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Mussels - Serafina by The Water, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Serafina by The Water

4.7
4.7
3690 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 38 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
“SERAFINA” in Italian translates to both “angel of the sea” and “fine evening”. Those who have been there completely agree! This beautifully romantic, candlelit trattoria is nestled in Victoria Park on a gorgeous view of the Middle River. Its doors open to the most irresistibly charming ambiance and aromas of fantastic Mediterranean flavors. Serafina has a covered and heated patio so guests can enjoy their surroundings in every season!


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (954) 463-2566
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Lazzari
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (954) 463-2566
  • Area
    Victoria Park
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 - 15:00,Sat - 11:30 - 15:00
    Come Enjoy Brunch on the Water at Serafina, $17.00 all you can drink Mimosas and Bellini's! No better way to spend your Saturday and Sunday. Make Reservations now while they last!

  • Martini Madness

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 17:00 - 21:15
    Join us every Thursday for an exquisite Happy Hour experience at our fine dining Italian restaurant, perfectly situated on the waterfront. Indulge in the serene ambiance as you savor our delightful $8 martinis, expertly crafted to enhance your evening. Come and experience the magic of Thursday nights with us, where every sip and every moment is designed to delight.

  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 17:00 - 21:15
    50% off any bottle up to $80.00 and $8 Glasses of Wine on Select House Wines every Wednesday between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm!

What 3,690 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for fine wines

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina by The Water offers "great food" with generous portions and a "lovely atmosphere" by the water. While some guests find the service inconsistent, others praise the attentive and personable staff. The romantic setting and authentic Italian cuisine make it a "hidden gem" in Fort Lauderdale, perfect for special occasions.

3,690 Reviews
  1. dan

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food! We had Milan for our server and he was so good!!

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  2. John

    Fort Lauderdale

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is really is a nice place on the water, cozy , delicious,people who work there are so nice and the food is delicious and worth going back for again and again.

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  3. Laura

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We arrived for our reservation on time and the only thing that kept us from being seated right away was a high maintanece couple with a lot of demands The hostess and the entire staff did their best to accommodate this couple keeping things calm and respectful. I saw no reason for this couple to be acting the way that they did. They actually should have left the restaurant if they were unhappy. Everything about Serafina’s was perfect! It was my first visit and the food and the portions were absolutely amazing. The service was outstanding and the atmosphere was to die for - I would definitely go back and I would highly recommend. A big shout out to the very professional staff!

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  4. Dawn

    Fort Lauderdale

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great little find and hidden gem on the water in Fort Lauderdale, behind the Gateway Shopping Centre. Traditional Italian with large patio area and a few tables inside. Highly recommended for the food and location, and great service.

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  5. Stevan

    Fort Lauderdale

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was horrible. Received the entree before the appetizers that they forgot about. Served the other tables around us without issues but we were forgotten about the many times the server walked past us. I came to celebrate my fiancés birthday as well as Veterans Day because she is serving currently and it was an awful experience. The other customers food and service looked good I’m not sure what the issue was. We weren’t ordering drinks(alcohol) so I’m assuming that’s why the service was bad. It took 50 minutes from sitting down to get the entree and then when we asked about the appetizer they took the entree back and after waiting 10-12 minutes after that we got up to go to another restaurant. Also one of the cooks was smoking pot directly in front of the restaurant as we were walking out. He quickly put it out and went back into the kitchen entrance as we were walking out. Very unfortunate experience for us. Go at your own risk. I wish we were able to try to food because the plates coming out to the tables around looked good

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  6. Véronique

    Fort Lauderdale

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Peu de choix, rapport qualité prix et standing du restaurant très décevant

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  7. Gilles

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Serafina has been recommended by friends . It was our pFirst Visit but surely not the last.

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  8. Lori

    West Palm Beach

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The experience was just ok! There is absolutely no ambiance when you have to sit inside and very crowded and noisy when you are able to sit outside on the very small body of water. The food was good, not great. We were disappointed. 6 people and bill was expensive considering four of us had pasta. There are better choices for ambiance and sorry to say food as well.

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  9. Patty

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and our server was attentive and had a good sense of humor. We sat outside on the patio overlooking the water on a beautiful evening. Overall I would give the entire experience a 10.

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  10. Henry

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A little wait for seating but worth it Excellent food Great service Perfect time

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FAQs

Serafina by The Water offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 463-2566.

Serafina by The Water is rated 4.7 stars by 3690 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Serafina by The Water

926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Victoria Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Lazzari
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (954) 463-2566
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (954) 463-2566
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