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: 4.8

4.8

4754 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
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
Area
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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

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

Appetizers

Sautéed EscaroleUSD 9.50
Garlic and olive oil
Sautéed Long Hot PeppersUSD 9.50
Garlic and olive oil
BruschettaUSD 9.50
Chopped tomatoes, red onion, mozzarella, basil, olive oil and balsamic vinegar
Our "Best of Philly" MeatballsUSD 11.00
Broccoli RabeUSD 11.50
Garlic and olive oil
MusselsUSD 19.00
PEI mussels, served in the famous Ralph's mussel sauce. Red or white
Clams CasinoUSD 12.00
Chopped clams with roasted peppers, bacon and bread crumbs
CalamariUSD 19.00
Sautéed in red sauce

Homemade Specialties

Cheese Cavatelli Gorgonzola CreamUSD 21.00
- With Chicken or ShrimpUSD 26.00
Pappardelle PrimaveraUSD 21.00
Spinach, mushrooms, broccoli, artichokes, marinara
Gnocchi BlushUSD 21.00
RavioliUSD 21.00
ManicottiUSD 21.00
Fettuccine AlfredoUSD 21.00
- With Chicken or ShrimpUSD 26.00
LasagnaUSD 23.00
Penne alla Vodka Blush Sauce with PancettaUSD 21.00
- With Chicken or ShrimpUSD 26.00

Spaghetti, Penne or Linguine with

Red GravyUSD 19.00
MarinaraUSD 19.00
Garlic & Olive OilUSD 19.00
MushroomsUSD 20.00
MeatballsUSD 21.00
SausageUSD 21.00
Anchovies & GarlicUSD 19.00
red or white
ClamsUSD 25.00
red or white
CalamariUSD 26.00
MusselsUSD 25.00
red or white
ShrimpUSD 31.00
Jumbo Lump CrabmeatUSD 31.00

Seafood

Shrimp ScampiUSD 31.00
Lemon, butter, garlic, white wine over linguine
Linguine PescatoreUSD 36.00
Shrimp, clams, mussels & crabmeat (red or white)
Flounder FranceseUSD 24.00
Egg battered, lemon, butter, garlic, white wine

Old World Favorites

Add spaghetti, broccoli, or escarole for $4

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 20.00
Sausage and PeppersUSD 22.00
With onions in a marinara sauce
Broiled SausageUSD 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 ParmUSD 28.00
Cutlet pan fried with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce
FlorentineUSD 28.00
Spinach, artichoke hearts, mozzarella, white wine, butter
SorrentoUSD 28.00
Mozzarella cheese and white wine sauce
NapoletanoUSD 28.00
Cutlet, roasted peppers, broccoli rabe, long hots, provolone
TrombinoUSD 28.00
Roasted peppers, diced tomatoes, sharp provolone cheese, garlic, olive oil, white wine
SicilianUSD 28.00
Balsamic and white wine reduction, black and green olives, onions, long hot peppers
ScallopineUSD 28.00
Marinara, peppers and mushrooms
PiccataUSD 28.00
Lemon butter sauce
MarsalaUSD 28.00
Marsala wine, mushrooms
RollatineUSD 28.00
Mozzarella cheese and prosciutto in a mushroom, white wine sauce
SaltimboccaUSD 28.00
Mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, spinach, mushrooms, marsala wine sauce
CapricciosaUSD 28.00
Mozzarella cheese, prosciutto, eggplant, plum tomato sauce, white wine
FranceseUSD 28.00
Egg battered in a white wine lemon butter sauce
ArtichokeUSD 28.00
Egg battered with artichokes in a white wine butter sauce

Sides

Gnocchi VodkaUSD 9.50
Cavatelli GorgonzolaUSD 9.50
Broccoli RabeUSD 8.50
Fettuccini AlfredoUSD 9.50
Spaghetti Clams (Red or White)USD 9.50
EscaroleUSD 5.50
RavioliUSD 9.50
SpinachUSD 7.50
BroccoliUSD 5.50

What 4,754 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ralph's Italian Restaurant is a historic gem in South Philly, delighting diners with "absolutely amazing" food and "outstanding service." As the oldest Italian restaurant in the U.S., it offers a "charming old-world" atmosphere. The homemade pasta and classic dishes like chicken parm are "highly recommended." Despite some noise and occasional service hiccups, Ralph's remains a "Philly treasure" for authentic Italian cuisine.

4,754 Reviews

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Nick
Georgia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the best, if not THE best Italian food I have ever had. Everything was fantastic. The spinach gnocchi sounded risky, but we tried it and it stole the show. Such a great meal!
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David
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My wife's birthday dinner. 1st time @ Ralphs. She loves Italian food & why not the oldest Italian Restaurant? It's Philly. 9th St. So, a tight 1-way street. Valet parking is the savior. Not overly busy but busy. The staff was nice & accommodating. I had a couple Peroni's because. when in Italy. As skunky as I remember from 30 years ago. My wife's espresso martini looked lovely. She thought it was slightly boozy but she's not much of a drinker. The food. It was good. I built it up in my mind since I've heard so much about Ralphs. Maybe I expected exceptional. But it was very good. They bring bread to the table. Calamari in a nice red sauce. Not chewy (not fried either if that's your thing but the waiter prepared me). My wife had the veal cutlet w/ a side of pasta. A good size portion whacked down thin. No parsley on top so, naked. I don't know why I expected house-made pasta, but it wasn't. Again, my own expectations. I got the sausage & peppers in red sauce. Good. But I make good @ home too. I ordered this only to see if there was a marked difference between restaurant & home. Everything tasted fine. Not a complaint. For dessert, my wife had the cannoli & I had the spumoni. I might actually fight the traffic from the 'burbs to Philly just for the spumoni. It was exquisite. Between food, parking, & tips we spent about $200. It's a nice experience.
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Debbie
Philadelphia
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ralph’s was an excellent experience for me and my friends. We absolutely loved the food. Great Italian Meals for all of us! The staff was extremely friendly & professional. We definitely will be going back. A++
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John
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was an enjoyable evening. The food was delicious. The ambience was old world style yet fun. Service was excellent.
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kelly
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious. The atmosphere is great.
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John
Philadelphia
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on 4 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect way too wrap up a weekend, a great meal at Ralph’s Italian. They’ve got it all great food, great service and valet parking. One thing is changing after August 8 you won’t be able to find Ralph’s here on Open table. They are moving over to Resy, you can down load the app or use the web page to make reservations and everything you do here.
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Rick
New York City
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 2 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Meal!!!!!! Love Love Love this restaurant....
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AD
AdventurousDiner
Washington DC
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
A very nice, very traditional Italian restaurant. Family run, casual and friendly. They serve very good food at reasonable prices. Recommended
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Jessica
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of the places that I go to that I am never disappointed. The food is always amazing. The service is amazing. I will always be a forever customer.
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John
Philadelphia
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
After a less than stellar Phillies effort I went directly to Ralph’s. The effort at Ralph’s is always top shelf. It had been awhile since I had the lasagna so I gave it a whirl. The serving was so large at first I thought I couldn’t eat it all , a few minutes later I was looking at an empty plate and thinking about deserts. If you think you like Italian dishes now wait till you try Ralph’s you’ll love them when you’re done!
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Ralph's Italian Restaurant offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Ralph's Italian Restaurant also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 627-6011.

Ralph's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 4754 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for Ralph's Italian Restaurant

760 S. 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147

Additional information

Cross Street
Catherine
Area
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
Price
$30 and under
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, Takeaway, 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

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Ralph's Italian Restaurant

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Order delivery or takeout

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Eggplant Parmigiana

Ravioli

Manicotti

Soup of the Day

Greens & PastinaUSD 8.00

Salads

Tossed SaladUSD 10.50

Hearts of Artichokes, Prosciutto, & ReggianoUSD 16.50

Caesar SaladUSD 12.00

Roasted Peppers & Homemade MozzarellaUSD 11.50

Roasted Peppers & AnchoviesUSD 10.50

Tomatoes & Homemade MozzarellaUSD 11.50

Italian Salami, Provolone & Olive SaladUSD 13.50

Arugula SaladUSD 14.00

AntipastoUSD 20.00

Mediterranean SaladUSD 20.00

Ralph's "Everything" SaladUSD 20.00

Appetizers

Sautéed EscaroleUSD 9.50

Sautéed Long Hot PeppersUSD 9.50

BruschettaUSD 9.50

Our "Best of Philly" MeatballsUSD 11.00

Broccoli RabeUSD 11.50

MusselsUSD 19.00

Clams CasinoUSD 12.00

CalamariUSD 19.00

Homemade Specialties

Cheese Cavatelli Gorgonzola CreamUSD 21.00

Pappardelle PrimaveraUSD 21.00

Gnocchi BlushUSD 21.00

RavioliUSD 21.00

ManicottiUSD 21.00

Fettuccine AlfredoUSD 21.00

LasagnaUSD 23.00

Penne alla Vodka Blush Sauce with PancettaUSD 21.00

Spaghetti, Penne or Linguine with

Red GravyUSD 19.00

MarinaraUSD 19.00

Garlic & Olive OilUSD 19.00

MushroomsUSD 20.00

MeatballsUSD 21.00

SausageUSD 21.00

Anchovies & GarlicUSD 19.00

ClamsUSD 25.00

CalamariUSD 26.00

MusselsUSD 25.00

ShrimpUSD 31.00

Jumbo Lump CrabmeatUSD 31.00

Seafood

Shrimp ScampiUSD 31.00

Linguine PescatoreUSD 36.00

Flounder FranceseUSD 24.00

Old World Favorites

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 20.00

Sausage and PeppersUSD 22.00

Broiled SausageUSD 24.00

Chicken or Veal

Ralph's Famous ParmUSD 28.00

FlorentineUSD 28.00

SorrentoUSD 28.00

NapoletanoUSD 28.00

TrombinoUSD 28.00

SicilianUSD 28.00

ScallopineUSD 28.00

PiccataUSD 28.00

MarsalaUSD 28.00

RollatineUSD 28.00

SaltimboccaUSD 28.00

CapricciosaUSD 28.00

FranceseUSD 28.00

ArtichokeUSD 28.00

Sides

Gnocchi VodkaUSD 9.50

Cavatelli GorgonzolaUSD 9.50