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Serafina by The Water

4.6
4.6
3885 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
“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
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

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 3,885 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Neighborhood gem

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Romantic

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for scenic views

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina by The Water offers a delightful dining experience with "authentic Italian cuisine," exceptional service, and a "charming waterfront location." Guests rave about the "amazing food" and "fabulous ambience." While some mention occasional wait times and seating preferences, the overall experience is highly recommended for its "beautiful views" and "friendly staff."
3,885 Reviews
  1. Andrea VIP

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We found a diamond in the ruff. Friends wanted to go for Italian, and the 3 restaurants where we usually go had no reservations. I searched Italian restaurants in Lauderdale, and we chose Serafina. We walked through the little alley, and were amazed. Beautiful water front dining, but the food was phenomenal. There were 5 of us, and we each got different meals. Everyone enjoyed it. The staff are very friendly, and the service was great! 6 stars!!!

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  2. Pablo

    Fort Lauderdale18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always. Dessert awesome. View excellent

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  3. Pamela

    West Palm Beach1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I’m really disappointed with my recent visit. This is a restaurant I usually enjoy and even chose to bring guests to, but the experience fell short. The food was just okay, and the chef’s special—Cacio e Pepe—was a letdown. What really ruined it for me was the state of the bathroom: dirty, smelly, and completely unacceptable for a place of this reputation. I expected better.

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  4. Denise

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tgank you for an enjoyable dinner, everything was perfect!

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  5. Gina VIP

    Orlando32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is small but with enough tables by the water for everyone to have a view of the water. Our server was very attentive and took good care of you. Appetizers and food were really good. I am looking forward to go by again when I visit that area again. I would highly recommend it for a quiet dinner or date. Limited parkings

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  6. Daria

    Miami1 review

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We came, they showed our table and left us for 15 min waiting for anyone to come. No water, no bread arrived. We left.

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  7. Daniel M .

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sonja was pure joy. The food was beautiful and even more delicious. Nicely paced. Great cocktails. Fine wine suggestion. A delightful evening in the harbor!

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  8. Sherri VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food awesome atmosphere. We did have to wait a bit to be seated but it was worth it.

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  9. tisha

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are four friends from different parts of the country who get together once a year . We always travel to different places and try to find unique restaurants. The experience at this restaurant was a delight. Two of our group are gourmet chefs and Serafina more than surpassed all of their expectations. If you visit and or live here - please , please go to Serafina. Kudos to our server, Alessandra, (sp?) for exceptional service. Will be back!

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  10. Rodrigo

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and ambience are fabulous at this waterfront gem nested in beautiful Victoria Park. Great for dates and special occasions.

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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 4.6 stars by 3885 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for Serafina by The Water

926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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