The food was mediocre at best and expensive. The ambience was nice and the server friendly.

In St Anthony just off of Silver Lake Road, in the location where some barbecue place was previously, is Sofra Kitchen. I have not been able to get there until recently and they've been open for quite some time, but wow am I not disappointed! I ordered stuffed cabbage and a beef doner with some fries and a drink. I shared this meal with my friend and it was super filling and absolutely fantastic. The wrap was warm and toasty. The beef was seasoned very well and was not overly salty or spicy, the lettuce and tomato were perfect. The fries could have used a little salt, but honestly they were fine just as they were. I ordered cabbage stuffed with rice. They were offered in the same light as stuffed grape leaves, and since I love stuffed grape leaves and have never had a cabbage leaf stuffed the very same way, I decided to give it a try. I love cabbage rolls that are stuffed with meat and rice in general, and these little cabbage leaves were just as tasty as a stuffed grape leaf. The service was great and the food came out quickly and piping hot! I will definitely be back. read more

Sofra Kitchen - Beef Doner with fries. # 2 - Beef Doner Sandwich - Mediterranean Near Me - Saint Anthony, Minnesota

Super interesting cultural experience and new tastes! I'm pretty sure Mama opened the door for us and then went back to cook our delicious meal. Go with an open attitude and a sense of adventure. read more

I went at 11:30 AM on a Friday for a pickup order. There was only one table occupied in the restaurant. This parking lot can get busy, but there is plenty of parking closer to the grocery store for overflow. Food 3/5: I got the chicken doner sandwich, lentil soup, and baklava. With tip I paid $35. The chicken doner sandwich was overall my favorite. The balance of flavor between the chicken/tomato/onion/and garlic sauce was fantastic. I did have quite a few pieces of meat that were burnt/tough/very dry so overall 3/5. The lentil soup was ok. I took a few sips and that was enough. It overall lacked salt, but was a nice to have on a cold day 2/5. The baklava was very delicious and very sweet 4/5. I'd love to see an addition of the option to get extra garlic sauce on the side. Service 3/5: the food was done when it said it was going to be done. Something to note if you're ordering pickup, their system says when you ordered it and doesn't tell you the time it will be ready. There was only a single employee working in the front and she was taking someone's order so I had to wait (not a big deal) but I could see this being a problem on days they are busy. There was no silverware included in my to go order. Ambiance: the restaurant is open concept and from past experience from other restaurants in this same space, it can get very loud when busy. Overall they've done a great job cleaning it up and it has a clean feel. Overall it's great to see another restaurant in this area. I'd definitely come back for the chicken sandwich, but wasn't overly impressed with the rest. read more

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I was really excited to try a new spot near my place a few months ago, so I headed to Sofra for lunch. When I walked in, I wasn't sure if I was supposed to wait to be seated or just pick a table. After I sat down, it took about ten minutes before anyone came over, even though no one was in line and the staff member was just standing at the counter. I was hoping the food would make up for the confusion, but it didn't. It was barely warm and made us question how fresh it actually was. The dishes seem to lack spices/flavor we expected. The prices were okay, but nothing impressive. Overall we left feeling pretty underwhelmed and hope others have a better experience. read more

First visit. My daughter wanted to go because she was there once before. We only tried 4 dishes (coupla appetizers, dinner, and dessert). Everything was so flavorful and delicious. I couldn't recommend more! read more

We had a delicious meal at Sofra Kitchen. The food was somewhat similar to Spitz but had a much larger variety of dishes and desserts. The food is Turkish and was our first time ordering Turkish food. The first two people I spoke to had difficulty communicating with me but one of them grabbed the owner and he spoke perfect English so I got all of my questions answered and he was very helpful In explaining the menu to us. The owner is very nice and wants to make you happy and comfortable with their menu. I highly recommend trying their food. We are looking forward to going back and try more different items on the menu. The place is decorated very cute and they offer a large selection of imported beverages as well. read more

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I really wanted to love this place. Sigh. I adore Turkish food and was excited that this restaurant was minutes away from my home. Located in Saint Anthony, Sofra has an open casual vibe for dining. Each table has info about Turkey that was fun to read. The waitress was also very sweet. Water was offered right away and there were dates at the table which hit the spot for folks who are fasting for Ramadan. That was a nice touch but unfortunately the rest of the food was pretty meh. We ordered the cheese pide - like a cheese pizza but with buttered breading and without the tomato sauce. My kiddo said it was "okay." My other child got the stuffed grape leaves, a chicken wrap and fries. The wrap was okay, kind of greasy but the garlic sauce helped out according to my teen. He also mentioned that the fries weren't fresh or even hot really. We were shocked at the amount of grape leaves since the pic in the menu showed WAY more. The teen said it was "not bad but too much olive oil." I got the Adana Kebap meal which came with rice, bread, fries, salad, beef kabab's. The meat was not fresh, over cooked (hard to pull apart actually), and not super appealing. The seasoning on it was good though. The same issue with the fries - old and cold. The bread was good and so was the rice. There was a grilled tomato, green pepper, and salad which was plain old salad with no dressing or dips. It might have been a bit better with cacek (like Turkish tzatziki) or toum (garlic) sauce. After the meal, we saw another family being offered baklava and tea by the manager/owner just to try it out but unfortunately or maybe fortunately we weren't. I guess I could have requested some but I didn't want to pay more after what we ate. In addition to the blah food was the extra service charge for one or more person. I understand if it's a larger group but that evening it was me and two of my kids. I usually tip quite well for good service and tasty food but I deducted some for the service charge that I already paid. I don't think I'll go back for lunch or dinner again but there were plenty of sweets that looked appealing and I might give them a try for that maybe or maybe not. read more

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I lived in Southern Turkey for 8 years, and have been looking for a place to get good Lahmacun and Pide in Minnesota since moving home about a decade ago. The Lahmacun and Pide at Sofra really measures up to Turkish standards. The Lahmacun could have a little more flavor/spice, but the price is so good. You can also have traditional Turkish beverages, so for $11, we got a small salad, two Lahmacun, and a drink - a better deal than going to McDonalds! and great authentic ethnic foods. If you like Turkish food, this place is worth trying. The staff are also amazing and the baklava is excellent. read more

So very excited to have our first Bosnian /Turkish restaurant in Minnesota finally!! The food was delicious!! I ordered the Cevapi plate which comes with lots of food (cevapi, fries, salad, bread, ajvar). For dessert I ordered the Kadayif dessert which tastes so yummy and Turkish tea. The service was great all the workers are very welcoming and friendly. They have lots of delicious desserts to choose from. Very clean restaurant and on each table they put facts about different parts of Turkey and Bosnia & Herzegovina. Definitely will come again!! read more

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Sofra is the perfect family-run restaurant experience. They serve a huge variety of great traditional Turkish food. They have a large baked goods counter with both savory and sweet items, in addition to a substantial menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are things served here that I don't believe you will find elsewhere in the Twin Cities. They have the most traditional iskender kebap I've seen here (in photos). This is a must try. read more

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This place is AMAZING! Best Turkish coffee I have had in Minneapolis by far. Always looking for a perfect cup! The food was incredible as well. Our server was so sweet and the whole experience was incredible. Ignore the review about slow service. This place is brand new ajust getting started and doing a great job at that. Wonderful experience and beautiful decorations. While we were waiting for our food to-go the waitress brought us tea. Overall the best! read more

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What a fantastic find! I love Turkish food and have missed it so much. The Turkish breakfast was such a delightful reminder of great meals in Turkije! You must try this out! read more

I went there for a late lunch. There were 4 people in the restaurant. I waited almost 45 minutes and the waitress said it's almost done. After an hour, they told me she didn't order my food. They then brought out a meal I did not order. I would never recommend anyone eat here. The food was average at best. Very disappointed. The manager felt that the best way to apologize was to give me a baklava for free, which I left on the table. read more

This was my second visit to Sofra Kitchen. I went for breakfast, and ordered Menemen, which are scrambled eggs in a tomato, green pepper, onion saucy mix, with crusty bread on the side. It was excellent... so healthy as well... I also ordered a Turkish coffee, which is very good as well. Service was super friendly. They were not busy, and offered me an additional spinach pie, which was very good too. They also brought me some Turkish tea. It is plain black tea in a glass, but due to their special brewing process, it was delicious. I was surprised, and will be sure to order it at my next visit, when I plan to try some of their lunch or dinner offerings... This is a wonderful place... I hope more people continue to discover it! read more

Review your prices and improve your customer service skills. I actually encountered the same attitude in Istanbul but still surprised to experience it here. read more

My wife brought food from Sofra Kitchen. Amazing! she and her sister loved it. I'll be definitely eating/take out from there. read more

First off, I could have been having lunch in Istanbul. Truly authentic. A great varied menu. Order at the counter and find a table; your food will find you. It took a bit to get our order, but you can tell this isn't a fast food joint with the first bite. The space is very inviting. read more

Good food and service and unique food offerings. This will be a nice addition to the neighborhood.

Food mid at best. Service needs to improve. Plates being served to wrong tables a few times, including mine. Long wait. The place needs to figure out what type of place it want to be. Place looks pretty, but i guess thats where they put all their effort. read more

The food was delicious and the portions generous. I enjoyed my visit and plan to return

Sofra Kitchen, located at 3900 Silver Lake Rd NE in Saint Anthony, Minnesota, is a family-run restaurant specializing in traditional Turkish cuisine. The menu features a wide variety of authentic dishes, including kebabs, mezes, and freshly baked goods. The restaurant's interior is described as bright, airy, and welcoming, adorned with art and numerous plants that contribute to a pleasant dining atmosphere. The service is great! Sofra Kitchen offers breakfast, lunch and dinner!! read more

It has many things in it's favor such as atmosphere, décor, clean, friendly staff and an extensive menu. However, the food was very, very mediocre. I don't intend to be dramatic or mean but if you don't focus on your food very soon everything you've put into your restaurant will be lost. read more

Ordered take out an hour before close. The staff was attentive and kind. They were very generous and gave me a cup of tea while I waited. I ordered the Lahmacun which was a flavorful appetizer. We also got the Cevapi plate, Adana Kebap, and the Iskender Kebap to have family style. Everyone loved it and had a different favorite. We also had a few desserts which were tasty and fresh. Overall everything was rich and delicious! I'll be back! read more

I was not greeted when I came in, no signs as to seat yourself or order at the counter. All of the tabletops in the booths had smears of food on them. Even a laminated picture of Istanbul had food on it. The staff was very friendly and polite. The kebab meal was very expensive for what was essentially ground beef, white rice, salad and french fries. The pistachio baklava tasted stale. The food otherwise tasted good. Even though they said they had breakfast, there were only 2 breakfast items on the menu. I will not return. read more

Authentic Turkish food. Hubs is Turkish and he enjoyed chatting with the owner and cook over a glass of tea. Real beef in meat dishes, not the chopped, compressed block you see at some places. read more

Food was great I already been there for 3 times and the design off inside it's beautiful and the staff is friendly

Great Food. I love the small Burek options to go . My favorite is the Meat pie . Also a great place to try different type of desserts.