Sofreh

This wasn't just a meal. It was a whole adventure through one of the most incredible dining experiences I have had this year. I have dined at some exceptional restaurants this year in Philly, Fort Lauderdale, and NYC and I am having a tough time finding another restaurant that comes close to my experience at Sofreh. From the suggestions and guidance from our knowledgeable server to watching the executive chef finish performing last touches to the plates before offering them for service. What made the experience even better is that the staff, front of house and back of house, seemed like family which gave patrons an energy that matched the cuisine. But back to the kitchen as I was lucky enough to watch them work...I watched four people in the kitchen work in a tight space as if choreographed as they created magical dishes and flavors. The joy on the faces of the artists in the kitchen told me it was going to be a great experience because they were having a good time. It is rare to come across a place like this, with a front and back of house that made me want to put on an apron and go back to my days in a restaurant, Sofreh made me want to do just that. Today, most restaurants are chaotic without a sense of organization and the food suffers because of it - not at Sofreh. I will be back many times and intend to eat everything on the menu in the next few months. Also, the young crowd understands this is the spot and now I understand why it takes so long to get a reservation...we were some of the older people there but I stand undeterred. My generation needs to get out here and experience this amazing staff and this incomparable menu. Thank you all for a wonderful experience.

It is an exclusive sort of place and I believe one has to make reservations almost a month in advance. It is costly although the cocktails are priced reasonably. The preparations and the presentation was unique. We were expecting the usual middle eastern cuisine but it seems Persian cuisine is different. My son and daughter in law had been there earlier but for us it was our first exposure to Persian food. We had a unique dining experience.

I get upset that this restaurant does not have a Michelin star. It’s the best restaurant on Flatbush and in prospect heights. It brings Persian food to a new level, you feel like your grandmother made the food but your grandmother is a Michelin star chef. My Persian friends say this is the best Persian restaurant in the United States. I highly recommend the Lamb Shank, Cauliflower and Rib Eye.

This whole experience was delightful. We just tried two of the cocktails. I ordered the Bahar Bitter, a perfect combination of taste and “strength.” It gave me such a nice buzz for the night. We started with the eggplant dip and the watermelon & feta salad. The dip was delicious, and the texture and freshness of that watermelon was unique. We ordered the three rice alternatives they offered, some bread, and three main dishes. The pomegranate ribeye was mouth-watering. The half-chicken and its ginger apricot sauce made for the perfect flavor, texture, and moisture. The catch of the day was really good, too, and that stewed herb & tamarind sauce was memorable. For desserts, we tried the rice pudding, the butternut squash halves, and the Persian ice cream. They were all delicious, but the halva butternut squash might not be for everyone. The ice cream was firm, making it even more satisfying to enjoy every scoop you would get. We were a party of five, and we had a reservation for Sofreh on a Wednesday evening. The place was bustling, so I definitely recommend making a reservation before visiting.

Excellent and delicious! NYC is full of restaurants and so it’s hard to offer new dining experiences, Sofreh manages to do so with elegance and authenticity. Persian food is not something Americans come across often, and we’re lucky to have a place like Sofreh to expand our palates. The menu is seasonal and carefully constructed, the staff is attentive , professional yet relaxed. Treat yourself to one of their unique flavored sodas, I prefer the sour cherry. Vegetarian options abound, this is my third time dining in and each time something new and lovely shows up. Dining out is still a special occasion for me, reserved for special and personal celebrations, and not a common occurrence as It seems to be for many. Sofreh provides all the elements to properly appreciate those special moments.