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Serafina SF, San Francisco, CA

Serafina SF

4.9
4.9
429 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Serafina is a little gem of a restaurant, perched on top of Nob Hill, with views overlooking the city and Bay Bridge. Serafina was owner Maurizio Bruschi’s grandmother, and the name of her eponymous restaurant in the heart of Trastevere (Rome), where Maurizio first began making pizza at the age of 14. The executive chef is Umberto Cannarsa, a successful chef from Rome, who left his own restaurant in Rome to work with Maurizio again. The menu offers everything, including vegetarian options, but specializes in innovative Italian fish dishes, including fresh calamari, stuffed with olives, escarole, anchovies, drizzled with a potato leek sauce, as well as homemade pastas and dolci. The space is warm and elegant, where neighbors and friends can come together.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Fish
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (415) 874-1936
  • Website
    https://serafina-sf.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Umberto Cannarsa
  • Catering
    We will cater if you contact us. Please contact us at shannabruschi@gmail.com for more info.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at serafina1sf@gmail.com for more info about private events. We will open for lunch events as well as dinner.
  • Location
    1701 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94109-2110
  • Area
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Cross Street
    Broadway
  • Parking details
    Parking is usually not an issue.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 429 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Best Value

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Italian

  • San Francisco

    Best Overall

  • San Francisco

    Best Food

  • San Francisco

    Best Value

  • San Francisco

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina SF is a "true neighborhood gem" offering "authentic Italian cuisine" with a "cozy, lively atmosphere." Guests rave about the "incredible food" and "exceptional service," often highlighting the warm welcome from the chef/owners. The menu features unique twists on traditional dishes, and reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

429 Reviews

  1. ZEYDY

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely evening at Serafina! Food and service are both amazing! Thank you for having us! Grazie mille!

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  2. Ellen

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    OMG one thing more delicious than the next. Really exceptional meal.

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  3. Cheyenne

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolute hidden gem in Russian Hill for Italian food. All the food was delicious with homemade noodles cooked perfectly and the best lasagna I’ve ever had! The two owners were just fabulous and he even treated us with a little dessert. Will absolutely be back and recommend to my friends/family. Thanks!!

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  4. Donald

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This is a great go to place for the real authentic experience. Great proprietor and chef, lovely food, and perfect service. Reservations advised — we locals pack the room!

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  5. Shawn

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food; excellent service, wonderful deserts

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  6. Anna

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were on holiday in SF when we celebrated my husbands 70th. The food, atmosphere, and service were all very pleasant. I'd be more than happy to come back. (Shame, it's so far from Sweden!) The pasta, the meat, the fish, Nonnas lemon cake end the Profiteroles were excellent! The birthday sing-along with a candle in the dessert and then chatting with the staff/owners made the whole dining experience very special!

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  7. Natalya

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had theater tickets and had to be served expediently, and they accommodated our schedule. The food was very good.

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  8. Amy

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the most delightful dining experiences I have ever had. Small neighborhood feel. The staff was wonderful and the food was perfect.

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  9. Tony

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The quality of the food is excellent and complimented with friendly service! We look forward to going back soon!

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  10. Mark

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great neighborhood restaurant. Excellent food and service.

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FAQs

Serafina SF offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 874-1936.

Serafina SF is rated 4.9 stars by 429 OpenTable diners.

Serafina SF does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Serafina SF

1701 Jones St, San Francisco, CA 94109-2110

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Broadway
  • Area
    Downtown / Union Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Fish
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is usually not an issue.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Umberto Cannarsa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://serafina-sf.com/
  • Phone number
    (415) 874-1936
  • Catering
    We will cater if you contact us. Please contact us at shannabruschi@gmail.com for more info.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at serafina1sf@gmail.com for more info about private events. We will open for lunch events as well as dinner.
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