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Serafina by The Water

4.5 (3990)
$31 to $50
Italian
926 Notheast 20th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
“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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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 : (954) 463-2566
  • 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

  • Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    Come Enjoy Brunch on the Water at Serafina, $17.00 all you can drink Mimosas and Bellini's! No better way to spend your Saturday and Sunday. Make Reservations now while they last!

  • Martini Madness

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
    Join us every Thursday for an exquisite Happy Hour experience at our fine dining Italian restaurant, perfectly situated on the waterfront. Indulge in the serene ambiance as you savor our delightful $8 martinis, expertly crafted to enhance your evening. Come and experience the magic of Thursday nights with us, where every sip and every moment is designed to delight.

  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
    50% off any bottle up to $80.00 and $8 Glasses of Wine on Select House Wines every Wednesday between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm!

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Menu

Serafina by The Water's menu was last updated on 11/7/2023.

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What 3,990 people are saying

Serafina by The Water 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Fort Lauderdale

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Neighborhood gem

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Romantic

  • Fort Lauderdale Central

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Serafina by The Water offers a charming waterfront dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests love the "authentic Italian cuisine" and "beautiful setting." While the atmosphere is praised for its "romantic" and "quaint" qualities, some reviews note occasional service delays. Overall, a "hidden gem" for Italian food lovers.
3,990 Reviews

  1. Larry

    West Palm Beach1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and our waitress were outstanding It really was the best dinner we had during our stay in Fort Lauderdale

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  2. Anthony

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a 100/10! Our table was right alongside the water outside and had nice lighting. The food was very filling and delicious, and the cocktail drinks were perfect. I RSVP and included in the notes that it was going to be a surprise engagement. The general manager, Nona, was great with coordinating the special moment and recorded my proposal to my now fiancé! It was definitely a memorable moment for us and we will be back!

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  3. Maryann

    New York City21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Delicious food and service good! Building needs work as pulled up it looked like a dump but I’m glad we went in

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  4. Juan

    Washington, D.C. Area37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waterfront setting is nice. The salmon dish was yummy. The “Della Casa” salad was delicious and pretty. The service by our server Tony and the hostess Lara was great. We will come back. I recommend it.

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  5. Michael

    Greensboro / Winston Salem / Highpoint10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden Gem on the Intracostal. Magnificent food, great staff.

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  6. Jerrold W. VIP

    Fort Lauderdale32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful quiet waterside dining experience with excellent, professional, friendly service -- an unexpected oasis in the midst of Ft. Lauderdale's city center! Great food!

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  7. Kumar

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    This place was far below expectations. Food was average, it’s almost run down. Wouldn’t recommend this one

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  8. Thomas

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Our food was excellent and we enjoy this restaurant and have been going there since its beginnings. The meal was outstanding but the service while staring out great really dropped off as the night. We spend long periods of time without our server even stopping at our table to check check on us. We saw her but she just forgot about us, so when she finally stopped by we were just ready to go as we were well past considering dessert or an after dinner drink. First bad service experience we ever had there.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Fort Lauderdale1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Had to send back appetizer , octopus was not good. Main course was salty

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  10. Ara

    Toronto / Ontario13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasty meals, excellent service and enjoyable atmosphere

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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 4.5 stars by 3990 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Fort Lauderdale
  4. Fort Lauderdale Central
  5. Victoria Park

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Serafina by The Water

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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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 : (954) 463-2566

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