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    Sofreh

    4.6 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Robbie S.

    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.

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    Arturo M.

    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.

    Chicken Shawarma WRAP portion was very generous!  The perfect combo of veggies and sauce.  Delish!

    First time visiting, and we had a great experience. We were greeted with a smile, and our food arrived quickly. The portions were generous, and we really enjoyed the patio seating. The décor is eclectic and adds to the restaurant's unique charm. We'll definitely be back again!

    Vincent T.

    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.

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    Vanessa V.

    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!

    Ana T.

    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.

    Chicken and beef shawarma plates
    Stephanie S.

    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!!

    CHICKEN SHISH KABOB plate
    Leanne V.

    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.

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    20 days ago

    Service was 10/10 . The tall blonde girl was super helpful and gave the best recommendations. Will definitely be returning.

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    The chicken shawarma plate was deeelicious!! It's an outdoor seating area only and it was very cute and quaint.

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    Amy did a wonderful job of introducing the menu to us. Good food and great vibes. Would recommend

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    Ask the Community - Sofreh

    When getting a wrap, could I substitute the small container of hummus for a smaller container of garlic? Really want to hold my 5 star rating. See my updated review.

    Yes, they did it for me.

    You have halal-friendly food options?

    I’m sorry we don’t

    Hi! Are the falafels fully vegan? No egg in the mix?

    It’s fully vegan no eggs

    What's a chicken lovers consist of?

    Chicken

    Is the meat halal?

    No sorry

    Is a small container of Garlic Spread complimentary like most Mediterranean/Middle Eastern places?

    No. At least not with Sofreh platter. Only hummus and pita.

    Do all plates come with hummus?

    Usually comes with yogurt cucumber and shirazi salad

    Is the Sofreh Kabob just like in the picture? (The combo that comes woth 5 different types of kabobs)

    Yes it is But we are closed on Tuesdays

    Is the meat halal?

    No it’s not

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    Ambiance: 10/10 this place is beautiful, dim lighting, candle light and beautiful indoor and…read moreoutdoor space Service: 10/10 staff knowledgeable, explained everything and friendly. Very careful with dietary restrictions- they checked everything to accommodate gluten free/soy free allergies Food: excellent. Everything was delicious and family style

    Berenjak is definitely a nice restaurant , the food was great, the atmosphere was solid, and the…read moreservice was good, but it felt overpriced for what you actually get. We ordered the two-person combo, which was about $95 per person and included all the appetizers they recommended, plus two skewers each, with additional upcharges for certain protein choices like beef. On top of that, we each got drinks that were around $15-20 each, and after parking and a 20% tip, the final bill came out to roughly $350 for two people. I normally don't focus too much on pricing at restaurants, but the final bill on this one had me do a double glance. I get that you're in the LA Arts District and paying for the location and ambiance, but the pricing seems a bit excessive. Overall, it was a good experience, and I'd honestly love to come back and bring friends because the restaurant itself is nice and the food was genuinely good. At the same time, I do feel like I can get similar quality food in a similar comfortable environment for a fraction of the price.

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    Bavel

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    Middle Eastern restaurant in downtown LA. I didn't realize this was the sister restaurant of…read moreBestia. Overall, I enjoyed every dish we got. I would consider reordering everything we got. Definitely on our list of restaurants to visit again when we're in the area. Ordered: - Hummus Duck 'Nduja - First off, we need to take a moment for the blistered pita. That stuff was soooooo yummy might be my favorite pita I ever consumed. Hummus was also good, nice balance of flavors that complimented each other well. - Grilled Octopus - Had a good amount of chew and wasn't too chewy. Dill flavor was a bit on the strong side but I don't mind it. - Potato Flatbread - Very light and also good. - Slow Roast Lamb Neck Shawarma - Soooo tender fell off the bone so nicely. My favorite dishes were the lamb neck shawarma and the blistered pita. Family style restaurant. We were recommended to order 2 spreads, 3 appetizers, and 1 entree for 3 people. We ended up doing 1 spread, 2 appetizers, and 1 entree and I'm very happy with our decision. We were soooo full after our meal. I think if we did the 2 spread and 3 appetizers as recommend we wouldn't be able to eat the entree at all. Seems like a really popular celebration restaurant (saw many graduations). We did make a reservation and I would recommend doing that. All tables were filled when we were there, not sure how the walk in situation is. Music is a bit loud inside the restaurant but I don't think it was as bad as Bestia. The outside patio was good though in my opinion. I didn't feel like i was yelling across the table to talk on the patio.

    The food is still stellar - updating to state that the new-to-me-menu items (peach salad, smoked…read moretrout, chicken tagine and whole lamb rack) are all superb. The tagine in particular was a pleasant surprise; I almost never order chicken, I can cook it plenty fine at home. However: this dish was a revelation (the olives transform during the braise - so creamy/delicious). The only nit to pick: Bavel please change up the playlist; I enjoy Bad Bunny as much as the next person, but the same 4 songs were on repeat all night long.

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    Anwar's Kitchen

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    Really bummed about this one. I live on the block and have ordered take-out from Anwar probably…read moreover 100 times. Open until 4am, their food was always fresh, clean, the staff were polite and professional, and the price was about the best deal you'd find downtown. A good, honest restaurant and business, which is rare in LA these days. I walked down there tonight and can confirm that the place is closed and the inside is being cleared out. Not sure why, but since there have been other locations around the LA area over the past several years, maybe they're just moving again. I wish them all the best! To Anwar and staff, thank you for the delicious and healthy food over the years, and for running a tight ship. I hope I see that Wolverine mural pop up somewhere else, soon!

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