was delicious with a great sauce. So much character in this part of South Philly. Loved this restaurant. Ill be back
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TaraK
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Ralphs and visit every time we go to Philly. It's a must!
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JohnK
Philadelphia
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ralph’s Italian is 123 years old! A Resturant in Philadelphia doesn’t stay in business with out great food, efficient and friendly staff and fair pricing. They have it all, if you haven’t been you’re missing out give them a try.
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Wicz
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and great service. An amazing historic venue.
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VadimS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Amazing service and food, but small space and small tables make it difficult to fit everything besides you.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food an service are top notch the experience is like going home
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StevenK35
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food is great but the upstairs dining area is incredibly loud when it’s full. We could not hold a conversation at our table because it was so loud. Some way to soften the noise in the room would help the noise level a lot
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MichaelB
Western KY
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience3
caprese salad - tomatoes were terrible, no taste., mozzarella was very good however. my veal saltimbocca was so so. veal tasted a bit "old"... parradelle dish was very good..... desert was very good as was the capuccinno.
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MelissaG
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
It was a good experience but one of our party could not eat much as there was no gluten free option for vegetarians.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Ralph’s is a good spot but I have had better Italian in Philly. The ala cart even for spaghetti was bush league. The service could of been better. Room was beyond freezing. With that said food was very good.
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RicardoA
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
We went there for Mother's day, had a reservation at 1 pm. The greeting was excellent, the service as well. The food was plentiful and with a great flavor. The only downside was the drinks, the bar did not have tomato juice for a Bloody Mary, the beers were warm. At 1 pm on a nice and warm Sunday and Mother's Day? Other than this, everything was great!
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Meghan
New Orleans
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time dining here. Really enjoyed it! Great food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
12 reviews
vip
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall1food1service4ambience2
Ralph’s has gone down hill. My wife and I ordered pasting soup which came out Luke warm. I had the veal parm with a side of pasta - $36 for what tasted like a piece of cardboard covered with sauce and cheese. Just terrible! I’ve been eating there’re for 25 years and I’m not going back. It’s become a tourist trap and there are too many better neighborhood restaurants. I’m not going back.
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FrankC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
If your visiting from out of town this is a place that will put you back in time. I enjoyed my visit very much..
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DianneV
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
Food was just average. I got the veal parm and the veal was over cooked. The bread was cold and just not appetizing. The waiter was not very friendly and basically threw my glass of water at me. The busboy made up for waiters rudeness. Nothing special about this place. Won’t go back.
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JohnS
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Ralph’s consistently serves excellent food, I’ve never had a bad meal there! I highly recommend Ralph’s for authentic Italian food.
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Dukman
Philadelphia
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our daughter's graduation from Thomas Jefferson University in Philly , on 05/11/23 with dinner at Ralph's. Been here numerous times and they never fail to amaze us. We had the sausage with linguini, ravioli, shrimp scampi over linguini, and calamari in red sauce over linguini. My daughter finished her meal off with a celebratory piece of a chocolate fudge mousse cake. We always love the selections and the quality of the ingredients and friendly staff. We will obviously be back again!!
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KerriA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great service! Wait staff was very attentive. Valet was convienient.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal and service as usual. Just a great experience!!!
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KimS
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome food!! Great service and wonderful atmosphere!
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joeG
Philadelphia
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on May 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service! Outstanding dining experience
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marc
Philadelphia
91 reviews
vip
5.0
91 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ralph’s is staple & definitely a must try. Old school vibes with classic food. Thanks to Anthony for sitting us right away. Dan our server very knowledgeable on food and wine recommendations. Can’t leave without dessert!! Jacob recommended the homemade cannoli & made me a great great cappuccino. Made me feel like I was back in Italy thanks for such an amazing experience.
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TejaswiM
Philadelphia
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came here to celebrate graduation. Food was delicious and service was impeccable! Highly recommend!
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RobertandCarolS
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Still the best Italian food in the Philly area. Wish they had a place in Bucks City. We’re getting too old to travel to South Philly. Best veal parm on the planet.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Ate outside on a lovely warm evening . Food was fabulous. Service was excellent . Definitely will be back
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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Ralph's Italian Restaurant using the Order Online button. Ralph's Italian Restaurant also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ralph's Italian Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 627-6011.

Ralph's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 4256 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 9, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(215) 627-6011

Other options

Order online

Google Map for Ralph's Italian Restaurant

760 S. 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Additional information

Cross street
Catherine
Neighborhood
South Philly
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 1:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet Parking is now available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jimmy Rubino, Jr.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ralphsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(215) 627-6011
Catering
Accommodating up to 100 guests:<br /><br>http://ralphsrestaurant.com/ralphs/Docs/banquet_menu.pdf
Private party facilities
Ralph’s of South Philly is owned by the same family members, insuring that you will receive the same great food and high quality service that has been a Ralph's tradition for over 100 years!
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (215) 627-6011

Featured in

100 Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Ralph's Italian Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Private dining

Additional information

100 Philadelphia / New Jersey Suburbs Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Ravioli

Saltimbocca

Sausage

Soup of the Day

Greens & Pastina$8.00

Salads

Tossed Salad$10.50

Hearts of Artichokes, Prosciutto, & Reggiano$16.50

Caesar Salad$12.00

Roasted Peppers & Homemade Mozzarella$11.50

Roasted Peppers & Anchovies$10.50

Tomatoes & Homemade Mozzarella$11.50

Italian Salami, Provolone & Olive Salad$13.50

Arugula Salad$14.00

Antipasto$20.00

Mediterranean Salad$20.00

Ralph's "Everything" Salad$20.00

Appetizers

Sautéed Escarole$9.50

Sautéed Long Hot Peppers$9.50

Bruschetta$9.50

Our "Best of Philly" Meatballs$11.00

Broccoli Rabe$11.50

Mussels$19.00

Clams Casino$12.00

Calamari$19.00

Homemade Specialties

Cheese Cavatelli Gorgonzola Cream$21.00

Pappardelle Primavera$21.00

Gnocchi Blush$21.00

Ravioli$21.00

Manicotti$21.00

Fettuccine Alfredo$21.00

Lasagna$23.00

Penne alla Vodka Blush Sauce with Pancetta$21.00

Spaghetti, Penne or Linguine with

Red Gravy$19.00

Marinara$19.00

Garlic & Olive Oil$19.00

Mushrooms$20.00

Meatballs$21.00

Sausage$21.00

Anchovies & Garlic$19.00

Clams$25.00

Calamari$26.00

Mussels$25.00

Shrimp$31.00

Jumbo Lump Crabmeat$31.00

Seafood

Shrimp Scampi$31.00

Linguine Pescatore$36.00

Flounder Francese$24.00

Old World Favorites

Eggplant Parmigiana$20.00

Sausage and Peppers$22.00

Broiled Sausage$24.00

Chicken or Veal

Ralph's Famous Parm$28.00

Florentine$28.00

Sorrento$28.00

Napoletano$28.00

Trombino$28.00

Sicilian$28.00

Scallopine$28.00

Piccata$28.00

Marsala$28.00

Rollatine$28.00

Saltimbocca$28.00

Capricciosa$28.00

Francese$28.00

Artichoke$28.00

Sides