Serafina 38th

4.6

383 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 55 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 383 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
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Serafina 38th offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food" and "excellent service." The lively atmosphere complements its "delicious Italian cuisine," featuring standout dishes like truffle pizza and carpaccio. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and cozy ambiance, making it a "highly recommended" spot for both casual and celebratory meals.

383 Reviews

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melanny
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
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 4 days ago
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 5 days ago
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 6 days ago
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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Alexander
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
They really rush you, I'm Not cool with that. They served my entry at the same time with my main dish. Never asked if I wanted more to drink. Not worth the price.
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Sara
VIP
New York City
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on 13 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was excellent. Tuna tartare was EXCEPTIONAL as well as the brussels sprout salad and margherita pizza (extra crispy) — Serafina is consistently delicious.
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Anna
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere! Went here for my boyfriend’s birthday and had a great time!!
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John
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New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Solid food, outstanding service, and a lovely place in an upscale chain
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Melissa
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New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 9 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was delish! Was a bit noisy but all nyc restaurants are noisy.
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Andrea
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 8 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Serafina 38th was a perfect spot for our casual business dinner. A definite crowd pleaser. The host was friendly and inviting. Our server Juan Carlo was attentive and knowledgeable. The shared course of a pizza and artichoke/buratta was delicious- we could have enjoyed even more. All enjoyed their pasta and classic parmesan dishes. The desserts were beautiful. Three different with a gorgeous presentation. Lively crowd, warm ambiance on a cold winter night, good wine and port to go along. Highly recommend and will be back again at this location.
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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 383 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

21 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 55 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