Sofra is a great addition to Woodley Park. The food is delicious, and staff are very attentive. I enjoyed the chicken souvlaki, baklava, and Turkish coffee and tea were lovely on a cold day. read more

I had a very disappointing experience here. All of our food was served cold, which is unacceptable for dishes like Turkish kebabs that should be hot and freshly prepared. The entire order came out in about 10 minutes, which made it seem like everything was pre-cooked and just reheated. The French fries were clearly undercooked and tasted raw. The ayran was also extremely diluted more like salted water than a proper yogurt drink. We brought these issues to the staff and asked to speak with a manager, but no one came. Instead, our concerns were dismissed. We barely touched the food because the quality was so poor. Overall, very disappointing service and food. read more

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We went here for Valentine's Day for dinner. The entrance was weird and the seating was odd. Its very small and the tables are close together. When I approached the hostess stand which is at the entrance of the kitchen and bathroom. You have to walk through the restaurant and figure out where/who the hostess is to get seated. We changed seatings a couple of times. It took some time for them to get our order. When the host came over he asked are you ready to order. We were trying to ask questions because it was not mentioned they were on a grand prixe fix menu. We ordered, the appetizers came right out but the drinks were received half way through us finishing our meal. They didn't check on us, we had to ask for someone to clear our table. When they did they brought out baklava but not the tea that came with the dessert. Overall the food was juaf okay not sure if we will come back.. read more

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I went in with a friend and we had a great time. There is a patio and indoor seating, while it was a sunny day, we opted to eat indoors since still a bit chilly. I would recommend making a reservation since there are a limited number of tables. Our server was great and was quick to take our order. The food menu has so many good items, but we settled on some apps to share. Everything was so delicious. The shrimp came out sizzling and hot. We also ordered a side of rice for the shrimp which was perfect. The falafel came with hummus on the bottom, so if you aren't looking for a ton of hummus, this would probably satiate your appetite. I would definitely go back and split several apps again. read more

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Well, let's see. I ordered lamb chops, not available. I ordered beef with onions and peppers, it tasted like Chef Boyrdee canned meat, UGH. My friends entree had hair in it. She also told them she was allergic to lemons and wanted limes in her sparkling water. The water was delivered with squeezed lemons and pulp. The service was slow and the food sub-par This restaurant was shockingly bad and a major disappointment read more

Stopped into this place after a trip to the zoo. We were looking for place to sit outside on this beautiful Friday afternoon and enjoy a glass of wine and a small snack. Sofra did not disappoint. We ordered the hummus and falafel. Both were delicious and loved the fried onions on top. Then enjoyed the baklava. Delicious Highly recommend!! read more

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I wish I could have the signature beyti every day for dinner. I don't eat a ton of meat but this was outstanding! I was at dinner with a friend and despite some kind of disturbance outside, the wait staff never faltered and our water was always full. It's a super cute place on the smaller side, but has outdoor dining space for larger parties. Definitely looking forward to eating here again. read more

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This new Turkish place in Woodley Park was excellent. Tasty Turkish food (we had the zucchini fritters to start, chicken souvlaki, and delicious white beans in tomato sauce), friendly service, and a nice ambiance inside. They even had live music when we had dinner on Friday. A nice, cozy new addition to the neighborhood! read more

Let me first say, this is a gem of a restaurant and perhaps a new favorite of mine and I am so grateful it's near my home. From the moment my friend and I walked into Sofra, we felt it was a warm welcoming atmosphere. It was cozy and felt like you were part of the family. My friend and I went at an off time for a late Sunday lunch which was a lovely time as it was not too busy. Our experience matched what their website so beautifully stated about the restaurant. It was an incredible experience for mind, body, soul and taste buds! We enjoyed EVERYTHING we ordered. It was marvelous. The menu is designed in such a way, it can be enjoyed as family style. When we looked over the menu, everything sounded incredible. The pictures were very alluring and had us wanting to try everything. We decided on the Shrimp and Garlic, Chicken Shish and Manti. The flavors were just incredible-- a marvelous balance as well. We loved each dish. The bread and Turkish tea were wonderful too. We ended our 2 hour dining experience with another round of Turkish tea and baklava (which is made fresh everyday). I will definitely be back with friends and family! read more

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Finally had a chance to try Sofra and it really exceeded my expectations! Food was great, service was wonderful and we loved the live music. Will absolutely be back! read more

One and done. We've been looking forward to try this place for awhile as we've heard great reviews for the last few months. The food was good, but the cocktails were too sweet and the service was Dreadful. There were two other tables so no reason for it. I was willing to overlook it to a degree, but the ultimate insult was seeing an automatic 20% tip for barely existent service. DC restaurants have had a bad enough time over the years adjusting to COVID, an well-meaning but Ill-conceived Initiative 82, and now a roll out of Brown-Shirts and National Gardeners timed to crush tourists and local businesses. There's a lot of great options nearby, but for here, We won't be back read more

Gaslighting criminals who intentionally withhold Norton and cause harm and will burn in hell. First there is no greeter at a restaurant, you have to walk in to the bar to ask to be seated. Second, I asked for hot water. Initially I was given tea, which was removed while I had nothing. And then the water was scalding hot, so hot that even after at a cold water, I burn my tongue, which persists after I have left the restaurant and will likely take a while to heal. I had to beg for bread. After half an hour, I still had no food and had to ask for that as well. I had asked for no oil on my food, and added to the server later that I also wanted no oil on the vegetables. When I was served early vegetables, the server only argued with me about what I had said, even though she had not understood or bother to clarify what I was telling her. Toward the end of my meal I was given roasted vegetables without potatoes or the assortment that have been in the only vegetables, hence less nourishment and fiber and complex carbohydrates. They claim not to know how many ounces were in the fish they were serving. I also explicitly said that I could not eat salty or spicy or acidic food. When they brought the vegetables without oil, they brought tomato and onion, which I cannot eat; I can only eat the zucchini. They gave me three to go containers, as if I would take home food that I cannot eat. Temperature of the restaurant repeatedly fluctuated throughout the meal, not because of many people coming in and out, there was very little business., Which is what they deserve. Do not be deceived by the website which falsely claims that they have salad and would be a good place to go. Aside from repeatedly bringing scalding hot water,At no point did the server ask how I was doing or if I needed anything. I had to beg for everything. No one seemed to care that I had to rely on my own supply of cold water to dilute the water that was too hot, my own celery and apple for dietary fiber and balance. When I pointed it out to the server, she said only that she "didn't have time for this" and angrily stormed off and was even more rude. What kind of fake Greek Turkish restaurant does not have salad or honey?! This is a b******t gaslighting fake establishment that only intends to cause harm and deny nourishment. read more

Can we address the cat in the room, or restaurant? It smells like badly masked cat pee in the restaurant, which was slightly overwhelming to eat in. If your nose is not as smell critical as mine, then onto the food we go, which was very, very mediocre. The dips are under seasoned, the bread, which is supposed to be pita, is super thick and has the texture resembling a rock. The wine and beer is incredibly overpriced and the selection is not great. Also, a 20% gratuity is added to all bills. Overall, this is a one and done location for me . But try your luck if you so choose, I stuck mainly to the appetizers, so maybe the main dishes are better. The service was nice and quick. No complaints. read more

THE WORST PLACE FOR ANY GLUTEN FREEN PERSON TO GO TO!!!! This establishment poisoned my gf. we told them she was gluten free and they ensured that the food they were bringing out for her was. Thankfully she doesn't have celiac but after the meal came out and we started eating I became concerned because it looked like the rice had gluten-us noodles in it. our original server never came back and I had to flag someone else to ask the question, after the server I asked came back all they said was "Im not sure but there are noodles that are pre mixed into the rice at the start of the day". then later as I ask for the check magically the original server comes back and says sorry they can make a new dish without the gluten that they originally said they were going to bring out. the worst establishment ive ever take her too. never bring a per who is gluten free here. read more

SOFRA is a newer Turkish restaurant in the AdMo area. We came here for an earlier lunch, as we had read that they source their lamb from MD and all their breads are baked in-house. Looking over the menu, we knew we wanted to try some apps as well as some of their kebap entrees: +Fried Vegetables - with potatoes, eggplant, and zucchini, served with yogurt and tomato sauce +Falafel - served with hummus +a Sigara Borek - filled with white cheese and parsley +the Grilled Chicken Wings +Lamb Chops +and, the Adana - ground beef and lamb on skewers The kebap were cooked on charcoal grill, which provided that extra flavor; these entrees were served with rice and a tablaci salad (prepared with tomatoes, parsley, onions, sumac, garlic, and pomegranate molasses). The staff were friendly and attentive, and the interior of this place is cozy and intimate, with dim lighting. +offering Turkish cuisine +friendly service read more

Such a cozy place to eat after going to the Smithsonian zoo! First off the service at this restaurant was top tier. The server was so attentive the moment I stepped into the restaurant-- constantly checking on me to make sure I'm enjoying my meal and had everything I needed. I got the Sofra Beyti which was absolutely delicious & I demolished it in 10 minutes. Then to top it all off they give you a complimentary tea at the end of your meal. Bonus points for having bidets in their restrooms. read more

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The food was amazing, a hint from back home. People serving you are so friendly, even the owner ( creator of the menu) recommends what we had. Bottom line the food and experience was amazing read more

Amazing find! We happened upon this place within one month of their open. We tried several of the appetizers. The owner shared it is locally sourced farm to table. Beautiful decor and friendly service. My favorite was the borek, but the hummus, cauliflower, and halloumi were all delicious. read more

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Got to DC and was REALLY overwhelmed, but walked down the street to this spot after seeing pics of the food and menu online. If I could eat here every day that I'm here, I will. The drinks are amazing, the food is so fresh and doesn't sit heavy in your stomach, and even with short staff and quite a few people in the place, the ambiance is peaceful and allowed me to catch my breath and really enjoy the food and moment! The ruby cocktail is divine read more

Sofra - Grilled salmon, Ruby cocktail - Turkish Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing flavors and very attentive service! The fried cauliflower and the tea were my favorites. read more

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Sofra is such a gem in this neighborhood! I cannot recommend this place enough. The quiet comfortable interior allows for a relaxed and enjoyable meal. The food was divine and the owner Keenan made us feel so taken care of. We came for Father's Day (party of 9) and let Keenan take us into his hands. He brought out all of his speciality home recipes-- Moutabal, Kozleme, Manti-- and then grilled meats. Everything was perfectly cooked, flavorful, fresh, and delicious. He cooks on a charcoal grill so you really won't get the same flavor anywhere else. Keenan repeatedly walked over to ask how we liked the food. He portioned the appetizers out so that there was enough for everyone to try it all. Keenan couldn't have been more thoughtful or friendly as a server. After the meal we had Turkish coffee and Baklava on the outside patio, and on the way out he was kind enough to compliment our family and shake everyone's hand. I feel like we had not just a nice meal but a really special afternoon and found a new gathering place for our family. Definitely visit this amazing restaurant, and make sure you are hungry! read more

Great service! The owners are wonderful. The drinks are delicious and the jazz music was so good.

Chef Kenan is the best! Had various dishes and they were all outstanding! Service is excellent! read more

The owner/chef/bartender was an absolute delight, creating the most welcoming environment! We loved everything we ordered (chicken souvlaki, hummus, grilled veggies, mojitos) but the real treats were the surprise items that were delivered to our table on the house (zucchini fritters, fried cauliflower, Turkish tea). Next time we are in DC we will branch out and order from the chef's menu to experience more of these Turkish delights. An easy 5 minute walk from the Omni Shoreham -- highly recommended! read more

Sofra - Empty plates, we loved every bite and didn't think to take pictures until the end! - Turkish Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Absolutely delicious and a great experience. Staff were very attentive and made me u suggestions that I ended up really enjoying. The food is cooked over charcoal grills and that makes for a really unique flavor profile that I loved. read more

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Wow, if you want home cooking on a cold DC night, this is your place. Jacqueline is the best host!

The food is amazing here. Hidden gem in woodley park !!! The mix grill is a must have !! read more

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We were very disappointed by the quality of the food. The manti was frozen packaged manti with no meat. Roca salad was another disappointment and the bean and rice dish had no taste. We got charged 120 dollars for 2 . And we shared one bottle of beer. Pricy and low quality food. Service was fine. It is no fault of the hostess. read more

Good food/service , & environment was nice. It was a nice lunch to have after long morning at the zoo. read more

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The name and description were perfect- we love Turkish food. We even made a reservation. No need. The place was empty on a Friday night. It was like a cafeteria trying to upscale. Terrible food. Terrible service. Table cloths on half the tables. The kitchen is exposed and in this case should be hidden. I couldn't finish my dinner. Then the bill came to nearly $200 , what? Oh- there's an automatic 20% service charge and 10% DC tax- so 45% in charges for terrible food and warm white wine. Never again. Sad. Great idea- but need good food and service. read more

The food and service were top notch, I would definitely go back. I had the Kavurma, it was unbelievable and I ate the entire thing. The Turkish coffee and tea snapped me out of my food coma so I could walk back to my hotel :) read more

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The owner, Kenan, was very welcoming and made the environment so warm! Truly grateful that my friends and I were able to experience a piece of Turkey culture and great food! Highly recommend it to all friends and family, with great prices and quality food. Haven't tried food like this in a while, 10/10 read more

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Excellent food and service. Ambiance was excellent. First time was a charm. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone. I will return. read more

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Service was top-notch. According to the owner, the restaurant is Farm-to-Table, and all ingredients are from an Amish farm nearby. The Adana kebab, baba ghanoush, and hummus was incredible. Prices are reasonable and ambiance was great. Highly recommend! read more

Quite possibly the best food on the Woodley Park-Cleveland Park corridor. If there is another restaurant better, please inform me. Tragically poorly lit and signed from the exterior, many a driver and pedestrian has likely passed by Sofra without knowing it is open, or even exists. I among them until this restaurant's (well deserved) five star rating lured me inside. (Even then, I had trouble finding it.) This is a tragedy. The food is scrumptious, well beyond what you'd expect from a $20-$30 price range. The tea is also fantastic. The first time we showed up ae got the Sofra experience, which was just outstanding. Among the best meals I've gotten for that price in DC. We ordered two appetizers, and two entres, splitting both. The appetizers were both eggplant based dipsand came with recently baked loaves of bread. One was merely good, the other gobsmackingly good. One entree was beef, and the other a chicken dish. Both taste and presentation were that of much more expensive food. While the taste and presentation is bougie beyond belief, the aesthetics of the place were more hole-in-the-wall. Like it's not bad, but you get the sense that perhaps the owner is far more keen on good food and plating than creating an accompanying atmosphere. Like the restaurant was only halfway done before he got impatient and started cooking up a storm. Thus the lack of signage. This is too bad, because as a good food enjoyer this place MUST survive. Which is why I'm writing this review. All you Northwest DC residents better get in there and start enjoying brilliantly spiced eggplant dips and exquisitely cooked meat too, because if you don't then I can't. And you guys can't take this away from me. If this place closes its doors it'll because you never knew, but I did. And I'll be so, so sad. Sorry for rambling. tl;dr you all should go here, it's really really good. read more

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The service was great, the owner came to the table and helped us with our order. We ordered the falafel and the Yaglama, both were delicious. I even froze the left over yaglama and it tasted great even after reheating. This restaurant is now on my list of restaurants to revisit whenever I am in DC read more

Nothing great, meeeh... pricey for what you're getting, mediocre at best...the service was ok, nothing special.

I went to Sofra with two friends. We arrived around 6PM when there were few other patrons and ordered humus, two salads and fish. It took nearly an hour for the humus appetizer to arrive and well over an hour for the two salads and fish to arrive. When the salads did arrive, they did not include the ingredients advertised on the menu. The server was dismissive of our questions about the salad ingredients and the extreme wait for the food to arrive. We asked at least three times for the check so we could leave early because of the very long wait, requests that were ignored. The service was far from friendly and it was insulting that an automatic 20% tip was added to the check. The server did remove the humus from the check, but he neglected to bring an extra order of pita bread that he had promised. We'll not be returning to this restaurant. read more

We met some out of town friends here for dinner on a Friday night. We had a great time! Food was all very good, good ambiance and nice staff. read more

The food was amazing and the service excellent. I had the kavurma beef as an entree. We got calamari to start as well as hummus and moutabal with warm pita. We finished the meal with Turkish tea and baklava. I got the rose drink with the sumacwhile my friend got the lavender one. Both were delicious. read more

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