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    Pera Soho

    3.8 (993 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Grilled "Kofte" Meatballs
    Elizabeth G.

    Came here to catch up with an old friend and we stayed for hours picking at delicious apps and dips and sitting in the most adorable outdoor space! It was comfortable, cozy and wonderful. The dips were great and perfect portions. Would definitely come back!

    Catching up with a friend at Pera SoHo.

    A real hidden gem. Step off the curb and into a retreat. Filled with the sounds you'd expect at an upscale party yet comfortable having a conversation without yelling. Service was excellent the food and drinks were even better. Can't wait to check out their midtown location. I highly recommend.

    Roasted baby eggplant and scallops
    Jennifer C.

    Good flavors but expensive for what it is. We had reservations for 2 people at 6 on a Wednesday but we probably didn't need them. We sat on the outside patio that is covered. Started with the scarlet on Thompson drink which was a more aperol forward cocktail and tasty. We got the scallops and roasted baby eggplant to share. For the price the dishes were pretty small. You definitely won't leave feeling stuffed. That being said, the flavors in the scallop dish were sooo good. The pea puree on the bottom with the crunchy mushrooms was delicious. Could have used more of a hard sear on the scallops but they were well cooked. Baby eggplant had a good mix of textures and flavors and the spice on the eggplant was really good. Service was a little spotty and slow, especially for how empty the place was. Not sure I'd come back but was fine trying it. Seems like the have a good happy hour with a lot of their mezze dishes on the menu so maybe I'd try that.

    Shishito peppers (sautéed)
    Jessica Y.

    This restaurant is very charming with a cute outdoor seating area and large indoor seating. All of the staff from the hostess to the waiter were extremely friendly and helpful. We started with the shishito peppers which is listed as a side dish but we got as a starter. My friend has a gluten allergy and they made us aware that there was some breading and they were able to sauté the peppers instead which was still delicious. The hostess had recommended the burratta bruschetta, phyllo rolls, and calamari but unfortunately we did not get them due to the gluten allergy. For entrees, I had the chicken shashlik and my friend had the watermelon and heirloom tomato salad with chicken. My meal was very good but my friends salad looked so delicious I was a little jealous! All in all, this place is great and I look forward to returning to try more items!

    Roasted Baby Eggplant
    Sahithi T.

    We were here for a bday and the place was great and apps were really good. The main vegetarian course on the pre fixe menu wasn't super filling though. Great place to host groups, the staff was friendly and helpful.

    The environment is very good. The food is western style. A lot of companies choose this restaurant to have a Christmas dinner. But the dessert is not that good

    Riri P.

    We've been visiting Pera Soho for about 10 years now and besides the food ambiance so glad the food has not changed. The country salad is my favorite along with the fries and Portuguese fried calamari which I only have from here not being a seafood consumer. On occasion, weekend brunch gets crowded but it's nice you can come have such a good meal in a nice setting without the loud crowd. My only message is, please keep the good taste & quality food rolling! While NYC has many spots, it's hard to find a place you love that is consistent.

    Yum Yums
    Dan R.

    Very good food and prompt service. 6 orders of food and drink and everyone was happy with the quality of food. We are Chicago based and know good food. This place rocks.

    Sirloin Shashlik Steak Frites. 3 stars. Insta/Beli: @amei_eats
    Alex M.

    (Overall: B) - Overall, I found the fine dining food here to be quite mid with lots of room for improvement. The staff were kind and attentive and the venue itself was quite nice to host large groups, but the food could be better. (Octopus: A) - Their octopus is a well composed dish with a tender octopus leg and smashed potatoes that are nicely seasoned to give a forward depth of flavor and to heighten the octopus. The greens also add some vibrant color to make this dish pop. (Steak Frites: C) - It was smart to use the bread as a canvas to catch the steak drippings and not let those juices go to waste. Unfortunately, the rest of the dish is sub par as the steak was cooked to at least medium well, becoming quite dry. Further, I would've likef to see more of those regional spices tossed in the fries to differentiate from just regular fries. The plating could also be improved as the fries completely dominate the first look of this dish. (Calamari: B) - The cherry peppers add a pleasant sweet spiciness to enhance the fried squid. Aside from the sloppy presentation, I think this is a well executed dish. (Dip Sampler: D) - Aside from the carrot ginger hummus which was quite innovative from those notes of sweetness from the carrot, this dish was quite discomforting. The beer botani somehow mimics pepto bismol in both color and consistency in the form of a dip -- yet, somehow I find consumig pepto bismol more pleasant. I was a bit disappointed that the smoked eggplant was not coming through in the labne as well. -- Food: E Presentation: E Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: +1 Menu: E Overall: +2 B Insta/Beli: @amei_eats

    Pan-Seared Salmon
    Lindsay K.

    Pera is an amazing Mediterranean restaurant in a great SoHo location! It was easy to make a reservation and the staff was very welcoming. We were seated in a nice secluded area in the back, it felt like we had the restaurant all to ourselves! Service was very quick and they delivered our drinks and food in a timely manner. Each dish was better than the next! We started with the dip sampler which came with pita chips. Two of us shared the lamb sampler which came with grilled lamb pieces, 2 lamb chops, and a ground lamb kebab. The steak was great and the side of fries as well. Lastly, the salmon was cooked to perfection and was very flavorful. Overall Pera is a really great restaurant with quality food and service! Highly recommend for a date night or a night out with friends.

    Crispy Brussels Sprouts
    Utsa S.

    The food was fine! My favorite was the dip sampler, but it came w pita that was so crispy it made it hard to eat. If I could do it again I'd ask for soft pita. Come here for the ambiance (which must be outdoor seating, super nice and covered) not the food

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    2 months ago

    Great food and good service! One of my go to brunch spots in NYC. Very spacious and easy to make reservations on a weekend!

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    Great Food, Service and Ambiance! Everything came out super quick and was delicious. Glad we were able to make this quick stop!

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    9 months ago

    Great juicy burger, flame grill taste, cozy and clean atmosphere, nice location in the city too

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    Great apps and happy hour Baba was great as well as the margaritas. Definitely go for the happy hour specials.

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    The food and service were superb! We especially liked the dates, the octopus, and the hamburge.

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    Everything was perfect. Went for my bday. Service and atmosphere was amazing. The food was delicious and fresh. Would definitely recommend

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    Is restaurant more popular for brunch or dinner?

    Dinner

    Are all the meats halal-certified?

    We do not strictly serve halal meats.

    Do you have a bottomless brunch special?

    We are currently offering a bottomless brunch package for large groups (10+) only. Please contact events@pera-soho.com for further details.

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    Çka Ka Qëllue

    Çka Ka Qëllue

    4.5(288 reviews)
    1.8 miMidtown East
    Family-owned & operated
    Fine dining

    A warm, inviting, rustic restaurant that will make you challenge everything you thought you knew…read moreabout mediterranean food! My first foray into Albanian food and was so surprised by how different it was from Greek food. It was amazing, but perhaps not my favorite cuisine though I am eager to come back and try more. The sausage and cheese dip was not the highlight of the show. The cute fat bread was!! So good. Tried Tava Kosi (lamb with mixture of rice, eggs and yogurt) and Grilled Octopus. Both very good and unique, would recommend the Tavi over the octopus. Can't wait to come back and try their dumplings, more Tava, branzino, other grilled meats and their baklava!

    I was craving for kajmak and found this place on Yelp. This is such a cute place in midtown (a bit…read moredistant from touristy area) with authentic decorations and cozy atmosphere. 1. Leçenik (5/5) - this was recommended by our server. It had a very rich favor and went perfectly with red wine. (warning: cottagcheese could be a bit too cheesy to eat alone) 2. Qofte (6/5) - iabsolutely fantastic. Meat, vegetables, and potatoes were paired so well together. White sauce was delicious! 3. Grilled Octopus (4/5) - this was OK. Perhaps octopus was overcooked? grilled vegetables were simple, but yummy and delicious. 4. Kajmak (4/5) - I was expecting its texture to be more firm like greet yogurt, but it was a bit watery. The restaurant is super charming and I will definitely go back to try other main dishes.

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    Sahara's Turkish Cuisine - Cheese Pastries

    Sahara's Turkish Cuisine

    3.8(336 reviews)
    1.8 miKips Bay
    $$

    This was the best Turkish restaurant we have been in New York. The iskender doner was just like…read morewhen we lived in turkey. The lentil soup was perfect the baked rice pudding was the best I ever had . Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. You don't need to drive all the way to Patterson to get great food just stop by here and be prepared to be amazed

    I was really excited to try this place but honestly it was a huge disappointment. The presentation…read moreof the food was very nice and Instagram‑worthy, but that's the only good thing I can say. The food itself was bad -- like really bad. From start to finish everything missed the mark: The hummus was bland and tasted like someone forgot the spices. The doma (dolmas) were disappointing and didn't have the rich flavor they should. Even the baklava, which should be a sweet highlight, was dry, lackluster, and honestly not enjoyable. The Turkish coffee was so bitter it was almost undrinkable -- if you like bitter coffee, maybe it's your thing, but it wasn't what I expected. They market themselves as Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine, but what I ate didn't come close to what I'd consider good food in that category. My stomach was still growling afterward -- and not in a "I want more" way, but in a "why did I eat this?" way. The staff and service were fine and the atmosphere is pretty, but at the end of the day it's just not worth it when the food itself is so underwhelming. I definitely wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for authentic or tasty Turkish/Middle Eastern food.

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    ilili NoMad - Lamb & Beef Shawarma (6.5/10)

    ilili NoMad

    4.1(2.9k reviews)
    1.6 miFlatiron
    $$$

    Gorgeous upscale dinner spot in midtown! We came as a group of 7 and were seated comfortably, lots…read moreof room within the restaurant. Great place to share several food items with a group. It was a little hard to hear and converse at times as it gets crowded, but the food was delicious and there are really unique items on the menu. Food: The duck shawarma was one of our favorites! The lamb and scallops were also flavorful and tender. The dips were delicious with the pita, but I wish the serving size for the dips were bigger. The fries were great - well seasoned! Also recommend the milky pudding, it was a nice refreshing way to end the dinner. Service: Our server was super helpful in letting us know what items are more shareable and his suggestions for cocktails. Definitely try some of the arak based cocktails. Vibe: Gorgeous interior, the mirrors and lighting really elevates the space and makes it a lovely spot for group dinners or dates.

    This was a really awesome meal. The food was incredible. So much flavor and they made sure we…read morealways had enough bread to eat everything with. The cocktails were also really interesting and delicious. I highly recommend the lamb shank, fries, and octopus but I can't imagine there is any way to go wrong. The lighting inside the restaurant was cozy and relaxing. My family and I had a great time. Our server was super helpful with our order and very nice to talk to. Highly recommend. Really delicious.

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    Sophra Grill - Entrees

    Sophra Grill

    4.7(187 reviews)
    2.1 miMurray Hill, Midtown East
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    Absolutely amazing spot for Turkish food in Murray Hill. It was close to my hotel, so I figured to…read morestop in. I'm so glad I did. I got to try a variety of different items, inducing: ayran, chicken Adana sandwich on home bread, Turkish tea, and rice pudding. The ayran was probably the best I've ever had in my life. It was so refreshing, the perfect amount of salt, so good. And it's homemade. I would highly recommend you try this drink regardless of what you order, it's that good. The chicken Adana sandwich was also quite nice. The chicken was fresh and well seasoned in a good portion with some lettuce, onions, tomatoes as well. The bread was great. It's served with two wonderful, flavorful sauces: hot sauce and yogurt sauce (I much prefer the latter). Portion is incredible for the price. Then, I was initially interested in trying the fig pudding for dessert but they were out of it, so I went with the rice pudding. Again, a huge portion that is well worth the price. So creamy, so good. And, they brought out 2 Turkish teas for free to make up for not having the fig! The people are just very nice here, and the tea was also lovely, piping hot and just perfect. It's a pretty small restaurant but doesn't get crowded early on. They were playing some Turkish music while I ate, and I really enjoyed it. The people are very kind and attentive and the food is just incredible. Must try!

    Great Mediterranean/ Middle Eastern flavors in Murray Hill... perfect for take out or dining in…read moretheir restaurant where you can stare at their amazing desserts in the display case. Fast, friendly, yummy. From salads, apps (bababganush, hummus, muhammara, tabouli, etc.), gyros, pides and platters. Everything looks delicious. For take out I love their chicken gyro on home bread, with "white sauce" no hot sauce. $13.50 plus tax.

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    Ravagh Persian Grill - Lamb Chops Kebob

    Ravagh Persian Grill

    4.0(1.2k reviews)
    1.9 miMurray Hill, Midtown East
    $$

    I was working late one evening and ordered the chicken shish kebab dinner through DoorDash and it…read morearrived still hot which is always a plus. It was a large portion of protein and veggies. Everything was cooked well and charred just right. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I could have probably saved some for another meal too, but I was starving. I look forward to dining in person!

    Delicious from start to finish!…read more A colleague recommended Ravagh for a team dinner in the Chelsea location and I am so grateful we came here. To drink, I ordered the Tehrani Mule; a take on the moscow with a house made ginger lime juice. 8/10; a tad watery. We decided to go family style with ordering and chose the mediterranean salad, kotlet, and falafel to start. The falafel was perfectly crisp with a slightly smoky outer crust that added really great texture and flavor. A bit dry tho -- Needed the hummus and Mezze Platter to dress it up a little. Salad was refreshing, crispy and a great palette cleanser across the table. The combo platter + mixed rice was fabulous. Chicken was tender and came right off the bone (something I'm new to but it was good!). It came with a side of tzatziki and persian zhoug (?) - a minty and herby chutney that just added another layer to the aromatics of the dish. Although the rice was great, it was a really large portion even for the group of 5. It would've been nice to have the option to split to a half portion of vegetables or different grain to balance quantity. Overall 8.9/10 - Definitely worth a visit with a group for business dinner or catching up on a friend's night out. The service is great, everyone is super attentive and you can really feel that the food with made with love. So glad I tried this place and I'll be back to give their dolmeh and dessert a taste!

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    Turkish Kitchen - Yum.

    Turkish Kitchen

    3.8(637 reviews)
    1.7 miKips Bay
    $$$

    Turkish Kitchen is my neighborhood mainstay, I can't even count how many times I've been over the…read moreyears. The birthday coupons are what had brought me in every year, but even though they stopped during Covid, I still enjoy visiting. My go-to dish is the Iskender Kebab - delicious slices of lamb with tomato sauce and yogurt over baked pita bread. I also enjoy the combination platter with dips - the baba ghanoush is delicious. The atmosphere is classy but down-to-earth. The cocktails are tasty. The service can be slow, but it means we are never rushed out. The prices are mid-high, but commensurate with the quality of food. I recently came with a large group, including kids. Service was welcoming despite the chaos. Our bread was frequently replenished and our bottles of wine poured. On top of that, we were given tastes of dessert & liqueur - such a nice treat at the end of a long meal. I especially appreciated that the head guy alerted us that gratuity was already added to the check. We had such a great time, that we opted to tip more! I was happy that my group had such a positive experience, and surely will continue to return.

    A group of my friends were in town, and we happened to pick this place just by walking down the…read morestreet in the area until we saw something that looked tasty. We could not have been happier with what we got for a place that we picked totally randomly. First of all, the place is popular and we did not have resos, but the staff were super nice and found us an open table that we could eat at as long as we put in our orders quick so they could get the table ready for a later reservation in an hour. Then the food itself arrived and was really delicious and well presented, just look at those kebab plates and dips! They also gave our group free baklava at the end I think just because they felt a little bad they had to rush us, which wasn't even their fault and was super appreciated. Also, the interior decoration is fantastic. The restaurant feels super classy and elegant. Great vibes for a date, a business dinner, or just a fancy dinner. Overall, easy 5 stars. Great food and amazing service. Oh and the wine was delicious too.

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