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Rafaelis Palace

Forest HillsQueens

4.9· 191 reviewsOpen until 11PMKosher
Rafaelis Palace — kosher restaurant — in Forest Hills — Queens — NYC
Rafaelis Palace interior — Forest Hills

Forest Hills

Queens

The brief

About Rafaelis Palace

Rafaelis Palace is a highly-rated kosher restaurant located in Forest Hills, Queens, offering exceptional dining that caters to those observing Jewish dietary laws. The establishment specializes in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, emphasizing fresh ingredients and traditional recipes that deliver authentic flavors while maintaining strict kosher standards. With its impressive 4.9-star rating from nearly 200 reviews, this restaurant provides a welcoming atmosphere perfect for both casual meals and special occasions, where guests can enjoy delicious, wholesome food prepared according to kosher certification requirements.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score3(lower is better)

Inspected5/20/2025

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

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Community Rating

4.9

½

out of 5

191 community reviews

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