Greek cuisine has absorbed influences from various empires and cultures. It is so good because of the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients like ripe tomatoes, herbs, and creamy feta cheese. From cooking to salad dressings, Greek olive oil made from lemon, basil, and oregano is their liquid gold. Located on a busy Boulevard in the heart of Hasbrouck Heights, I finally got the opportunity to stop in at this BYOB family-owned/operated establishment. Upon entering for lunch after 4 years, Sofia's Mediterranean Grill, named after the owner's mom, I was greeted by the staff. I got a booth, immediately knowing how they get crowded. The inside evoked a cozy and warm vibe with Greek music playing throughout. Outdoor dining is available, weather permitting. Their menu features an array of traditional Mediterranean dishes, offering a variety of soups, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, meats from the grill, seafood cooked various ways, and entrees cooked from the oven. I decided on the Greek salad with grilled chicken. The food was authentic, fresh using the finest ingredients, delicious, and prepared simply, which is exactly what I was looking for. The portion was healthy. The service is always friendly and welcoming. I got to connect with the owner, Nick, a fellow Astorian, to catch up about the old neighborhood. The price was reasonable. If one's craving the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, then look no further. One doesn't need to book a flight to Greece to enjoy authentic meals. read more

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Absolutely loved this place. When we first got in the staff immediately sat us down and were sure to be quick and attentive. We order the pork gyro and the chicken platter. Both delicious were cooked perfectly. The tzatziki sauce was phenomenal. The menu you had a ton of different options that we would've loved to try. This place is perfectly in between fancy and causal. Definitely check it out if you are in the area. It's also BYOB. read more

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First time visitors to this fabulous restaurant and they treated us like regulars... friendly, accommodating, fast service yet not rushed. They do not take reservations- we got there by 6:30pm on a Saturday and sat before the dinner rush. The food was delicious, fresh and plentiful. We were 3 couples and they had no problem giving us 3 bills. The water's memory of our orders was epic- didn't write down a thing & got it all correct!! Will return! .... check this place out! read more

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What a delightful surprise close by in Hasbrouck Hts. We love Mediterranean food, so we tried Sofia's and it was phenomenal. We've been there a few more times since. One item on the menu, lamb kokostinos, sautéed lamb in tomato sauce over orzo is so good that we've ordered it delivered to the house also. I can't even envision going to Sofia's without having some of it. Service is always very pleasant and efficient and when the weather permits there is outdoor seating. Kudos to all involved. read more

This is exactly what you want from Mediterranean food. Everything was delicious and prepared just right. I especially liked the grilled octopus. Service was solid. I came on a Tuesday night with two friends and we didn't need a reservation; we were seated right away. read more

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I came here for lunch with a friend during a weekday and the restaurant was busy and had a great ambiance. The staff made us feel welcome and did not rush us. We ordered the chicken pita and gyro sandwiches and they were prepared fast. The chicken was moist and tzatziki sauce was delicious. We both loved the French fries seasoning. Hope to try more appetizers next time. read more

Came for lunch and it was amazing as always. Great service and delicious Mediterranean food. read more

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Back at this fine establishment. First time trying the skirt steak and after probably 100 visits, how did I miss this meal. It was spectacular, soft, and tasty. Service as always was great. Inside can be lo nous but they have outside seating also. It's a byob. Grab your favorite wine and a friend, enjoy a great meal. read more

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Great food! Their grilled chicken over spinach and orzo is fantastic!! I usually get that dish.

Everything on point. Food, staff, vibe. Only wish they were closer to me so I can eat this stuff every day. read more

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The food was very good. The service was excellent and friendly . The ambiance was different from what expected and a surprise, it is worth the trip. read more

I am extremely picky, especially service and cleanliness. Sophia's exceeded at both. We were warmly greeted by Tony and escorted to our table. We sat outside which was lovely. Our drinks arrived just as we finished reading the menu. We had fried calamari, which was excellent. It was a lightly coated, perfectly seasoned and fried just right. The dolmades are just as they should be. My entree was the lamb burger. It was cooked to the medium requested and the rest of the ingredients had a perfect balance so they played nicely together, none overpowering the other. My husband had the chicken gyro. He raved. And the fries... I've never had anything like before. Excellent! Finally, for dessert we had rice pudding which was, thankfully, not to sweet and a delicious recommended walnut cake. On our way out, we found Sophia to be sweet and gracious. Back to Tony. If you visit Sophia's, ask for Tony. Not only is he fastidious about his job but he is also very entertaining. We were lucky to get him and will request him in future. read more

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Sofias is a great spot for a comfortable and relaxed meal. I enjoy their salmon dish very much and the staff are always very friendly, professional and considerate. We like to stop here for an easy going, low key, right in town. read more

The food here is fantastic! Holy cow. Truly haven't had a bad experience with anything here! The staff is always incredibly kind and attentive. They're also fast! But they don't rush you out which is great. The place could use some sprucing decor wise but the food and service truly stand out! I'll continue to return to Sofia's! GET THE CAULIFLOWER APPETIZER!! read more

This was some of the best Greek food I've had. The falafel was my favorite! Cooked so well and perfect size. I got a platter with grilled shrimp and the shrimp was also grilled perfect. The staff was so friendly and the location in the heart of Hasbrouck Heights is perfect. We will be back! read more

Elegant, delicious and warm is how I'd describe the food at Sofias. Great location for celebratory events, a family get together, or even a calm and ambient rich dinner alone or with a friend. Hasbrouck Heights' "little sweetheart," whom many have fallen in love with. Reasonable prices for the aesthetic and quality of the food you receive. read more

I was recommended by my colleagues to check out Sofia's. My partner and I were seated outside on a beautiful Saturday evening. We had a great experience here. The food was absolutely delicious, from the apps to the mains. We were advised to get the shrimp saganaki....literally the best decision ever. It was almost like a lasagna. It was one of the highlights of the dinner, we wanted more. The grilled octopus was good, but not the best I've had. For our main we ordered the mixed platter with a side of horiatiki and greek fries. The meats were tender and flavorful. We loved the fresh veggies and feta. The greek fries were crispy and delicious, perfect side. We had some food left to take home. Also nice BYOB addition to the restaurant. Parking is fairly easy on the street. We will be back! :) read more

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I've been wanting to dine here for quite some time and I finally had the chance to experience their delicious mouth watering food. So happy to have gone. The server was friendly and attentive, offered a few things on the menu along with their specials. Everything was PERFECT! I want more, want to hurry back and have the grilled calamari which was outstanding in flavor and texture. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. Nothing was overwhelming salty, Just perfect. Outdoor seating available and with umbrellas. I can't wait to go back. read more

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Cute, small, casual restaraunt. The food is consistently good. This time I tried the Black Sea bass special that was served with Horta (which is similar to spinach). The appetizer eggplant dip is one of the best we've ever had. It is byob so remember to bring a bottle if you want to have some wine with dinner. It does get very busy , you can call before you go to check the wait time. In the summer they have outdoor seating too. Street parking can be a challenge. read more

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Soooo Wonderful! Food and service is amazing. Food is OUTSTANDING! (See below) Waiter was fantastic. He took our orders for a table of 5 with apps and dinners (and special requests) without writing anything down! He was friendly, warm and charming with a good sense of humor. Made for a very enjoyable evening. Only ding...Can get pretty loud in the restaurant. Can be hard to talk depending on the volume of the other customers. Apps: All were fantastic. Zucchini and eggplant chips. Thin, crispy with a fresh tzatziki sauce. Spanakopita. Fresh, right about of herbs with a flaky crust. Generous portion. Hummus. Best we've ever had. Super creamy and flavorful. Whiting fish: A special for dinner also served as an app. Perfectly cooked, crispy skin, tender fish and nicely seasoned. Fried Calamari. So tender and perfectly fried. Light and crisp! Dinners: All were fantastic except one. (see below) Rice side dish is absolutely delicous. Lamb Kokkinisto (Lamb stew): Incredibly delicous and craveable! Wonderful warm spices and the lamb is melt-in-your-mouth tender. Served over orzo. It's a must have. Chicken Skewer. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Lamb Skewer. Asked for it medium and it was cooked perfectly. Super tender and lean. Nicely spiced. Seared Tuna over salad. A special. Nicely seasoned and a good flavor. Asked for it medium rare, but it came medium-well. Still tasty. Swordfish. Only disappointment. This dish wasn't very good only because it was very overcooked. Seasoning very good but too dry to enjoy. They took it off our tab. Gracious of them. Desserts: Save room if you can! Baklava is moist and flakey. Lightest we have ever had. A very generous portion. SOO good. Chocolate lava cake. All you could ever hope for! SOO good. Galactoboureko. Hard to find this dessert because it has a short shelf life so this is a real treat. Custard wrapped in phyllo, SOO good read more

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Picked up take out, I ordered in person and my order was ready in 20min. Staff was friendly and everyone enjoyed their meal. I can't remember exactly what we ordered, we moved and have been ordering out a lot lately. But I remember everyone liking it and wanting to try it again. read more

Food is prepared just right. Service is tops. The octopus literally melts in your mouth.

Very cozy interior and the food is consistently good. I absolutely love their Greek coffee and find myself craving it regularly! Sofia's always a good choice if you're craving Greek. read more

Sofia's Mediterranean Grill - Lamb kebab - Greek Near Me - Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

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All our food was delicious. Just go! I've gone to several Mediterranean restaurants and this one is really the best. They have indoor and outdoor seating and it's byob. Can't beat it! read more

I always saw this place crowded so I wanted to see what it was all about. The service was good. We started out with fried Zucchini. It was very tasty, then the main course 1.) Mousaka that also was very good, next 2.) Greek Salad with Gyro meet. The Gyro meet was very salty. Nothing special in this place. Would I go back NO. read more

Best Greek food in Bergen County. Fresh delicious great service. Calamari is unbelievable

Stopped in at around 7:45 on a Monday and they were surpisingly pretty busy at that time. Here is what we ordered: Keftedes (seasoned fried meatballs) - the flavor was good but it was a little dry. Lemon and the tzatziki sauce really helped Loukanikos (grilled Greek sausages) - I didn't love this. I think it was too much fennel (?). We also didn't realize this was included in the hot Pikilia. Could be that we didn't read and missed this but a reminder would have been nice, since we did order everything all at once Hot Pikilia (chicken, pork, gyro meat, bifteki, Greek sausage served with pita, tzatziki and rice pilaf) - this was served with fries and it was soo much food. We had enough for leftovers for both me and my husband the next day. The chicken was a bit dry. My favorite was the gyro. I think I would come back but probably stick to the gyro or perhaps try a non meat dish. read more

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Awesome awesome night last night even with the cold cloudy skies we sat outside and had a great dinner. The staff is wonderful and pay attention to detail, and every dish was made perfectly. The food is to die for and delicious. Don't miss out on Sophia's you will not be disappointed. read more

Food was fresh and delicious! Service is what lead me to give less stars. Though they often checked in on you, it became annoying to myself and my friend to be asked about 3 times in 15 minutes if we wanted to pack a box to go, while we are still eating. It made us feel unwelcome and rushed. The ambiance was cozy and I like that it was byob. I would not mind eating again here for takeout, but not for dine in. read more

The food here is always consistent and there are some real winner items. The lamb gyro is a great go to here for lunch or dinner. The fried Zucchini appetizer with tzatziki is great and very crispy. Absolutely must get the greek yogurt with honey and walnuts as a dessert it's fresh and delicious. read more

B day dinner there last night. Good excellent, service top notch , atmosphere very comfortable . Price right. Will go back many times. Thanks for great experience and happy birthday seranade read more

Welcome to Sofia's. That's the vibe-welcoming. Indoor and outdoor seating whatever the mood strikes you. Service is friendly and attentive. The best part is the food. From start to finish you will not be disappointed. Great appys. Great the grilled octopus tender w a drizzle of lemon. Dip trio great for sharing. Soups are wonderful but don't fill up yet. Sofia's chicken a crowd pleaser. Save room for a piece of baklava to share. Have been coming here for years and always leave with a smile on my face. read more

Sofia's Mediterranean Grill - Grilled Octopus appetizer - Greek Near Me - Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

I love this place and visit there whenever I can. My favorite restaurant in the Teterboro/Hasbrouck Heights area. It has the BEST whole fish Chilean Sea Bass anywhere in my opinion. Small and intimate and staff that treats people just right. No surprise it is so popular. I'm a pilot and always eat out - trust me - this is top notch!!! read more

Sofia's is a cute BYOB restaurant with an inviting outdoor dining space. The food was bursting with flavor and was very fresh. I loved how the pita sandwiches had tons of yummy tzatziki sauce and perfectly grilled meat. The pitas, both in the sandwiches and as an accompaniment to the hummus, were soft and fresh. There were an array of specials for the day, but we had our hearts on the pita sandwiches, which were not disappointing in the least bit! The service was also excellent! I look forward to visiting again soon. read more

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Our favorite Greek restaurant. Amazing consistent, authentic and delicious food. We've been coming here for years and they never disappoint. The service is always friendly and welcoming. I had to post a new review because the swordfish (special) was out if this world. So delicious. It's BYOB and next door they just opened a coffee and dessert shop. read more

Sofia's Mediterranean Grill - (Special) Swordfish over roasted potatoes and corn. So delicious - Greek Near Me - Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey

We enjoyed a lovely and truly authentic dinner! Great service, beautiful atmosphere, and fresh Greek cuisine! Fried feta, keftedes, lamb kokinisto,souvlaki platter, and creamy Greek yogurt with honey and walnuts. We will be back soon! read more

Excellent service, friendly staff, reasonable prices. I'm still craving their lamb chops, roasted potatoes and chicken soup.

Prices are pretty high for mediocre food. Both orders of fries we got were soggy and stale. Menu also isn't clear and pretty confusing so make sure you ask what comes with it before you get stuck paying for a $13 side salad. read more

Fabulous service on a busy Friday night. Started with stuffed grape leaves appetizer. Delicious. Perfectly done with hot pita on side. Then the fried eggplant and zucchini appetizer which I could have eaten for dinner. Serving was huge! Then we each had a "sandwich". Shrimp was perfectly cooked and the biftek was amazing. Feta, tomato, tzatziki on the pita was on point. So full didn't have any dessert but can't wait to go back and have the baklava. read more

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Amazing food, service and a clean crisp ambiance! I went all out and got the 5 meat (hot pikilia) after we started off with a delectable horiatiki salad. My dinner company got the fish on special which was branzino. I recommend, and I will be back without a doubt. read more

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