La Serena JK Iguatemi — Restaurant in Região Imediata de São Paulo

My recent dining experience at "La Serena," the Italian gem nestled within the JK Guatemi in Sao Paulo, was an absolute delight, and I'm excited to share all the details with you!

Let's dive right into the highlight of any dining adventure – the food. Oh boy, was I in for a treat! Every dish that graced our table was a burst of flavor and culinary finesse. From the rich pasta concoctions to the expertly cooked meats, each bite was an exquisite dance of taste and texture. While it's worth mentioning that a few menu items were unavailable during my visit, the ones we did indulge in were nothing short of exceptional.

Now, let's chat about the service. The staff at "La Serena" welcomed us with open arms and smiles that set the tone for a pleasant evening. There were a couple of minor hiccups where our order got a little tangled, but the servers' sincerity and eagerness to make things right definitely smoothed out any wrinkles.

Now, onto the star of the show – the ambiance. I was genuinely transported to an aesthetic modern landscape the moment I stepped into the restaurant. The decor was an elegant fusion of modern elements and tasteful design choices. The lighting, the furnishings, and the artwork all came together to create an atmosphere that was both chic and inviting. It's essential to set the record straight – it wasn't the classic Italian village vibe but rather a harmonious blend of contemporary aesthetics that charmed and impressed.

And speaking of the decor, it's worth applauding the attention to detail that was evident in every corner of "La Serena." The sleek wooden tables, the carefully selected artwork, and the thoughtful arrangements all contributed to an environment that heightened the overall dining experience.

In conclusion, my visit to "La Serena" was a journey of culinary delights, warm ambiance, and modern elegance. While a few bumps in the road didn't go unnoticed, the exceptional food, inviting atmosphere, and stunning contemporary decor make it a destination I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone looking for a memorable Italian dining experience in the heart...

The food was really lovely but the service was pretty awful. I made a mistake an ordered a glass of red wine as opposed to white (I blame my lack of Portuguese!). I told the waiter I had made a mistake and despite never even touching the wine, he then proceeded to ignore us the whole evening. Took about an hour to get the bill, and and extra 30 minutes to take off the glass of red wine that was not...

Fomos comemorar nosso aniversário de 5 anos de namoro, e a experiência não poderia ter sido melhor ❤️ Desde o momento em que entramos, o ambiente todo é muito romântico, com luzes baixas e cardápios lindos. De bebida, fomos com o drink Judite, que vem com purê de pitaya e é perfeito, e um frozen de hortelã, que achei um pouco forte 🍸 Pedimos uma lasagna com molho de queijo e pistache por cerca de R$90 e fillet mignon, com risoto funghi como acompanhamento por R$148. Os pratos vieram rápido e eram super, super, super saborosos 😋 Por ser um restaurante mais chique, achei que as porções seriam pequenas. Pelo contrário, os pratos satisfazem muito bem e não achei o preço absurdo pelo que entregam (apesar de caro). Pode-se escolher entre pratos principais, como lasagna ou spaghettu, por mais ou menos R$90, ou uma carne, como peixe ou carré de carneiro, + um acompanhamento, como risoto, salada ou batatas, por um preço único como R$148. Amei a experiência e pretendo voltar (assim que acumular o capital suficiente kkkkkk) para provar novos pratos...