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Serafina 38th, New York, NY

Serafina 38th

4.5
4.5
400 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 41 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cocktail Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30 Sat, Sun 08:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–21:30 Sat, Sun 16:00–21:45
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Delivery & takeout

What 400 people are saying

Serafina 38th reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina 38th offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food," "great service," and a "lovely ambiance." While some guests note variability in service and noise levels, the restaurant consistently impresses with its Italian dishes and attentive staff. It's a "neighborhood gem" with a "beautiful atmosphere" and makes for a memorable visit.

400 Reviews
  1. Janice

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We decided to eat here because we had visited the one in Little Italy. We chose this one as it was near by. We were greeted nicely. The serving size was appropriate . Just the right amount. All of our food was good. We were disappointed because we expected it to be fabulous as the other one was. I love desserts the cheesecake was so bland I didn't finish it. Good just nothing super special

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were probably not lucky. Our started took an absurd amount of time to arrive (three tables around us were seated and fully served before it did, and we were even asked “So have you gotten the starter?” by our waiter because even he was surprised), and that really crushed the experience for us. Food was reasonable but nothing stellar, and it took so long we were told “The kitchen is now closed so no dessert is available.” Probably won’t try it again.

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  3. NancyG

    New York City24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was excellent and the service was good. There was no bread on the table. No one asked if we wanted dessert/coffee/tea - the waiter just brought the check - felt rushed. It was VERY noisy.

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  4. Jose

    New York City8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Serafina, Madison Avenue is a very pleasant Place to dine. Food/ service also very good. Will return in near future.

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  5. Jim

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perhaps the best of the Serafina restaurants. Wonderful spot for great food, great service and a quiet evening.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The waiter was unfriendly and rude. He didn’t respond to any of the suggestions we asked for.

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  7. Judith

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and delicious food. Highly recommended!

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  8. Patricia

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality food in a chic restaurant space. Rigatoni bolognese sauce was so rich and tasty.

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  9. Ann Marie

    New York City80 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried a new Serafona at Serafina 38. Colorful energetic place. I ordered chicken Parm with pasta, and when I asked for angel hair, garlic & oil she said we only have penne....no problem but we were charged an additional $25 for a small amount of pasta, garlic & oil. Disappointing.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Alexander

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and service!! A bit pricey I wish there was complimentary bread for the wait. However overall very energetic atmosphere and I recommend for future visits.

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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 4.5 stars by 400 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 41 times today
Google Map for Serafina 38th

241 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016-2818

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cocktail Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:30 Sat, Sun 08:00–11:00 Lunch Daily 12:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–21:30 Sat, Sun 16:00–21:45
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Delivery & takeout
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