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Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar, Brecksville, OH

Carpe Raci - Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.4
4.4
98 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day @ Carpe Raci

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 15, 2025
    Join us for an incredible Valentine's dinner experience at Carpe Raci. Dinner includes a glass of prosecco for each guest arrival! First Course (choice of): OYSTERS FLORENTINE ROASTED BEET SALAD whipped ricotta, blood orange, pistachio, mint GINGER SALMON wasabi avocado mousse, pickled + fresh cucumber, smoked trout roe Second Course (choice of): BEEF STRIPLOIN duck fat potatoes, spinach, au poivre cream sauce ICELANDIC COD EN PAPILLOTE heirloom tomatoes, new potatoes, fresh herbs, white wine butter FOUR CHEESE TORTELLONI wild mushrooms, asparagus, lemon cream sauce, toasted pine nuts, parmigiano Dessert (choice of): FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE TORTE white chocolate, strawberry CHAMPAGNE POACHED PEAR pistachio brittle, dark chocolate sabayon

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.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 98 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
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4Value

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."

98 Reviews

  1. Larry

    Cleveland

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food. Nice little restaurant. Great location.

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  2. kelly

    Columbus

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening thank you! Absolutely delicious. Will be back.

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  3. Jeff

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our second trip to Carpe Raci. I am a big fan of the extensive number of Gluten Free options. And all cooked beautifully. I ate the Bolognese which was served on a gluten free cheese tortellini. So good. In fact the evening was wonderful, service was great. I plan to come back again.

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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. Renata

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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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 98 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

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.
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