Serafina by The Water

Name: Serafina by The Water
Address: 926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States, 33304
Telephone: (954) 463-2566
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2715 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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“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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 1, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

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Dining style
Casual Dining
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
(954) 463-2566
Website
http://www.serabythewater.com/
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 : (866) 954-1924

Location
926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
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

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Offers

Wine Wednesday
Multiple dates available
Wed - 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
$5 Glasses of Wine on Select House Wines every Wednesday between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm!

Popular dishes

Tonno Tartar$18.00
Sushi Grade Yellow Fin Tuna, Marinated with Sesame Oil, over a bed of thinly sliced Avocado
Pepata di Vongole e Cozze$16.00
Spicy Mussels OR Clams sautéed in a choice white wine garlic OR Marinara
Gamberi Serafina$19.00
Seared Jumbo Shrimp Flambeed in a spicy Brandy sauce, over sautéed spinach
Carpaccio di Manzo$17.00
Thin sliced cured Filet Mignon served with Arugula, Truffle oil and Parmigiano Reggiano shavings
Mozzarella in Carozza$14.00
Fresh breaded Mozzarella served on a bed of Tomato Sauce
Burrata per Due$23.00
Imported Italian Burrata Cheesed (For Two) Prosciutto di Parma & sliced tomatoes topped with extra virgin olive oil
Caprese$16.00
Sliced mozzarella Di Buffalo, served with Mix greens and fresh Roma Tomatoes
Antipasto della Casa$18.00
A Variety of cured meats, Seasonal Pickled Vegetables, Mozzarella di Buffalo & Sliced Tomatoes
Polpette di Carne$13.00
House made Meatballs, Served with Tomato Sauce
Melenzane alla Milanese$13.00
Breaded and Fried Eggplants, Covered in Tomato & Basil sauce

Salad

Della Casa$13.00
Arugula Salad, Tossed in a House Dressing, with Roasted Walnuts and Goat Cheese
Rucola$12.00
Baby Green Arugula salad, Tossed In a Balsamic Reduction House dressing with Parmigiana Reggiano Shavings
Cesare$12.00
Hearts of Romaine Salad, Tossed in a House made Cesar dressing, Served with House made Garlic Crostini & Parmigiano

Soup

Mediterranea$13.00
Fish Soup Served with Clams, Mussels & Jumbo Shrimp
Velonese$9.00
Puree of Yukon Potatoes & Fresh Leeks, Drizzled with Truffle Oil
Pasta e Fagioli$9.00
Pasta, Served with House made Kidney Bean sauce

Pasta

Orecchiette con Rapini e Salsiccia$21.00
Oval Shaped Pasta, Sauteed with Garlic. Italian Sausage & Broccoli Rabe
Tagliatelle al Porcini$23.00
Egg noodle Pasta, Sauteed with a Reduction of Porcini Mushrooms, Topped with Truffle oil
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$20.00
House made Potato Gnocchi, Sauteed with a San Marzano Tomato sauce, Topped with Melted Mozzarella di Buffalo
Rigatoni all'Amatriciana$20.00
Rigatoni Pasta, Sauteed with Italian Bacon, Onions and San Marzano sauce
Linguini alle Vongole$24.00
Linguini Pasta, Sauteed with Little neck Clams in a Red OR white wine Sauce
Capellini Fra Diavolo con Gamberi$28.00
Angel Hair Pasta, Sauteed with Jumbo Garlic Shrimp in a spicy San Marzano sauce
Linguini Pescatore al Cartoccio$31.00
Linguini Pasta, Sauteed with Slow-Cooked Clams, Mussels, Scallops, Shrimp and Calamari, in a Light Tomato Fish Stock Reduction sauce
Pappardelle al Bolognese$20.00
Wide Egg noodle Pasta, Served with a Mixed Meat Ragu sauce
Lasagna Tradizionale$20.00
Homemade Lasagna Pasta, Layered with fresh Ricotta, Ground Meat and Oven Cooked in a Tomato Basil sauce
Ravioli del Giorno
Ravioli Pasta, Served Daily with a Variety of Seasonal Toppings
- MKT
Fettuccine con Panna$20.00
Fresh Spinach Fettuccine, Sautéed in a Cream Sauce with Parmigiano Cheese

Risotto

Tutto Mare$30.00
Imported Vialone nano Rice, Slow-Cooked I a light tomato white wine Sauce, Fresh Clams, Mussels & Shrimp
Funghi di Bosco$25.00
Imported Vialone nano Rice, Slow Cooked with wild Mushrooms and Drizzled with Truffle Oil

Fish

Spigola Cilena alla Positano$36.00
Market Fresh Chilean Sea Bass Seared, with Garlic white wine sauce, Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Capers & Cherry Tomatoes
Salmon al Limone$26.00
Seared Market Fresh Salmon, Lemon & Capers Served with a white wine Zinfandel sauce
Zuppa di Pesce$35.00
Market fresh Assorted Fish, Slow-Cooked to Perfection in a light Tomato Broth

Meats

Filetto di Manzo$38.00
Pan Seared Angus Filet Mignon, Served with a Pearl Onion & Raisin Sauce or white wine Gorgonzola Sauce
Scaloppine di Vitello al Vostro Gusto$30.00
Veal Scaloppine Made Just How You Like It
Costoletta di Vitello alla Valentino$49.00
Double French Cut Veal Chop, Grilled with House Spices, Topped with a red wine reduction
Osso Buco d'Angello$36.00
Slow Braised Lamb Shank, Served in a Demi-Glace Bola Sauce over a Bed of wild Mushroom Risotto
Angello Aromatico$40.00
Grilled Rack of Lamb, Encrusted with Rosemary & Garlic Finished with a Balsamic Reduction Sauce
Chicken Milanese$26.00
Organic breaded chicken cutlet topped with Baby Arugula Salad, extra virgin olive oil finished with Parmigiano Reggiano
Chicken Marsala$26.00
Organic Chicken Breast with Marsala Wine & Mushrooms
Chicken Francese$26.00
Organic Chicken Breast dipped in egg wash, sautéed with lemon, butter and wine
Pollo Val d'Ostana$27.00
Grain Fed Chicken, Topped with Prosciutto and Mozzarella Cheese, Served with a white wine Demi-Glace sauce

Evening Menu

Antipasti (Appetizers)

Tonno Tartar$16.00
sushi grade yellow fin tuna, marinated with sesame oil, over a bed of thinly sliced avocado
Pepata di Vongole e Cozze$14.00
spicy mussels or clams sautéed in a choice of white wine garlic or marinara sauce
Gamberi Serafina$15.00
seared jumbo shrimp flambéed in a spicy brandy sauce, over a bed of julienne vegetables
Carpaccio di Manzo$16.00
thin sliced cured filet mignon served with arugola, truffle oil and parmigiano reggiano shavings
Mozzarella in Carrozza$12.00
fresh breaded mozzarella served on a bed of tomato sauce
Burrata per Due$22.00
imported italian burrata cheese (for two), prosciutto di parma & sliced tomatoes topped with extra virgin olive oil
Caprese$15.00
sliced mozzarella di buffalo, served with mix greens and fresh roma tomatoes
Antipasto della Casa$16.00
a variety of cured meats, seasonal pickled vegetables, mozzarella di buffalo & sliced tomatoes
Polpette di Came$12.00
house made meat balls, served with tomato sauce
Melenzane alla Milanese$13.00
breaded and fried eggplants, covered in tomato & basil sauce

Insalate (Salads)

Della Casa$12.00
organic frisse salad, tossed in a house dressing, with roasted walnuts and goat cheese
Rucola$12.00
baby green arugola salad, tossed in a balsamic reduction house dressing, with parmigiano reggiano shavings
Cesare$10.00
hearts of romaine salad, tossed in a home made caesar dressing, served with house made garlic crostini & parmigiano

Zuppe (Soups)

Mediterranea$12.00
fish soup served with fresh clams, mussels & jumbo shrimp
Velonese$9.00
puree of yukon potatoes & fresh leaks, drizzled with truffle oil
Pasta e Fagioli$9.00
pasta, served with house made kidney bean sauce

Pesce (Fish)

Pesce del Giorno
catch of the day prepared chef suggestion
- MKT
Spigola Cilena alla Positano$36.00
market fresh chilean sea bass seared, with garlic white wine sauce, shrimp, mussels, clams capers & cherry tomatoes
Salmone al Limone$26.00
eared market fresh salmon, lemon & capers served with white wine zinfandel sauce
Granchio Fra Diavolo$33.00
alaskan king crab in spicy tomato sauce, over a bed of squid ink linguini & fra diavolo sauce
Zuppa di Pesce$35.00
market fresh assorted fish, slow-cooked to perfection in a light tomato broth

Pasta (Pasta)

Orecchiette con Rapini e Salsiccia$21.00
oval shaped pasta, sautéed with garlic, italian sausage & broccoli rabe
Tagliatelle al Porcini$23.00
egg noodle pasta, sautéed with a reduction of porcini mushrooms, topped with truffle oil
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$19.00
house made ricotta gnocchi, sautéed with a san marzano tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella di buffalo
Rigatoni all'Amatriciana$19.00
rigatoni pasta, sautéed with italian bacon, onions and san marzano sauce
Linguini alle Vongole$23.00
linguini pasta, sautéed with little neck clams in a red or white wine sauce
Capellini Fra Diavolo Cno Gamberi$26.00
angel hair pasta, sautéed with jumbo garlic shrimp in a spicy san marzano sauce
Linguini Pescatore al Cartoccio$30.00
linguini pasta, sautéed with slow-cooked clams, mussels, scallops, shrimp and calamari, in a light tomato fish stock reduction sauce
Pappardelle al Bolognese$19.00
wide egg noodle pasta, served with a mixed meat ragu sauce
Lasagna Tradizionale$19.00
homemade lasagna pasta, layered with fresh ricotta, ground meat and oven cooked in a tomato basil sauce
Ravioli del Giorno
ravioli pasta, served daily with a variety of seasonal toppings
- MKT
Fettuccine con Panna$19.00
fresh spinach fettuccine, sautéed in a cream sauce with parmigiano cheese

Risotti (Risotto)

Tutto Mare$29.00
imported vialone nano rice, slow-cooked in a light tomato white wine sauce, fresh clams, mussels & shrimp
Funghi di Bosco$24.00
imported vialone nano rice, slow-cooked with wild mushrooms and drizzled with truffle oil

Carne (Meats)

Filetto di Manzo$34.00
pan seared angus filet mignon, served with a pearl onion & raisin sauce or white wine gorgonzola sauce
Scaloppine di Vitello al Vostro Gusto$30.00
veal scaloppine made just how you like it
Osso Buco D'angello$32.00
slow braised lamb shank, served in a demi-glace bola sauce over a bed of wild mushroom risotto
Angello Aromatico$34.00
grilled rack of lamb, encrusted with rosemary & garlic finished with a balsamic reduction sauce
Pollo Val D'ostana$26.00
grain fed chicken, topped with prosciutto and mozzarella cheese, served with a white wine demi-glace sauce
Costoletta di Vitello alla Valentino$43.00
double french cut veal chop, grilled with house spices, topped with a red wine reduction

Day Menu

Specialties

Poached Pear Delight$11.00
pear poached in a marsella wine, stuffed with mascarpone & gorgonzola cheese with a side of prosciutto di parma
Smoked Salmon Roulee$13.00
smoked salmon stuffed with avocado, served over a bed of baby greens, (tossed in our house vinaigrette)
Grilled Assorted Vegetables$10.00
grilled market fresh vegetables, marinated &topped with a reduction balsamic vinaigrette

Salads

Endive & Radicchio Salad$11.00
endive & radicchio salad tossed in a campari vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$14.00
hearts of romaine salad, tossed in a home made caesar dressing, topped with grilled chicken and house made garlic crostini
Seared Tuna Salad$15.00
sesame encrusted yellow fin pan seared tuna, served over a bed of arugola salad (tossed in out house vinaigrette)

Grilled Sandwiches

Jardinière$10.00
sliced market fresh grilled vegetables
Pork Paillarda$13.00
thinly sliced grilled pork, served with roasted red peppers and melted provolone
Italian Sausage$11.00
home made, grilled italian sausage, served with house marinated eggplants & zucchinis
Meatballs & Mozzarella$12.00
house made meatballs, served with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella

What 2,715 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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MichelleT
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I judge a restaurant by their simple foods, soup, salad and a broccoli rabe side of its Italian. You nailed all 3.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sitting by the water is an excellent experience, and a great place for a date. The waiter staff were extremely attentive and the food was prepared professionally and came promptly- very nice ambience
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
First time there and everything was fantastic. The food was excellent. The service was great. Our table up against the rail by the deck on the water made it just that much more. We have been coming down here for years and had never been here. It’s tucked away and unless you knew it was there you wouldn’t find it. We will be back for sure.
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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DoloresA
Philadelphia
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely great food, atmosphere outside was beautiful and the service was wonderful !!!
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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mariejoseep
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Service was amazing, negroni’s also and food was good ! Very good experience overall!
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
JW
JulW
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Good food, remarkable ambiance, and outstanding service, especially Maya, no our server, went above and beyond, and made the evening memorable.
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Miami
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We made a reservation for thanksgiving and got a text to let us know our table was ready. When we arrived we were seated right away There were a lot of people but everyone was seated promptly. Our server Maya was very professional and attentive. She helped us with the wine selection as well as the food selections. We had a great experience. The food was very good We are locals who live very close by and will continue to visit Serafina. It never disappoints
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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WarrenE
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
I had a seat reserved at the bar. They said it’s not available when I arrived. They sat me at a table and I had a great meal. It’s not fun sitting at a table alone but I didn’t care.
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toledo
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience2
Walking by the back end of the kitchen and the bad smells on the sidewalk was the first turn-off. The wait staff was very pleasant but the all 4 meals and appetizers were tasteless unfortunately I’ve been there pre-Covid and was extremely pleased with the food. This time nothing had any flavor. The prices were high but the quality of the proteins dictated that more than anything. That part seemed fair. The preparation and end result flavor just wasn’t worth the $
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Daisey
Minneapolis
52 reviews
vip
5.0
52 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience4
Sarafina is SO good! It was my first Thanksgiving to eat out other than with family in a family home. And I am OLD My mood was somber. Sarafina came to the rescue. We were out-doors near the water, had a happy, friendly efficient server, the food was wonderful, and the guests were "dressed up", people were happy, cordial, and we were glad and thankful we chose Sarafina when I was missing family.
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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LindaP
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The octopus was incredible and the service was perfect. Reserve on the patio for awesome views of the water.
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was amazing! The food was excellent!
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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RERMD82
Atlanta
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The evening was awesome. Dining by the water, beautiful live vocalist, adept hostess and server and fab food!! If we lived here we would visit often!!
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Staff very friendly. Food was excellent. Entertainment was fun
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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BellaR
Fort Lauderdale
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was terrific
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
The service was great and the food was really good
Serafina by The WaterResponded 2 days agoThank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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Luv2Dine
Charlotte
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mia was our outstanding waitress. Professional, knowledgeable, attentive. The food is as over the top!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 22, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
DB
DaveB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and service!!! Everybody in our party said they want to come back.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 22, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
RS
RebeccaS
Denver
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great ambiance and delicious food! Service was great. Felt like food came really fast and I would have spread it out more between courses. Highly recommend this restaurant!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 22, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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keithh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Serafina is our favorite FTL restaurant! They deliver great food, great service and great atmosphere. The staff is friendly and helpful and always smiling. Thanks for all you do!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 22, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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CCKen
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place! Service and food is great and the view outstanding-right on the water.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 22, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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AraD
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall was great, service was excellent and food was delicious. Portions were appropriate
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 22, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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Liberty56
Los Angeles
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service were great like last time ( almost a week ago) however the only criticism is that the first basket of bread was old tasting ( we were one of the first tables of the night). The second basket was great. Otherwise a great dining experience.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 18, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 18, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
PS
PeterS
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
excellent, as usual
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 18, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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Sarahh
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2022
overall2food1service3ambience2
Food was mediocre. Only nice thing about this place is the view of the water.
CA
ChrisA
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and food as always. One of our favorite restaurants in Fort Lauderdale
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 18, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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DanA
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
What a hidden neighborhood gem. Their food is outstanding. Book early so you can be outside by the water. Impressive wine list and exceptional food. You pay for what you get. I look forward to the next time I visit the Ft. Lauderdale area. Service from Amelia was outstanding as she suggested the sauce for the Veal scallopini.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 15, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
DA
DaniA
Los Angeles
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Each of us got a pasta; Cappellini with shrimp, egg noodles Bolognese and Cappellini and marinara sauce. The only criticism I have is the marinara sauce was a bit watery. I like a thicker, robust tomato sauce. The waiter was super friendly and attentive. Very personable. I would recommend this place highly for atmosphere, food and value.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 15, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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ElaineB
New England
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience5
We’ve been here before and really enjoyed it so we came back. We had a very nice table next to the water. Our waiter was very nice. However, the food was just okay. We were disappointed. My husband ordered the fra Diablo. It’s supposed to be spicy it was not, very bland, felt like something was missing. I had the Mahi Mahi, it was okay but very salty. Maybe there was a different chef that day.
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irag
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall2food1service5ambience3
Food had way to much salt sent back and booth main dishes and they were taken off check
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Liberty56
Los Angeles
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and delicious food!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 15, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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CarolynZ
Tampa
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had such a great experience- the wait staff was wonderful. Food is just so on point. My daughter and I enjoyed our evening!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 15, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
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Holly
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took a double take when I saw the front of the restaurant, it was not what I expected but was pleasantly surprised once we got to the back of the restaurant. Waiters were attentive and the food was phenomenal! We went at lunch time and were a little disappointed they didn’t have a lunch menu (which had some lighter items on it) but they haven’t gone back to it since covid. However, we were not disappointed with our selections. Just a heavy lunch, with very large portions (should have split my entree with my mom). I definitely think the ambiance at night would be great as would the dinner! Beware parking can be tricky (not much of it).
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 15, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Excellent experience
E
Edward
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
I’ve dined here six or seven times in the last two years and love the place. Last night was a one off, so I hope. Felt ignored by the server, my order ( which I’ve had twice before) was ‘meh’. Ate half and took the rest with me, reconsidered , then tossed it before getting in the car. In all prior visits we raved about the meal. Just a bad night ? 🤞.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful dinner and excellent service. The food was delicious and the waitstaff work collaboratively.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 10, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
R
Robin
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fabulous dinner. It was a first time here but not the last. We tried some basic dishes: meatballs, eggplant Parmesan. Vongole in white sauce and veal milanaise on a bed on arugula. We paired it with a reasonably priced super Tuscan. Food was amazing. Food was served piping hot, sauces were rich and flavorful and the arugula salad was out of this world. Service was professional and attentive. Definitely worth a visit if you have not been here before.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 10, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
LR
LarryR
Fort Lauderdale
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Serafina always deliver a wonderful dining experience. It is one of our favorite Fort Lauderdale restaurants. Specials are always creative and standard menu is classic.
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 10, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!
BV
BobV
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fabulous. Wanted to return but had to leave FL early. Next time for sure!
Serafina by The WaterResponded on November 15, 2022Thank you for the review, we greatly appreciate it and hope to see you soon!

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 2715 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 1, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(954) 463-2566

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
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

Website
http://www.serabythewater.com/
Phone number
(954) 463-2566
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
Private party contact
Private Event Coordinator : (866) 954-1924

Serafina by The Water

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

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Wine Wednesday

Charred Octopus

Tiramisu

Osso Buco d'Angello

Dinner Menu

Appetizers

Tonno Tartar$18.00

Pepata di Vongole e Cozze$16.00

Gamberi Serafina$19.00

Carpaccio di Manzo$17.00

Mozzarella in Carozza$14.00

Burrata per Due$23.00

Caprese$16.00

Antipasto della Casa$18.00

Polpette di Carne$13.00

Melenzane alla Milanese$13.00

Salad

Della Casa$13.00

Rucola$12.00

Cesare$12.00

Soup

Mediterranea$13.00

Velonese$9.00

Pasta e Fagioli$9.00

Pasta

Orecchiette con Rapini e Salsiccia$21.00

Tagliatelle al Porcini$23.00

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$20.00

Rigatoni all'Amatriciana$20.00

Linguini alle Vongole$24.00

Capellini Fra Diavolo con Gamberi$28.00

Linguini Pescatore al Cartoccio$31.00

Pappardelle al Bolognese$20.00

Lasagna Tradizionale$20.00

Ravioli del Giorno

Fettuccine con Panna$20.00

Risotto

Tutto Mare$30.00

Funghi di Bosco$25.00

Fish

Spigola Cilena alla Positano$36.00

Salmon al Limone$26.00

Zuppa di Pesce$35.00

Meats

Filetto di Manzo$38.00

Scaloppine di Vitello al Vostro Gusto$30.00

Costoletta di Vitello alla Valentino$49.00

Osso Buco d'Angello$36.00

Angello Aromatico$40.00

Chicken Milanese$26.00

Chicken Marsala$26.00

Chicken Francese$26.00

Pollo Val d'Ostana$27.00

Evening Menu

Antipasti (Appetizers)

Tonno Tartar$16.00

Pepata di Vongole e Cozze$14.00

Gamberi Serafina$15.00

Carpaccio di Manzo$16.00

Mozzarella in Carrozza$12.00

Burrata per Due$22.00

Caprese$15.00

Antipasto della Casa$16.00

Polpette di Came$12.00

Melenzane alla Milanese$13.00

Insalate (Salads)

Della Casa$12.00

Rucola$12.00

Cesare$10.00

Zuppe (Soups)