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Serafina 79, New York, NY

Serafina 79

4.5
4.5
938 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Please notice that all reservations are for indoor dining. Outdoor dining works on a first come first serve policy. This location is not handicap accessible and is located on the second and third floor of a bi- level building. Reservations above 8 people must be booked with a prifix menu.

Our original Serafina restaurant offers a cozy dining room and a family-friendly indoor terrace. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s art and museum district, we are across the street from Central Park and just 2 blocks from the MET! Enjoy our authentic Italian menu, prepared with the highest quality ingredients. Featuring homemade pastas, over 20 varieties of pizza from our cherry-wood burning oven and grilled meats, fish and vegetables.

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    East 79th Street, South West corner of Madison and 79th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 Train, exit on 77th Street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 938 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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina 79 offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "amazing food," "wonderful and super friendly" service, and a "great atmosphere." Its convenient location near the Met makes it a "perfect stop" for visitors. While some find the ambiance lively, others note occasional service inconsistencies. Overall, a popular choice for Italian fare.

938 Reviews
  1. Kari

    New York City14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very nice experience. Food delicious. Service very good. Would go again.

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  2. Audrey

    New York City35 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I used to eat at Serafina regularly many years ago, and while some dishes are still great, others are disappointing. My friends ordered the avocado salad which was lots of lettuce, some avocado and a few hearts of palm. A little meager and uninspiring for a $23 salad. The restaurant hasn’t lost its charm, however. It’s still a lovely place for lunch with friends.

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  3. Richard VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Always a solid and dependable Italian restaurant with numerous well located outlets throughout Manhattan, the Upper East Side (original?) spot offers a modest, pleasant menu, excellent pizza and attentive service. Beware, however, if you find yourself trekking two stories up the stairs to the second level. While the main room presents itself with handsome white tablecloths, those banished to the upper levels will find themselves eating off rough wood tables reminiscent of a dive bar, a distinctly different ambiance. I failed to note any price reductions for those in the nosebleed section. That said, you can always get a decent meal at a fair price at Serafina .

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Really good food. Everything else fair. Staff not super accommodating but adequate

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  5. Elizabeth VIP

    Salt Lake City129 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A neighborhood classic. Easy, relaxing, standard fare.

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    Omaha5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This never disappoints! Food is always delicious and comes out so hot. And the atmosphere is perfection.

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  7. LaurieB

    New York City12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    A neighborhood type small Italian restaurant. Good, simple, fresh food with a somewhat limited menu.

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  8. Len VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great staff, wonderful clientele, UES plus families visiting the museums. Food from the oven which is yards away. Neat place. Thank you.

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  9. KWIK VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an incredible dining experience at Serafina!

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  10. Frank

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Pizzas and pastas are excellent. Everything else is good.

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FAQs

Serafina 79 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 734-2676.

Serafina 79 is rated 4.5 stars by 938 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
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Serafina 79

1022 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10075

Additional information

  • Cross street
    East 79th Street, South West corner of Madison and 79th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch & Dinner Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    6 Train, exit on 77th Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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