Ralph's – American
Stepping into Ralph's feels like entering a lively family kitchen where the comforting scent of slow-simmered "gravy" and sautéed garlic fills the air. Generous platters of tender meatballs and creamy penne vodka with salty pancetta anchor the table, surrounded by crisp, oversized salads and bowls of mussels in vibrant red sauce. It is a quintessential neighborhood gathering spot where every meal feels like a celebration of classic, soul-warming Italian-American flavors.
760, South 9th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19147 +12156276011 https://ralphsrestaurant.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Ralph's
Dairy-Free at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hearts of Artichokes, Antipasto and Tossed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hearts of Artichokes, Antipasto and Tossed Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Linguine Pescatore Red, Caesar Salad and Manicotti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Trombino. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Josh Cabernet Sauvignon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sautéed Escarole and Josh Cabernet Sauvignon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Antipasto, Tossed Salad and Sautéed Escarole. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ralph's
Ralph's in Philadelphia has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cannolis (15 count), Antipasto and Manicotti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Ralph's
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Ralph’s Everything Salad | 55.5 g | 125.4 g |
| Eggplant Parmigiana | 78.6 g | 30.4 g |
| Chicken Trombino | 24 g | 28.3 g |
| Mussels Red | 57.8 g | 14.2 g |
| Sautéed Escarole | 10.3 g | 12.7 g |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 13.7 g | 11.3 g |
| Veal Parmigiana | 25 g | 10.9 g |
| Tossed Salad | 18.1 g | 8.3 g |
| Lasagna | 9.1 g | 4.9 g |
| Manicotti | 10.6 g | 4.7 g |
| Josh Cabernet Sauvignon | 1.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Caesar Salad | 13.9 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday
- 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Menu
Salads
- Tossed Salad - $50: Romaine, iceberg, tomatoes, onions, beets, cucumbers, carrots and cauliflower Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hearts of Artichokes - $70: On a bed of lettuce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $50: Romaine, pecorino romano cheese, croutons Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ralph’s Everything Salad - $110: Lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, onions, beets, cucumber, cauliflower, radishes, artichokes, olives, roasted peppers, tuna, anchovies, egg, provolone, salami, prosciutto Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto - $120: Italian specialties on a bed of romaine, EVOO, red wine vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Mussels Red - $110: PEI mussels served in the famous Ralph’s mussel sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Escarole - $47: Garlic and olive oil Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs in Gravy (30 count) - $90: Homemade Best of Philly meatballs Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Penne Vodka with Pancetta - $90: Blush sauce with pancetta Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manicotti - $90: Homemade pasta filled with cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna - $120: Traditional layered pasta (72 hours notice required) Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $88: Eggplant with mozzarella and marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Parmigiana - $118: Veal cutlet pan-fried with mozzarella and marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $100: Chicken cutlet pan-fried with mozzarella and marinara Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Trombino - $100: Roasted peppers, diced tomatoes, sharp provolone cheese, garlic, olive oil, white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Pescatore Red - $130: Shrimp, crabmeat, clams and mussels Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Cannolis (15 count) - $80: Traditional Italian pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Josh Cabernet Sauvignon - $39: California Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Barbera D'Asti, Michele Chiarlo - $39: Piedmont, Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Prosecco, Luca Paretti - $46: Veneto, Italy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Ralph's
- Is Ralph's dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ralph's has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hearts of Artichokes, Antipasto and Tossed Salad.
- What can I eat at Ralph's on a dairy-free diet?
- Hearts of Artichokes, Antipasto and Tossed Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ralph's have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Antipasto and Tossed Salad.
- Is Ralph's gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ralph's?
- Ralph’s Everything Salad, at roughly 125.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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