Serafina 38th

Name: Serafina 38th
Address: 241 Madison Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10016-2818
Telephone: (646) 779-7667
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

367 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

1 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 24 times today

Lively
Good for business meals
Neighbourhood gem

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 Parking
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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

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

Italian Mozzarella & Burrata

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

Insalata

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

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

Risotti & Ravioli

All our ravioli are homemade "fatta in casa"

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

Pesce

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

Carne

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

Vegetarian

Spaghetti SquashUSD 24.00
Spaghetti squash with sautéed vegetable mix, pine nuts & tomato sauce
Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 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

MarinaraUSD 19.00
Tomato, oregano & garlic
MargheritaUSD 22.00
Tomato, mozzarella, basil & olives
NapoletanaUSD 23.00
Tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, capers & basil
PepperoniUSD 24.00
Tomato, mozzarella & pepperoni
V.I.P.USD 23.00
Tomato, "fior di latte" mozzarella & basil
Regina*USD 25.00
Tomato, buffalo mozzarella & basil
D.O.C.USD 24.00
Tomato, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano & cherry tomatoes
4 StagioniUSD 24.00
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, pesto & prosciutto di Parma

Gourmet di Serafina

White Pizza

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

Di Serafina

FunghiUSD 24.00
Tomato, mozzarella & mushrooms
Pizza all VodkaUSD 24.00
Homemade vodka sauce & fior di latte mozzarella
Di FabioUSD 25.00
Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma & chopped tomatoes
Di Vittorio*USD 29.00
Fresh burrata, tomato, basil & prosciutto di Parma
NorcinaUSD 26.00
Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms & spicy sausage
All' UovoUSD 25.00
Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, sliced tomatoes & one egg

Focaccia

LeggeraUSD 23.00
"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes & basil
CestinoUSD 12.00
Focaccia baked with herbs
Di SofiaUSD 29.00
Robiola & truffle oil. Our own specialty
LigureUSD 24.00
"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, prosciutto di Parma & basil

What 367 people are saying

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
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Serafina 38th is a delightful Italian dining spot known for its "delicious food" and "great service." Guests appreciate the "romantic yet relaxed atmosphere" and the "attentive staff." While some reviews mention noise and service inconsistencies, the restaurant's "amazing food" and charming ambiance make it a worthwhile visit.

368 Reviews

V
Victoria
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service and ambience was great. The food was good.
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michael
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From start to finish was the best experience. The host was very good at getting my family seated after I made the mistake of making the reservation for 2 and not 4 the wait staff was very responsive and the food was amazing
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Ludwig
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Disappointing experience: lack of coherence between the exposed Italian atmosphere (house wine come from -spoiler - New Zealand or France, not Italy, and the wine are extremely expensive (17$ a glass…). Quantity are too small for the price given, wine is served warm… and finally the music around is not Italian as one may expect but indian. Parmesan was tasteless (was it Parmesan or old grana padano from last week?), and they serve it to you as if it was pure gold bars whereas usually in (real) italian restaurants you help yourself. Bad ratio between price and quality, we left still hungry, and much poorer.
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Nikki
Dorset
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We were in and out in 35 minutes, the whole experience felt rushed. Starter turned up seconds after ordering it and then main straight on top. The risotto was under cooked and then when they made another one, it was far too cheesy. The longest part was waiting for the bill which in the end we got up to ask for.
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Camilla
Milan
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Complimenti per il servizio, il buon cibo e l’educazione! A presto!
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Cécile
Miami
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bonne experience, service rapide et les plats étaient bons. Nous y retournerons.
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Vernon
VIP
New York City
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a outstanding evening dining at Sarafina. The staff and management is awesome.
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Robert
Atlantic City
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We sat at the bar before our reservation and the bartender was great and attentive. For our reservation we sat downstairs where it was quiet and our server was attentive and informative! Food came out reasonably and prices were good!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful customer service, and great experience! Will definitely go back.
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Patricia
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful and delicious Christmas lunch at at Serafina .. Great Service as always!!! Thank you and Happy Holidays All!!!!
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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 4.5 stars by 367 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

1 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 24 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 Parking
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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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

BruschettaUSD 16.00

MeatballsUSD 19.00

Carpaccio di Filetto & Tartufo Nero*USD 27.00

Bresaola*USD 21.00

Fresh CalamariUSD 19.00

Yellowfin Tuna TartareUSD 27.00

Tagliere di Salumi*USD 27.00

Italian Mozzarella & Burrata

Carciofi alla Giudea & BurrataUSD 25.00

Our CapreseUSD 25.00

Prosciutto & BurrataUSD 27.00

Burrata & Cherry TomatoesUSD 24.00

Insalata

Di SofiaUSD 19.00

Arugula e ParmigianoUSD 21.00

Brussels Sprout SaladUSD 24.00

Kale Salad*USD 21.00

Goat Cheese & Spinach SaladUSD 22.00

Insalata di Porto CervoUSD 22.00

Serafina Chicken SaladUSD 23.00

Avocado San PietroUSD 23.00

Arugula e FilettoUSD 29.00

Pasta

Spaghetti Pomodori & BasilicoUSD 19.00

Penne All'arrabbiataUSD 19.00

Spaghetti al LimoneUSD 24.00

Farfalle al LimoncelloUSD 26.00

Spaghetti CarbonaraUSD 23.00

Lasagna al FornoUSD 26.00

Cacio e PepeUSD 23.00

Paglia e Fieno*USD 23.00

Tagliolini di CortinaUSD 25.00

Penne alla Vodka*USD 23.00

Rigatoni alla BologneseUSD 25.00

Spaghetti Aglio & Olio "Al Pacino"USD 21.00

Gnocchi di Mamma*USD 26.00

Spaghetti alle VongoleUSD 27.00

OrecchietteUSD 25.00

Spaghetti ai Ricci di MareUSD 36.00

Tagliolini Tartufo Nero*USD 39.00

Risotti & Ravioli

Ravioli alla SalviaUSD 25.00

Ravioli ai Porcini*USD 26.00

Ravioli Degli InnamoratiUSD 28.00

Risotto PorciniUSD 29.00

Ravioli al Tartufo NeroUSD 31.00

Risotto Tartufo & Prosecco*USD 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 GrigioUSD 34.00

Branzino Cherry Tomatoes*USD 38.00

Faroe Islands SalmonUSD 31.00

Carne

Serafina Burger*USD 28.00

Steak & FriesUSD 36.00

Pollo Milanese*USD 29.00

Chicken Breast PaillardUSD 29.00

Filet Mignon alla GrigliaUSD 39.00

Petto di Pollo ParmigianaUSD 29.00

Vegetarian

Spaghetti SquashUSD 24.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 24.00

Sides

Sautéed Broccoli

French Fries

Sautéed Spinach

Brussels Sprouts