Definitely a solid red sauce, Italian joint. Welcoming old school vibes and the portions are huge. Everything about here is like a warm Italian hug. It's right behind the Salem Mall. They have a backlog parking lot that's pretty ample. read more

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Another great dinner at Ralphie's. They don't take reservations so we waited about 30 minutes to be seated. Bar was full and there were many waiting to be seated at the bar. First they serve Tripoli bakery bread and that's an added bonus. My choice was their lasagna special which is only served on weekends. For $20.95 you get a cup of soup or salad and a huge plate of lasagna ( enough for 2-3 meals depending on your appetite). I went for the chicken soup that looks like Italian wedding soup and it was full of meatballs and delicious. The lasagna is my favorite dish at Ralphies. I love their sauce and it has a lot of meat. It is a lively place and can get loud as people are enjoying the food and the tables are close. We had the fantastic Thalia for a server. Although she had many tables to take care of, she made sure to give all individual attention. Drinks were never empty and she came back often to check in us. Parking can get full but you can park across the street. read more

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My father loves it here and mainly because their plates are huge and he loves to eat! I can confirm the plates are ridiculously large and thank goodness I shared my dish! The menu is very extensive so there is something for everyone. Got the lasagna which I thought was good but again, one person can't eat that! Didn't care much for the bread or salad that comes with but main dish was good. read more

Ralphie's nice casual dining with a fast paced restaurant people chatting and having a great time. The service was fantastic are waitress was funny and pleasant everything was great she was excellent. Now the food itself was excellent the bread was freshly baked with plenty of butter the salad had house dressing it was crispy and fresh. We got lobster ravioli with sauce fresh lobster made we also got the veal Parmesan with angel hair spaghetti and sauce melted cheese it was perfectly cooked tender put Parmesan cheese on top it was delicious then the chicken Parmesan with melted cheese plain sauce on the side that was really good yummy the meatballs are huge along with the Italian sausage are yummy as well they give you a complementary bibs so you don't get anything on your clothes. Everything was delicious and excellent came out hot good food read more

Real old school traditional American-Italian food, look and feel. The pictures on the wall, the neighborly service, the tables with the red and white checked tablecloths. The food is what you want and expect, plenty of it and what your 80 year old Nonna would make! This place touches a spot on your soul. read more

Ralphie's Cafe Italiano - Italian Near Me - Salem, New Hampshire

First of all, fun. The atmosphere is family-oriented, very friendly, comfortable, bustling, and full of good vibes. It's a few steps up from pizza parlor but not up to "special-occasion-only" level. Prices are excellent, very reasonable, and the portions are huge. Staff was very friendly, funny, and efficient. Our server was excellent: Warm, welcoming, treated us like she has known us for years even though it was the first time we were there. Place is warmly lit and clean. The sauce, while there is too much added to the dishes, was not too acidic. Eggplant parm lacked the showy cheesiness because it was buried under a bit too much sauce, for example. The Caesar salad dressing was more like an Olive Garden Italian dressing, but the lettuce was perfect with Parmesan shavings and croutons, and it was a generous "add on" that the server brought out an extra plate for sharing. We will try it again and try some different dishes, and see how it goes. I liked it, foodwise, just didn't love it. But I really loved the atmosphere and staff and server. read more

They always give generous amount of food. U are guarantee to have lunch for tomorrow. Their meat sauce is so good, i was feeling adventurous last night, even the carbonara really good, once i nibble my husband's, i regret my decision not to stay with my regular option. Last night we had a very young waitress and reminds me of Energizer Bunny, never stop long enough, sometimes we have to catch her to get her attention. My suggestion is dont come between 5-6 its mad house. read more

Ralphie's Cafe Italiano - Gigantic portion of Chicken Parmigiano - Italian Near Me - Salem, New Hampshire

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Have been going to Ralphies for 30 years. 100% Awesome food, clean, nice decor, great personable service. Until yesterday. Food server was worst in 30 years. Ordered main coarse and type of salad. No salad . Only after main coarse we asked another server about the salad. Punk kid/server came back and said. "What do you want to get it to go" but with attitude. Treated my wife and i like we were on his time, and he didn't have time for us. As a general rule my wife and i leave an average well deserved 25% tip. Last night this kid earned a $1.00 tip for his service or lack of. Just wanted to send a messgae that a tip is earned, not owed. The food was good as always and now the salad sits in our fridge. read more

Great food and better than the food choices located around Tuscan Village. We had the Tripe, broccoli rabe and linguine with white clam sauce at the bar. We will be back. read more

We checked out Ralphie's as neither of us had ever been. The wait was reasonable, the decor was warm and welcoming. One thing to know, if you get a pasta dish like chicken cacciatore, if you don't want two different sauces, let them know. You can't really combine your pasta with the rest of the dish otherwise. But, without even a flinch our waitress swapped out the red sauce for plain so it could be combined. That was top tier. She didn't even have to think twice. In the photos you can see what I mean as we took them before the change. Honestly, the experience made us fans and we'll be back read more

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This is some of the best Italian food in the area, specifically the Alfredo and vodka sauces! We come here once a week and it is definitely worth it! read more

we haven't been to this place in a few months. absolutely amazing food was 5 star delicious everything fresh & NUMBER 1 thing bb i want to suggest besides great chowder mussels & entree is MATT knowledgeable attentive server read more

The restaurant is just a little tight. But very old Italian charm. The service was amazing. I loved our waitress, even though I can't remember her name and the food was delicious. It's in the vicinity of the new Tustin Village in Salem, New Hampshire, but the prices are so much better than any other restaurants in the village. We got there about maybe 430-5 PM for dinner as I was with my elderly parents and that place was packed already! That says a lot to have a restaurant packed that early and can you to be so when we left about 7 PM?. read more

Real Italian food, great service, we're going again!! Place is decorated old time Italian restaurant...they give you so much food you will have leftovers. read more

Ralphie's Cafe Italiano - Chicken Eggplant Parm - Italian Near Me - Salem, New Hampshire

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We have been going for the last six years and I can say their food is always impressive. Very tasty and their service is always amazing. I usually try their specials of the day and I have never been dissatisfied. Plus their portions are well served. read more

A lot of people enjoy Ralphies. I did have a dish that I would consider a litmus test for Italian, that being Chicken Marsala. Supposed to be semi-thick Marsala sauce that will stick to pasta and chicken, floured chicken cooked tender and mushrooms. What I got was watery sauce, overcooked chicken and great mushrooms. My son-in-law got sausage with broccoli, large portion, no hot sausage of red pepper fakes. He said the taste was good. My grandson had Chicken Parm, large portion, sauce was dark, don't know why. Service was great and the ambiance pleasing. read more

Like Jessica B the last time I was at Ralphies I had the meatball sub and I'd agree it was disappointing. Shame because the restaurant is a nice spot and when I've been there the service is very good. First test of a good Italia restaurant are the meatballs and the gravy. Try Artichokes and Cafe Italia in Wakefield if it's not too far of a drive. read more

Excellent old world Italian ambiance! Homemade chicken wedding soup and my favorite chicken piccata for lunch! Top it off with and excellent old fashioned made by Diana! Always a great time and even better food! Your hometown bar/restaurant!Laer ice is excellent in the phone for takeout or in person . read more

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service was very good. the food was great, huge portions, no one could eat the whole meal. got the veal and eggplant dinner it was excellent. absolutely going back there soon. read more

We had a party of 10 celebrating a birthday. The restaurant would not allow us to bring in a birthday cake nor do they have birthday cakes available. We have gone to many restaurants in the past for birthday parties and bringing a cake has never been a problem, although some restaurants charge a place setting to cut and serve the cake. I guess we won't be going back there for future birthday parties. read more

Stopped in for lunch. Ordered 2 meatballs, 2 sausage with pasta which was on bill for approximately $50!!!! Menu states $21.50 for 1 meatball and 1 sausage with pasta. Waitress adjusted the bill and took off only $10 making this meal $40!!!!! Be careful BEFORE ORDERING. $16.50 for a side of sausage or meatball must have been added for both! Food was OK nothing great. Cheesecake tasted old. Will NOT be returning, read more

Just not good Italian food nothing fresh just like Even the bread was not very good Frozen food put in front of you Good sauce Good service Would not recommend read more

Their food is incredible! I couldn't even eat it all in one sitting. The waitress was so kind and helpful. The design of the place reminds me of a 1980 pizzeria. read more

Ralphie's Cafe Italiano - It's a Small Flatbread Cheese Pizza that I couldn't finish - Italian Near Me - Salem, New Hampshire

Stopped in at Ralphie's on a whim and was seriously impressed. Classic Italian comfort food done right. The chicken parm was crispy, cheesy, and smothered in a rich marinara that tasted homemade. Portions are generous...definitely come hungry. The vibe is cozy and unpretentious, and the staff was warm and welcoming. Feels like the kind of place locals have been going to for years (for good reason). I'll definitely be back to try the lasagna next time! read more

Huge portions, quick service, good food, casual spot. No reservations but we sat down right away for a Sunday lunch. read more

Ralphie's Cafe Italiano - Chicken Parm with Fries - Italian Near Me - Salem, New Hampshire

First time here and it definitely won't be our last. -Amazing food, service, & vibes! Local neighborhood Italian spot in Salem, NH been serving only the freshest & finest ingredients in all the dishes, recipes are handed down from generation to generation since 1978!! Chicken Parm // Spaghetti // Meatballs // Sausage read more

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Loved this restaurant! Service was personable and over the top friendly . Food was delicious! I had the stuffed clams and they were to die for! My date had veal parm with pasta and he enjoyed it as well . Will definitely be back! read more

The food is not real has same horrible sauce for everything. I had an oily table order food was not good I had to guess what it was! The place is very busy and popular I think maybe because they serve huge portions, I did not eat anything we walked out. read more

Absolutely terrible experience with the hostess. She was so nasty and so rude. Instead of speaking to people like they are adults, she yells at them like if she is a child having a tantrum. Older white lady with black hair that's at the hostess stand. Absolutely disgusting and disrespectful behavior from her. Do better. read more

Went there twice, first time was impressed with the food( linguini&clam), warm bread, raspberry tea, delish. Nice atmosphere.Although our server greeted us by saying they want to quit. Thought that was odd.After drinks were brought never to be seen until we were done. Second time, same food, (microwaved clams) not good, bread actually cold(not even room temp), but I have to say the person that waited on us, very good!!! Consistency is definitely a must for me!!! read more

We loved everything here. A side of veal and eggplant was huge and delicious while my linguine and chopped clams had a flavor like none other! read more

Calamari was great, sausage rabbi was awful super salty, ,gnocchi tasted like cinnamon Wait staff was great

My husband and I have been going to Ralphie's for years. Since the pandemic, the food quality has gone downhill. Pasta is always drowning in sauce, we have to order the sauce on the side because of this. The meatball sub was not good. Honestly, I make better meatballs at home. I am so disappointed to have to give this review, I was hoping the quality would have gotten better, but it's been a few years now and it has not improved. read more

Service is great and ambience is cute, but food suuuuuucks. Dry bread, garlic bread barely has garlic. Chicken is chewy. It's your typical north end major disappointment. Don't spend your money or calories here. read more

There is a big following here i do not get. We went because of so many reviews. I think Italian food is subjective otherwise no one in the area has had great Italian. Service was slow. If you were a regular that isnt an issue. Red sauce is tangy. Meatballs undercooked. Veal parm chewy and over sauced. Chicken alfrefo was not an Alfredo. Tasted like cheddar cheese. There is nothing authentic about the food here. read more

Food is over priced for the quality you get. Service is fair. Is not like their old location. Miss that old place. Have changed something in the gravy too. read more

The restaurant has a great feel and look to it. I ate at the bar because I was alone. The linguine with clam sauce was recommended by a gentleman so I ordered it with fresh bread, olive oil and side salad. Off to a good start! The main dish came out in a reasonable amount of time but it had a different odor than I have been accustomed to. The clams within the shells look a dark brown and I questioned their freshness. After a short pause, I ate the entire plate. The clams tasted fine but the pasta was extremely salty and drenched in a puddle of oil. Way too much. I wouldn't not come back, but I'll try the lasagne next time. read more

I Got take out 10-18 -25 and I got Chicken parm side of 2 meatballs and past Figioli soup and It was All Good but very Overpriced $50 and they haven't updated there prices on there take out Menu online and they need to because I would have passed on it and went somewhere cheaper read more

Great food, huge portions tho! I got the Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo, and my boyfriend got the chicken parm and we were both happy with our food! read more

Packed house on a Saturday night. Tasty cocktails to start the evening. Took about 20 minutes to get a table. Attentive.Waitstaff. Salads came out quickly, but not as ordered. Meals followed, just as quickly. Huge portions meatballs the size of softballs but not great flavor. Chicken piccata was very tasty as was the gnocchi. You definitely leave feeling full and with a bag of leftovers, four stars for the cocktails 3 1/2 for the dinner. Four stars for vibe owner very nice spend time going from table to table, chatting it up with the customers read more