I love this restaurant. It’s my favorite when I visit. We had reservations at 6:15, arrived at 6:00 and got seated immediately, outside. The food is always excellent. We have a home here and visit frequently, I’ve never had a meal I didn’t love. Our service tonight was exceptional! Sanja waited on us tonight and we met the manager Nona, both are gems. I overheard the table next to us complain about the food and sent back two plates, I think they just wanted a free meal as I heard her say the food didn’t have much flavor to the waitress, that is very untrue.The food, atmosphere and service is always wonderful. The best in Ft. Lauderdale!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charred Octopus, Risotto, Fish
Thomas Pfleger
We wanted to like this place but was disappointed on our first visit. Perhaps it was our food choices. I ordered a shrimp dish which was fishy and tasted bad. GF order a ravioli special that had truffle oil, never would have ordered if we knew it had truffle oil.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Penny Fischer
Very nice location. Does not look good from the front but don't be put off. It's a gem. Good food, pleasant, attentive and friendly service. Location very nice of the intracoastal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Seth “RockshowPix” Shapiro
Some of the best food in Ft Lauderdale. Good portions and specials
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Carlucci
Our reservation was on April 1 at 7PM for outside., party of 3. Arrived at 7:02. Hostess said it would be a 10 minute wait or we could have the inside table right next to her at entrance. We declined. She snipped and said wait outside. We went outside. While waiting four other parties arrived and were seated outside. At 7:32 after waiting 30 mins and Hostess Never coming out to giving us a status report of our reservation I went inside and inquired and asked about our 7PM Reservation. Her response was I told my Manager. We were then seated. Aswan were seated we walked by 6 empty outside tables, already set up. At No time did we receive an apology for the Inconvenience!The waitress was good and service a bit slow but not as slow as getting the table, food very good.Obviously Reservations mean Nothing at Serafina.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Veal Parmesan, Caprese Salad
Seamus Bell
Hidden gem
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dalía Roche
Amazing place, Great Service, had a wonderful evening experience a must recommend…
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Danielle Palumbo
cute italian spot, definitely try to sit outside on the deck as we were inside. food is great but nothing special. we also weren't thrilled to pay for valet parking when there are parking spots in front of the restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Courtney Irving
Quiet small Italian place on the waterfront. Depending on the night you can see the water has a boat port and the food is extremely delicious. For my plate I got a bolognese with spicy Italian sausage in it. My date decided to go with seafood angel hair pasta which was shrimp. Manuel had lots of depth in flavour. Delicious as I paired it with an Italian mule.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Pasta with Marinara Sauce
Ricardo Douer
The place is not very pleasant, especially when it rains. Be careful, when the addition comes if yes 4 they charge large parties and apply 20% more and also the tip.
The authentic Italian place.Great service and atmosphere,everyone there is on top of their game
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Richard Revilla
Great view on the inter-costal if you sit outside. The Linguine in Clam Sauce is on point.
Harry 305
Spent $120 for 2 and Still trying to figure out all the hype about his joint. It's an open patio with some tables and tableclothes. Absolutely no charm. No mood, no music, no theme, no intent, no experience to take home with you.A fluorescent lightbulb has more charm.You can find a better atmosphere at The Olive Garden. Not kidding.The food was as basic as it can be.The pasta sauce was salty. Seriously? The pasta sauce... the foundation of italian cuisine? It was probably from a can - and it sucked.The waiter was as more interested in finishing his shift and going home than doing his job.The only good thing is that you can pay with your cellphone and promptly leave. That was nice.Also the bread, but in any case... will not be going back for sure.
Anetha Vogele
The vibes were good and the view was beautiful. Don’t recommend the pastas it was not good, especially, the bolognese. Also if u like your pasta more cooked tell them.
I love this restaurant. It’s my favorite when I visit. We had reservations at 6:15, arrived at 6:00 and got seated immediately, outside. The food is always excellent. We have a home here and visit frequently, I’ve never had a meal I didn’t love. Our service tonight was exceptional! Sanja waited on us tonight and we met the manager Nona, both are gems. I overheard the table next to us complain about the food and sent back two plates, I think they just wanted a free meal as I heard her say the food didn’t have much flavor to the waitress, that is very untrue.The food, atmosphere and service is always wonderful. The best in Ft. Lauderdale!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Charred Octopus, Risotto, Fish
We wanted to like this place but was disappointed on our first visit. Perhaps it was our food choices. I ordered a shrimp dish which was fishy and tasted bad. GF order a ravioli special that had truffle oil, never would have ordered if we knew it had truffle oil.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Very nice location. Does not look good from the front but don't be put off. It's a gem. Good food, pleasant, attentive and friendly service. Location very nice of the intracoastal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Some of the best food in Ft Lauderdale. Good portions and specials
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our reservation was on April 1 at 7PM for outside., party of 3. Arrived at 7:02. Hostess said it would be a 10 minute wait or we could have the inside table right next to her at entrance. We declined. She snipped and said wait outside. We went outside. While waiting four other parties arrived and were seated outside. At 7:32 after waiting 30 mins and Hostess Never coming out to giving us a status report of our reservation I went inside and inquired and asked about our 7PM Reservation. Her response was I told my Manager. We were then seated. Aswan were seated we walked by 6 empty outside tables, already set up. At No time did we receive an apology for the Inconvenience!The waitress was good and service a bit slow but not as slow as getting the table, food very good.Obviously Reservations mean Nothing at Serafina.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Veal Parmesan, Caprese Salad
Hidden gem
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing place, Great Service, had a wonderful evening experience a must recommend…
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
cute italian spot, definitely try to sit outside on the deck as we were inside. food is great but nothing special. we also weren't thrilled to pay for valet parking when there are parking spots in front of the restaurant.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Quiet small Italian place on the waterfront. Depending on the night you can see the water has a boat port and the food is extremely delicious. For my plate I got a bolognese with spicy Italian sausage in it. My date decided to go with seafood angel hair pasta which was shrimp. Manuel had lots of depth in flavour. Delicious as I paired it with an Italian mule.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Pasta with Marinara Sauce
The place is not very pleasant, especially when it rains. Be careful, when the addition comes if yes 4 they charge large parties and apply 20% more and also the tip.
Restaurantji Recommends
Nice placed gold quality/price ratio
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
The authentic Italian place.Great service and atmosphere,everyone there is on top of their game
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great view on the inter-costal if you sit outside. The Linguine in Clam Sauce is on point.
Spent $120 for 2 and Still trying to figure out all the hype about his joint. It's an open patio with some tables and tableclothes. Absolutely no charm. No mood, no music, no theme, no intent, no experience to take home with you.A fluorescent lightbulb has more charm.You can find a better atmosphere at The Olive Garden. Not kidding.The food was as basic as it can be.The pasta sauce was salty. Seriously? The pasta sauce... the foundation of italian cuisine? It was probably from a can - and it sucked.The waiter was as more interested in finishing his shift and going home than doing his job.The only good thing is that you can pay with your cellphone and promptly leave. That was nice.Also the bread, but in any case... will not be going back for sure.
The vibes were good and the view was beautiful. Don’t recommend the pastas it was not good, especially, the bolognese. Also if u like your pasta more cooked tell them.