Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.4

95 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Great for fine wines
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Carpe Raci Italian Restaurant in downtown Brecksville, OH, offers a modern twist on classic Italian dishes, along with Mediterranean and American-inspired fare. Located at the corner of Route 82 and Route 21, just 15 minutes from Downtown Cleveland and 5 minutes from I-77, the restaurant provides an inviting, contemporary atmosphere perfect for any occasion. The menu features high-quality pastas, fresh seafood, juicy steaks, and more, all crafted with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. The carefully curated wine list offers both Italian and domestic options, while the craft cocktail menu impresses with expertly mixed drinks. Whether you're enjoying a romantic dinner or a casual night out, Carpe Raci combines impeccable service, delicious food, and a sexy ambiance, making it a top choice for those seeking a memorable dining experience in Brecksville.

Carpe Raci is open for lunch service Tue - Fri and dinner service Tue - Sat, with Aperitivo Hour from 4pm - 6:30pm every night.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar, Gastro Pub
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(440) 526-8100
Website
https://carperaci.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Our upstairs event space at our Brecksville location is perfect for corporate events, corporate parties, seminars, large parties, and wedding parties. Featuring a custom menu and an array of setup options, we can help you craft a stress-free experience that will leave attendees spoiled and wanting more.

Location
8903 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141-2301
Neighborhood
Brecksville
Cross street
Right on the corner of Route 82 (Royalton Rd) and Route 21 (Brecksville Rd)
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
RTA bus stop directly in front of the restaurant
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Aperitivo Hour - Italian Happy Hour Perfected!
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
🍹✨ Welcome to Carpe Raci’s Aperitivo Hour – our traditional Italian take on Happy Hour where the allure of Italy comes alive from 4 PM to 6:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday! 🇮🇹✨ Here is what to expect: 🥂 Sip on refreshing $5 Drafts and handcrafted $9 Cocktails + Wine during this exclusive experience. 🍽️ 🍽️ Dive into a culinary adventure with delectable bites starting at $6 – from our special Carpe Cauliflower Nuggets to our signature Meatballs, and don’t forget about our extraordinary Italian Meatboard for only $15.

What 95 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cleveland / Akron / Canton
Great for fine wines
Cleveland
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Carpe Raci is an Italian restaurant and wine bar in Brecksville, exuding a charming blend of historical elegance. Guests rave about the "amazing" wine pairings and diverse menu, with standout dishes like filet mignon and seafood cioppino. Service is generally attentive, though occasionally slow. A "great neighborhood gem."

95 Reviews

C
Cindy
VIP
Cleveland
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We had to wait quite awhile for our food but it was good and our waiter was very friendly and did a good job.
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Ted
VIP
Cleveland
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Food was good. The service was extremely slow. Took over 15 minutes to get a sever to acknowledge our table.
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Shelby
Naples
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dinner with friends. Staff, menu choices, food are all excellent. And the grape juice is awesome. Lauren does a great job there. Highly recommend
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Renata
Cleveland
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
I liked atmosphere and music at level that you could carry conversation. Bread was not fresh, reheated but stale. Meatball very dry.Great wine selection but some available only as a bottle. Server was very good. Overall it is was satisfying.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our wait staff was absolutely wonderful! I have had them a few times (priestess I believe). Food and atmosphere is always wonderful. Will be back ☺️
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J
Joel
VIP
Cleveland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First visit and we were not disappointed. Meatball appetizer and truffle fries were delicious. Cocktail was perfect. We had chicken parmigiana and the lobster ravioli which were both excellent. Server was attentive without being annoying. Looking forward to visiting again!
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Joe
VIP
Cleveland
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was delicious but service was very slow and took way too long. Quality of food was excellent quantity on the other hand let a little to be desired. No water refill throughout the dinner
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Kaye
VIP
Cleveland
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cozy Italian restaurant with a great wine list...a neighborhood gem in Brecksville.
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Mary Ann
Charleston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Carpe Raci has a cool vibe - or it seems that that is what they are attempting. We sat upstairs and the vibe was a bit tainted with the bright lighting. Our server was a bit frazzled but he may have been new to the restaurant. He was very nice but seemed disorganized and tense. When we first sat down, he informed us to order all our food at once or we would be waiting 45-60 minutes for it. Seemed an odd greeting/request. We had to waive him to our table to take our drink orders - which seemed a bit odd, to have to ask him to take our drink orders. Our meals were good - food delicious, but two of us ordered the halibut and the food was cool in temperature. While the fish was warm, the puree and vegetables that accompanied it were barely room temp. It was quite a while from when our server delivered our food to him asking how it was. By that time, the two of us who ordered the halibut had eaten about 1/2 of it even though the temp was off. He offered to get us something different, and we appreciated that but we declined as we would have been sitting there without meals while the rest of our party enjoyed their dinners. I'll admit, it is an annoyance of mine to send my meal back because something is not right and to sit there without a meal while others eat; given the frazzled nature of the restaurant the night we were there, I didn't want to chance sitting and eating while others in my party had finished their meals. Overall, the restaurant was fine. Not sure any of us will be excited to return any time soon though.
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Nancy
Cleveland
49 reviews
3.0
49 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The service was extremely slow. They appeared either understaffed or over booked. Food was excellent.
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FAQs

Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (440) 526-8100.

Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 95 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

8903 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141-2301

Additional information

Cross street
Right on the corner of Route 82 (Royalton Rd) and Route 21 (Brecksville Rd)
Neighborhood
Brecksville
Hours of operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Wine Bar, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
RTA bus stop directly in front of the restaurant
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://carperaci.com/
Phone number
(440) 526-8100
Private party facilities
Our upstairs event space at our Brecksville location is perfect for corporate events, corporate parties, seminars, large parties, and wedding parties. Featuring a custom menu and an array of setup options, we can help you craft a stress-free experience that will leave attendees spoiled and wanting more.

Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Offers

Aperitivo Hour - Italian Happy Hour Perfected!

Menu

What 95 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar restaurant rated?

Is Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information