Food is great service is awesome. Amy served us and she was great Ambiance is chill and relaxing read more

My first time going there didn't know what to get Aime was helpful and help me choose a delicious plate food was fire I recommend this place will be going back soon thank you Aime for your help and your great service read more

Gyro was good. Spicy Feta Fries left much to be desired. $30 seems like a high price point for a Gyro and Fries yet here we are. Can't get around and find value pricing. Liked the little outdoor patio area and the fact that I could put in a food order via phone (instead of just DoorDash). If I was in the area I probably wouldn't tab it on my go-to places but overall a decent but pricey lunch. read more

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Second time here and came with my family. Beef lover plate was the best of the best. I never ate lamb and it was the bomb! Highly recommend this plate. Enjoy! read more

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Edit: HEALTH SCORE is C... I didn't know that before coming. Definitely not coming back!!!!! I was really looking forward to Sofeh because Persian food is one of my favorites and since we were already in Monterey Park it was an easy drive to their Los Angeles location. The reviews were strong so I went in with high hopes. Parking was the first headache because it's extremely limited around the area and we ended up walking from a few houses away after circling for a while. When we arrived, we realized it's all outdoor seating with no indoor option and on a warm sunny day that definitely made things uncomfortable. We approached the lady at the window to figure out how to order since there were no clear signs and the setup was a bit confusing. She wasn't outright rude but she wasn't friendly either, and that lack of warmth made the first impression feel cold. We ordered the lamb chops, chicken, and beef mix plate which came out to around sixty dollars for two people. The food took about twenty minutes to come out and you could tell it was freshly grilled by the smell, which I appreciated. When the food arrived it looked great and the portions were fair. The lamb chops were juicy and flavorful, the chicken was tender, and the beef was average. The rice had good texture and the salad was fine, but the sauces were laughably tiny, barely enough for a few bites. Unfortunately the biggest issue wasn't the food but the bugs. There were flies and bees constantly landing on the table and buzzing around our plates which made it impossible to relax. We tried to enjoy our meal but spent most of the time swatting them away. The fans they had running helped a little but not enough to make a difference. Another major disappointment was the lack of a restroom. For a restaurant serving food that you eat with your hands, that's a serious problem. They had hand sanitizer available but it's not the same as being able to wash your hands properly. Overall I would give Sofeh three out of five stars. The food itself was tasty, especially the lamb chops, but the overall dining experience fell short. Between the bugs, lack of shade, confusing ordering system, and no restroom, it's not somewhere I'd dine in again. It's better suited for takeout because while the food has potential, the atmosphere just doesn't make it worth sitting down for. read more

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The food is consistently excellent and the customer service is always on point. They never disappoint! A big thank you to Amy

Ordered the lamb chop + chicken lule combo, some fries. Fries were delicious, but the lamb + chicken were rather dry, which was the main course of the meal. Portions are very generous. We definitely over ordered. Overall, a nice decently cheap meal. Good to stop by if it's convenient and you're hungry, but not worth a trek. Theres no indoor dining, but the patio area is pretty nice. read more

Sofreh - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First of all, a la cart is not available. As we were placing the order and asking questions about the menu Amy was not helpful and visibly annoyed with our questions regarding the menu. In fact she rolled her eyes when asking about substitutions. She told me to let her know when we were ready and walked away from the counter. If this little restaurant wants to survive they need to train Amy with customer service skills or not be customer facing. Overall, the food was mediocre but the fries were good. read more

This is a small place with a very cute outdoor seating. There's not much shade from the sun though so bring your sunglasses or a hat. I got a plate of food. The chicken was flavorful but a bit dry. I'm not sure what the other meat was as it tasted funny. I really liked the salad though. read more

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Food is amazing. Heard about it through friends from Gas Co. we were not disappointed. BUT NO RESTROOMS! And it's dine in. We came in from Beverly Hills. The ride was long we needed the restroom. FOOD IS GREAT! read more

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Celebrated my boyfriend's work anniversary here! It's a bit pricey (and their hummus portions are very small) but the portions make up for it. Everything's always fresh, service is quick and attentive. There's and indoor outdoor side patio with lots of seating. Parking can be a challenge to find sometimes. Overall a great spot to fill all your Mediterranean cravings!! read more

Sofreh - Chicken and beef shawarma plates - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Authentic Kebab worth every penny. Good food with good price. The Sofreh meal have so much foods for 3 person. The lamp chop marinated with special spices which tasted super yummy. read more

I had been wanting to try this restaurant for so long but just haven't had the opportunity so this past weekend I was in the area and decided to go. The restaurant is really cute with outdoor seating patio. Staff at the order counter were nice. The price point is a little higher than other similar cuisine establishments. I ordered the chicken kabob plate. The chicken was soo moist and flavorful!! The rice is ok, not very flavorful. The portions were great. I also ordered the lentil soup. The lentil soup needs more lentils, it was mostly liquid. I would definitely try this spot again and try something else on the menu. read more

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It was my 3rd time here. Each time has been with coworkers in a group of 4-5+. I've been impressed with the food each time. Portions are great! Service is friendly, place is clean and it's great food! I want to thank Amy for the service. Parking can be a pain, but it's LA. read more

Best vibe at this spot with delicious food. I go to a lot of Mediterranean cuisine places all around LA and this is my favorite. read more

Sofreh - Lunch & a vibe - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The food is good -- strong flavor and fair prices for what you get. The real issue is the service. I don't know her name, but the woman with blonde hair working there has an attitude when you ask basic questions, and it makes the visit uncomfortable. Staff should be more patient with customers, especially those of us who don't come here often and need clarification. A restaurant should always feel welcoming, not like you're bothering someone just by asking something. Experiences like this make you feel like you don't want to return, even if the food is solid. read more

This was the best lamb chop I've ever had. The rice was also good, and the salad was very fresh, making it a very satisfying meal. read more

Sofreh - Lamb Chops (4pcs) - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is a hidden gem in East LA for sure! The parking was a little bit difficult, but we managed to figure it out. There's no indoor seating, but the outdoor seating was very nice and breezy.! The music was giving vibes! All the flavoring was really good though. I was a little disappointed because they didn't have Sherzii salad. But it's ok. The food wasn't hot but maybe because it was a little breezy outside. But I'll totally be back.! The service was very kind and friendly. read more

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Good food. Many healthy choices. The place is an order and pick up type of eatery. It's not a restaurant with waitstaff. It does have a nice sitting space. The ambiance is nice but a little noisy due to being right in front of the metro line tracks. The portions are also very good! I recommend the shawarma salad. We will return for take out soon read more

Sofreh - SHAWARMA SALAD - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If you haven't tried this please, you must try it! The food flavor is the star of this review. The chicken kabob (chicken breast) was juicy, the beef kabob was packed with flavor and tender. Side salad was nice as well. Order at the window, find your seats and the server brings out your food. Outdoor seating was well decorated and felt nice. We will be back for more soon! read more

Sofreh - Beef kabob plate / Chicken Breast kabob plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had a great experience at Sofreh. Even though they only had outdoor seating when we visited, the food totally made up for it -- so worth it! I ordered the shish kabob mix with chicken and steak, and both were cooked perfectly -- juicy, flavorful, and seasoned just right. The rice was fluffy, and the grilled vegetables added a nice touch. My husband got a gyro, and he loved it -- the meat was tender and well-spiced, and the tzatziki sauce was fresh and creamy. You can tell everything is made with care and high-quality ingredients. We left full and happy. Can't wait to go back! read more

Sofreh - Gyros Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Amazing, Amazing food !! I can't believe we have these hidden gem in our neighborhood. You have to try their chicken kabobs to die for. It's also healthy for you. read more

Sofreh - Chicken Kabob Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Just updating this review to show you guys the beef lule and lamb chops plate. This was a good sized portion and I still had leftovers. Thai time I gave the baba ghanoush a try and it did not disappoint. Everything here is so delish! read more

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Based on the owners reply I am updating my review The food was definitely subpar that day however I feel that can definitely be overlooked when there is good customer service ~ I appreciate the owner reaching out and the offer to refund my money however it's not his fault so that would not warrant a refund - hopefully they will be more mindful of the quality and consistency of their orders Perhaps I will try again in the near future read more

Ordered a chicken kabob plate which comes with a side salad and to my surprise. It was old and withered to the point it was already turning black. I love sofreh and I would eat it all week if I could. I hope this was a one time slip up. read more

Sofreh - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Bring your own hot sauce*** I am done with this place. The food is of decent quality, but recently they significantly raised their already very-high prices, and on top of that, they want to charge you extra for hot sauce, after you already paid for your food! Puny portion of hummus too. Maybe they try to justify the cost by having black table cloths and cheesy flamenco music, but let's get real, you just ordered from a walkup window at a building that was probably an inexpensive Mexican spot or greasy spoon before. Service is cold too, like they could take or leave your business. Quit pretending you're fancy and try to cater to working people that live in your community. Maybe you'll be busier. read more

Great food great service and a nice ambiance love it ..!! I truly recommend this place love the setting very welcoming .. read more

The very definition of "hidden gem", this corner establishment offers fresh and filling Mediterranean dishes just a couple of blocks from the East Los Angeles civic center. Yes, the parking is non-existent and remember WEDNESDAY is street sweeping day on Arizona Ave so you will probably have to park on Kern Ave. Other than that minor inconvenience, I doubt you will find anything to hinder your enjoyment at Sofreh. I ordered the following: * Lentil soup (filling but didn't weight me down on a very hot August day) * Veggie Wrap (bursting with flavor and freshness) * Falafel ( 5 flavorful pieces that I ordered to go) * Diet coke (in a can) Service was very quick and there is outdoor seating available. Keep in mind this is a corner establishment that receives quite a bit of sun. We found a shady spot and dined in contentment. Enjoy your visit! read more

Sofreh - Chicken Kabob Wrap - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The chicken and beef Shish was pretty good 8/10 The salad was good, dressing was pretty good had a nice flavor too it. The chicken lule was not my fav, the texture was kinda rubber feeling to me. :( Also got Baba Ghanoush and it was delicious first time having it and the hummus was good too! read more

Sofreh - Shish Kabob Combo & CHICKEN LULE KABOB - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The pictures don't do this spot justice. This is my go to for Mediterranean food, I've learned my lesson and now I order 30 mins before I get here because I usually I have to wait but I swear its worth the wait due to the food being fresh and amazing! They don't have a parking lot but I've gotten lucky with street parking! read more

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I got the Softeh plate to go. For $43, there's quite a lot of food. Mediterranean food is generally on the more expensive side so this is quite the deal. And you get to try all the meats. Definitely worth it if you're ordering 2 meals or more. Comes with salad and pita bread and hummus. The rice was tender and buttery. The lamb chops were pretty good so were the rest of the skewers. Street parking on the side street. The patio is pretty if you are eating there. Service was friendly. Took about 20 mins to get the food. read more

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Pretty normal Mediterranean spot, it's good food (delicious baba ganoush but super over charred veggies) great for a neighborhood spot but not a place I'd go out of my way for. The location itself has pretty easy street parking, but all the seating is out doors and subject to the weather, wind, and limited seating. The dining space is super cute and they do put a nice effort to keeping it aesthetic. The Sofreh platter with a baba ganoush side can feed 3 normal-hungry people or 2 extremely-hungry people. read more

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This was our first visit to Sofreh, and we were disappointed in ourselves that we hadn't found it earlier. Amy helped us put together a great sampling of what their menu has to offer. And it didn't disappoint. The lamb chops were savory and cooked perfectly. The beef and chicken Lule was tasty and paired well with the pita and humus. And beef Shawarma was sooo good, melted in the mouth. Now, I'm a rice snob, my favorite Mediterranean place closed over 8 years ago. And in my opinion had the best rice I've ever tried. Sofreh's is a great substitute with a twist. The rice is tasty and just the perfect fluffy consistency without an over starchy taste, but their use of barberries in the basmati rice was delicious. Like a hidden tangy sweetness hidden the tender rice! We will definitely be coming back!! read more

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Wow!!! WOW!!! WOW!!! Such a fantastic find!!! We are visiting from out of state and felt like we had the best meal of our trip here! Fresh, healthy, DELICIOUS and huge portions. Leslie was our server and she was so kind and helpful. We will definitely return if we make our way back here again! read more

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This is still my favorite Mediterranean restaurant! My usual take-out order is their Shawarma Combo Plate with extra garlic sauce. The meats are flavorful and sauces are delicious, especially their garlic sauce. I've never been disappointed with this entree. Their kebabs dishes are also great. Perfect location for take-out orders. Always love their food and their great service. It's a small shop near the Metrolink on 3rd street in East LA. You'll need to look for street parking. read more

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5 Stars - First Visit, But Definitely Not the Last This was my first time here and I'm already planning to come back. The food was incredible--perfectly grilled chicken kabob, tender beef, and that saffron rice with barberries was packed with flavor. Even the salad had a fresh crunch and came with a beautiful orchid on top. Everything on the plate was fresh, well-seasoned, and presented with care. The atmosphere outside is cozy and full of personality--flowers, art, and a peaceful vibe that makes you want to stay awhile. But what really made the experience special was the customer service. Amy was amazing--warm, welcoming, and genuinely kind. She made me feel like more than just a customer, and that goes a long way. Thank you, Amy, for making my first visit so memorable. I'll definitely be back. - Ly'Derian R. Greasham read more

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A solid place for Persian food and the best place to eat outdoors in East LA. I ordered the shish kabob combo (#5) which comes with chicken shish and beef shish as the protein. They were both a bit dry but nothing like tzatziki and hummus to save the day. If you're a garlic lover, then you'll also love the garlic sauce. The pita was a bit thinner than what I'm used to and what I prefer but it made for a nice wrap when I assembled all the ingredients together. It's a very balanced and colorful meal with veggies, protein, and carbs so I left satiated. I would definitely recommend a nice lunch or hangout here with friends because the patio is decked out with beautiful decorations as if you were having a picnic. read more

Sofreh - Shish Kabob Combo (#5): beef and chicken - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Can here on a whim, on a Monday around 5 pm. This takeout / dine corner spot, feels like a hole in the wall, but might come close to a gem in the wall. I ordered a lamb / steak combo, and the food was exceptionally succulent, and satisfying. You could tell that much love went into the preparation and presentation of the food. I noticed quite a few people getting food to go, I'm glad I dined in, but to go is understandable. Looking forward to my next experience here. read more

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We just love Sofreh. I am not sure if it is Greek, Persian or Mediterranean food. I think it is a combination of all. It is just so good. Call it what you want. You order at the counter and eat where ever you want. They have great outdoor seating with heating lamps when needed. It is in East LA and we love East LA. There is always something to great to find there. The service is fast and really nice and they will explain what some things on the menu are. I get confused. What we love most is their soup. They have chicken soup and an amazing lentil soup and both are super fresh and you get a good amount. Their hummus is so good and they have a nice flat bread for dipping. Their pita wraps are the best in town. They have chicken, gyro, chicken kabob and others that are so tasty. They also have a great vegetarian one. You can't go wrong with any of them. For dessert we love their cheesecake, although I am not sure they make it there, they have strawberry, chocolate and just regular cheesecake. It is all yummy and the place is just too cute. read more

Sofreh - Mediterranean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food is Delicious. I go here every time I'm in East La. Amazing. Service is also outstanding. Ron S