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Serafina, Seattle, WA

Serafina

4.6
4.6
2970 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Serafina opened its doors in 1991 as an intimate neighborhood restaurant located along Eastlake between the University and Downtown. Its intimate, sultry atmosphere, outdoor garden seating and its authentic Italian cuisine make it a favorite with diners from around the Puget Sound and beyond. Serafina's philosophy is simple: Offer the freshest, highest quality ingredients, present the food in an honest and inviting way, and provide the casual warmth and soothing ambiance that echoes the welcoming embrace of an Italian home.
The ritual of coming together sharing wine and food with family and friends is the central motif in our lives. Italian food has an immediacy, honesty, and warmth; it possesses the spirit of a grandmother's wisdom and love. Italian food isn't about trailblazing alchemy or edible high fashion; Italian food is about staying connected—to each other, to the past, to the earth.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Regional American (Northwest), Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    <br />*Paid parking ($3.00) is available in a parking lot located one block north of Serafina, above the Eastlake Market (at Eastlake and Lynn St).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Chandler
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Seattle restaurant week

    US$65.00 per person

    Mar 30, 2025 - Apr 10, 2025
    Serafina will be offering a 3 course pre fixe meal for $65/pp. We will be offering SRW Sunday-Thursday and also offering a la carte menu.
    Seattle restaurant week photo

Private dining

What 2,970 people are saying

Serafina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina offers "amazing Italian cuisine" in a "charming, intimate" setting, making it a top choice for special occasions. Guests rave about its "friendly staff" and "wonderful service," with standout dishes like the Melanzane and Risotto. The "romantic ambience" and excellent wine list add to the allure.

2,970 Reviews
  1. Sheila VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to Serafina and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our server was attentive, the space is beautiful and everything was delicious. We especially loved the pastas, the meatballs, and the cocktails!! Thanks for a lovely birthday dinner!

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  2. Holly

    Seattle2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very quaint and romantic atmosphere, but also a bit cramped- so be prepared if you require more table/seating space. Overall everything was delicious, but I’m not sure it was worth what we paid (around $259). We got the NY steak for two, which was a bit of a tougher cut, and could have gotten better at a local steakhouse for $100, will not order steak next time. Service was amazing, meatball appetizer was fresh and homemade Italian taste! Chocolate mousse with mascarpone was unique and rich

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  3. Russ VIP

    Portland2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been dining at Serafina's for more than 15 years. Our last two dining experiences, the most recent of which was last night, were disappointing. My wife and I ordered the Carbonara special. Both our dishes were very disappointing. Essentially the dishes can best be characterized as two large bowls of pasta with carbonara flavoring. The pasta was very "dry" with no noticeable additional moisture from a carbona sauce or olive oil. Fortunately our server took the meals off the our bill. We had a similar experience the last time we dined at Serafina's but belived it to be a "one off". Sadly, after last night's experience, my wife and I agreed we have had our last meal at Serafina's.

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  4. Lianna

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely perfect experience. Good was amazing and the staff was above and beyond!

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  5. Sara

    Seattle12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Serafina. As always the food was delish, service was great. Atmosphere was inviting. Thank you for another wonderful night.

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  6. Anthony VIP

    Denver44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful dinner experience (even though the parking was terrible due to the street being torn up for blocks). Busy night, and we were lucky to get a table instead of bar seats due to a last-minute cancelation. Ordered arancini to start and it arrived with four small balls, perfect to share. I enjoyed the lasagna, and my wife had the mushroom crema risotto. Both dishes were full of flavor and enough to take some leftovers home. Service was spot on, and I highly recommend making reservations to enjoy this Italian delight! Just remember parking is a pain during this road construction.

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  7. EDouble

    Seattle4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed. Great food and drinks. Service was excellent.

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  8. Steve

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my Wife and my favorite places. They truly never disappoint. The dessert that was on special, a Lemon-Coconut cake was in top 5 best desserts of all time

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  9. Krisinseattle

    Seattle52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable dining experience. Service is excellent. Food predictable. Prices quite high but that’s normal nowadays. Always fun!

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  10. linda

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very nice dinner. The food and service were great. The noise level was higher than we're used to. But overall it was a very enjoyable experience.

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FAQs

Serafina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (206) 323-0807.

Serafina is rated 4.6 stars by 2970 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Serafina

2043 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Regional American (Northwest), Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    <br />*Paid parking ($3.00) is available in a parking lot located one block north of Serafina, above the Eastlake Market (at Eastlake and Lynn St).
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christian Chandler
  • Delivery & takeout
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