Serena Pastificio
Italian restaurant · Atlanta ·

Serena Pastificio

Italian restaurant · Atlanta ·

Italian comfort food, pasta station, cocktails, zeppole, tiramisu

beautiful interior
excellent service
handmade pasta
attentive staff
lobster ravioli
crab ravioli
great cocktails
outdoor patio
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1197 Peachtree St NE Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30361 Get directions

$10–20

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Restroom
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Dinner reservations recommended
Cozy

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1197 Peachtree St NE Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30361 Get directions

+1 470 893 8526
serena-pastificio.com
@serenapastificio

$10–20 · Menu

Features

•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Dinner reservations recommended
•Cozy
•Dressy
•Romantic

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Jan 14, 2026

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"An Italian restaurant adjacent to a dine-in movie theater at Colony Square centers its menu on handmade pasta and classic Italian dishes, including fettuccine alla bolognese (beef, pork, pancetta), mezzelune di aragosta stuffed with lobster, ricotta, and mozzarella, and veal milanese. The beverage program features cocktails and a globally sourced wine list. The dining room seats about 230 guests, with additional patio seating and a private dining room; the restaurant opens for dinner daily at 4 p.m., offers a weekday happy hour, and weekend brunch beginning at 11 a.m." - Beth McKibben

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IPIC Dine-In Movie Theater Opens at Colony Square in Midtown, Atlanta | Eater Atlanta

"This on-site Italian restaurant and bar next to the dine-in theater is scheduled to open early next year and will offer dine-in service and takeout; however, its menu will not be available to order from inside the adjacent movie auditoriums." - Beth McKibben

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Melissa E.

Google
This was a great place. We initially saw it by our hotel and wanted to go because it's my daughter's name, but surprised they had a brunch menu and excited to try it. Beautiful interior, great staff and food. Brandon was amazing, so attentive and helpful. He even laughed with us for our photo shoot and had great recommendations. The food was tasty. Will definitely visit again when we come back to Atlanta. Must have the zeppole, Italian donuts with lemon curd sauce. SO GOOD.

Lucy M.

Google
We had our rehearsal dinner & welcome party here, and it was fantastic for private events! Kelsey was so responsive during the entire event-planning process. The team printed menus for each of our guests. The outdoor patio served as a great holding-area while welcome party guests arrived, but we were still finishing rehearsal dinner speeches inside. Once the rehearsal dinner ended, we opened up the large patio door to allow flow between the inside & outside patio. The food was fantastic--we got multiple compliments from guests on how yummy dinner was! We are so happy we decided on Serena Pastificio for Friday of our wedding weekend.

Anisha A.

Google
Serena Pastificio is a very beautiful restaurant and a perfect spot for a date night. The ambience is warm, elegant, and inviting. While the vegetarian options are limited, whatever is available is absolutely amazing, superb quality and full of flavor. That said, if you prefer a wider variety or are picky about vegetarian Italian dishes, this place might not be for you. Overall, a lovely experience for the food they do offer and the atmosphere they create.

Ekaterina S.

Google
We came to Serena for dinner before the symphony because the menu looked exciting and it was walking distance. Let's dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly: The good: The interior is lovely and large. The decor was pleasant and the noise level was moderate. We were seated in a section of 2 tops and were a bit too close to the tables around us. Also, the staff was friendly and kind. The bad: The service was lack-luster at best. The table was not cleared of unnecessary glassware, it was not crumbed or wiped (was sticky), the silverware was not reset, and we had to ask for share plates after our dishes arrived. Our server was nice, but seemed under-supported or overwhelmed. The ugly: I hate to say this, but the food was not good. The bread service was stale, the quail was too salty to have more than a couple bites, and we had to send back the gnocchi because not only did it look horrific (like poop!) but also just didn't taste good at all. The seafood pasta was decent, but had a very strong garlic flavor (which I didn't mind, but wouldn't return for). The tiramisu was nothing to rave home about. Overall, it felt like the menu was an afterthought and that all the budget went into the location and decor. Maybe it was an off night? Maybe the menu was made by chatgpt? I hate to be so harsh, but as an Italian restaurant you open yourself up to plenty of competition around the city, and Serena unfortunately just doesn't make the cut.

Duane T.

Google
Went with my wife and a friend. Our experience was a mixed bag of great, good/average, and not so good. Great = The atmosphere, decorations, restaurant staff. It’s a beautifully decorated space - great interior decoration, extremely clean and well decorated bathrooms, and the staff we encountered were all extremely welcoming and friendly. The good/average = The food. The food good but not great - nothing special. The food looks good (photos included) and our friend enjoyed hers more than my wife and I. We both agreed - all in all - average. The not so good = the nickel-and-dime approach. We went for lunch, most restaurants give you bread, after 15 minutes or so - no bread, so I asked. Was told for dinner bread is included, but for lunch - table bread is $3.00 per serving. What?!! $3.00?? For bread?! They charge $3 for something every other restaurant includes… $3 for something that likely cost them at maximum no more than 0.50 cents!? And probably not even that. The waitress told us she gave us two “loaves” - I guess the $3 should only include one “loaf” but she gave us two. Now one “loaf” is approx 5x5” piece of focaccia bread cut into 4-5 pieces. Enough for 2 people so I guess that’s why she gave us two (one extra out of kindness). All in all - $3 for what should be given in good customer service and, “You’re paying $30-50 per person so the least we can do is include a .50 cent piece of bread.” Not them - Absolutely ridiculous!! That is the epitome of nickel and diming your customers! My wife and I later agreed we will never return. Too many other options we have to try in Colony Square.

S B.

Google
Came here to celebrate my birthday but was unfortunately disappointed. We made a reservation and stayed for about two hours and within the two hours we had 3 separate issues—none of which were addressed appropriately. 1. We ordered an appetizer that was run to the wrong table. The table next to us was a little confused but still accepted it thinking it was part of their entree. Rather than fixing the issue quickly, the waitress noticed this after we had finished our other appetizer and as our entrees were supposedly almost ready (we waited a good 10-15min more after). All that was said was “I’m sorry do you still want it?” 2. When I received my carbonara it was cold and already congealed into a brick of cheese. My partner had to hunt down the waiter and we ended up waiting another 15 minutes for them to return what looked like even more congealed reheated pasta. For reference, I was able to flip the whole chunk of pasta by entirely over in one piece without it losing its shape. Also, the waiter that returned my fixed pasta was oddly rude about it. 3. When I finally left after being disappointed, ends up the restaurant didn’t properly validate my parking and I ended up having to pay $27 just to leave. I had to call Colony Square parking the next day but it’s still pending and not a good topping on the cake especially after spending $300 and the aforementioned instances. In conclusion, I’d rather have spent the special occasion and money on a big-toe massage machine because I’d at least have something left.

CMH

Google
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This place was exceptional. It's beautiful on the inside — very calm, kind of moody and romantical cute 💕✨. I sat at the bar and was helped by two different providers — they were amazing 🙌. The customer service was impeccable. Then I ate the food and what a wonderful mouth party that was 😋🔥. I had mushrooms and a ravioli and the sweet potato crème brûlée.. Mercy.. 🤤 You should go — it's fantastic 😍🍷.

Jemma Y.

Google
First of all, this restaurant is very pretty. It has an atmosphere that makes you think it will serve organic food, and it is clean and stylish, but it also has a cozy atmosphere like a home. The server was friendly and the host was also friendly, but the food came out quite late. Maybe it was a weekday lunch. The restaurant was not full, but the server was late. In addition, most of the pasta and ravioli we ordered were a bit salty and did not meet our expectations. The mocktail was pretty, but it did not taste that good. However, the panini was very delicious. The bread was very well-baked, and the handmade potato chips were also quite delicious.
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Joy C.

Yelp
Serena Pastifico is an amazing Italian restaurant located in Colony Square. My wife and I were craving a happy hour, and a quick google search led us here. Parking is available in the garage for a fee. We opted to sit on the patio as it was unseasonably warm. The greenery, plentiful seating, and view of the green space were refreshing. The beautiful setup of tables under a small canopy was a lovely place to sit and chat with nice weather! We were seated promptly and perused the menu, and settled on a few appetizers and drinks. Our server was kind and efficient; she offered us some iced waters as we waited. We ordered the beef bruschetta sliders, prosciutto focaccia, and heirloom tomato salad. All of the food was fresh and delicious. I would order any of them again. I'll be back!
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Liz H.

Yelp
Several friends, a dozen or so, dined here in the Fall of 2025. We were seated quickly and comfortably at a large table. Orders were taken, appetizers and drinks arrived. The restaurant was busy, crowded, but apparently well staffed. Though unlikely, it seemed that our table had dedicated staff: glasses were quickly refilled, empty plates removed. We were there a couple of hours, a most enjoyable evening, Highly recommended!
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Rachel S.

Yelp
This is a delicious Italian restaurant located in Colony Square. My cousins and I had a little time here on our visit to ATL before heading back home - just enough for some takeout! After checking out their menu, we found ourselves drooling and realized it was worth a visit. We were able to walk in and place a takeout order for the fondutelli with truffle and the meatballs to share. Since we were close by as they opened, they offered us some iced waters as we waited at one of their patio tables for our food. There is a gorgeous setup of tables under a small canopy right in the middle of Colony Square, a lovely place to sit and chat with nice weather! Our food soon came out and we found a nearby table to dig in. The fondutelli was one of the tastiest pastas I've ever had in my life! The sauce was so rich and flavorful, and the pasta was fantastic. The meatball base was similarly delicious, and came with lovely large meatballs! We savored every last bite, it was all so good. I did a little Googling soon after to see if they have any Texas locations, but alas they do not. All you lucky Atlanta and Boca Raton folks - take advantage of this lovely establishment! I can only add that I will insist on visiting here whenever I next find myself in Atlanta!
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Christa C.

Yelp
We had a talent acquisition team dinner at Serena Pastificio with my colleague from NY, TX and CA. Although I frequent a few restaurants and the food hall here at Colony Square it was my 1st time trying this place. We went on a Thursday evening, it wasn't busy even with a reservation so we were sat immediately on the patio. Our server greeted us quickly and brought water. We all ordered cocktails and they were really good. For appetizers we got Mussels, Calamari and Brussel Sprouts and a Salad. We all agreed the appetizers were delicious. For our entrees we ordered the Short Rib Pasta, they were out of pappardelle so we swapped it for fettuccine. We got the mascarpone on the side. The pasta was decent. Not a lot of flavor but the cheese helped along with salt and pepper. The Branzino had no seasoning at all. Not a drop of salt or anything remotely close to taste. The fish itself had too many bones and I spent more time picking them out of my mouth than actually chewing the fish. The only good thing was the tomatoes on the plate made a nice addition to the short rib pasta. My boss had a different pasta dish with vegetables and liked it. For dessert we ordered cheesecake and the chocolate moon which were both really amazing. All in all the apps, cocktails and desserts were the best thing. Service was really good as well. Everyone worked together to make each guests experience a good one. Of the entrees were worked on a bit more if def return for them but for now I'll stick with Forza Storico for my pasta and Branzino.
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Talesha C.

Yelp
We came here on a Tuesday for dinner and didn't have a reservation. We were seated quickly; however, I do recommend getting a recommendation because we did have a time limit on our table and I don't think we would have if we'd had a reservation. Our waiter, Xavier, was amazing. Very helpful with the menu and very good at his job. Because of him I had the Short Rib Pappardelle and it was so good. I loved how thick the noodles were and the short rib, surprisingly, made the dish work. So good. It did start getting packed around 7:30 and we got there around 6pm. I did not know it would be jumping that much on a Tuesday.
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Qi Quan L.

Yelp
My friend brought me here for dinner. It seems like a good spot for dates or social gathering. It doesn't get too loud. To start I had the Estate Rossa, which is a non-alcoholic beverage. I appreciate the pink peppercorn bringing another level to the ginger beer and hint of blackberry, definitely a great refresher for a hot day. We shared the caprese, which was fresh, but nothing special about it. My entrée was the gnocchetti with sausage, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The pasta was perfectly el dente and the spicy sausage paired excellently with the sheep cheese and butter sauce! Definitely would return!
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Andrea F.

Yelp
Everything was amazing We started with m appetizer of meatballs and continue our meal
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Ashley L.

Yelp
I work down the street from Colony Square and a vendor I work with wanted to go to lunch and I suggested here because I heard so many amazing things. I'm so happy that everything I heard was true plus more. First of all when you walk in, the restaurant is absolutely beautiful! The decor is just so nice. Staff was very welcoming. The food was really good. My friend and I started off with a Caesar salad and we split it. It was really good and dressed well. A couple of other people had the caprese and they said it was probably like the best thing they've ever had. I've had the fettuccine Bolognese and it was superb. 100% would come back to this place.
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Celia Monique W.

Yelp
My friends and I went here this past Saturday. While they had been here plenty of times, it was my first! Let me just start off by saying, I was blown away by everything about this place. The ambiance, just wow. I was so impressed honestly. The first two words that came to mind, were beautiful, clean, and made you feel like you were on vacation. The lighting was perfect, and the restaurant seemed very well kept. The service? 10/10 off the bat. We were greeted immediately with warmth and a smile, and surprisingly we were sat right away considering it was the weekend. Our server was Mallory, she was truly the BEST. I always appreciate when servers are patient with you, especially if you're dining in for the first time and have a bunch of questions or are asking for suggestions. For drinks, I ordered my very first espresso martini! it came with a cute postcard on it, it was so delicious and so much better than what I expected it to taste like. We also ordered the Brulé old fashioned (yum btw), the Norma Jean, and the Sugar Spice and everything nice. Best drinks I've had in awhile, the quality was giving exactly what it was supposed to. For our starters, we ordered the Olive E Formaggio, the Focaccia con Fungi E Guanciale, the Spiedini Di Agnello, and the Mozzarella Affumicata Fritta Con Acciughe Al pomodoro. (see pics for better description) The only dish I wasn't the craziest about was the Spiedini Di Agnello (which was the lamb) otherwise everything else was a 10/10... but let me tell you what was a 20/10 -that BOLOGNESE OMGGGGGGGGGG. I have not stopped talking about it since, ya'll it was SOOOO good! Again, I really was impressed with Serena Pastificio. The service, the food, the drinks, the aura, truly just exceptional. This is not only going to be a place I return to, but a place I will take my out-of-town visitors to as well, and that is saying a lot.
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Jocelyn K.

Yelp
The interior is very clean and aesthetic - solid choice for a GNO, dinner date, etc on paper. My friend and I had a reservation for 7:45pm on a Wednesday and were seated right away. It looked like a busy night for the restaurant, so we expected some potential slowdowns in service and/or food. It ended up taking over 30 minutes for our food to come out (we had a following reservation we needed to make as well - which we built in buffer time for - and we barely made it on time), but gratefully the complimentary bread held us over for a bit. It was also fairly difficult to flag down a staff member while we were waiting to even get a refill on water. Nonetheless, the bread was fluffy and flavorful, a delicious bite especially paired with the oil/balsamic they gave us. The pasta was decent, but I wouldn't say it was anything mind blowing. Carbonara: this intrigued me with the kale sauce and bits of asparagus. The flavor was solid and noodles were cooked well. However, it was a bit dry - I felt myself wanted to reach for an additional sauce.
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Carolina G.

Yelp
Amazing so so so so so good. I love the crab ravioli it's so filling and fresh yet delicious
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Sean M.

Yelp
This was a highly disappointing experience. We were a group of 9, and we got seated fairly quickly. The place looked really nice and we thought we had found a great place for dinner. That was certainly going to change by the time we finished up. Unknown to us, it's "company policy" to not split checks anything past 4 ways. That doesn't work when there are 9 of you paying your own bills. And, that was not communicated before we started the meal. Management would not budge - it's "just our policy." On top of that, it was a very expensive meal. I added 1 meatball to my spaghetti. (It really wasn't that big, either.) That was $5. The Old Fashioned I had with dinner? That ran me $21. Honestly - for the aggravation of not being able to split the bill and the way overpriced nature of the food, this was such a disappointing visit. I can't see me ever recommending this place or ever going back.
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Tiyenne G.

Yelp
Another great dining experience in Atlanta. I set up a group dinner for myself and some colleagues. This place came recommended and it didn't disappoint. Service was top notch and the vibe of the restaurant was very pleasant. Nice spot for date night or group outings. We ordered a bunch of appetizers for the table but I didn't snap photos. My favorite was the Brussels sprouts. I drank an espresso martini and had the Seafood Risotto for my entree. No room for dessert, but there's always next time
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J J.

Yelp
Much better experience. Good was fresh and service was great. The bar was a great place to enjoy the restaurant and the food was quick and delicious. They seem to have found their groove.
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Matthew H.

Yelp
Salmon and lentils. The salmon was cooked great and presentation was also good. I would have preferred some type of glaze to add a bit more flavor to the dish but not overwhelm the palate. We had a fun night at this restaurant and the drinks are This was also the night of the water main break and they were still going strong.
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Jessica W.

Yelp
Had a great experience at Serena Pastifico. I came with a large group and we were all well accommodated. Everyone seemed to enjoy their pasta dishes and I loved the linguini with clams. It tasted very fresh and the pasta had great texture. The only reason for the four stars is that the desserts didn't fully live up to expectations. The chocolate moon was pretty good, but we found the limoncello cake to be dry. Overall, I highly recommend for a dinner in the Atlanta area!
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Paulina A.

Yelp
Serena Pastificio has a beautiful ambience and decor. The service is good and the overall experience was enjoyable. We came during happy hour and enjoyed the lamb sticks and penne pasta. The food was tasty and well-flavored. However, nothing about it was necessarily memorable. I had the normal jeane cocktail and didn't taste a drop of liquor.
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Ragini G.

Yelp
We sat outside - it is easy to get to and there is nearby parking! The service was good and the menu pretty standard. The food was fine but definitely expensive.
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Desiree F.

Yelp
Top Tier service from Michael from start to finish. If you're looking to be taken care of, be given the best cocktail and drink pairings, he's your guy. If there's a slip, he'll catch it. What a beautiful space to spend an evening with friends. We share md apps, indulged in cocktails and enjoyed a variety of entrees. If you are entertaining out of town guests, this is the place. Take it from me...a former GA resident who hadn't been back in 10 years. I felt reintroduced to an old friend tonight.
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Isabel L.

Yelp
We popped in on a Sunday around 1pm. The restaurant is gorgeous and has all the feels for a cute lunch date. They have a brunch menu. I didn't see anything that jumped out at me so I ordered the spago pasta with a side of salmon. My lunch date ordered the eggs Benedict. Neither dish was anything to talk about. Mediocre at best. Also, the restaurant was empty. This made us second guess our decision to dine there but we stayed since we really were already seated. Our server was nice but he only came around when our plates were completely empty. Not very attentive at all. We expected a better experience since the restaurant is so beautifully appointed. Lesson learned: all that glitters is not gold.
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Scott F.

Yelp
Very nice on the inside. Prompt service and decent quality drinks. Food is overpriced for quality and quantity. Nothing overly exciting. Just an okay place for a drink and a bite
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Lorrie W.

Yelp
The ambiance is beautiful. Cream colors all around. The service was impeccable. Very attentive server. The wine selection is really good. The appetizer was delicious and came out hot. My crab ravioli was good but it could have been hotter. Amazing flavors!
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Kimberly P.

Yelp
Excellent service. Beautiful ambiance. The seasoning on the bolognese was very subtle, I could have used a little more. The mocktails were pretty and I'm glad they had those available on the menu. The desserts were beautiful but I found the citrus peels on the olive oil cake to be a bit level overwhelming. I will probably return and try some different items next time.
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Mimi M.

Yelp
The service and ambiance was amazing! The drinks were divine. The meatball appetizer and the ragu pasta were so flavorful I cleaned my plate by force. But some of the food left much to be desired. The pecorino salad was so pecorino forward, you could say it was salty. I don't know anybody who likes a salty salad. The calamari and brussel sprouts were basic (like you can make at home). I'll be back again to give this restaurant another chance, but probably not on my own dime.
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Fahrina H.

Yelp
Serena pastificio is at a beautiful location in Colony square. It's an upscale Italian restaurant perfect for date nights and special occasions. My friend and I went for their happy hour where their apps are priced from 7-$12 and drinks are priced at $10. We shared the arancini and ordered sangria. For the ambiance, I thought the prices are okay. The service was fairly fast as well, we sat at the bar and the bartender checked on us often.
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Miyuki Y.

Yelp
This place blew my expectations! We started with the calamari which was an absolute delight! It was so flavorful! We got the ravioli di Falso Margo which was DELICIOUS! And the Mezzelune di aragosta was to DIE FOR! The quality definitely matched the price, it was packed with lobster. Can't wait to be back!!! Service was great and attentive, our drinks were always full (which I appreciate). We sat outside since we made reservations and it was beautiful out there!
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Russ F.

Yelp
Our first time in Midtown Atlanta and our choice to dine at Serena did not disappoint! Everything was wonderful. The food was well prepared, the service excellent, the ambiance enjoyable, and the value outstanding! From the delicious pre-dinner cocktails, through the main courses of fettuccini bolognese and pollo cacciatore, to the chocolate moon dessert, nothing disappoints.
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Jen R.

Yelp
My friends and I had an 8 person dinner here and had a wonderful time. The food was delicious and the ambiance was warm and fun. We were given a semi-private room, which was really nice. The cocktails and wine were really good- I had a really yummy gin cocktail with pomegranate and beet juice plus a nice glass of Pinot Grigio with my meal. The Burrata salad was outstanding- one of the best I have ever had. The seasoning was perfect and the roasted peppers were a nice touch along with the tomatoes. My salmon was pretty good- not the most exciting dish or seasoned exceptionally well, but it was cooked perfectly. I sampled other people's dishes and the lobster ravioli (a favorite according to our server) was AMAZING and the crab ravioli was rely good too! Very generous portions of seafood in them, plus the housemade pastas... yummmm!!! We skipped desserts since we were going out to another place for after dinner drinks and dessert so I can't speak to that. We ordered a bunch of the appetizers to share and I liked the calamari (everyone seemed to enjoy the meatballs and tartare too though). Because we were tucked away it was sometimes hard to catch the server's attention but overall the pacing of the meal and all the things everyone ordered were really enjoyable! Would absolutely come back.
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Sheena G.

Yelp
I love italian, and have been soooo disappointed in Atlanta - I gave up. I have ONE place I go to, and that's it! (Shout out to Campagnolo). However, I have passed this restaurant so many times going to the movies and the beautiful patio called out to me. Decided to give it a try and I was not dissappointed!! Service was super attentive and friendly. We were sat promptly. It was a Monday, so they had a long list of wine specials. The girls and I loved our $25 bottle of bubbly . The calamari was good, typical - but the sauce?!!! It was a wonderful lemony creme dip that was delicious! I had the pasta vongole (a personal fav) and it was really good. Pasta could have been a tad bit more al dente, but it was not too soft. I loved that it wasn't swimming in sauce, the right amount. clams were excellent choice and the flavor was there! The blood orange tart was a hit!!! Like key lime with a different twist and delicious creme. This was a win for girls' night and I will absolutely be back!
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Robert W.

Yelp
Great food and service. We had the meatballs and the octopus for antipasti. We then had different plates for our meals and all of us were pleased with our plates. The cocktails were also good.
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Dalisha P.

Yelp
My friend and I had a marvelous time here. We went for an early dinner and also bc I was craving pasta. Our sever was very sweet and knowledgeable about menu items. For an appetizer I had the crab ravioli which was darn good. It didn't stand a chance . For my entree I chose more pasta lol. I had the scampi de gamberi, which was also great ! I couldn't finish it all but I just knew it would be great the next day , and was! Beautiful restaurant and great service !

Chad L.

Yelp
Two colleagues and I sat at the bar. It was our first time but won't be our last. Aside from the excellent cocktails and food (I had a limoncello spritz, short rib pasta and the chocolate mousse dessert), our service was fantastic. Brandon took excellent care of our group, offered up suggestions and guided us when we were undecided on a few things. He really made a post-work event evening better. If you don't need a table, we recommend hanging at the bar and grabbing a bite and drinks with him!
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Todd M.

Yelp
Nice atmosphere, excellent service and food! Very convenient to the ASO and Woodruff Arts Center
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Will P.

Yelp
We popped by Serena Pastificio after a show at Symphony Hall and I gotta say I was pleasantly surprised! Many of my recent meals out (there aren't many of them with a youngster at home) have suffered from a fatal flaw, but not here. Whoa, the service was friendly and attentive and the interior is absolutely stunning. We had meatballs to start (yum) and I had the lobster ravioli, which was good. I found the pasta to be too al dente and the meatballs were not hot enough... but it was all very very enjoyable. Will be going back here for sure!
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Helen K.

Yelp
One of the criteria for me to go back to a restaurant is their bathroom as it is a representative of their cleanliness and kitchen. We only had dessert here and the interior is clearly beautiful but the women's bathroom needs a diffuser or a deep cleaning. As soon as I walked in, it smelled like death and it wasn't a smell that can be easily resolved. Otherwise, their chocolate mousse dessert was delicious!
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Elvin M.

Yelp
We were looking for a nice italian restaurant in Atlanta and they didn't disappoint. Food was delicious and my team complimented the way the restaurant was decorated and how attentive our server was. I had the lobster ravioli and it was delicious. A must get if you stop by.
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Alonna M.

Yelp
Review long overdue. Came for my birthday and a separate occasion for Valentines weekend. Both nights were incredible. Serena knows how to accommodate for a lovely evening. From the ambiance to the romantic dishes...This is a well rounded place where you can enjoy friends and family and the service has never disappointed. You can lose track of time in there! Memorable moments. Definitely recommend.
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Ron N.

Yelp
We really enjoyed this place and will definitely be back. We had the grilled octopus and the short rib pappardelle. Service was very good as well.
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Melissa R.

Yelp
10/10 Parking located in colony square parking deck and the restaurant validates 2 hrs of parking so make sure to bring your ticket inside. From the food, to the wine, to the ambiance, to the espresso martini, everything was wonderful! The decor in this restaurant is absolutely stunning and they have a nice sized patio that is perfect for those cool fall nights. If you time it right, you can have the perfect seat to listen to the live music that colony square often has. Our server Ricardo handled our large group wonderfully and provided great suggestions. The pulpo was divine and is a must have! I also enjoyed the veal Parmesan but would have preferred that it be served with noodles instead of fingerling potatoes.

Jennifer C.

Yelp
We made a reservation on 09/25/2025 we drove over one hour on a traffic and rainy day. Arrived safely told the host we wanna get a table by the nice ceiling she told us to pay extra But then we talked to the server then she helped us! Host very unprofessional!
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Luiz M.

Yelp
Atmosphere was good but Pasta was overcooked to me... I prefer it "al dente". Deserts were great !

Erwin V.

Yelp
The food (carbonara pasta) was amazing and portion size was good meaning not too much but definitely enough. Bartender recommended a very nice red wine based on my wine preference. Had to have the tiramisu, and it was delicious. Service by Jay was impeccable (polite, not rushed and good recommendation for wine).
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Maddie G.

Yelp
I first wanted to go to this restaurant because of the pictures I saw of the interior (I'm a sucker for a cute place even if the food isn't the best), but ended up having such an amazing meal. And yes, the restaurant was decorated beautifully. They bring you a piece of focaccia, which was delicious and just the right size for two people. Took a while to bring out the salt/pepper for our oil but I understand as the restaurant was super busy. Got the Fondutelli al Tartufo for my main. I came into the restaurant hungry, but not starving and it was a great portion, just the right amount of filling. It was a very peppery dish so would not recommend if you don't like that. Otherwise, it was amazing and so flavorful. Dishes were pricey but I think it was worth it for the flavor and texture of the pasta. You could definitely tell that everything was made in-house. Probably wouldn't frequent this place but would definitely come back for something special.

Russ W.

Yelp
We're repeat customers at Serena Pastificio for a reason -- the warm, lively atmosphere, consistently great food, and perfectly crafted cocktails (especially from Brandon) make it a favorite every time.
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Nathan D.

Yelp
Is this restaurant in Italy or Atlanta? We had a dinner for 8 at Serena Pastificio and it was outstanding. Nyende delivered best-in-class service when recommending wine & food. The octopus, calamari, and brussel sprouts were delicious. The bucatini pasta was as fresh as the pasta I've had in Italy. Overall, staff was very attentive, the food and drinks were of superior quality (Rabbit cocktail was tasty), and the team at Serena Pastificio (especially Nyende)went above and beyond to ensure we had a fabulous dining experience.
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Carolina E.

Yelp
I had a love hate relationship with this spot because we went for work and the food was not it. I will say to be fair we had a set menu and the options weren't amazing. I went back because I loved the sangria so much and had such an incredible time dining alone! I had the pesto + grilled chicken, 2 sangrias and a dessert. Their sangria alone is worth a try!
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Tabitha C.

Yelp
First-timer! Food: It was OK. I ordered chicken. Even though the chicken was plentiful, the flavor was lacking. Note: We had a selected menu; so other items on the entire menu were not available to our party. The service was good. Only one exception from the runner who brings the food to the table. She was unpleasant when I asked her a question. The ambiance is beautiful. Be sure to look up! This place is an amazing location to celebrate with friends or have date night. Parking: Interesting! Since I'm not from the area, I studied the map and used the GPS. I parked in the parking garage and managed to come out next to the restaurant. Please take your ticket with you as the restaurant validates ($3 parking for the win).
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Briana W.

Yelp
This review is only for the drinks and ambiance. I stopped in here to sit at the bar for a little. First thing you notice is that this restaurant is absolutely beautiful. Seems like a great place to celebrate a birthday. I needed some help picking a wine and the bartenders were super helpful!
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A H.

Yelp
What a great nook of surprise!!!! Beautiful and quaint decor with detailed ads ons - great for a date night or any other intimate occasion. Great wine lists and service was great!! The tonno crudo is one of the best that I have ever eaten- my taste buds were twerkin like crazy! Table service filet of the fish took it to the next level. Try it for yourself it will not disappoint!