# Raf's

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- Cuisine: Restaurant
- Neighborhood: SoHo (https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/soho)
- Space: Private Room
- Google rating: 4.1 (256 reviews)
- Address: 290 Elizabeth St, New York, NY 10012, USA
- Website: http://rafsnewyork.com/
- Hours: closed Monday, Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- Reservations: Takes reservations
- Data updated: 2026-09-20

Tucked into a charming SoHo corner, Raf's transforms group dining into an intimate affair with their private room that feels like discovering a secret supper club. The space strikes that rare balance between polished and welcoming, where your group can settle in for hours of unhurried conversation over expertly prepared dishes that showcase the kitchen's attention to both technique and soul. Your friends will be asking when you can book it again before dessert even arrives.

## Group dining, from guest reviews

Mostly small birthday celebrations; the few larger parties report hard booking and tables that could not be seated together.

- Reviewers with parties above 4 report slow or no response to calls and emails when booking.
- One party of 7 was split across separate tables rather than seated together.
- A large party was offered only a 9:30 PM seating and then waited until 10 PM to be seated.
- Staff have marked birthdays unprompted, including bringing out cake with a candle.

What works: Individual servers noted for thoughtful birthday touches; Sommelier and wine list praised, including by a large party; Room stays quiet enough for table conversation.

Watch out for: Booking parties over 4 is slow and unresponsive; Large groups may be split up or given late seatings; Reports of rushed service and early clearing of drinks.

Distilled from 10 Google reviews that mention a group, private room or celebration, read 2026-09-20.

## Questions

**Does Raf's have a private dining room?**

Yes. Raf's offers a private dining room for groups in SoHo. Contact the restaurant for capacity and availability.

**How much does it cost to book a private event at Raf's?**

Raf's has not published event pricing. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Raf's for the current minimum and deposit terms.

**When is Raf's open?**

Raf's is open closed Monday, Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 to 11:00 PM, Friday and Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM, and Sunday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, serving brunch, lunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

**What kind of restaurant is Raf's?**

Raf's is a Restaurant restaurant in SoHo, New York City, rated 4.1 stars across 256 Google reviews.

**What do guests say about group dining at Raf's?**

Mostly small birthday celebrations; the few larger parties report hard booking and tables that could not be seated together. Reviewers with parties above 4 report slow or no response to calls and emails when booking. One party of 7 was split across separate tables rather than seated together. A large party was offered only a 9:30 PM seating and then waited until 10 PM to be seated. Staff have marked birthdays unprompted, including bringing out cake with a candle. Reviewers praise: individual servers noted for thoughtful birthday touches; sommelier and wine list praised, including by a large party; room stays quiet enough for table conversation. Watch for: booking parties over 4 is slow and unresponsive; large groups may be split up or given late seatings; reports of rushed service and early clearing of drinks. Based on 10 Google reviews of Raf's that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.