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Mussels - Serafina by The Water, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Serafina by The Water

4.7
4.7
3713 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
“SERAFINA” in Italian translates to both “angel of the sea” and “fine evening”. Those who have been there completely agree! This beautifully romantic, candlelit trattoria is nestled in Victoria Park on a gorgeous view of the Middle River. Its doors open to the most irresistibly charming ambiance and aromas of fantastic Mediterranean flavors. Serafina has a covered and heated patio so guests can enjoy their surroundings in every season!


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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (954) 463-2566
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Lazzari
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (954) 463-2566
  • Area
    Victoria Park
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 am - 3:00 pm,Sat - 11:30 am - 3:00 pm
    Come Enjoy Brunch on the Water at Serafina, $17.00 all you can drink Mimosas and Bellini's! No better way to spend your Saturday and Sunday. Make Reservations now while they last!

  • Martini Madness

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm
    Join us every Thursday for an exquisite Happy Hour experience at our fine dining Italian restaurant, perfectly situated on the waterfront. Indulge in the serene ambiance as you savor our delightful $8 martinis, expertly crafted to enhance your evening. Come and experience the magic of Thursday nights with us, where every sip and every moment is designed to delight.

  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 pm - 9:15 pm
    50% off any bottle up to $80.00 and $8 Glasses of Wine on Select House Wines every Wednesday between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm!

What 3,713 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for fine wines

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Romantic

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina by The Water in Fort Lauderdale offers a charming waterfront dining experience with "amazing food and service." Diners rave about its "romantic atmosphere" and generous portions. While some reviews mention inconsistent service and a dated interior, the "beautiful views" and "delicious Italian dishes" make it a popular choice for locals and visitors alike.

3,713 Reviews
  1. Belkys

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really good and also the service by Tom was excellent. Tiramisú the best. Thank you 🥂
    Serafina by The WaterResponded today
    Dear guest, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed your visit to Serafina, the food, and Tom's excellent service. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. julie

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Tends to be very steady with service, ambiance, and food. Food could use a bit more seasoning.
    Serafina by The WaterResponded today
    Thank you, Julie, for taking the time to share your review and experience at Serafina. We appreciate your feedback.

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  3. Howard

    Fort Lauderdale

    190 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    190 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Better than ever! New menu. Drinks were great as was service. Osso bucco with saffron was superb, as was Dover sole, which was expertly deboned. Very good tiramisu.
    Serafina by The WaterResponded today
    Thank you, Howard, for taking the time to share your review and experience at Serafina. We appreciate your feedback.

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  4. Carlton A.

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Might have been the best pork chop dinner I ever had. Wow! Lobster Ravioli was also delicious.

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  5. Kurt

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated Birthday for girlfriend. Great ambiance. Right on the water at night with no traffic noise to worry about. Food quality was very good. Chicken Rollatini is highly recommended. Professional service as well.

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  6. lauren

    Poconos

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible atmosphere, food & service. I am from NY and finding good Italian food elsewhere is hard, but Serafinas is a place I will continue to come back to when in Fort Lauderdale!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Edmond

    Fort Lauderdale

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Serafina’s food dishes are less authentic today. I don’t know if their kitchen has changed hands. The food is more like a chain Italian restaurant.
    Serafina by The WaterResponded today
    Edmond, thank you very much for your feedback. We appreciate your comments and will consider them to improve our dining experience. We hope you will try us again soon!

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  8. Wanda

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite, great food and service. Everything was perfect

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  9. Pat

    Toronto

    75 reviews

    3.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The location on the water is very nice and our server was very good. Unfortunately, the food left a lot to be desired. I ordered the papardelle with ragù.it was awful. The sauce was very liquidity instead of nice and thick, and it was lacking seasoning. The tomato sauce was acidic and bitter. I sent it back and she brought me the eggplant parmigiana which was marginally better but not by much. My spouse had the bucatini al pesto which was mediocre at best lacking seasoning. Our appetizer of burata was ok, although only three slices of prosciutto. For the price, not worth it. We had not been back to this location in a while and sadly it was disappointing given how far we had to travel to come. Not sure I’ll be back unless things improve.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best hidden gem on the water. We go here first every time I have a guest visiting. Best Osso Buco I have ever had but every dish is outstanding.

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FAQs

Serafina by The Water offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (954) 463-2566.

Serafina by The Water is rated 4.7 stars by 3713 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Serafina by The Water

926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Victoria Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Fabio Lazzari
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (954) 463-2566
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Private Event Coordinator : (954) 463-2566
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