Serafina West 105th

Set along Broadway between Riverside Park and Central Park, this neighborhood Italian dining room pairs its oven-baked fare with hearty plates like braised beef with mashed potatoes, burrata, and pastas running from orecchiette with sausage to penne with vodka sauce and salmon. Pizza options stretch beyond the basics to specialty toppings like artichokes, pesto, and mushrooms. The dining room accommodates weeknight drop-ins alongside private gatherings of up to 160 guests, supported by quick table service and straightforward accommodation for service animals.