Serafina 38th

4.6

389 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 times today

Lively
Neighborhood 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
Neighborhood
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
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

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

Italian Mozzarella & Burrata

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

Insalata

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

Di Sofia$19.00
Classic Caesar with Parmigiano Reggiano
Arugula e Parmigiano$21.00
Baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, Parmigiano & fig vinaigrette
Brussels Sprout Salad$24.00
Brussel sprouts, pear, walnuts, grapefruit, arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, cranberries & lemon-honey dressing
Kale Salad*$21.00
With Pecorino Romano, pear, fresh mint, Serrano chili & mini croûtons
Goat Cheese & Spinach Salad$22.00
Honey, roasted pine nuts & balsamic vinaigrette
Insalata di Porto Cervo$22.00
Romaine, carrots, hearts of palm, avocado & lemon dressing
Serafina Chicken Salad$23.00
Free range chicken breast, romaine, mesclun, sun dried tomatoes, raisins, pine nuts & pesto dressing
Avocado San Pietro$23.00
Shrimp, arugula, grape tomatoes, cannellini & Champagne mustard
Arugula e Filetto$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 & Basilico$19.00
Homemade tomato sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano & fresh basil
Penne All'arrabbiata$19.00
Spicy tomato sauce with parsley & crushed red pepper
Spaghetti al Limone$24.00
Lemon & cream, aged Parmigiano Reggiano
Farfalle al Limoncello$26.00
Bow tie pasta, baby shrimp, cream & lemon zest
Spaghetti Carbonara$23.00
Bacon, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, eggs & black pepper
Lasagna al Forno$26.00
With our homemade meat sauce
Cacio e Pepe$23.00
Pecorino Romano, crushed black pepper & extra virgin olive oil
Paglia e Fieno*$23.00
Homemade fettuccine, tomato sauce, cream, basil & Parmigiano Reggiano
Tagliolini di Cortina$25.00
Free range chicken breast, cream, peas & mushrooms
Penne alla Vodka*$23.00
Made spicy upon request. Homemade tomato sauce, red pepper flakes, a splash of vodka & cream
Rigatoni alla Bolognese$25.00
With our homemade meat sauce
Spaghetti Aglio & Olio "Al Pacino"$21.00
Extra virgin olive oil, red pepper, garlic & Parmigiano Reggiano
Gnocchi di Mamma*$26.00
Cherry tomato sauce & Parmigiano Reggiano
Spaghetti alle Vongole$27.00
Fresh clams, white wine, a touch of garlic & parsley
Orecchiette$25.00
Spicy sausage & broccoli rabe
Spaghetti ai Ricci di Mare$36.00
Spaghetti with sea scallops, sea urchin & a touch of white wine & tomato sauce. Our signature dish
Tagliolini Tartufo Nero*$39.00
Homemade tagliolini, Italian black truffle & Parmigiano Reggiano

Risotti & Ravioli

All our ravioli are homemade "fatta in casa"

Ravioli alla Salvia$25.00
Homemade spinach & ricotta ravioli served with butter & sage
Ravioli ai Porcini*$26.00
Ricotta & porcini ravioli sautéed with porcini mushrooms
Ravioli Degli Innamorati$28.00
Heart-shaped lobster ravioli in a lobster bisque sauce
Risotto Porcini$29.00
Carnaroli rice with porcini mushrooms (Please allow 15 min)
Ravioli al Tartufo Nero$31.00
Black truffle ravioli & a touch of butter
Risotto Tartufo & Prosecco*$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
- pp$32.00
Branzino al Sale
Whole branzino (2 lbs), increased in salt & baked. Served with rosemary fingerling potatoes
- pp$45.00
Tagliolini al Parmigiano
Made table side in a Parmigiano wheel
- pp$33.00
Tomahawk Steak (38 oz.)
Served with rosemary fingerling potatoes
- pp$95.00

Pesce

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

Carne

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

Vegetarian

Spaghetti Squash$24.00
Spaghetti squash with sautéed vegetable mix, pine nuts & tomato sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana$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

Marinara$19.00
Tomato, oregano & garlic
Margherita$22.00
Tomato, mozzarella, basil & olives
Napoletana$23.00
Tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, capers & basil
Pepperoni$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella & pepperoni
V.I.P.$23.00
Tomato, "fior di latte" mozzarella & basil
Regina*$25.00
Tomato, buffalo mozzarella & basil
D.O.C.$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano & cherry tomatoes
4 Stagioni$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, pesto & prosciutto di Parma

Gourmet di Serafina

White Pizza

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

Di Serafina

Funghi$24.00
Tomato, mozzarella & mushrooms
Pizza all Vodka$24.00
Homemade vodka sauce & fior di latte mozzarella
Di Fabio$25.00
Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma & chopped tomatoes
Di Vittorio*$29.00
Fresh burrata, tomato, basil & prosciutto di Parma
Norcina$26.00
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms & spicy sausage
All' Uovo$25.00
Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, sliced tomatoes & one egg

Focaccia

Leggera$23.00
"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes & basil
Cestino$12.00
Focaccia baked with herbs
Di Sofia$29.00
Robiola & truffle oil. Our own specialty
Ligure$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

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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 February 3, 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 January 29, 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 January 29, 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 January 27, 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 January 25, 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 January 19, 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 January 17, 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 January 16, 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 January 15, 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 reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 28 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
Neighborhood
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
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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

Serafina 38th

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spaghetti Carbonara

Fresh Calamari

Lasagna al Forno

Classic Antipasti

Bruschetta$16.00

Meatballs$19.00

Carpaccio di Filetto & Tartufo Nero*$27.00

Bresaola*$21.00

Fresh Calamari$19.00

Yellowfin Tuna Tartare$27.00

Tagliere di Salumi*$27.00

Italian Mozzarella & Burrata

Carciofi alla Giudea & Burrata$25.00

Our Caprese$25.00

Prosciutto & Burrata$27.00

Burrata & Cherry Tomatoes$24.00

Insalata

Di Sofia$19.00

Arugula e Parmigiano$21.00

Brussels Sprout Salad$24.00

Kale Salad*$21.00

Goat Cheese & Spinach Salad$22.00

Insalata di Porto Cervo$22.00

Serafina Chicken Salad$23.00

Avocado San Pietro$23.00

Arugula e Filetto$29.00

Pasta

Spaghetti Pomodori & Basilico$19.00

Penne All'arrabbiata$19.00

Spaghetti al Limone$24.00

Farfalle al Limoncello$26.00

Spaghetti Carbonara$23.00

Lasagna al Forno$26.00

Cacio e Pepe$23.00

Paglia e Fieno*$23.00

Tagliolini di Cortina$25.00

Penne alla Vodka*$23.00

Rigatoni alla Bolognese$25.00

Spaghetti Aglio & Olio "Al Pacino"$21.00

Gnocchi di Mamma*$26.00

Spaghetti alle Vongole$27.00

Orecchiette$25.00

Spaghetti ai Ricci di Mare$36.00

Tagliolini Tartufo Nero*$39.00

Risotti & Ravioli

Ravioli alla Salvia$25.00

Ravioli ai Porcini*$26.00

Ravioli Degli Innamorati$28.00

Risotto Porcini$29.00

Ravioli al Tartufo Nero$31.00

Risotto Tartufo & Prosecco*$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 Grigio$34.00

Branzino Cherry Tomatoes*$38.00

Faroe Islands Salmon$31.00

Carne

Serafina Burger*$28.00

Steak & Fries$36.00

Pollo Milanese*$29.00

Chicken Breast Paillard$29.00

Filet Mignon alla Griglia$39.00

Petto di Pollo Parmigiana$29.00

Vegetarian

Spaghetti Squash$24.00

Eggplant Parmigiana$24.00

Sides

Sautéed Broccoli

French Fries

Sautéed Spinach

Brussels Sprouts