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Serafina 38th, New York, NY

Serafina 38th

4.6
4.6
352 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
Great ingredients make great food. Based on an authentic approach to Italian cuisine, Serafina goes the extra mile (literally!) to source the very best ingredients from around the world.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cocktail Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (646) 779-7667
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Murray Hill
  • Cross street
    South East corner of Madison Avenue and East 38th Street
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Grand Central Station, Bus Lines on Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, Subway 5, 7, D, F
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

What 352 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina 38th is a delightful Italian dining spot known for its "delicious food" and "great service." Guests appreciate the "romantic yet relaxed atmosphere" and the "attentive staff." While some reviews mention noise and service inconsistencies, the restaurant's "amazing food" and charming ambiance make it a worthwhile visit.

352 Reviews
  1. wes

    VIP

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Basement seating ambiance not as nice as upstairs…

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  2. chris

    New York City

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Just the right mix tonight after a long day. Will return

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  3. vickie

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Host less than friendly. Had a reservation. Plenty of tables open and she sat us sandwiched between two tables close to the freezing front door. Server pleasant. Food good not great.

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  4. Penelope

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and service was excellent. We enjoyed our dinner.

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  5. Lilana

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    loved it her!! my pasta was a little under done but everything else was amazing

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  6. George

    VIP

    New York City

    61 reviews

    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent value on the pasta dishes; the wine and drinks are a bit over priced

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  7. Javier

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Waiters are rush and do not have etiquette (not even when serving wine) but overall where nice. Yo had to look for them and call. Food was great and really fast. Overall good place to go.

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  8. Humberto

    Cancun

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    As always, food was very good and service exceptional , however we were sitting near to the main door and cold wind coming in each time door was opened

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  9. Mark

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, a fantastic meal, great ambience and excellent service. We eat there a bunch, and I highly recommend you do too!

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  10. Lee

    London

    8 reviews

    1.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Front of house girl was rude. Food average. Service poor.

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FAQs

Serafina 38th offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (646) 779-7667.

Serafina 38th is rated 4.6 stars by 352 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 40 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Serafina 38th

241 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016-2818

Additional information

  • Cross street
    South East corner of Madison Avenue and East 38th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Murray Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cocktail Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    Grand Central Station, Bus Lines on Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, Subway 5, 7, D, F
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
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