Sofreh – Middle Eastern
Bathed in a luminous, minimalist glow, this Brooklyn gem transforms traditional Persian hospitality into a contemporary sensory journey where the air hums with the fragrance of blooming saffron and charred herbs. Guests share artfully plated treasures, from the satisfying crunch of golden tahdig to succulent meats infused with citrus and spice, all served in a space that feels both elegantly modern and deeply soulful.
Sofreh, Saint Marks Avenue, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, 11213, United States +1-646-798-1690 https://www.sofrehnyc.comRating: 4.4/5 (1052 reviews)
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Sofreh
Dairy-Free at Sofreh
Sofreh has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Cabbage, Half Duck “Fesanjan” and Grilled Cauliflower Steak. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Sofreh
Sofreh has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Half Duck “Fesanjan”, Grilled Cauliflower Steak and Assorted House Pickles. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Sofreh
Sofreh has 26 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Acorn Squash Salad, Catch of the Day and Feta & Herbs Flat Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Sofreh
Sofreh has 4 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Strained Yogurt, Savory Yogurt Drink and Persian Black Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Sofreh
Sofreh has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Maitake Mushrooms, Strained Yogurt and Savory Yogurt Drink. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Sofreh
Sofreh has 17 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Cabbage, Sofreh’s Bread and Saffron Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Sofreh
Sofreh has 37 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Acorn Squash Salad, Feta & Herbs Flat Bread and Eggplant and Whey Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Sofreh
Sofreh has 11 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Acorn Squash Salad, Half Chicken and Maitake Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Sofreh
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Date Night | 44.3 g | 42.9 g |
| Feta & Herbs Flat Bread | 82.5 g | 33.8 g |
| Jewel Rice with Carrots | 55.1 g | 31.2 g |
| Traditional Persian Ice Cream | 53 g | 28.4 g |
| Dried Lime & Herb Beef Stew | 20.3 g | 27.1 g |
| Acorn Squash Salad | 36.3 g | 23.9 g |
| Saffron Vesper | 8.3 g | 23.3 g |
| Bruleed Sweet Potato | 33.1 g | 21.6 g |
| Yogurt Custard | 30.4 g | 21.2 g |
| Persian Herb & Noodle Stew | 0 g | 20.6 g |
| Limoo Mezcal | 48.8 g | 18.2 g |
| Grilled Cabbage | 25.8 g | 17.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Saturday
- 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate Sofreh as a standout destination for elevated Persian cuisine, raving about the mastery and creativity in every dish. Guests consistently highlight the eggplant and whey dip, the "best ever" tahdig, and the ribeye "kebab," which is noted for its steak-like quality and pomegranate sauce. The atmosphere is frequently described as beautiful, calm, and stylish, perfectly complemented by warm, attentive service. While some mention strict reservation policies or wait times, reviewers overwhelmingly recommend this spot for its authentic flavors and elegant design.
Menu
Starters
Our Food Made With Love
- Eggplant and Whey Dip - $16: Roasted eggplant, crispy onions, cured whey yogurt, mint oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Shallots & Yogurt - $12: Strained yogurt, Persian shallots, chive Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Maitake Mushrooms - $20: Maitake mushrooms, sunchoke, whey Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Bruleed Sweet Potato - $18: Strained yogurt, lemon tahini, spiced butter glaze, toasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Grilled Cabbage - $16: Pomegranate seeds, sunflower seeds, pomegranate glaze, fresh herbs Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Roasted Cauliflower - $16: Tomato & chili glaze, shallot yogurt, pickled vegetables, pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Feta & Herbs Flat Bread - $14: Sheep’s milk feta, assorted herbs, walnuts, radish, house bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Herb Meatball - $20: Yogurt foam, fresh dill & prunes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Greens & Grains
- Shiraz Style Salad - $12: Vine ripe tomato, Persian cucumber, red onion, sumac, mint, citrus & olive Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Acorn Squash Salad - $18: Acorn squash, whipped feta, frisee, pumpkin seeds, pomegranate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Tahini & Date Salad - $16: Baby red gem lettuce, mejdool dates, radish, tahini & honey dressing, toasted sesame seeds Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic
- Persian Herb & Noodle Stew - $18: Traditional stew “Ash” made with whole wheat noodle, garden fresh herbs, lentils & cured yogurt topped with garlic chips, fried mint, and crispy onions Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Persian Rice Selection
- Saffron Rice - $8: Steamed basmati rice topped with saffron rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Jewel Rice with Carrots - $12: Basmati rice with barberries, pistachio, candid orange, & toasted almonds Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic
- Herb Rice - $10: Steamed basmati rice with dill, leek, fenugreek, cilantro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
Main
- Lamb Shank - $46: Braised lamb, butter beans, dill & dried lime broth Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Half Chicken - $42: Bell & Evans chicken, ginger apricot sauce, barberries, almonds, glazed orange peels Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Catch of the Day - $46: Served with traditional stewed herb & tamarind sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Smoked Eggplant - $28: Charred eggplant & slow roasted tomato garlic sauce, poached eggs, house bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Dried Lime & Herb Beef Stew - $38: Traditional stew made with braised beef, Persian limes, assorted herbs, and kidney beans Dietary tags: Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Half Duck “Fesanjan” - $62: Braised leg of duck in pomegranate walnut sauce served with pan roasted duck breast Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free
- Grilled Cauliflower Steak - $28: Walnuts, pomegranate, herbs Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Soy Free
- Pomegranate Beef Ribeye “Kebab” - $62: 16oz ribeye steak marinated in crushed walnuts and pomegranate served medium rare, with roasted compari tomatoes, and grilled onions
Sides
To complete your meal
- Assorted House Pickles - $5 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Sofreh’s Bread - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Strained Yogurt - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Tahdig - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Dessert
- Saffron Rice Pudding - $12: Basmati rice, saffron, almonds, cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Butternut Squash Halva - $10: Confection made with toasted wheat flour, rosewater & cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Yogurt Custard - $14: Cardamom, rosewater, seasonal marmelade & nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, TLC
- Cardamom Rose Cake - $14: Whipped yogurt, bitter orange marmalade Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Traditional Persian Ice Cream - $16: Saffron, rosewater, pistachio. Choice of cup or ice cream sandwich Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Persian Rosewater Sorbet - $12: With frozen vermicelli rice noodles in a sweet lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Drinks
- Sharbat - $10: Traditional sparkling Persian coolers: Mint & Cucumber, Sour Cherry Lemon, Saffron Syrup Basil Seeds, Orange Blossom Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Savory Yogurt Drink - $8: Mint and rose petals, sparkling Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Persian Black Tea - $5: Infused with cardamom, rose and other spices Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Sofreh Herbal Tea - $5: Saffron, rose petals, cardamom Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Soft Drinks - $4: Assorted
Cocktails
- Quince Sagi - $16: Sagi the forbidden spirit, quince syrup, cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Anar Sour - $16: Bourbon, Laphroaig, pomegranate syrup, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Isfahan Kick - $16: Lalo tequila blanco, cardamom, lemon, whey, habanero bitters Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Limoo Mezcal - $16: Los Vecinos mezcal espadin, genepy des alpes, sun-dried Persian lime syrup, limoo & salt rim Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bahar Bitter - $16: Bourbon, amontillado sherry, campari, lemon, orange blossom Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Sekanjabin Martini - $16: Hendrick’s gin, our signature sekanjabin mint syrup, cucumber, lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Chai Old Fashioned - $16: House tea blend infused awamori, dry curaçao, pomegranate syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Saffron Vesper - $16: Tito's, gin, lillet, saffron & rosewater tincture Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Tehran Dirty - $16: Tito’s, pickled almond brine Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
- Date Night - $16: Dark rum, Graham’s ruby port, date syrup, cream, aquafaba, pistachio garnish
Frequently Asked Questions about Sofreh
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the eggplant and whey dip, golden tahdig, ribeye kebab with pomegranate sauce, and saffron rice.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Sofreh accommodates mixed diets with vegan, keto, and gluten-free options like Shiraz Style Salad and Grilled Cabbage, ideal for shared group dining.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Sofreh is located in Brooklyn, New York, and the restaurant's official website is listed as https://www.sofrehnyc.com.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Sofreh is rated 4.4/5 and considered expensive ($$$), with guests raving about the mastery and creativity in every dish.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers highly praise Sofreh's elevated Persian cuisine and stylish atmosphere, resulting in a 4.4/5 rating despite some strict reservation policies.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- Sofreh features a diverse menu with 37 dietary options, including vegan Shiraz Style Salad, keto Maitake Mushrooms, and gluten-free Roasted Cauliflower.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners describe the atmosphere as beautiful, calm, and stylish, noting the space feels both elegantly modern and deeply soulful.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer concerns mentioned in reviews include strict reservation policies and wait times at this highly-rated 4.4/5 Middle Eastern restaurant.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data for Sofreh does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for this establishment.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Sofreh is an upscale destination featuring elevated Persian cuisine, an expensive ($$$) price level, and a stylish, calm atmosphere.
- Is Sofreh dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Sofreh has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Cabbage, Half Duck “Fesanjan” and Grilled Cauliflower Steak.
- What can I eat at Sofreh on a dairy-free diet?
- Grilled Cabbage, Half Duck “Fesanjan” and Grilled Cauliflower Steak carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Sofreh have vegan options?
- Yes. 17 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Grilled Cabbage and Sofreh’s Bread.
- Is Sofreh gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Sofreh?
- Date Night, at roughly 42.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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