Serafina 38th

4.6

389 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Lively
Neighbourhood gem
Good for business meals

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Cocktail Bar, Pizza Bar
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
Phone number
(646) 779-7667
Website
https://www.serafinarestaurant.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
241 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016-2818
Area
Murray Hill
Cross Street
South East corner of Madison Avenue and East 38th Street
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Grand Central Station, Bus Lines on Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, Subway 5, 7, D, F

Popular dishes

BruschettaUS$16.00
Toasted bread with marinated fresh tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil & a touch of garlic
MeatballsUS$19.00
Homemade meatballs topped with Parmigiano Reggiano, tomato sauce, basil & toasted bread
Carpaccio di Filetto & Tartufo Nero*US$27.00
Thinly sliced filet mignon, warm black truffle sauce & boiled potatoes
Bresaola*US$21.00
Cured filet mignon, arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, mixed mushrooms & extra virgin olive oil
Fresh CalamariUS$19.00
Fried calamari served with our homemade spicy tomato dip
Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$27.00
Sushi grade yellowfin tuna, wasabi avocado & ponzu sauce. Served with matchstick fries & mache salad
Tagliere di Salumi*US$27.00
Prosciutto di Parma, crudo & cotto, salame di Felino, truffle cheese with honey & toasted bread

Italian Mozzarella & Burrata

Carciofi alla Giudea & BurrataUS$25.00
Lightly fried artichokes & burrata
Our CapreseUS$25.00
Buffalo mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, avocado & fresh basil
Prosciutto & BurrataUS$27.00
Italian burrata & prosciutto di Parma
Burrata & Cherry TomatoesUS$24.00
Italian burrata & cherry tomatoes

Insalata

Add: chicken paillard $8, shrimp $10, salmon $12

Di SofiaUS$19.00
Classic Caesar with Parmigiano Reggiano
Arugula e ParmigianoUS$21.00
Baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, Parmigiano & fig vinaigrette
Brussels Sprout SaladUS$24.00
Brussel sprouts, pear, walnuts, grapefruit, arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, cranberries & lemon-honey dressing
Kale Salad*US$21.00
With Pecorino Romano, pear, fresh mint, Serrano chili & mini croûtons
Goat Cheese & Spinach SaladUS$22.00
Honey, roasted pine nuts & balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata di Porto CervoUS$22.00
Romaine, carrots, hearts of palm, avocado & lemon dressing
Serafina Chicken SaladUS$23.00
Free range chicken breast, romaine, mesclun, sun dried tomatoes, raisins, pine nuts & pesto dressing
Avocado San PietroUS$23.00
Shrimp, arugula, grape tomatoes, cannellini & Champagne mustard
Arugula e FilettoUS$29.00
Diced seared filet mignon, baby arugula & shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

Pasta

All pasta are traditionally cooked al dente like in Italy. Artisan gluten free pasta (+$5) & whole wheat pastas are available

Spaghetti Pomodori & BasilicoUS$19.00
Homemade tomato sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano & fresh basil
Penne All'arrabbiataUS$19.00
Spicy tomato sauce with parsley & crushed red pepper
Spaghetti al LimoneUS$24.00
Lemon & cream, aged Parmigiano Reggiano
Farfalle al LimoncelloUS$26.00
Bow tie pasta, baby shrimp, cream & lemon zest
Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$23.00
Bacon, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, eggs & black pepper
Lasagna al FornoUS$26.00
With our homemade meat sauce
Cacio e PepeUS$23.00
Pecorino Romano, crushed black pepper & extra virgin olive oil
Paglia e Fieno*US$23.00
Homemade fettuccine, tomato sauce, cream, basil & Parmigiano Reggiano
Tagliolini di CortinaUS$25.00
Free range chicken breast, cream, peas & mushrooms
Penne alla Vodka*US$23.00
Made spicy upon request. Homemade tomato sauce, red pepper flakes, a splash of vodka & cream
Rigatoni alla BologneseUS$25.00
With our homemade meat sauce
Spaghetti Aglio & Olio "Al Pacino"US$21.00
Extra virgin olive oil, red pepper, garlic & Parmigiano Reggiano
Gnocchi di Mamma*US$26.00
Cherry tomato sauce & Parmigiano Reggiano
Spaghetti alle VongoleUS$27.00
Fresh clams, white wine, a touch of garlic & parsley
OrecchietteUS$25.00
Spicy sausage & broccoli rabe
Spaghetti ai Ricci di MareUS$36.00
Spaghetti with sea scallops, sea urchin & a touch of white wine & tomato sauce. Our signature dish
Tagliolini Tartufo Nero*US$39.00
Homemade tagliolini, Italian black truffle & Parmigiano Reggiano

Risotti & Ravioli

All our ravioli are homemade "fatta in casa"

Ravioli alla SalviaUS$25.00
Homemade spinach & ricotta ravioli served with butter & sage
Ravioli ai Porcini*US$26.00
Ricotta & porcini ravioli sautéed with porcini mushrooms
Ravioli Degli InnamoratiUS$28.00
Heart-shaped lobster ravioli in a lobster bisque sauce
Risotto PorciniUS$29.00
Carnaroli rice with porcini mushrooms (Please allow 15 min)
Ravioli al Tartufo NeroUS$31.00
Black truffle ravioli & a touch of butter
Risotto Tartufo & Prosecco*US$33.00
Carnaroli rice, Prosecco & black truffle (Please allow 15 min)

Secondi Piatti

Fabulous To Share

Minimum 2pp

Rotisserie Chicken
Served with rosemary fingerling potatoes
- ppUS$32.00
Branzino al Sale
Whole branzino (2 lbs), increased in salt & baked. Served with rosemary fingerling potatoes
- ppUS$45.00
Tagliolini al Parmigiano
Made table side in a Parmigiano wheel
- ppUS$33.00
Tomahawk Steak (38 oz.)
Served with rosemary fingerling potatoes
- ppUS$95.00

Pesce

Filet of Bass al Pinot GrigioUS$34.00
Sautéed bass wrapped in thinly sliced potatoes, served with a Pinot Grigio sauce, leeks & zucchini
Branzino Cherry Tomatoes*US$38.00
Sautéed in white wine sauce & cherry tomatoes, served with fingerling potatoes & asparagus
Faroe Islands SalmonUS$31.00
Grilled, served with cherry tomatoes, avocado, & basil

Carne

Serafina Burger*US$28.00
Wagyu beef, fontina cheese, avocado, caramelized onions & French fries
Steak & FriesUS$36.00
10oz. free range, grass fed, Certified Angus Steak, grilled, served with French fries
Pollo Milanese*US$29.00
Free range chicken breast, breaded & sautéed with arugula tomatoes & basil
Chicken Breast PaillardUS$29.00
Free range chicken breast with arugula & tomatoes
Filet Mignon alla GrigliaUS$39.00
7oz. free range, grass fed grilled filet mignon, served with French fries
Petto di Pollo ParmigianaUS$29.00
Free range chicken breast, breaded & sautéed, topped with tomato & mozzarella. Side of penne pomodoro

Vegetarian

Spaghetti SquashUS$24.00
Spaghetti squash with sautéed vegetable mix, pine nuts & tomato sauce
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$24.00
Eggplant, "fior di latte" mozzarella, tomato sauce, fresh basil & Parmigiano Reggiano

Sides

$10

Sautéed Broccoli
French Fries
Sautéed Spinach
Brussels Sprouts
Fingerling Potatoes

La Pizza

Our pizza ingredients all come from Italy; San Marzano tomatoes, "fior di latte" mozzarella, buffalo mozzarella, burrata, extra virgin olive oil, 00 flour & Sicilian sea salt

Italian Classica

MarinaraUS$19.00
Tomato, oregano & garlic
MargheritaUS$22.00
Tomato, mozzarella, basil & olives
NapoletanaUS$23.00
Tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, capers & basil
PepperoniUS$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella & pepperoni
V.I.P.US$23.00
Tomato, "fior di latte" mozzarella & basil
Regina*US$25.00
Tomato, buffalo mozzarella & basil
D.O.C.US$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano & cherry tomatoes
4 StagioniUS$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, pesto & prosciutto di Parma

Gourmet di Serafina

White Pizza

Bianca*US$22.00
Mozzarella, fontina, baby arugula & shaved Parmigiano Reggiano
Formaggi d'ItaliaUS$23.00
Mozzarella, fontina, Parmigiano Reggiano & gorgonzola
BresaolaUS$25.00
Mozzarella, fontina, Italian bresaola & baby arugula
Goat CheeseUS$27.00
Mozzarella, roasted peppers, eggplant & baby arugula
Tartufo Nero*US$31.00
Our secret recipe, a bouquet of Italian cheeses & black truffle

Di Serafina

FunghiUS$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella & mushrooms
Pizza all VodkaUS$24.00
Homemade vodka sauce & fior di latte mozzarella
Di FabioUS$25.00
Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma & chopped tomatoes
Di Vittorio*US$29.00
Fresh burrata, tomato, basil & prosciutto di Parma
NorcinaUS$26.00
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms & spicy sausage
All' UovoUS$25.00
Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, sliced tomatoes & one egg

Focaccia

LeggeraUS$23.00
"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes & basil
CestinoUS$12.00
Focaccia baked with herbs
Di SofiaUS$29.00
Robiola & truffle oil. Our own specialty
LigureUS$24.00
"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, prosciutto di Parma & basil

What 389 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

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Serafina 38th offers a delightful dining experience, highlighted by "amazing food," "exceptional service," and a "cozy yet energetic atmosphere." Guests appreciate the "beautiful, chic decor" and "delicious Italian dishes," including house-made pasta and truffle pizza. While some note smaller portions, the overall ambiance and attentive staff make it a must-visit.

389 Reviews

N
Nicole
VIP
Houston
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It started great! The restaurant is gorgeous and clean. Hostess was so nice and friendly. Great table. Great vibe and energy. Awesome waiter. Terrific wine list by the glass and my husband ordered a Negroni which he loved. We started with the shrimp and avocado salad. Still thinking about it as it was absolutely delicious. We then ordered a margarita pizza (in NYC we wanted a good pizza) uba pizza. Cant stand uba Hassan but we love spicy so we went with it and parpadelle with short rib. Nothing was great. Just okay. Only took a few bites of pasta. The short in was mushy and over powering and the egg noodles were overcooked. I did not like it at all. It tasted more like a goulash. The margarita pizza was watery and undercooked. The Uba pizza tasted like buffalo sauce on a pizza. Not impressed. The Langham suggested this restaurant but it was a miss for Italian Americans. Oh and the entire staff only spoke Spanish to each other. Would only go back for drinks and that salad!
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Jim
Greater Boston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great server. Helped move to a more comfortable table with no hiccups. Food was just what we wanted, particularly the hay and straw pasta. Really nice evening.
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Peter
VIP
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 29 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a comfortable place with its house-made pasta and specials. Staff are really amazing which is a reflection of the manager. Great ambiance, service, food and drinks!
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Dora
New York City
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 29 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great except portions. The portions were on the smaller side
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Chet
VIP
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 27 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really delicious cocktails, pizza and pasta - pleasantly surprised! Beautiful, chic decor/atmosphere as well.
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Britta
VIP
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was Amazing !!!!!!! Service was great. Love it there !!!
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melanny
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect but unfortunately we got severely sick from the food by bedtime.
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Anna
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Serafina Madison38 is fantastic! The service is top notch, the food is Delicious, and the ambiance strikes the perfect balance of cozy despite the large dining room. I particularly enjoy the booths, they add a nice touch to the experience.
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Deb
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 16 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Serafina always delivers. A great weeknight spot to gather with friends or colleagues. Staff is super friendly and the food is top notch.
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Gail
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As it has in the past, the food and experience was exceptional!
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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 4.6 stars by 389 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

241 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016-2818

Additional information

Cross Street
South East corner of Madison Avenue and East 38th Street
Area
Murray Hill
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Cocktail Bar, Pizza Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Grand Central Station, Bus Lines on Madison Avenue and Fifth Avenue, Subway 5, 7, D, F

Website
https://www.serafinarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(646) 779-7667

Serafina 38th

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spaghetti Carbonara

Fresh Calamari

Lasagna al Forno

Classic Antipasti

BruschettaUS$16.00

MeatballsUS$19.00

Carpaccio di Filetto & Tartufo Nero*US$27.00

Bresaola*US$21.00

Fresh CalamariUS$19.00

Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$27.00

Tagliere di Salumi*US$27.00

Italian Mozzarella & Burrata

Carciofi alla Giudea & BurrataUS$25.00

Our CapreseUS$25.00

Prosciutto & BurrataUS$27.00

Burrata & Cherry TomatoesUS$24.00

Insalata

Di SofiaUS$19.00

Arugula e ParmigianoUS$21.00

Brussels Sprout SaladUS$24.00

Kale Salad*US$21.00

Goat Cheese & Spinach SaladUS$22.00

Insalata di Porto CervoUS$22.00

Serafina Chicken SaladUS$23.00

Avocado San PietroUS$23.00

Arugula e FilettoUS$29.00

Pasta

Spaghetti Pomodori & BasilicoUS$19.00

Penne All'arrabbiataUS$19.00

Spaghetti al LimoneUS$24.00

Farfalle al LimoncelloUS$26.00

Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$23.00

Lasagna al FornoUS$26.00

Cacio e PepeUS$23.00

Paglia e Fieno*US$23.00

Tagliolini di CortinaUS$25.00

Penne alla Vodka*US$23.00

Rigatoni alla BologneseUS$25.00

Spaghetti Aglio & Olio "Al Pacino"US$21.00

Gnocchi di Mamma*US$26.00

Spaghetti alle VongoleUS$27.00

OrecchietteUS$25.00

Spaghetti ai Ricci di MareUS$36.00

Tagliolini Tartufo Nero*US$39.00

Risotti & Ravioli

Ravioli alla SalviaUS$25.00

Ravioli ai Porcini*US$26.00

Ravioli Degli InnamoratiUS$28.00

Risotto PorciniUS$29.00

Ravioli al Tartufo NeroUS$31.00

Risotto Tartufo & Prosecco*US$33.00

Secondi Piatti

Fabulous To Share

Rotisserie Chicken

Branzino al Sale

Tagliolini al Parmigiano

Tomahawk Steak (38 oz.)

Pesce

Filet of Bass al Pinot GrigioUS$34.00

Branzino Cherry Tomatoes*US$38.00

Faroe Islands SalmonUS$31.00

Carne

Serafina Burger*US$28.00

Steak & FriesUS$36.00

Pollo Milanese*US$29.00

Chicken Breast PaillardUS$29.00

Filet Mignon alla GrigliaUS$39.00

Petto di Pollo ParmigianaUS$29.00

Vegetarian

Spaghetti SquashUS$24.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$24.00

Sides

Sautéed Broccoli

French Fries

Sautéed Spinach

Brussels Sprouts