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Serafina 79, New York, NY

Serafina 79

4.6
4.6
888 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 75 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Child-friendly
Please notice that all reservations are for indoor dining. Outdoor dining works on a first come first serve policy. This location is not handicap accessible and is located on the second and third floor of a bi- level building. Reservations above 8 people must be booked with a prifix menu.

Our original Serafina restaurant offers a cozy dining room and a family-friendly indoor terrace. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s art and museum district, we are across the street from Central Park and just 2 blocks from the MET! Enjoy our authentic Italian menu, prepared with the highest quality ingredients. Featuring homemade pastas, over 20 varieties of pizza from our cherry-wood burning oven and grilled meats, fish and vegetables.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch & Dinner Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 734-2676
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Private room available for up to 60 people.
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Cross Street
    East 79th Street, South West corner of Madison and 79th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 Train, exit on 77th Street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving

    28 Nov 2024 only
    This Thanksgiving, gather with loved ones around a table filled with the warmth and flavors of Italy. Reserve your spot now to experience a holiday feast like no other. From home-made pastas to indulgent seasonal specials and classic desserts, your Thanksgiving will be unforgettable. Seats are limited, and reservations fill quickly. Secure your table today and let us take care of the rest while you savor the joy of the holiday. Call us or book directly online.

What 888 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina 79 offers a welcoming atmosphere and is conveniently located near the Met, making it a popular choice for museum-goers. The "amazing food" and "excellent service" consistently delight guests. While some diners mention variability in service and occasional dish inconsistencies, the restaurant remains a go-to for "delicious simple pastas" and vibrant dining experiences.

888 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A perfect spot for a sophisticated, informal dinner. The chopped salads and brick oven pizzas work well together. Food preparation is consistently light and healthy. You can count on any dish ordered to be successful and delicious. Tables are spaced close together but this is nyc afterall.

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  2. Leslie

    New York City

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My table request was honored. All was perfect including service, seating, ambiance and of course the food!

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  3. Jennifer

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a great time! The wait staff brought out a special dessert for my birthday, which was so nice of them. The food was very tasty - it was the perfect lunch spot for us that day.

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  4. Danielle

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The PROSCIUTTO & BURRATA was amazing. The prosciutto was so thin it melted in our mouths. My son had the FUNGHI pizza. He swore it was amazing and enjoyed it. To me it was undercooked. No crisp to the pizza and the flavor was bland to me. For a place called “fabulous pizza 79” on their website. I expected better. Again, just my opinion. I had the RIGATONI ALLA BOLOGNESE. It was a good dish. The bolognese was really good. Quiet atmosphere, a little chilly inside. Over all, a good time. Would go back, just not for the pizza.

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  5. Carol

    New York City

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    We were seated in a space with two teenage birthday parties and was very noisy. Did not honor the time of our reservation either. Was not a nice time. And not great food either. Disappointing.

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  6. Jason

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would recommend to do something about the uneven loudness of the music. Acoustically the speakers are either directly over your head or just loud noise. Bring in the sound specialists.

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  7. Heather

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside and our waiter was fantastic, food was delicious and service was quick and seamless.

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  8. shawn

    New York City

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    THE staff was friendly and there was nice outside dining available. The food is always good and reasonably priced for the area..

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  9. Michelle

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was poor- water was never offered and once we asked, it was never refilled. Food was decent

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  10. Stephen A.

    Little Rock

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent as always and our waitress was spot on with service. We never miss the opportunity to go when we are in the city. Everyone went to the gym that morning and had a light lunch so we could indulge at dinner. There was only one issue. We did arrive early for our dinner reservation. I understand we could not be seated and there is no bar per se, but in addition to being told we could not get a drink and mill about, we were literally told to go stand on the street. We were finally seated 20+ minutes after our reservation. The hostess did apologize but it was out of character based on our previous experiences.

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FAQs

Serafina 79 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 734-2676.

Serafina 79 is rated 4.6 stars by 888 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 75 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Serafina 79

1022 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    East 79th Street, South West corner of Madison and 79th Street
  • Area
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch & Dinner Daily 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 Train, exit on 77th Street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
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