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Specialties
JiRaffe continues to serve as a unique reflection of its surrounding community. Chef/Owner Raphael Lunetta has united the sophistication of Santa Monica with the relaxed ambiance of its world famous beaches, resulting in an enduring local restaurant with critical success and international appeal. Committed to great food and outstanding service, JiRaffe invites you to share in a truly delicious and intimate experience.
History
Established in 1996.
JiRaffe offers a warm, unpretentious ambiance that keeps the spotlight on its food. Chef Raphael works daily to keep the food as he describes it …‘with fresh, locally sourced produce, meats and seafood, and then all prepared with care from the kitchen and combined with robust portions. «We use the same quality of products and care in preparation in the JiRaffe kitchen as I do for my own family at home.»
Food & Wine Magazine honored Raphael in 1997 at one of the «Ten Top New Chefs». In 2009 he received the coveted «Fine Dining Award» from Nation’s Restaurant News,” and JiRaffe continues to score high ratings each year in the annual ZAGAT GUIDE for its food, service and décor. Chef Raphael can still be found working in the kitchen with his long-time kitchen crew, as well as connecting with guests nightly in the dining room, making all feel comfortable and at home when eating at JiRaffe.
Meet the Business Owner
Raphael L.
Business Owner
He is well known and a local favorite in his hometown of Santa Monica. He is respected and known in the restaurant community of the city as well as on the beaches as he has been active in kitchens throughout greater LA and surfed locally and around the world. He has been a chef for many years and an active surfer since he was in grade school. He is noted chef and personality Raphael Lunetta, owner of JiRaffe restaurant. The food is noted for its simplicity, clarity of flavors and use of local ingredients, with many sourced at the very abundant local Farmer’s Market.