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Serafina - Boston Back Bay, Boston, MA

Serafina - Boston Back Bay

4.5 (606)
$30 and under
Italian
237 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

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2 people
19:00
Booked 32 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
At Serafina on Newbury Street, we bring the warmth and flavors of authentic Italian cuisine to the heart of Boston's trendiest neighborhood. Nestled in the vibrant Back Bay, just steps away from the Prudential Center and Hynes Convention Center, our restaurant is the perfect spot to indulge in comfort food with a modern twist. Whether you're craving our signature pizzas, hearty pastas, fresh salads, or succulent steaks, we have something to satisfy every palate—including gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.

Our inviting atmosphere is designed to make you feel right at home, whether you're enjoying a casual lunch, a romantic dinner, or a special celebration. After your meal, take a leisurely stroll to the nearby Charles River for a beautiful view or a relaxing walk—an experience that perfectly complements the Serafina dining experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our table and making your visit a memorable one!



Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our Newbury Street location in Back Bay features two semi-private spaces and full buyout options for your event. Host up to 88 guests cocktail style or 68 seated with a full indoor buyout. Enjoy a semi-private bar for 30, or a half buyout for 22-36 seated. Capacity varies by event style. Submit an inquiry below to learn more!
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Cross Street
    Newbury St and Fairfield St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Copley Green Line MBTA StopHynes Green Line MBTA StopBack Bay Orange Line MBTA Stop
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 606 people are saying

Serafina - Boston Back Bay reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina - Boston Back Bay offers "excellent house-made pastas" and "fun drink options" in a cozy setting. While some diners note slow service, the "attentive and friendly staff" often make up for it. Highly recommended dishes include the fig pizza, cacio e pepe, and Spaghetti Allo Scoglio. Perfect for casual, intimate dinners.
606 Reviews
  1. Brit

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was wonderful, food came out quickly and was fabulous, and the tiramisu is incredible. 10/10 recommend

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  2. Courtney VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favorite pizza at Serafina’s, called pepperoncini, was disappointing. There was no chili oil so it didn’t have its usual kick. Not sure if they forgot to add it? Service was a little disappointing too. We had to ask our waiter to refill our water. Also, the waiter asked if he can clean our plates while I was still eating. The other three people at the people already finished eating so I didn’t protest. However, I would have liked to finish my meal so it was quite annoying that the waiter asked to start clearing the table.

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  3. Steve VIP

    Naples34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was very good. Not a place you go for your anniversary or birthday celebration, but a moderately-priced restaurant with above-average food.

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  4. Kim

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite restaurant in Boston! Delicious and great service.

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  5. Lisa VIP

    Phoenix6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was so slow . So. Slow. Food was good- but not great. Our server was very kind.

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  6. Isabela

    Greater Boston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 7 May 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter brought us the wrong order… We said it was fine because otherwise the food would be thrown away. But anyways…

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  7. William

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food. Great service. Quick. Nice wine. Good portions.

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  8. Heather

    New York City38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was very good. Service was a bit rushed Had to have them hold our main dishes while eating starters. Tables are close together, but overall it's a nice restaurant.

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  9. JENNIFER VIP

    Puebla12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La atención calidad y atenta, la comida riquísima y el lugar super cómodo.

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  10. Nuala

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoughtful and attentive team, excellent house-made pastas and fun drink options by bartender Solomon!

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FAQs

Serafina - Boston Back Bay does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Serafina - Boston Back Bay also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 426-1234 ext. 2.

Serafina - Boston Back Bay is rated 4.5 stars by 606 OpenTable diners.

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 32 times today
Google Map for Serafina - Boston Back Bay

237 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Newbury St and Fairfield St
  • Area
    Back Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Copley Green Line MBTA StopHynes Green Line MBTA StopBack Bay Orange Line MBTA Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Private party facilities
    Our Newbury Street location in Back Bay features two semi-private spaces and full buyout options for your event. Host up to 88 guests cocktail style or 68 seated with a full indoor buyout. Enjoy a semi-private bar for 30, or a half buyout for 22-36 seated. Capacity varies by event style. Submit an inquiry below to learn more!
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