Chez Rapha

Chez Rapha is a French wine bar tucked under the arches of Maltby Street Market, the kind of place that feels like it was always supposed to exist here. The person behind it brings close to two decades in the wine world — time spent as a sommelier across fine dining restaurants and respected wine establishments — and that depth of knowledge shows in every glass. The focus is on French cuisine, with traditional food designed to pair well with a carefully considered wine selection. The setting does a lot of the work. Wooden tables and chairs, soft lighting, and a warm, intimate feel that makes it genuinely cozy without tipping into kitsch. It has a romantic quality that's hard to manufacture — it just is. Whether you're here for a private dinner or a small group gathering, the atmosphere holds up. Simple, honest, and rooted in a real love of French food and wine.