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    Sofreh

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

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    Casual
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    Moderate noise

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    Options they offer but close seating area here
    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.

    Shish Kabob Combo
    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!

    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.

    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.

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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!

    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.

    Lunch & a vibe
    Andrew F.

    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.

    It was so nice and breezy sitting outside!
    Charmese K.

    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.

    SHAWARMA SALAD
    Eleni Blue M.

    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

    Lamb Chops (4pcs)
    Tony A.

    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.

    Beef kabob plate / Chicken Breast kabob plate
    Dave Z.

    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!

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    You are going to receive your refund we are out of lentils soup

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    5 months ago

    My go-to mediterranean spot. Best Ive have around town. I would recommend getting chicken and beef kebabs with long green rice and salad.

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    I’m sorry about the cloudy weather

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    Thank you sir for your beautiful review

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    Thank you hope you you have a great day

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    Delicious food. Will definitely be coming back. Placed the order then did some shopping in the market there while they prepared it.

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    Was wonderful food and service especially from Emy . The falafel are amazing and the garden salad as well highly recommend

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    Food is amazing definitely will come back soon I love Mediterranean food cashier was very helpful TY

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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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    First time trying Mizlala. It was an interesting food experience. It's Mediterranean food but their…read moreflavors were a bit different than what I'm used to. I got the schnitzel plate which came with rice, hummus, salad, pita bread, and mustard sauce. The mustard sauce really through me off since I was thinking more of toom sauce or tzatziki sauce. The rice had an odd taste, more on the bland side? However the pita was very hefty and pita pocket ready. The hummus was good with a few yellow chilies (super spicy). The schnitzel was hefty and huge portions almost like 5 pieces of chicken. With the portion size it's a decent price for it. Highly recommend trying out this new taste.

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