December 16, 2023 Submitted by The Greenside Grille
Raffael’s Banquet and Conference Facilities & The Greenside Grille Restaurant, a beloved dining establishment and function facility announces its decision retire operations at the Town of Hingham owned South Shore Country Club at the end of 2024, in conjunction with the end of the current lease term with the Town. After 15 years of serving the Hingham community – and 35 years serving the South Shore at large – hosting countless memorable events, the owners have decided to embark on new adventures and opportunities.
Over the years, Raffael’s & The Greenside Grille has been honored to host a wide array of events from weddings and corporate gatherings to milestone celebrations and community fundraisers. The dedicated team at Raffael’s & The Greenside Grille has taken pride in making every occasion special, providing clients and guests with unforgettable memories.
As the company approaches the end of its current lease term, the decision to retire operations was not made lightly. The owners express their sincere gratitude to the South Shore Country Club permit holders, the loyal customers, dedicated staff, and the Hingham community for their unwavering support throughout the years. Raffael’s & The Greenside Grille is committed to making the remaining time at South Shore Country Club memorable and look forward to welcoming guests for many more wonderful dining experiences and events before the end of 2024. Additionally, the owners will be working diligently with the Town of Hingham and the Country Club Management Committee to facilitate a smooth transition process to the next food & beverage operator.
Elio & Frank Ricci, the owners of Raffael’s & The Greenside Grille Restaurant, shared “it’s with mixed emotions that we make this announcement. Raffael’s has been a labor of love for us, and we are immensely proud of what we have achieved together with our team and the community. While we bid farewell to this chapter, we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences until the very end.”
Raffael’s & The Greenside Grille invites customers, friends, and well-wishers to visit and reminisce over the coming year. Reservations for events and special occasions are still being accepted, and they look forward to creating lasting memories for their patrons.
The Town of Hingham also release the following press release surrounding the announcement:
The Town of Hingham’s municipal country club, The South Shore Country Club, food and beverage operator, Raffael’s at South Shore Country Club & The Greenside Grille restaurant has announced its decision to retire its operations at the Club, at the end of 2024.
Raffael’s at South Shore Country Club & The Greenside Grille has been the food and beverage operator at the South Shore Country Club since 2009. They have been wonderful partners who help make SSCC a social hub for Hingham residents and others throughout the South Shore. “It has been a pleasure working with Elio and Frank Ricci and all of the staff at Raffael’s and
Greenside Grille,” said Kevin Whalen, Director of SSCC. “We thank them for their service to the town and wish them the best in their future plans.”
The restaurant will operate through 2024 and leadership for the Town of Hingham and the Country Club Management Committee will work closely to ensure a smooth transition and ongoing first-rate services that the Country Club community has come to expect.
Always enjoy stopping by for a bite and a cocktail . Good food … best service !