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La Sera Italiana, Philadelphia, PA

La Sera Italiana

4.9
4.9
112 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
BISTRO BYOB

In the bustling heart of South Street, Philadelphia, our Italian restaurant offers a dining experience steeped in tradition and passion.Under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Albert, every dish on our menu celebrates the authentic flavors of Italy, starting with our signature homemade spaghetti carbonara—a creamy, decadent favorite crafted with the finest ingredients. Pair your meal with one of our irresistible, freshly made desserts, from velvety tiramisu to other sweet delights, each prepared with care and precision.

As a BYOB establishment, we invite you to bring your favorite bottle of wine to elevate your meal, creating a personalized and memorable dining experience. Whether you're joining us for a romantic dinner, a gathering with friends, or a celebration, you'll be welcomed with warm hospitality in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Step into our little corner of Italy, where every bite tells a story, every meal is made with love, and every visit is unforgettable

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 112 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Philadelphia County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Philadelphia

    Best Value

  • Philadelphia

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Sera Italiana offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food and large portions." Guests appreciate the "friendly service" and the charming BYOB setting. The atmosphere is vibrant with "homemade pasta" and standout dishes like "gnocchi La Sera." While noise can be an issue, the overall "excellent value" and "wonderful ambiance" keep patrons returning.

112 Reviews
  1. Mark VIP

    Philadelphia151 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Sunday lunch. This quaint out of the way BYOB is a real gem.

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  2. Jere

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t even begin to tell you me and my husband dining experience. From the time we walked in the door to our exit. Service was top tier. It was my bday. Everything we ordered was soooo good.. my favorite is the Gnocchi La Sera… Omgg!! Me and hubby have already deemed this our new date night spot… it’s BYOB but the ambiance is everything.. loved it we talked about it all night on the way home..

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  3. joe

    Atlantic City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing. Our go to when in the city. Highly recommend.

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  4. Torrell

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a fun time. Lighting, ambiance, food all hot the right spots. Would try again

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  5. Anthony

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food across the board. Great service. Pleasant atmosphere.

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  6. Evan

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent little Italian byob on south street, food was superb and a great value, service was great too.

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  7. Jamya

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful menu, exquisite service, beautiful authentic ambiance

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  8. Patricia VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. The penne bolognese was the best I’ve ever tasted.

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  9. Wayne

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and large portions. Servers were very polite and attentive

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  10. Howie

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went during Restaurant Week because we wanted to try the place, and the RW menu looked good, with many selections.  Every dish we had was extremely good. In particular, the mushroom appetizer and the branzino entree were superb. I would rank it with the best Italian restaurants in the city The service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant was about half full, and it was pretty quiet. But I suspect it could get loud inside if it was full, given all the hard surfaces. They did have sound absorbing panels throughout, which of course are helpful.  More restaurants should have them. We will definitely return.

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FAQs

La Sera Italiana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (267) 930-7805.

La Sera Italiana is rated 4.9 stars by 112 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for La Sera Italiana

1608 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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