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La Sera Italiana, Philadelphia, PA

La Sera Italiana

4.9
4.9
111 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    (267) 930-7805
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Center City
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 111 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

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Philadelphia

    Best Value

  • Philadelphia

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Sera Italiana is a "charming neighborhood BYOB" offering "amazing food" and "exquisite service." Diners rave about the "large portions" and "superb" menu selections, including homemade pasta and fresh seafood. With a "pleasant atmosphere" and "great value," it's a must-visit for authentic Italian cuisine lovers.

111 Reviews
  1. Jere

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 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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  2. joe

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 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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  3. Torrell

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 January 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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  4. Anthony

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 January 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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  5. Evan

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 27 January 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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  6. Jamya

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

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

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  7. Patricia

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 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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  8. Wayne

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 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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  9. Howie

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 January 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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  10. Robert

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good dinner with very nice service. The staff is friendly, courteous, and accommodating. Very good food!!!

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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 111 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
19:00
Booked 7 times today

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Google Map for La Sera Italiana

1608 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Center City
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:30
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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