Serafina Italian Restaurant Always Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Serafina Italian Restaurant Always, where authentic Italian cuisine meets a vibrant dining experience in the heart of New York City. Located at 33 E 61st St, this restaurant offers a warm and casual atmosphere, perfect for families and groups alike.

The menu features a delightful array of antipasti like the Bruschetta with fresh tomatoes and basil, and Fried Calamari served with a homemade spicy tomato dip. For something heartier, indulge in the Homemade Meatballs, topped with Parmigiano Reggiano, or the decadent Eggplant Parmigiana.

Fresh salads such as the Classic Caesar and the Brussel Sprout Salad offer lighter options, while the full bar complements your meal perfectly. With outdoor seating and delivery services, Serafina provides versatility for every occasion. Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience where every dish tells a story!

Antipasti

Bruschetta

Toasted bread with fresh tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil & touch of garlic

$13.00

Calamari

Fried calamari served with our homemade spicy tomato dip

$17.00

Meatballs

Homemade meatballs topped with Parmigiano Reggiano, served with tomato sauce, basil & toasted bread

$17.00

Bresaola

Cured filet mignon, arugula, Parmigiano Reggiano, mixed mushrooms & extra virgin olive oil

$19.00

Eggplant Parmigiana

Eggplant, "fior di latte" mozzarella, homemade tomato sauce & Parmigiano Reggiano

$22.00

Buffalo Mozzarella

Tomatoes & basil

$18.00

Italian Burrata

With cherry tomatoes

$22.00

Prosciutto & Burrata

Italian burrata & Prosciutto di Parma

$24.00

Classic Antipasti

Mozzarella & Burrata

Mista Verde

Fresh seasonal greens & lemon vinaigrette

$14.00

Di Sofia

Classic Caesar with Parmigiano Reggiano

$16.00

Arugula e Parmigiano

Baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano & fig vinaigrette

$19.00

Brussel Sprout Salad

Thinly sliced Brussel sprouts, avocado, Parmigiano Reggiano & fresh lemon

$19.00

Insalata di Porto Cervo

Romaine, carrots, hearts of palm, avocado, corn & oregano-lemon dressing

$20.00

Goat Cheese & Spinach Salad

Honey, roasted pine nuts & balsamic vinaigrette

$20.00

Serafina Chicken Salad

Free range chicken breast, romaine, mesclun, sun dried tomatoes, raisins, pine nuts & pesto dressing

$21.00

Avocado San Pietro

Baby shrimp, arugula, grape tomatoes, cannellini beans & Champagne mustard sauce

$22.00

Arugula e Filetto

Diced seared filet mignon, baby arugula & shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

$26.00

Penne al Pomodoro

Homemade tomato sauce & basil

$19.00

Spaghetti Aglio & Olio "Al Pacino"

Extra virgin olive oil, red pepper, garlic & Parmigiano Reggiano

$21.00

Penne alla Vodka

Homemade tomato sauce with a splash of vodka & cream

$21.00

Lasagna al Forno

With our homemade meat sauce

$22.00

Cacio e Pepe

Pecorino Romano, crushed black pepper & extra virgin olive oil

$22.00

Paglia e Fieno

Homemade fettuccine, tomato sauce, cream, basil & Parmigiano Reggiano

$22.00

Tagliolini al Pollo

Free-range chicken breast, cream, peas & mushrooms

$22.00

Spaghetti Carbonara

Pancetta, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, eggs & black pepper

$23.00

Rigatoni alla Bolognese

With our homemade meat sauce

$24.00

Pasta

Classic

Orecchiette

Spicy sausage & broccoli rabe

$23.00

Farfalle al Limoncello

Bow tie pasta, baby shrimp, cream & lemon zest

$23.00

Tagliolini al Tartufo Nero

Italian black truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano & butter

$35.00

Ravioli alla Salvia

Spinach & ricotta ravioli served with butter & sage

$20.00

Ravioli ai Porcini

Ricotta porcini ravioli sautéed with porcini mushrooms

$24.00

Ravioli Degli Innamorati

Heart-shaped lobster ravioli in a lobster bisque sauce

$27.00

Risotto Porcini

(Please allow 15 min) Carnaroli rice with porcini mushrooms

$29.00

Risotto Tartufo & Prosecco

(Please allow 15 min) Carnaroli rice with Prosecco & black truffle

$30.00

Serafina Gourmet

Secondi Piatti

Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti squash with sautéed mixed vegetables, pine nuts & tomato sauce

$24.00

Atlantic Salmon

Grilled, served with lentils, baby spinach & bearnaise sauce

$29.00

Branzino ai Cherry Tomatoes

Sautéed in white wine, served with cherry tomatoes, roasted potatoes & asparagus

$32.00

Vegetarian

Fish

Serafina Burger

Double R Ranch beef, mozzarella or gorgonzola, avocado, caramelized onions & French fries

$24.00

Chicken Breast Paillard

Free range chicken breast with arugula & tomatoes

$26.00

Chicken Milanese

Sautéed breaded chicken with arugula tomatoes & basil

$29.00

Steak & Fries

Grilled, 10oz free range, grass fed Double R Ranch sirloin, served with fries

$34.00

Filet Mignon alla Griglia

Grilled, 7 oz free range, grass fed Double R Ranch filet mignon, served with vegetables & potatoes

$39.00

Cestino di Focaccia

Baked with herbs

$9.00

Nonna Mash

Classic mashed potatoes

$9.00

Roasted Potatoes

$9.00

French Fries

$9.00

Sautéed Spinach

$9.00

Sautéed Broccoli

$9.00

Meat

Pizza

Marinara

Tomato, oregano & garlic

$16.00

Margherita

Tomato, mozzarella, basil & olives

$20.00

Napoletana

Tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, capers & basil

$21.00

V.I.P. Margherita

Tomato, "fior di latte" mozzarella & basil

$22.00

D.O.C. Margherita

Tomato, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano & cherry tomatoes

$23.00

Regina Margherita

Tomato, buffalo mozzarella & basil

$24.00

Bianca

Mozzarella, fontina, baby arugula & shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

$21.00

Formaggi d'Italia

Mozzarella, fontina, Parmigiano Reggiano & gorgonzola

$22.00

Ai Porcini

Italian porcini mushrooms & herbs

$26.00

Tartufo Nero

Our secret recipe, a bouquet of Italian cheeses & black truffle

$30.00

Italian Classica

Gourmet di Serafina

Alle Erbe

Tomato, fresh garden herbs, olives & Parmigiano Reggiano

$17.00

Portofino

Tomato, mozzarella, homemade pesto & pine nuts

$22.00

Ai Funghi

Tomato, mozzarella & mushrooms

$22.00

Di Fabio

Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma & chopped tomatoes

$23.00

All' Uovo

Tomato, mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, sliced tomatoes & one egg

$24.00

4 Stagioni

Tomato, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, pesto & prosciutto di Parma

$24.00

Super Vegan

Tomato, artichokes, mushrooms & broccoli rabe

$24.00

Di Serafina

Originali

Il Cestino

Focaccia baked with herbs

$9.00

Leggera

"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes & basil

$20.00

Ligure

"Fior di latte" mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, prosciutto di Parma & basil

$22.00

Il Tiramisù

Lady fingers, mascarpone, espresso & cocoa dusting on top. Just like Grandma used to make, maybe better. Contains hazelnut & peanut oil

$12.00

The Chocolate Sensation

7 chocolate layers with hazelnut cream & hazelnut crunch, served with fresh whipped cream. Contains hazelnut & peanut oil

$12.00

Foccacia alla Nutella

Special nutella sauce & strawberries. Perfect to share. Contains hazelnut & peanut oil

$16.00

La Focaccia

Wine

Pinot Grigio, Fantinel Riserva, Seravino

$12.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Reserve Seravino

$13.00

Chardonnay, Seravino, Tuscany

$14.00

Vermentino Toscano, Seravino

$14.00

Sancerre, Les Vignes du Baron, Loire

$16.00

Chardonnay, Sonoma Cutrer

$16.00

Montepulciano, Arche

$12.00

Malbec, Antigal Uno, Seravino, Mendoza

$13.00

Chianti Riserva DOCG Tenuta Il Palazzo

$14.00

Pinot Noir, Lyric Etude, Santa Barbara

$15.00

Merlot, La Roncaia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia

$15.00

Cabernet Sauv, St. Francis, Seravino, Napa Valley

$15.00

Super Tuscan, Under the Tuscan Sun

$16.00

White by the Glass

Red by the Glass

Chateau Pigoudet Reserve, Seravino, Provence

$14.00

Seravino Prosecco, Riserva Fantinel

$13.00

Seravino Rosé, Brut Riserva Fantinel

$14.00

Veuve Clicquot, Brut "Yellow Label"

$20.00

Veuve Clicquot, Rosé

$24.00

Rosé by the Glass

White Wine

Seravino, Fantinel Riserva, Pinot Grigio

$48.00

Seravino, Tenuta Il Palazzo, Chardonnay

$53.00

Seravino, Vermentino Toscano

$55.00

Villa Sparina, Gavi di Gavi

$55.00

Antinori, Bramito, Chardonnay

$57.00

Livio Felluga, Pinot Grigio

$67.00

La Scolca, Gavi di Gavi, Black Label

$95.00

Antinori, Castello della Sala, Cervaro

$120.00

Les Vignes du Baron, Sancerre, Loire

$69.00

Seravino, Malbec, Antigal Uno, Mendoza

$58.00

Italian

French

Charles Krug, Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley

$58.00

Sonoma Cutrer, Russian River, Chardonnay

$60.00

Far Niente, Chardonnay, Napa Valley

$99.00

Seravino, Reserve, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

$53.00

Cloudy Bay, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

$85.00

Seravino, Chateau Pigoudet Reserve, Provence

$60.00

American

Red Wine

Seravino, Tenuta Il Palazzo, Chianti Riserva DOCG

$55.00

Seravino, Under the Tuscan Sun, Super Tuscan

$64.00

La Roncaia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Merlot

$65.00

Antinori, Peppoli, Chianti Classico DOCG

$68.00

Antinori, Brunello di Montalcino

$120.00

Pio Cesare, Barolo

$129.00

Lyric Etude, Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara

$58.00

St. Francis, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

$64.00

Etude, Pinot Noir, Carneros Estate

$95.00

Joseph Phelps, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

$129.00

Argentinian

Rosé

Krug

$375.00

Louis Roederer, Cristal

$495.00