Phenomenal Persian/Turkish spot offering comforting decor, friendly service and an elaborate but simple menu. All dishes sampled were outrageous in taste as well as portion, with both the chicken and lamb adana hitting the spot. Definitely in rotation for a date night, family meal or casual lunch. A+ read more

Great ambiance. Lovely food. We had the chickpea dumplings, spanakopita, lamb stew and falafel dinner. Fresh salads. Nice cocktails. Busy night on valentine day. Service a little slow. But we loved the food and would go back. read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - Sambuseh - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

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Yum! Absolutely love Persian food, the spices, the sweet and savory. Chicken is grilled to perfection and is so good with a side of jeweled/cherry rice. Staff is pleasant, the interior clean and beautifully decorated. The upstairs section that looks like a balcony/patio area indoors looked pretty cool too. Can't go wrong with anything you get off this menu! read more

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Dined in for a large party of 10 people. The staff were pretty accommodating and nice. The stars of the show were the hummus, falafel and cherry rice (that I tried). I've never had cherry rice before and it definitely surprised me (a little acidic, sweet and a surprise bite). The grilled shrimp platter was disappointing as it's served with a mountain of basmati rice. The shrimp was inconsistently cooked with many of the protein overcooked and dry. The dish was supposed to come in a lemon garlic sauce and there was no sauce incorporated on my dish. Eating plain rice and grilled shrimp with no other things to accompany it left my palette and mouth very dry. Please use sauce heavily in this dish and pair it with veggies and take out a serving of rice. This will make the meal so much more balanced and tasty. The upstairs gets extremely hot so please ask the team to adjust the temperature if you become uncomfortable. read more

Came for lunch and had a nice meal. The service was friendly and attentive. The restaurant itself has a good amount of tables, they are just a bit close to each other. The pita they bring out is absolutely delicious. We tried the dolmades, the babaghanoush, yogurt with cucumber and spanikopita for starters. I ordered the lamb adana kebab for my entree which was tasty, but benefited from adding their spicy sauce to. Good sized portions and prices are expected for the area. read more

Excellent food. Our group of 4 all enjoyed our entrees. The appetizers are plentiful with enough to share. We were there on a crowded Sunday afternoon. And it looks like multiple parties upstairs, service was painfully slow. But all our entrees were delicious. Our server was polite, professional, was knowledgeable about the menu, but she was sooo overworked I felt bad for her. We will return because the food and ambiance were so good. read more

Still very good, still reasonably priced, easy parking in the back lot. This time I had the Falafel Platter with add-on Grilled Vegetables. If you see my photo, the falafels are bigger than hockey pucks and come with tahini sauce (but I got extra). The falafels are fresh, soft and tasty, not over spiced, and work well with the thick tahini sauce. To their left was a grilled white onion and red pepper. On the right was a large wad of humus with a crater full of chopped red onion and tomato (like bruchetta without the bread), and on the top right was more grilled vegetables including mushrooms. All very good. They put out warm sliced pita bread for the table. There were five of us and we all enjoyed our dishes ... not a single complaint. Courteous service, large round table by the front window looking out on Merrick Road. We didn't order appetizers or desserts, because we knew from previous visits that the entrées were sufficient for dinner. read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - Falafel Platter with Grilled Vegetables - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

Great food, great ambiance & great service! Server Salome is an asset to this establishment

Stopped by for lunch and a decent meal. They have a lunch special where you get a soup and entree for $20. I had the lentil soup to start and wasn't a big fan of it. The soup was very watery. The salmon kebab for lunch with rice was lovely. Salmon cooked perfectly and rice was light and perfect palate cleanser. The baklava for dessert wasnt crispy and they seem like they might microwave it. Not the best baklava I have had. It was a little expensive for lunch but I will say it was busy for lunchtime. read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

My husband I took my mon here for a low-key birthday dinner. It's one of her go-to places. Overall pretty good. I ordered the chicken kebab with cherry rice. It was juicy and flavorful. I appreciated the sumac on the table. Complimentary fluffy pita and yogurt sauce. My dish could have came with more veggies but the chicken and cherry rice were both very generous portions. Service was ok. They appreciate reservations and gets pretty crowded. Inside decor is cozy and nice. read more

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This place is legit- it starts with the sumac on your table and really fresh pita with yogurt sauce. Then a really juicy chicken kebab skewer and make sure someone in your party gets the cherry rice- trust us on that. Price is ok for the quality of food. Even on a cold Saturday night, this place was hopping so you might want to make a reservation. read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - Boneless Chicken Kebab - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

From the moment we walked into Sufiya's Grill in Merrick, we felt welcomed like family. The warm, inviting atmosphere paired with the aroma of freshly grilled kebabs set the tone for a perfect evening. We started with the Kashkeh Bademjan and Babaganoush--both were rich, fresh, and bursting with flavor. For mains, the Barg kebab and Salmon platter were absolute standouts--perfectly cooked, tender, and seasoned to perfection. The portions were generous, and every plate came out beautifully presented. Service was attentive and friendly without ever feeling rushed. Even on a busy night, our server made sure our drinks stayed full and checked in often to see if we needed anything. Dessert was the cherry on top--the homemade Persian ice cream is a must-try! Light, fragrant, and the perfect way to end the meal. Sufiya's Grill is now one of our go-to spots for an amazing dining experience on Long Island. Delicious food, great service, and a cozy atmosphere--what more could you ask for? Highly recommend! read more

Really good Mediterranean restaurant and food. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. They have outdoor seating as well but is limited. Good solid choice read more

This is one of our reliable local go-tos. You may need a reservation on weekend nights as it has been notably busy after the reopening. Service is prompt and staff is consistently friendly and helpful. All of the kebab dinners are excellent (I especially enjoy the salmon, chicken and lamb kebabs) as are the salads (especially the shirazi) and soups. There are many choices for those needing gluten-free, and they are clearly delineated on the menu. The atmosphere is always convivial. Try the lunch specials for a great value! read more

The food is amazing. The service is great. Ambience is so relaxing love it in the summertime when they have the doors open. read more

Beautiful physical location, was cold and draft inside. Food was good, came out cold, rice and soup both. Appeared no mgr working, took way too long to get service. For the prices they charge, should be better. read more

3P Tuesday lunch with cousin. Quiet, small location with little traffic at this time of day. Yessenia was our server. Having lived in Turkey as a teen, I was excited to eat at this restaurant which classifies as Turkish food. Cousin indulged in Persian Tea, which was nice, and we did the Sigara Borek for an app. Just as I remembered. I opted for the Jujeh Kebab lunch (cornish hen) with a side of tabouli salad, and cousin went for the Salmon Shish Kebab with tabouli as well. Tasted her salmon and it was perfectly done - not overcooked, which is so common lately (don't ask me why). I loved my cornish hen, and the tabouli was seasoned just right. Yessenia's service was spot on. Our drinks never went dry, and check out was quick. Would love to visit again when in the area. read more

I pass this restaurant all the time and finally went in! Beautiful decor inside. Sat us quickly at a nice table. It was beautiful out this day so they had the big doors open towards the street which was nice. Everything was delicious- salad, main entrees!!! It's a clean meal you feel full but don't feel stuffed which I like. The portion sizes are big, I was able to take home leftovers. I can't wait to go back for another delicious meal and even do takeout! read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - First time here! - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

I could have sworn I had been to Sufiya's Merrick before, but looking at my reviews, I see that my family had been going to their East Meadow location. I think I like this location even more, with its entire front open to a sidewalk cafe. It's spacious inside with even more seating upstairs to the back, which overlooks the bar area. Go around back for plenty of parking. We had a very early dinner/late lunch and while it wasn't empty, we had our choice of seating, so we sat right up front by the open windows. Pretty idyllic! They had a more than decent selection of wine (sangria, reds, whites, bubbles), cocktails and spirits. I enjoyed my glass or two of rosé and my dad liked his sangria. In the past, I've tried their vegetarian entrees like the grilled vegetables and hummus/falafel but the other night I wanted to keep it light and went for the hummus app which is an ample portion. I appreciate the chopped tomatoes on top. Next time I'm back for dinner, I'll add in the babaganoush and olives (they allow for a three app option for an extremely reasonable price). My father loved the beef stew and my husband liked whatever grilled meat option it was that he ordered. Portions are more than generous! Service is prompt and polite. I couldn't ask for more. I look forward to putting Sufiya's on regular rotation when I'm back on LI. It's perfect for lunch or dinner whether you're with family or on a date night. read more

The food is delicious! I've been here a few times, and they do not disappoint, from the babaganoush to the kabobs, cherry rice, and ending always with the pistacjio saffron ice cream- it's amazing! The staff is helpful and polite. The restaurant is set up cafe-style and welcomes you with the decor, a must try! read more

I was there recently, and for the most part all went well. When I got the check, it was a tremendous turn off. Everyone who gets a check at this place, whether you pay in cash or credit card, is charged the credit card fee. When I told this to the waitress she said she gets a lot of complaints, but the owner refuses to change it. I also thought it was improper that she did not pointed out on the check. Also, on the check they are suggesting I leave a 30% gratuity. So if I don't do that the next time I come back will I be treated poorly? Those two things may not bother you, but they bothered me a great deal, so much so I doubt if I will go back. read more

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The food wasn't great. Salmon was poorly cooked and seasoned. The hummus & pita was good but that's it. For almost $100 dollars you are better off going to Soulvaki Street in Bellmore. read more

I'm not familiar with many places in the area but met a co-worker for lunch per her recommendation and it was delicious!! Once you're seated they bring a complimentary basket of pita and dip that was very good. I got the lunch special jumbo shrimp with brown basmati rice and from the looks of the rice I was worried I wouldn't be a fan but ... that's why you don't judge based upon looks - it was sooo good! The portion was perfect especially with the pita. I loved the food and the beautiful atmosphere. I can't wait to come back with my husband! read more

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Awesome place! Love everything about it from the food, ambiance and prices. Such huge portions of everything...you definitely get your money's worth coming here. Highly recommend going. read more

Sufiya is so consistent. Every dish is prepared perfectly every time. The sharazi salad the salmon kebabs and the jujeh kebab always outstanding. Wait staff lovely read more

I had a wonderful dining experience at this place. I find the place traditional dining with modern vibes. Our first time to try Persian food and enjoyed every piece of it, from appetizer to dessert . Simply loving the taste of each. The unique appetizer dolmeh stimulates my husband's appetite. My main entree lamb shish kebab with Mediterranean salad were perfect pair. My husband entree kubideh kebab was tasty. To end the night , their saffron with pistachios ice cream was to die for. Pricing is moderate. Place is comfortable. Wait staff is nice. A recommended place to try when in the neighborhood. read more

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Food, ambiance, value and service were all great, going back next weekend! Food options are healthy too so you feel good afterwards.

Great food. Vegan options, amazing grilled veggies! Falafel is great, just go and enjoy

The food was good, the place itself is clean and well lit, parking is available, the service is friendly, but slow, so slow, will return tho, maybe to their other location to see if there is any difference read more

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Overpriced and atmosphere is dated, food is just ok My bf got a sick stomach ache from the meat it was too heavily spiced. read more

This is overall a very good restaurant and everything was good, including the service. I would strongly recommend it to anyone -- especially if you're curious about Persian food. Keep in mind that the food is the only think that's Persian. None of the staff appeared to be Persian and the decor left no sign either. That said, it was a lovely place, modern and clean. The lamb stew had either the wrong type of eggplant, or maybe the eggplant was not cut just right. The stew itself was nice and sour, which is good for me since I like sour. I could see how some people may order that stew and may find it too sour. The steak was the best part of the meal and was tender and just right. Chicken was excellent too. I enjoyed the minced beef kebab. However the barberry rice was a bit off as compared with other Persian restaurants, and that being my favorite dish weighed a bit in the grade. The desserts were great and the tea was strong. I think they put cinnamon in the tea so my kid who normally loves Persian tea couldn't drink it. For me it was something new, as I'd only ever had cinnamon in my coffee. read more

So ... proclaim foodie that loves all cuisines but Greek food is one of our favorites. Sufiya Grill is well appointed and comfortable, maybe a little tight but not a real issue. Food was great -- fish was fresh and the mixed plate was well seasoned. Tried a number of Greek places in the neighbor so it must be fantastic to really stand out. read more

This was a gem. We were in the area for another restaurant that ended up closing for Father's Day. We had no idea where to go. So we did what every Yelper does and looked for something close. We had kabobs. My husband had lamb and I had barg but we shared. Both were delicious but we both preferred the barg (beef). His was on a platter with rice while mine was on a Greek salad. The meats were both well seasoned and tasted great. Definitely someplace we'll return to. read more

No reservations on a Thursday evening but got a table right away with my husband even if it was fairly full. We both got chicken and lamb kebab which was delicious! Also had a glass of rosé which was good and our waiter was really friendly. Would definitely come back! read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

Food was good and the prices for a bottle of wine were very reasonable. However the restaurant was terribly understaffed. They had one hard working waiter handling the entire restaurant. It's not fair to the waiter and it's not fair to the customers. read more

This would be my second time here. When I walked in the waiter just stared at me with menus in his hand and said nothing. A minute in I said what's the matter he said pick a seat. So I did and he said not that one no silverware there. Then don't ask me! But overall Waitress services are bad. No personality and they never come back until it's time to pay. Ambiance is average. A little on higher side for a small portion. If you don't want rice you pay $3 addl for a veggie or salad. Makes no sense because they are saving money with no rice. There should be a free option if you can't have rice. But if you don't care and just looking for good food then it's all good. read more

Very nice place and friendly staff members . My recommendation - go there early in the evening. read more

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This restaurant was delicious! They give complimentary pita and dip when you arrive. We ordered the Sabuseh which is crispy dumplings filled with crushed chickpeas and vegetables. This was really yummy and the green dipping sauce on the side made it even better! We also got the Mediterranean salad which was a big portion so had to take some home. For the entree we got an order of the Kubideh Kebab (two skewers of grilled seasoned ground beef and lamb) and the Boneless Chicken Kebab. Both dishes came with your choice of rice, grilled tomato and grilled white onion. That kebabs were phenomenal and filled with flavor. We also got a dirty martini and jalapeño margarita. The drinks were tasty. The services at the restaurant was great. We did come close to closing so we did feel a little rushed to leave. Overall great experience! read more

Sufiya's Grill - Merrick - Dirty martini - Persian/Iranian Near Me - Merrick, New York

We moved to Lido from Fort Lee where there happens to be a huge Persian, Turkish, Greek population. We missed the food until we discovered Sufiya. Had the appetizer combo with dolmas, hummus and sambusas. The sambusa was so good we ordered another appetizer. My wife had the vegetarian moussaka with rice. I had to go with the lamb chops cooked to a perfect medium rare. Excellent service. Strong cocktails. Will be a regular. read more

It was a Wednesday evening, and my wife and I decided to eat out. Waiter was not cordial. Waiter did not care if we were there are not. While eating appetizers , our meals came out. I said nope. Take it back. We came out to dine, not to be pushed out. We will not go back. read more