Extremely rude staff and owner. Never coming back here again as long time supporter and resident nearby. Went next day to grab a gift I accidentally left after dining there. Still shocked how we were treated and unwilling to helpful depending there the night before. I know you’re a popular restaurant so you probably don’t care for one less customer but never going back there again
Deanne
Felix was an amazing server! In addition to being attentive, he also gave us a genuine experience. Even though he was not our server, Felix was quick to refill waters, clear the table, and give us fresh sets of plates/dinnerware. He also explained different aspects of our meal and shared his story with the tea sugars. It is rare to find this level of genuine service in NYC, and Felix delivered! We definitely will come back and recommend this restaurant to others.
Sasha \u0026 Max
I’ve been here twice and it’s amazing.
Claudio Comini
Excellent meal at Sofreh. Unique dishes and great service. Our server was Persian and gave us excellent guidance on what to order. The pomegranate ribeye is a must.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Payam Torrei
Great food, great service, great vibes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mojtaba Harati
We went to Sofreh in NYC last weekend, partly because it’s a well-known spot. I won’t comment much on the food—I’m no expert—but it was, at best, mediocre. What stood out most was the front-door host, whose attitude toward guests without reservations felt unwelcoming and almost punitive. He directed us to a cramped downstairs area that looked more like a holding space than part of a restaurant.
The music and overall ambiance were nice, but the service was disappointing. Several staff members carried an air of arrogance, and when we left, no one offered a simple “good night,” made eye contact, or even smiled. I genuinely can’t recommend this place; the team running it doesn’t seem to understand hospitality or how to make guests feel welcome.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Salam Salam
We are here once a month on average...love the food and this is our go to place for gathering with friends ....the team and owners are always courteous, welcoming and simply warm and genuinely kind! The food is always amazing, and despite overeating never makes us feel bloated like when over eating at most other restaurants.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shank, Pomegranate Beef Ribeye Kebab, Persian Rosewater Sorbet with Frozen Vermicelli Rice Noodles in a Sweet Lime Juice, Tahdig, Traditional Persian Ice Cream, Eggplant Dip
Khendra Braswell
Had the smoked eggplant, half chicken, herb rice and grilled cabbage. Everything was tasty and flavorful. Staff were very nice, knowledgeable and made good recommendations. Would def return so I can try the lamb!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ali Bakhsh
I don’t say this lightly: Sofreh is truly one of the city’s standout restaurants. Every dish reflects a level of mastery that’s hard to overstate. The kitchen takes authentic Persian flavors and elevates them with real creativity—the ribeye “kebab” is a perfect example. I was equally taken with the eggplant and whey dip; it was so good that I bought their cookbook afterward just to understand the sorcery behind it. And a special shoutout to the wonderful service team, who made the experience even better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Hills
This is an absolutely wonderful place. The service, food, decore, experience all were excellent. The location from the patrons point of view was immaculately clean. You didn't smell any odors from the kitchen and we were right across from the kitchen window. Food wise everyrhing was delicious. My personal favorite was the lamb shank, it was so tender and flavorful. It paired very well with the heavily seasoned rice. The rice pudding was very interesting totally different taste profile from what I am used to. For our starters we had three dishes a salad, flatbread and a mushroom dish, all of them were different and interesting. The mushroom dish was savory and woodsy, the salad was hearty and flavorful with a hint of spicy heat, the flat bread was also delicious. As expected the meal was pricey but nowhere near as bad as I expected. All in all the bill came in at $235 and some change with the tip included it was actually below $200 @ $185 before tip. I did leave a nice tip as the way they seem to work there is you do have a main server but they seem to tag team the tables if you have an empty dish and they see it whoever sees it grabs it. When it was time to switch the table settings another server did that, we were served by at least three different servers so I would assume they pool and split tips in some fashion. So with that in mind I left a nice one so everyone got a decent cut. We also had a cake and two drinks. I don't remember which drinks or cake but they were all tasty as well. Something I did like about the cake was that it was not too heavy nor overly sweet. It actually went very well with the rice pudding, both the Misses and I found ourselves combining them to eat. My drink was made with a spirit that has an interesting back story, it is currently banned in Iran its call Aragh Sagi it was an interesting drink. The raisins come across very strongly, its quite nice. I ordered a shot of it neat to try it. This is definitely a spot that I would recommend anyone try if they want something different. My favorite part of this meal of course was the food followed closely by the service. Value wise this is an experience that lived up to the you get what you pay for saying. I paid a decent price and I got a decent experience for the cost.
I went there once three years ago and was blown away by the food and service. I was there again a week ago, and was so disappointed. Most of our dishes were as delicious as I remembered, but the flatbread tasted old and hard to chew, and the desert was unsatisfying. That would have been okay, but we had spotty service. We kept running out of water and nobody checked on us. The lady who served my cocktail had her shirtsleeve dip in the drink as she put it on the table. It’s just a shame when it’s an expensive place like this!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Stephan Herard
The food was ok. The herb and noodle stew was good but had one ingredient that was a tad overpowering. The lamb shank was ok too. The best dish was the half chicken as the sauce was great
Laurie Lathem
Sofreh is a true gem. One of my favorite restaurants in New York City. The food is spectacular an every single time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shank, Date Salad, Roasted Cauliflower, Half Chicken, Tahini \u0026 Date Salad, Catch of the Day with Tamarind Sauce
O M
Absolutely delicious food and its own mix on a variety of Persian cuisine. Service was great with thoughtful staff. Only note I would make is that we were 5people for a 6person reservation and they charged us 20$ ( yes I agreed to it when I made reso but this change is completely normal for dinner). I told them immediately when we arrived. This is despite the table really only being for 5 people to begin with. 5 stars for everything but management. I would give it 2 stars. The extra star is for decor music and design, last for service which was great. I would recommend the lamb shank and steak. Egg plant was delicious and a variety of very tasty drinks. I would recommend this spot, but for a second time visit for me, this far in BK and poor management where it took almost 90 mins for our meal to be served...I'm likely not to go back. Worth the trip but only once
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Linda Kafexholli
Absolutely loved Sofreh. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The atmosphere feels calm, elegant, and truly special. The staff were kind and attentive, and the whole experience had that warm Persian charm that makes you want to come back. Definitely one of the best restaurants in New York City.
Extremely rude staff and owner. Never coming back here again as long time supporter and resident nearby. Went next day to grab a gift I accidentally left after dining there. Still shocked how we were treated and unwilling to helpful depending there the night before. I know you’re a popular restaurant so you probably don’t care for one less customer but never going back there again
Felix was an amazing server! In addition to being attentive, he also gave us a genuine experience. Even though he was not our server, Felix was quick to refill waters, clear the table, and give us fresh sets of plates/dinnerware. He also explained different aspects of our meal and shared his story with the tea sugars. It is rare to find this level of genuine service in NYC, and Felix delivered! We definitely will come back and recommend this restaurant to others.
I’ve been here twice and it’s amazing.
Excellent meal at Sofreh. Unique dishes and great service. Our server was Persian and gave us excellent guidance on what to order. The pomegranate ribeye is a must.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, great service, great vibes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We went to Sofreh in NYC last weekend, partly because it’s a well-known spot. I won’t comment much on the food—I’m no expert—but it was, at best, mediocre. What stood out most was the front-door host, whose attitude toward guests without reservations felt unwelcoming and almost punitive. He directed us to a cramped downstairs area that looked more like a holding space than part of a restaurant.
The music and overall ambiance were nice, but the service was disappointing. Several staff members carried an air of arrogance, and when we left, no one offered a simple “good night,” made eye contact, or even smiled. I genuinely can’t recommend this place; the team running it doesn’t seem to understand hospitality or how to make guests feel welcome.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
We are here once a month on average...love the food and this is our go to place for gathering with friends ....the team and owners are always courteous, welcoming and simply warm and genuinely kind! The food is always amazing, and despite overeating never makes us feel bloated like when over eating at most other restaurants.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shank, Pomegranate Beef Ribeye Kebab, Persian Rosewater Sorbet with Frozen Vermicelli Rice Noodles in a Sweet Lime Juice, Tahdig, Traditional Persian Ice Cream, Eggplant Dip
Had the smoked eggplant, half chicken, herb rice and grilled cabbage. Everything was tasty and flavorful. Staff were very nice, knowledgeable and made good recommendations. Would def return so I can try the lamb!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don’t say this lightly: Sofreh is truly one of the city’s standout restaurants. Every dish reflects a level of mastery that’s hard to overstate. The kitchen takes authentic Persian flavors and elevates them with real creativity—the ribeye “kebab” is a perfect example. I was equally taken with the eggplant and whey dip; it was so good that I bought their cookbook afterward just to understand the sorcery behind it. And a special shoutout to the wonderful service team, who made the experience even better.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is an absolutely wonderful place. The service, food, decore, experience all were excellent. The location from the patrons point of view was immaculately clean. You didn't smell any odors from the kitchen and we were right across from the kitchen window. Food wise everyrhing was delicious. My personal favorite was the lamb shank, it was so tender and flavorful. It paired very well with the heavily seasoned rice. The rice pudding was very interesting totally different taste profile from what I am used to. For our starters we had three dishes a salad, flatbread and a mushroom dish, all of them were different and interesting. The mushroom dish was savory and woodsy, the salad was hearty and flavorful with a hint of spicy heat, the flat bread was also delicious. As expected the meal was pricey but nowhere near as bad as I expected. All in all the bill came in at $235 and some change with the tip included it was actually below $200 @ $185 before tip. I did leave a nice tip as the way they seem to work there is you do have a main server but they seem to tag team the tables if you have an empty dish and they see it whoever sees it grabs it. When it was time to switch the table settings another server did that, we were served by at least three different servers so I would assume they pool and split tips in some fashion. So with that in mind I left a nice one so everyone got a decent cut. We also had a cake and two drinks. I don't remember which drinks or cake but they were all tasty as well. Something I did like about the cake was that it was not too heavy nor overly sweet. It actually went very well with the rice pudding, both the Misses and I found ourselves combining them to eat. My drink was made with a spirit that has an interesting back story, it is currently banned in Iran its call Aragh Sagi it was an interesting drink. The raisins come across very strongly, its quite nice. I ordered a shot of it neat to try it. This is definitely a spot that I would recommend anyone try if they want something different. My favorite part of this meal of course was the food followed closely by the service. Value wise this is an experience that lived up to the you get what you pay for saying. I paid a decent price and I got a decent experience for the cost.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I went there once three years ago and was blown away by the food and service. I was there again a week ago, and was so disappointed. Most of our dishes were as delicious as I remembered, but the flatbread tasted old and hard to chew, and the desert was unsatisfying. That would have been okay, but we had spotty service. We kept running out of water and nobody checked on us. The lady who served my cocktail had her shirtsleeve dip in the drink as she put it on the table. It’s just a shame when it’s an expensive place like this!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
The food was ok. The herb and noodle stew was good but had one ingredient that was a tad overpowering. The lamb shank was ok too. The best dish was the half chicken as the sauce was great
Sofreh is a true gem. One of my favorite restaurants in New York City. The food is spectacular an every single time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shank, Date Salad, Roasted Cauliflower, Half Chicken, Tahini \u0026 Date Salad, Catch of the Day with Tamarind Sauce
Absolutely delicious food and its own mix on a variety of Persian cuisine. Service was great with thoughtful staff. Only note I would make is that we were 5people for a 6person reservation and they charged us 20$ ( yes I agreed to it when I made reso but this change is completely normal for dinner). I told them immediately when we arrived. This is despite the table really only being for 5 people to begin with. 5 stars for everything but management. I would give it 2 stars. The extra star is for decor music and design, last for service which was great. I would recommend the lamb shank and steak. Egg plant was delicious and a variety of very tasty drinks. I would recommend this spot, but for a second time visit for me, this far in BK and poor management where it took almost 90 mins for our meal to be served...I'm likely not to go back. Worth the trip but only once
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely loved Sofreh. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The atmosphere feels calm, elegant, and truly special. The staff were kind and attentive, and the whole experience had that warm Persian charm that makes you want to come back. Definitely one of the best restaurants in New York City.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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