Serafina Broadway 55th (Midtown)
New York
Recensioni
Nice location with indoor and outdoor seating. Nice large bar with a good drink selection . We tried two pasta dishes and an appetizer and everything was very good. Service was fast and staff are friendly and helpful.
Really good food and priced accordingly. I’d say it’s worth the try. It can get packed but they have plenty of space. Portions are pretty large and can be shared as well!
I feel like your experience will be different on where you sit and what time you go. We unfortunately were sat under the red lights and during the broadway dinner rush. Our server seemed very preoccupied and didn’t do much in the way to add to the experience besides taking orders and rarely checking back for any extras. We ordered the bruschetta to start - it was fine. Generous portions but underwhelming, the tomatoes tasted soggy like the mix wasn’t prepared fresh but rather hours ago. We each got dirty martinis and while they were strong the flavor and presentation were less than desirable. Mostly vodka and an empty olive thrown in at the bottom, not even a pick to hold it. The food was a lot better. The cacio e pepe had a great flavor to it with lots of cheese. The chicken paillard was fine but nothing special. The same tomatoes for the bruschetta were thrown atop arugula with light dressing. As far as ambience goes, under the red lights it was hard to see what we were eating or hear each other speak over the loud music. (The red lights also explains why the food photographs look so violent) I probably wouldn’t go back but it is a convenient location before a broadway show.
If you’re looking for one of the best Italian dining experiences in Midtown, Serafina Broadway 55th absolutely delivers. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt upscale yet welcoming — classic NYC energy with a polished Italian touch. The service was attentive without being overbearing, and everything came out at the perfect pace. The food is where they really shine. The lemon pasta was incredible — light, fresh, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of citrus. The pasta with meat sauce was rich, comforting, and full of flavor, exactly what you want from a classic Italian dish. The truffle pizza was a standout — crispy, aromatic, and packed with flavor. Even the artichokes were done beautifully and tasted super fresh. For dessert, not everything wowed us, but the lemon sorbet was outstanding — refreshing, clean, and the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, this is a go-to spot in Midtown for consistently great Italian food, a vibrant atmosphere, and a dining experience that feels worth it. Definitely coming back.
We visited Serafina before catching a Broadway play and it was simply delicious. I had a lemon pasta with shrimp, my friend had chicken parmigiana, we shared the spinach and calamari for the appetizer. If your into simple Italian food with no fuss just true to the menu this is a spot to consider. I would definitely return. By the way our server Armando was amazing!
