The Beyti kebab was well-seasoned and cooked properly, with a satisfying richness from the meat and sauce, though it leaned heavier than expected by the end of the plate. The manti stood out more for its comfort than complexity, tender dumplings, yogurt, and a clean garlic-forward profile that felt authentic, even if slightly muted on spice. The ribeye steak medallions were cooked accurately and had good texture, but they were less memorable compared to the rest of the menu. In contrast, the mixed grill platter was the strongest showing of the night, offering variety and consistent execution across different meats, which is not easy to do well. Everything was flavorful without feeling overworked. The mixed meat pide was satisfying and hearty, though on the richer side. It's filling and best approached as a shared dish rather than an add-on. Turkish tea was straightforward and comforting, doing exactly what it should after a heavy meal. Overall, Sofra delivers a traditional, well-executed Turkish dinner with generous portions and a focus on consistency rather than reinvention. Best enjoyed family-style, pacing the meal thoughtfully to fully appreciate the depth of the menu without fatigue. read more

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This place is always great! The service is friendly, the food is delicious... I've ordered many things from their menu over the past couple of years and have never been disappointed... I love to order hummus and pita to start... the flatbread pizzas (not really the name) are so tasty and filling... the platter with just about everything in it, beef, many, chicken, bread, and salad can't be beat! read more

We came midweek for lunch, and although initially we were the only patrons, there was soon a steady flow of people. Firstly, the restaurant is a knockout: Huge, elegant glass lanterns and a central chandelier; trefoil-shaped doorways, comfortable booths and tables to seat 20. The pastry cases immediately to the right of the entrance capture the imagination! We split a dolmas plate to start, and although this may seem like an odd thing to mention, the olive oil poured over it was fantastic. It was a rich green, fruity one, and it might have been the best I've ever had. The mixed grill was a variety of marinated meats over a rice pilaf, with bread and salad. We split a single one, and it was just right for two people! Finally, there were slices of cake: Pistachio and chocolate. Both were excellent! We look forward to returning and trying more of their cooking! read more

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The resturaunt was very large so there was enough seating The food was really good I loved the hummus and I tried one of the pudding desserts and it was awesome ! The service was great and the waiter was super helpful ! read more

If you like Turkish food and who doesn't, you'll love this place I had the Sofra special it's like a Turkish pizza. It was excellent baked to perfection The restaurant is very new, very clean. Tables are well. Spaced staff outstanding explains everything I will definitely go back again But if you're diabetic, please close your eyes. When you walk by the dessert counter everything was so scrumptious . My sugar went up 100 points and I didn't have anything A bakery and a restaurant all in one location outstanding read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery - Sofra special - Turkish Near Me - Depew, New York

Awesome! The place is bright, clean and a touch of elegance with the chandelier! The food was deliciously spiced not hot just very favorable! We got the combo plate all the meat was melt in your mouth tender!! Friendly service! Will definitely return very soon! I forgot pics of food , we were read more

Tucked in a strip mall, Sofra made for a wonderful dinner with a colleague. I tried one of the Turkish pides- the House Special - and loved it. The dough was very soft and flavorful and I enjoyed the mix of toppings. I also tried one of the deserts, a Pistachio cake that was very good. Sofra is worth a stop for desert alone. The staff was very pleasant and the vibe was very formal with great design touches - especially the cool lighting fixtures. read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery - Sofra Special - Turkish Near Me - Depew, New York

Growing up in the Middle East, I am very picky about by Middle Eastern food. That being said, we decided to try out Sofra. We tried a variety of kebabs I was familiar with. The variety of kebabs were made well, seasoned well, and not dry. The Pides were just as I remember them tasting when I was a child, so I was fond of them too. The restaurant was clean, large, but it seemed empty. Maybe they need more tables or some type of cozy feel. Either way, my wife and I loved this place and cant wait to come back. Oh, and if you arent familiar with Turkish or Arabic food, Sofra has a pretty awesome website, where they clearly show what each food item looks like, describes it accurately, and their prices are listed too. read more

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Yum! Enjoyed a delicious lunch at Sofra including 1 piece of lahmacun as an appetizer (which was large and could be shared by at least 2 people), and the (vegetarian) mushroom pide, which when I added the crushed red pepper on the table to it, took it from good to amazing! I got three bite size desserts to take home which were also good, but I think next time I'll opt to try to delicious cakes. Service was also great! Food came out in a reasonable amount of time, and our waiter was friendly and attentive. I can't wait to come here again! read more

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First time eating Turkish style food. The place is very large, clean and very warm and inviting. It appears they are doing work to add more tables as well. Our server was super sweet. The food was good. Not sure what I was expecting, I thought maybe overly spiced but it was not. The portion were very generous. The menu is large, I did enjoy on the back page there were chef recommendations. My only thing, I wished the menu had a bit more explanations of the dish, not being Turkish, some of the items were not clear, so I had to spend some time googling. We started the meal with some Turkish tea and Turkish coffee and the baba ganoush and pita which were good. the pita had a flavor I had never had before it was really good. I got the beyti kebab, it was tasty. The meat seasoned nicely with what I now know what wrapped in a tortilla type item. I did not like the yogurt sauce by itself but when I ate it with the kebab it was very good. I was with friends who had the mixed grill, which was very very good and the homemade manti which was a pasta dish. The pasta was so silky and flavorful. The bakery.... AMAZING! There were so many options. We had the baklava which I will say maybe the best I've ever had! I also got a bunch of different type of cookies to take home, and just delicious. The pastry chef here has talent! I definitely need go back with so many other options to try. Also, they have bidet in the bathroom!! read more

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Good service. Food was delicious. Had the doner kebab. The meat came on rice with a side of lettuce tomato onion and purple cabbage. Also came with bread I'm not normally a bread person but this bread was great. They have a large bakery case as well with cookies, cakes, baklava and other items. read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery - Doner kebab - Turkish Near Me - Depew, New York

3 of us enjoyed dinner here, the other 2 had never been before. We weren't very creative in our ordering in that all of us ordered the combination platter. It was delicious, as before. We started off with an order of baba ganoush, accompanied by fresh bread. Finished up by ordering and sharing 3 desserts. The favorite was one I hadn't seen before: a citrus/dark chocolate "pudding". Also enjoyed another pudding-type dessert, with pistachio bits throughout and on top. The last one was a bar of sorts, chocolate and ??. Service was friendly, water could have been refilled more quickly, but that's minor. The restaurant is large, tables well spaced, numerous booths. Not an intimate space, but perfect for lingering (we were there almost 3 hours!), conversation, trying new foods. read more

I really enjoyed this restaurant for several reasons. The dessert case is delightful! The food is good. The young couple who own it are such hard workers. The restaurant is a large space and it was filled with lots of happy families when we were there. I ordered what is called a Mushroom Pide. It's a thick dough that is filled with a variety of vegetables. It was good, not necessarily mushroom but it was still good. Everyone else order mixed kebab dinners which they all thought were delicious. The menu is extensive so there should be something for everyone. I love a good dessert case and theirs spoke directly to me. I could easily go just for that and every single thing I got from it ( which was a lot) was delicious. I strongly recommend that you get something from that case!! read more

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Met up with some friends for lunch here this week. It was a little hard to find since Google Maps brought me to the Wegmans on Dick Road and go through the parking lot to the restaurant. First impression when I walked in was how clean the place was. The menu was pretty big with lots of variety. I think it would have been a little more helpful to have the waitress talk about the menu and what other people typically ordered. I enjoyed the kebabs i ordered along with the baba ghanoush appetizer we shared. The other dishes my friends got were just okay. Just not my cup of tea. The dessert case on the way out is a 10 out of 10. I honestly wished I lived closer to try everything in the case! We did try the baklava which was really good. I would definitely come back to try other items on the menu First time I have ever been to a Turkish restaurant but willing to check out other items. read more

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Sofra is truly one of Buffalo's hidden gems! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed by a beautiful atmosphere and outstanding hospitality. The food is fresh, authentic, and full of incredible flavor, and don't leave without trying the desserts--they're absolutely amazing! If you're looking to experience authentic Turkish cuisine, I highly recommend Sofra. It's definitely a place you'll want to visit again! read more

I have been meaning to check this spot out for awhile since they opened a few months ago. I live nearby so it would be great to add a new spot to my usual selection of places close to home when I don't feel like cooking. I am happy that I finally checked it out! We went over for lunch and it blew away my expectations. First of all, you would never know how big the inside is until you go in. It's HUGE! There are some booths and other tables available with a huge case for their bakery products too. Being new to Turkish food, I was a little lost when I opened the menu. The owner was working and came over to help us navigate what would be good for lunch and explain what some of the menu entailed. We ended up getting some pides. Both of them were huge portions. We ended up splitting some of each which is the best way to try new food. The mixed meat pide was delicious. It reminded me of a pizza or calzone with the meat and cheese on the bread. I would definitely get that again. The desserts were incredible in the case. There were cookies, cakes, puddings, tiramisus, you name it. I opted for the carrot cake which was very good! The cake was moist and the cream cheese frosting in between the layers was phenomenal. RUN, don't walk and try this new spot out. It has everything you could want in a restaurant and if you're new to this kind of cuisine, they will help you find something you will love. I will definitely be back! read more

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5 food- very tasty authentic Turkish cuisine. Fresh. Flavorful. Presentation is nice. Dessert cases upon entry will delight you! Halal. Grilled meats were seasoned well, the pickles cabbage and onions and rice complemented. Enjoyed the gyro pide. A pizza-like crust filled with gyro in the center. Good appetizer to share. 3-4 service - family run restaurant just starting up. Spread thin with many diners. You must have a little patience and time. The family is working hard. This is their second restaurant. First one still run by other family members in Rochester NY. 4 - ambiance. Family style dinner. Used to be a Chinese restaurant it seems. Chandelier is lovely. Clean and comfortable. Great addition to WNY! Gastronomical and cultural delight! read more

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Went for lunch and though I've had some offerings of Turkish cuisine it was the first time I've tried a Pide. As our server described, it's essentially a Turkish pizza or flatbread. I got the Sofra special Pide, which came with Turkish pastrami, Turkish sausage, ground meat, mushrooms, and topped with Kashar cheese and egg. At first, I wasn't sure how I'd feel with all those different things on it, but it was delicious and tasted just as good for leftovers. It was a good size too, and definitely something that could be shareable. My friend also got one as well that was similar, called the Mix Pide. I also got a drink, which was a canned Apricot juice beverage, which was refreshing. And to wrap things up for dessert, I got the Lotus cake which was essentially a Biscoff's cookies cake! It was a good-sized slice but I forgot to take a picture before I started eating it, lol. Definitely looking forward to returning in the future to try more things off the menu, especially the dessert offerings. read more

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No tourist crowds here & no crazy tourist trap prices! While visiting the Niagara Falls area my husband was craving authentic home style Turkish food. Sofra made our last day in the area a happy memorable one with every dish being perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned and delicious. The Kimali pide, mixed grill, lamb chops, manti, & lamacun were all so delicious we left so stuffed. They also have an extensive bakery & desert selection but we unfortunately could not fit another bite. It all looked so good tho. Service was excellent. The space is airy, spotlessly clean, new & elegant with minimalist decor. There's parking out front and the prices are reasonable. If you want an excellent meal I highly recommend Sofra. You will thoroughly enjoy your dining experience here. read more

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Yummy yummy so delicious! Everything was so fresh and tasty. We started with the hummus and bread so so tasty! We also split the chicken and shish kabob with rice both again were very good! For dessert I tried the rice pudding and we also tried the tiramasu again delicious! There is a ton of seating here and to be honest the service wasn't great. Needed to ask for almost everything ourselves and they really need to turn some of the lights either down or off because it's absurdly bright inside. That said the food overshadows all of it and I'll be back 100 percent for sure! read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery - Turkish Near Me - Depew, New York

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Alhamdulillah for the newest addition to Buffalo's great food scene and halal to match! I'm grateful to write the first review on its opening day! What a great way to break fast during Ramadan! I heard many different languages including Turkish, so Sofra already has support from folks! The menu is packed with many classic Turkish dishes that show the regional influences. I started with Ezogelin (lentil soup) that came with thick bread. Delish. I got some hummus to go but then tucked into the Beyti Kabab, which I had honestly never had before (beef kababs wrapped in a pastry shell) with yogurt sauce. The place was packed and I'm excited to watch this place grow! Also, they have TONS of baked goods and sweets. read more

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Sofra is the only Turkish restaurant in the Buffalo area. Mohammed, the owner, personally oversees everything and ensures the food and baked goods are of exceptional quality. The food is authentic and superb and the service is very attentive. The restaurant is scrupulously clean, well-lit, and spacious. The staff are very accommodating for persons with disabilities --I move around via a walker and my wife has a service dog. There is ample parking outside. Make sure you leave room for dessert! read more

Bustling restaurant on a Saturday evening; we were promptly seated and given menus at one of the many booths. Most of the seating is in booths, but there are a few tables along one side of the wall. My husband ordered the mixed grill and I ordered the lamb chops, but I was told they were out, at least for the dinner portion. They still did have the lollipop lamb chops to use in the mixed grill so I ordered that also. This is a very Spartan setup, and there's not much in the way of ambience. As for drinks, we were to pick out what non-alcoholic drink we wanted. The food was served fairly quickly on plastic plates with the tiniest napkins you could imagine The portion of food on the mixed grill was quite substantial. We had several types of beef, and lollipop land chop, plus chicken breast. Everything had been grilled over charcoal so it had that distinctive flavoring. The meat was sitting on top of rice, along side a small serving of diced onions and tomatoes with some shredded cabbage. I don't think we saw the server again after our meals were served. They were quite busy and they definitely have limited staffing. It would take a while for tables to be bussed after patrons left. The mixed grill was $24.99 which I thought was a bit high but we did get a lot of meat. I would have liked to have had a more more rounded meal with a little less emphasis on meat and a vegetable to fill out the plate. I ordered tea and it came in the tiniest little glass cup; it was like three sips. The saving Grace was the pastry case. Wow! The items did not have names or labels on them. We just ordered what looked good and took home two small boxes of goodies. I have to say everything we had in the pastry case was quite good. It's not inexpensive but it was a birthday celebration so this was a treat I like supporting small businesses, but I think I'll let them work off some of the rough edges before I return read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery - Spacious seating area with a mix of booths and tables - Turkish Near Me - Depew, New York

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When you walk in, the restaurant is quite spacious with a dessert case on your right. The desserts all look like works of art! We received friendly service with a smile. My friend is gluten free & though the server did not know much about gf, she asked the chef and was able to offer up suitable options. We got the babaganoush as an app and shared the mixed grill plate. The bread that came with the babaganoush was light, fluffy, flavorful and fresh! A definite highlight of the meal. We were also brought sliced carrot for my friend to dip in it. The babaganoush itself had a nice smokey flavor and was more yogurty than I expected... I thought I'd pick up more on the eggplant. The mixed grill was good as well. The meats were well seasoned and cooked well. For dessert we got the rice pudding, a chocolate covered cake dome that had bananas, strawberries & whipped cream in it and pistachio cheesecake. My friend thought the pudding was ok, but prefers one with cinnamon in it. We both thought the pistachio cheesecake was not very pistachio tasting despite having crushed nuts on top. I enjoyed the cake dome. We both agreed we would come back! read more

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Went here for the first time tonight. Authentic Turkish cuisine. A large place with room for everyone. Service was great and very friendly. Food was delicious. Çay of course to drink among other things. Deserts are plentiful and awesome. Great place for a large family, kids or just a couple. We will definitely go back! read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery recently opened in Depew/Buffalo. Finally, after opening a second location in Henrietta, the owners of Aş Evi, have opened a location in Buffalo. I've been begging for years and dreams do come true, with time- ha! Sofra offers a similar menu to the other two locations in Rochester plus a large bakery section, like the Henrietta location. The quality of the food is just as good. This location is much bigger than the other two and offers ample seating, which is especially good for Ramadan. They play traditional Turkish music in the background which is lovely. Absolutely phenomenal. Give Sofra a try! My personal favorite is the beyti kebab. Sonunda Buffalo has Turkish food, çok şükür. read more

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Amazing food! The baba ganoush was silky and delicious. We had a couple plates of the mixed grill and I couldn't believe the intricacy of spices. A great place, with incredible desserts (baklava )! Don't miss this gem!! read more

Doner kebab not At ALL what I would expect pieces of bread? And some salad? What is this?? read more

Sofra Restaurant and Bakery - Turkish Near Me - Depew, New York

Amazing food. Never ever disappoints. Service is little slow but food is worth the wait. Very reasonable prices . Desserts are delicious too. Nice decent ambiance read more

Food is great ! Desserts are out of this world! Staff is great too! We keep coming back!

Everything was amazing I want to go again! The interior was perfect though busy, I would love to work on my computer and drink coffee there and have desserts. read more

It's unusual to see lamb chops on a menu !for $24.00 usually they are double the amount!!!! Well they came medium rare the way my dad always told me to order them !!!and they were terrific!!!!Paul had Beyti Kebab it came piping hot!!we shared it big portions we actually took some home !!! I definitely recommend this restaurant you won't be disappointed God Bless Debbie read more

I cannot praise this Turkishrestaurant and its bakery highly enough. The Turkish decor is attractive and the service is attentive and friendly, The pides are delicious; we recommend the pizza pide and the kofta pide. And the deserts at the bakery!!! The cookies and sweets are as tasty as they are beautiful. You will love this little taste of Istanbul in Depew. read more

We were staying at a hotel near the airport so, you use Yelp when you looking for more than a burger. I don't know anything about Turkish food but I'm convert after eating here. There is something about the sauces that was a delight and a unique taste. The portions were substantial, I wish I had room for the wonderful looking pastries. The restaurant looks like a converted store so it's not the most intimate restaurant and it's in a half empty strip mall but don't let that put you off. A plus is the friendly family staff plus they are open on Sunday, which many restaurants were not open. Give the place a try I believe it's well worth the visit. read more

Service is a little slow, but the food is excellent and the desserts and bakery are fantastic. We have been several times and I'm sure we will be back again. read more

Amazing and authentic Turkish food. Everything is super flavorful and freshly made, and they offer lots of dishes that are difficult to find (manti, kunafeh). The beef lahmacun is ethereal. It is a flavorful dough, a bit flaky, a bit elastic, with minced beef and fresh vegetables. The manti are addictive, with a delicate dough and a tangy yogurt sauce. The mix grill is well served with a variety of meats and vegetables. For dessert, the warm kunafeh with a small cup of their strong coffee (which is smooth and not bitter at all) is perfection. Their pastry selection is excellent, lots of unique cakes and sweets and some familiar ones too. I can't wait to go back and try more things. Also, very friendly service. read more

Service is great, everyone that works here is so nice. The quality of the food is amazing and they are usually pretty quick in preparing orders! read more

What a great restaurant near Buffalo Airport. The food was fantastic. We ordered three dishes and shared. I ordered the mixed grill kabob. My son ordered the Mushroom Pide which is like a mushroom pizza. Don't recall what my wife ordered but it was all delicious. They have a large number of deserts to order since they are also a bakery. You may want to take a look at the case while your food is being prepared. The interior is very large and would make a good party venu with room for dancing, if they rent it out. If I make it out to Buffalo again, this would be a preferred restaurant to have lunch or dinner. read more

Had supper here on a recent trip to Buffalo - lentil soup, stuffed grape leaves, shish kebab with rice. Everything was delicious with excellent portions (a good combination), served by a friendly waitress. Everything in the bakery counter looked great but I only saved enough room for a couple of chocolate & coconut cake balls that went down well with the Turkish tea. This will be my first stop for supper on my next time in the area. read more

The food was incredible and the baklava was out of this world. I spent quite a bit of time in Turkey years ago and I miss the food so much. I'm glad I found this place. Normally when I'm passing through Buffalo I would stop at the Anchor bar or some other wing place but no more. This is my new meal to eat before my flight out. read more