Chef Rafael Hasid

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About Chef Rafael Hasid

Rafael Hasid is a celebrated chef and hospitality entrepreneur based in New York City. Alongside Miriam Hasid, he co-owns the 6R Hospitality Group. He is renowned for his Mediterranean cuisine and a distinctive approach to warm hospitality, having enriched the New York dining scene for nearly two decades.

★Awards & Recognition

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Chef Timeline

Early 2000s (approx. 2004-2005)

Began career in NYC

Started delighting New Yorkers with his culinary skills and hospitality, establishing a presence over nearly two decades.

Undated

Co-founded 6R Hospitality Group

Established the hospitality group with Miriam Hasid, overseeing multiple restaurant ventures.

Undated

Opened RAFAEL restaurant

RAFAEL

Opened his namesake restaurant on the Upper East Side, focusing on Mediterranean cuisine.

2024-09-29

Featured in Chef Spotlight

RAFAEL

Highlighted in a 'Chef Spotlight' article by BroadwayWorld, discussing his career and the RAFAEL restaurant.

2025-05-09

Recognized by Forbes

Featured in a Forbes article titled 'The Hospitality Entrepreneur You Might Not Know—But Should,' acknowledging his impact in the industry.

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Rafael Hasid is a celebrated chef and hospitality entrepreneur based in New York City. Alongside Miriam Hasid, he co-owns the 6R Hospitality Group. He is renowned for his Mediterranean cuisine and a distinctive approach to warm hospitality, having enriched the New York dining scene for nearly two decades.

Customer Perception

Journalistic accounts praise Rafael Hasid's culinary prowess, describing his food as having 'rocked their culinary world.' His establishments are noted for 'delighting New Yorkers with his warm hospitality,' indicating a highly positive perception of both his cuisine and the overall dining experience.

Cuisine Highlights

Mediterranean cuisineWarm hospitality focusNYC dining experience

News

"The Hospitality Entrepreneur You Might Not Know—But Should" (Forbes, May 9, 2025)
"Chef Spotlight: Chef Rafael Hasid of RAFAEL on the Upper East Side" (BroadwayWorld, Sep 29, 2024)

Restaurants by chef

RAFAEL (Upper East Side), Rafael's (Upper East Side)

Iconic dishes

Grilled Jerusalem bread w/ feta & jalapeños

Additional Details

Rafael Hasid is often affectionately referred to as 'Rafi.' He operates the 6R Hospitality Group with Miriam Hasid, managing multiple dining establishments.

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