Serafina

Serafina

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Located along Eastlake, just north of Downtown Seattle, Serafina opened its doors in 1991 as Seattle's intimate neighborhood restaurant. Its ochre walls, reminiscent of the Tuscan landscape, its romantic, sultry atmosphere 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 is about staying connected to each other, to the past, to the earth.

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The Scene
On any given night, families, neighbors and lovers crowd this dim, candlelit space. Couples and singles crowd the cozy bar while waiting for a table in the relaxed dining room--or better yet, on the romantic garden patio. Service is casual, but consistently warm and knowledgeable; they keep up nicely with the seasonally-changing menu.

The Food
Don't miss the house-made agnolotti pasta, filled with braised pork shoulder and savoy cabbage, tossed in a butter-chive sauce. Portly pasta portions are served with heavy spicing and robust flavors. Entrees often prove a better bet: thinly sliced eggplant rolled with ricotta cheese and herbs, served on delicate cappellini with red sauce.