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Serafina - Boston Back Bay, Boston, MA

Serafina - Boston Back Bay

4.5
4.5
550 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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Serafina - Boston Back Bay

4.5
$30 and under
Italian
Back Bay

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
At Serafina on Newbury Street, we bring the warmth and flavors of authentic Italian cuisine to the heart of Boston's trendiest neighborhood. Nestled in the vibrant Back Bay, just steps away from the Prudential Center and Hynes Convention Center, our restaurant is the perfect spot to indulge in comfort food with a modern twist. Whether you're craving our signature pizzas, hearty pastas, fresh salads, or succulent steaks, we have something to satisfy every palate—including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.

Our inviting atmosphere is designed to make you feel right at home, whether you're enjoying a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a special celebration. After your meal, take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Charles River for a beautiful view or a relaxing walk—an experience that perfectly complements the Serafina dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our table and making your visit a memorable one!




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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 17:00–21:00 Tue–Thu 12:00–21:00 Fri 12:00–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (617) 426-1234 ext. 2
  • Website
    http://www.serafinaboston.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our Newbury Street location in Back Bay features two semi-private spaces and full buyout options for your event. Host up to 88 guests cocktail style or 68 seated with a full indoor buyout. Enjoy a semi-private bar for 30, or a half buyout for 22-36 seated. Capacity varies by event style. Submit an inquiry below to learn more!
  • Location
    237 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Newbury St and Fairfield St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Copley Green Line MBTA StopHynes Green Line MBTA StopBack Bay Orange Line MBTA Stop
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 550 people are saying

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
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina in Boston's Back Bay offers a cozy, intimate Italian dining experience with standout dishes like the "limoncello bow tie pasta with shrimp" and "farfalle al limoncello" praised for their exceptional flavors. While some reviewers noted inconsistent service and ambiance, many appreciated the "great atmosphere" and "attentive service." Outdoor seating on Newbury Street is a highlight, perfect for a summer aperol spritz.

550 Reviews

  1. Alina

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were excellent but man, major portion difference vs. other locations.

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  2. Nicolette

    Fort Lauderdale

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is delicious! The staff is absolutely incredible. The meatballs are a 10/10 and same with the eggplant app. I always get Tagliolini Al Tartufo Nero with sausage and it is always delicious! The meal is worth the price!

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  3. Cathryn

    Greater Boston

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good. We listened to Black music -- which one of us enjoyed -- but our visitors from out of town were looking for an Italian experience. We asked for Italian music and were told they didn't have any! That surprised me. We were the only clients at the time, so I don't think that was a consideration.

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  4. julia

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The service actually sucked so bad but the food made up for it 

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  5. Jeff

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Fair food, fair service, poor table location, won’t ever be back.

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  6. Pamela

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Portions were very small, but the flavor and ingredients made up for that.

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  7. Robyn

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    There’s much better Serafinas, the one in seaport is 20x better

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  8. Richard

    Greater Boston

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was terrific. The food for the 3 of us was two were very good my pasta dish was just fair. My pasta was severely undercooked and the meatballs were very dry.

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  9. Jamie

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Antonio was a great server. The whole party talked about how nice it was in there. Food was delicious!! Love and can’t wait to return next time we are in Boston.

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  10. Vim

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Sub standard food quality. Serving staff have a take it or leave it attitude. Place for college students

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FAQs

Serafina - Boston Back Bay does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Serafina - Boston Back Bay also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 426-1234 ext. 2.

Serafina - Boston Back Bay is rated 4.5 stars by 550 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Serafina - Boston Back Bay restaurant

Serafina - Boston Back Bay

4.5
$30 and under
Italian
Back Bay

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Serafina - Boston Back Bay

237 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Newbury St and Fairfield St
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 17:00–21:00 Tue–Thu 12:00–21:00 Fri 12:00–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Copley Green Line MBTA StopHynes Green Line MBTA StopBack Bay Orange Line MBTA Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.serafinaboston.com/
  • Phone number
    (617) 426-1234 ext. 2
  • Private party facilities
    Our Newbury Street location in Back Bay features two semi-private spaces and full buyout options for your event. Host up to 88 guests cocktail style or 68 seated with a full indoor buyout. Enjoy a semi-private bar for 30, or a half buyout for 22-36 seated. Capacity varies by event style. Submit an inquiry below to learn more!
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