Sofra in City of London, Westminster

Good restaurant and great service. The owner is a delight.

I always visit them at breakfast time. Their food is delicious. Honestly, it is one of the most beautiful restaurants for breakfast

Always love this place. Quite enclave, just off busy Oxford Street. Always amazing service. Personally I love the humus with lamb and tabouleh. Just love it - highly recommend ❤️💗✨💫✅

Excellent customer service, excellent vibes & atmosphere. Haxhi is very polite!!

The employee, Haji Mumtaz, always helps us in everything, does his work and the work of others, and is always cheerful. The food is delicious and clean Their breakfast is varied and their tea is delicious The service is excellent

Awful Service And my dish was brought cold. But taste was good.

Back in London after moving away. Fancied Turkish for lunch and returned to this old favourite that I haven’t been to in ages. Perfect weather and we had the best table in the house, framed in the open window overlooking the outside tables. Presented with hummus and fresh pide bread on arrival, which we assumed we’d be charged for but was actually free. Food was a mix of traditional and innovation. Our mains were Hunkar Begendi, which I love and you hardly ever see on a menu, and ‘Mama’s special’ Hamza, a sort of curried lamb stew baked as a pie with a pide bread crust. If you really want it you can also order things like fish and chips or Japanese but I don’t see the point - try the lovely Turkish delicacies that aren’t so easy to find usually! Turkish Yakut red wine was also smooth, light and delicious.

The restaurant is very clean and well-organized. The food was delicious and the service was fast. Special thanks to Mr. Haji who served us — he was extremely polite, professional, and cheerful. His excellent attitude made our experience even better. Highly recommended

The employee, Haji, is the best employee in Sofra Restaurant. He is honest, kind, and very respectful The employee name is (Haji) is the best employee in the Safra restaurant, honestly, very creative and very respectful

Good food excellent service by Haji ( good person)

Lovely ambience and friendly staff We enjoyed are tea and honey cream desert

The food is delicious and clean, and the employee Haji is also excellent

A lovely spot in the heart of Oxford Street. We started with the Hummus with Sautéed Lamb Fillet and Lahmacun—both were excellent. For mains, we had the Lamb Tagine and Lamb Fillet. Everything was really delicious, but the standout was definitely the Lamb Tagine—rich, tender, and packed with flavour. I’d go back just for that dish alone.

Look no further, lovely food, great service. Our second visit in three weeks. The manager Hadji is a great host. Will definitely be back and recommend to all

Haji is a person with beautiful morals

The food was tasty ,Haji was very good,welcoming and very friendly .My parents loved the atmosphere, I recommend this restaurant .

If you miss delicious Turkish food, this will be the first place you should come. They are very polite and friendly, and especially Mr. Hacı takes care of people very well, provides very good service and makes people's day better. I recommend him with the number 1 recommendation.

Great location, heaters, blankets, and really a cool area. 5 for Atmosphere. Service was mid. Unfortunately they serve food. More than one member of my party got ill, one violently so.

A famous Turkish restaurant and it is best to make a reservation, especially during the holidays.

The menu is very rich, the flavors were not bad, but I think it is extremely expensive.

Very nice food loved the food service amazing owner and chef know very well about turkey and the taste is super good The flavours are very nice and mixed herbs were amazing

The restaurant was great for lunch , with lots to choose from on the menu , Turkish and British cuisine. Staff were friendly and made sure we were comfortable as we sat outside. Food was hot and efficient, I would just say make sure your fries are freshly cooked . A good selection of wines and soft drinks . Overall great experience. A must visit whilst shopping around st Christopher place .

Surprising little breakfast spot. It was fab

Sofra in St Cristopher’s place is my favourite place for breakfast and lunch. Fresh food,great coffee and amazing staff,specially Hagi. Highly recommended

Five-Star Review for Hazi at Sofra Restaurant ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I rarely write reviews, but I absolutely had to take a moment to share my wonderful experience at Sofra, all thanks to the incredible service from Hazi. From the moment we walked in, Hazi made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. His warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism turned a lovely meal into an unforgettable experience. Hazi has that rare ability to make every guest feel like the most important person in the room. He anticipated our needs without being intrusive, offered perfect recommendations with confidence, and carried himself with such grace and charm that you could tell he genuinely loves what he does. The food at Sofra is always excellent, but Hazi’s service made it extraordinary. He added a personal touch to every moment, and his positive energy was contagious. It’s rare to come across someone so dedicated and naturally gifted in hospitality — he’s an absolute gem. If you’re visiting Sofra, do yourself a favor and ask for Hazi. He’s the kind of person who turns a great night out into a memory you’ll want to come back for again and again.

We were very pleased with the food, service and attention. Thanks to Haci Abi, we liked Sofra Restaurant. Thank you very much.

I have been coming to this place for the last 3 years and loving it so much. I particularly love one person "Haji" who always treated me with kindness and love.

beautiful place, very good service, very quick

We had Hunkar Begendi and Scottish Sirloin everything was perfect, outstanding service I'd like to personally thank Hajji for the incredible service.

Haji was great! Excellent services lovely outside area 10/10

The atmosphere is very good, it's open until late. I recommend

I got lamb chops with rice and broccoli and they were really tasty…one of the best lamb I tried in my life.

We said we were going for iftar, but even though you asked for water a thousand times, they didn't show up. The service is terrible. When I told the woman that I wanted water (for the third time), she didn't scold me. I went to a restaurant opposite, bought water from there, and broke the fast. Take care of a fasting person. Is it so difficult to bring water? Give up, that tall, skinny lady with blonde hair, you are so rude.

Worst Turkish restaurant in England

Amazing atmosphere so cosy, welcoming, relaxed and romantic. Top quality service I couldn’t have asked for more. Felt so welcomed and appreciated, the staff were very prompt and attentive. Big thank you to the managers! Prices are very reasonable and a huge selection of choice. definitely worth a try.

The food is delicious, but the quantity is small and the prices are very high

perfect location , helpfull staff Good Food. specially miss. Sibel and Mr. Ayhan very helpfull for everything. we have been there for breakfast , dinner , just for a drink , everytime we got best service. thanks again. when we will be in london definetly go back again.

visit there 2 times for breakfast and dinner , very good experience ; highly recommended. thanks again.

On a work trip to in London Manager took us from the street last night and suggested to try it Turkish food one colleague and we both thoroughly enjoyed the food, friendly staff So much so that we returned tonight with a party of 6 of us. All of the staff were lovely especially the manager called "HAXHI"who dealt with us. Nothing was too much for him. Everyone enjoyed their food and we couldn’t speak highly enough of all the staff on front of house, the grill and manager. Thank You all for a wonderful night.

Absolutely wonderful experience ! Excellent service and the food was also very good !! Highly recommended !

Service, attention, taste, number 10, everything was perfect, thank you The attention shown and the quality of service were very good, the taste of the food was amazing :)

I visited this restaurant while I was in the area for business, expecting the usual Turkish hospitality and great food. However, my experience was disappointing. I visited with two friends, and we all ordered the "4-piece lamb chops" as listed on the menu. Instead, we received only 3 pieces each. When I asked why, they claimed there was a sticker on the menu correcting it—but none of the three menus we received had any sticker. The waitress, Ozga, acknowledged the mistake and promised us a complimentary drink. However, we never received it. One of my friends playfully spoke a few words in Turkish, and from that moment, Ozga started ignoring me and only spoke to him. I asked for garlic sauce, and instead of responding to me, she said something in Turkish to my friend and left. We never received the sauce. At the end of the meal, I asked for the service charge to be removed due to the poor service. She refused, even though it is my legal right to request its removal. I didn’t want to argue further, so I left feeling completely dissatisfied. This was an unpleasant experience, and I do not recommend this restaurant to anyone. I will not be returning.

Food was not good .lamb fillet was hard . Lamb tageine smelled weird . Food not as good as it used to be . Hopefuly the owner would bring it back what it used to be good halal food near selfridges

Got a bad food poisoning from the food. Terrible and dirty.

I’m a regular customer since 2016 and absolutely love Sofra for their top notch Turkish cuisine and overall great quality for an affordable price in a luxerious setting located in the best parts of the city. Today I had the salmon stew which was delicious. My favorite desserts are the kunefe and the coronation dessert, who both manage to be very tasty without being overly sugary.

Sofra Restaurant delivers an outstanding culinary journey marked by high-quality cuisine, impeccable service, and remarkable efficiency. From the moment we arrived, the attentive staff ensured a welcoming atmosphere, and their prompt, courteous service set the tone for the evening. The starters were a delightful introduction, showcasing fresh ingredients and bold flavors. However, the true stars of the menu were the **Lamb Tagine** and **Lamb Chops**—both masterfully prepared, tender, and richly seasoned. The tagine’s aromatic spices and slow-cooked perfection, paired with the succulent, grilled lamb chops, are absolute must-tries. Every dish in the main course lived up to expectations, balancing authenticity and creativity. What truly stood out was the seamless service timing; courses arrived promptly without feeling rushed, reflecting a well-coordinated team. Sofra’s commitment to quality and hospitality makes it a standout choice for anyone seeking a memorable dining experience. If you visit, do not miss the lamb specialties—they are worth the visit alone. Highly recommended for food enthusiasts and anyone looking to savor expertly crafted dishes in a refined setting. A five-star experience through and through!

I've been to Sofra Restaurant several times, and each visit has been a culinary delight! The food is always fresh, delicious, and expertly prepared. The lamb tahini is a standout dish - it's creamy, flavorful, and absolutely addictive! The grilled fish is cooked to perfection, and the calf liver steak is tender and juicy. The service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. I highly recommend Sofra Restaurant to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience."

I'm still reeling from the incredible dining experience at Sofra Restaurant..The fish and chips were cooked to perfection crispy on the outside tender on the inside, and utterly delicious. But the real showstopper was the lamb chops so juicy and flavorful that I ended up ordering a second serving. Wow. The food was exceptionally fresh, and the service was perfect. If you haven't been to Sofra yet, do yourself a favor and book a table ASAP. Highly, highly recommend..

Had an amazing dining experience at this restaurant! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was top-notch. We started with the lamb fillet, which was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The lamb tagine was another standout dish, slow-cooked with aromatic spices, making every bite melt in the mouth. The seabass was fresh and perfectly grilled, served with a delicious side that complemented the dish beautifully. For drinks, we had the lemonade and fresh orange juice, both of which were refreshing and made from real, high-quality ingredients. To end the meal on a sweet note, we tried the waffle and kunefe. The waffle was light and fluffy, topped with just the right amount of syrup and toppings. The kunefe, with its crispy golden exterior and gooey cheese filling, was absolutely divine! Overall, everything was exceptional, from the food to the service. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for an authentic and flavorful meal!

I have been coming to this lovely restaurant for five years and giving them 5 stars before. I am a regular customer with my family and friends. However, no one of the staff told me before that I must order food, not only kunafa and drinks ! I came many times to taste the turkish coffee and sweets only. Today, the lady told us ( we don't accept this ) and we need to order food, not only kunafa and drinks ! And the funny thing is the restaurant was not full ! This will be the last time to come here, such a poor service!

This restaurant offers delicious Turkish and Arabic flavors that are definitely worth trying. All the dishes we ordered were absolutely tasty

Great food big menu too choice from lovely place

Not nice at all .food quality is so bad .

Me and my friend really like to go to Sofra branches after work to have some nice Turkish tea and Gulf Pide , managers amd staff members are very welcoming ✨ absolutely recommended

The restaurant is not clean, neither the food nor the tables. I had a bad experience. I ordered a falafel sandwich for breakfast with tea. The food was bad and the cups were not clean.

The food is delicious and the outdoor seating is better than the inside

The food was so good, and the staff were so friendly

Service was excellent tonight! Keep it rolling....

My orders for falafel were never falafel Pancake like crepe Sweet shakshuka Ordinary labneh, I didn't like the taste The most delicious thing is the bread they serve with Turkish cream for free

A restaurant in a beautiful location, the service is beautiful, and the serving worker (Inaya Hussein) is helpful and helpful, which adds to the splendor of the restaurant.

Terrible toilets. Too small and not kept clean

I met with my school mate after 8 years it was 3 of us we ordered and started chatting no waiter came to disturb us even outdoor they put heat lamp on my table.i went inside and paid the bill without my friends noticing before leaving he asked for bill staff replied its been paid already in the front shop was Costa coffee empty they closed it around 7.30pm I didn't even saw single customer in Costa coffee shop in Bond street.

Sentimos que Sofra vive de su reputación pasada, la comida ha bajado colina abajo. Los botines en esta sucursal son despreciables, son diminutos, las cerraduras no se cierran y al lado de la cocina.

Excellent, brother Hajji, may God bless him, has an excellent reception and a very delicious breakfast

Thanks for haje for all service

The food and the atmosphere were amazing.. our server Ram was more than great!

Really enjoyed our visit, very nice restaurant with excellent food.

A champion Turkish restaurant 👌 Delicious, clean food with a taste, not like Harrods restaurants

We picked this pretty much because it was an easy walk from our hotel, but we were really glad we did. We weren’t incredibly hungry but the hummus with lamb and the halloumi with gorgeous fresh pita was absolutely yummy.

Best restaurant served by ozge and haji they are the best

The food is quite good, the service is fast, but the environment is really cramped and noisy. Maybe I would come back if I were hungry. But it's not my choice

Our first time in England. When we search for Turkish cuisine, the table restaurant is the one we come across. I'm glad we came. I would like to thank Ms. Derin, who welcomed me with a smiling face, for her interest, care and guidance. You can taste the flavors of Turkish cuisine with your eyes closed.

The worst Turkish restaurant I’ve ever been. Food wasn’t good at all and toilets are disgusting , many staff working there but one of them can’t look after the toilets? Never go again. Very disappointing.

The food is truly great. I went 3 times. This is a wonderful restaurant that we go to just to eat even though we live outside London. There is only one flaw: The toilets are very bad, neglected and dirty, there is no care section for babies. It is difficult to reach the toilets, they are on the service route. It definitely does not suit Mr. Hüseyin Özer. I hope a solution is found soon. It is such a decent restaurant and a place that serves excellent food. Toilets must be renewed.

A cute restaurant run by a chef who shares her knowledge and experience.

The food was okay, nothing to rave about. Skip the lemonade though—it was seriously the worst. One thing that bugged me was the staff kept stopping by our table and staring at us, made it feel like they wanted us to hurry up and leave.

Lovely place to pop into for quick meal say before a theatre matinee

Disappointing experience compared to how it used to be. We sat outside, but the heating was inadequate despite blankets. Service was very slow – soup took 20 minutes, and other dishes over 40+, even after we said we had a flight to catch. For £250+ for six people, the food was underwhelming, and we only ate about a third. Staff were kind, but the food and service fell far below expectations.

Delicious food fresh ingredients and absolutely excellent service and welcome from Haji!! Favorite restaurant in London

Have been coming here for years. Food is always great and staff are friendly and swift. Was there 2wks ago with 2 friends. Had the mixed kebab lovely

La comida era tibia y poco apetitosa. Tuve que enviar mi moussaka de vuelta para ser calentada correctamente. La ensalada era poco inspiradora pero comestible. Mi amiga dejó la mayor parte de su cordero tagine, ya que dijo que era terrible y otra amiga dejó la mayor parte de su plato, en particular el arroz tibia. Tan decepcionante. El personal parecía inicialmente bueno, pero perdió interés en nosotros una vez que vieron que no estábamos disfrutando de nuestro almuerzo. Inicialmente también el lugar parecía vibrante con un ambiente borroso, pero esto terminó y se sintió bastante deprimente. Fui al baño antes de salir y si hubiera ido antes de pedir, no habría comido en ese restaurante! El inodoro no tenía cerradura de trabajo y tenía algún accesorio de bidé portátil extraño que goteaba en el suelo - ¿de qué se trata todo eso? Además, los baños están ubicados justo al lado de la cocina abierta, ¿no está seguro de que eso sea particularmente higiénico? En general una experiencia decepcionante y no volveremos y tampoco puedo recomendar.

To avoid I do not recommend this restaurant at all, if I could give 0 stars I would. We ordered 2 Iskender, the Iskender is basically kebab meat but it was ground steak not cooked at all, the bread was really too hard to bite and was also soaked in oil. Don't worry about the price. I am of Turkish origin and I would say that this is anything but a Turkish restaurant. It’s shameful!!

Soup was good but sirloin steak was not!

The food was tasteless, It felt like that it was prepared in hurry!? The only positive point was the vibe and the atmosphere.

The food is delicious and according to them it is halal

We arrived for no one to attend to us, with the seats covered in water. We were seated beside their cleaning station, despite there being free seats elsewhere. We ordered drinks to the table, but we had to talk to two different waiters to order. We ordered a vodka cranberry, however received a shot of vodka and a full glass of cranberry juice separately, (when checking the bill later, we were charged for both individually). The food on the menu had promises that were not fulfilled. The portion sizes were a joke! We received one SINGLE broccoli over a plate of unseasoned plain rice which they tried to sell as basmati pilau rice. No seasoning on the meat either, showed that no effort was made cooking it. We weren’t even given salt and pepper on our table yet all the other tables had them (even the empty ones). Would not recommend going there, save yourself from a pitiful evening. Just go to your local kebab shop instead, you’d get 10x better food and service for a quarter of the price. 🙏

I would like to thank the lady and gentleman who welcomed us at the entrance of the restaurant for their interest and guidance in choosing the food. Both of them make you feel the quality of the restaurant from the very beginning with their smiling faces and professionalism. The hummus served as a starter was delicious with the pita bread that came with it. It was much more delicious than the hummus I had in Turkey, so we asked for a second portion. The stuffed meatballs were really great, and the eggplant appetizer was also quite delicious. Lahmacun may vary according to taste, because the taste and texture of the dough had a different character. Ayran deserves special praise; The consistency of the yoghurt was soft and I think milk was added to it, which made it taste perfect. The main courses were on a whole different level. It offers a very different taste from kebabs in Turkey. The fat of the meat was in perfect consistency and the flavor was quite satisfying. I especially recommend you to try iskender kebab; The sauce, meat and abundance of ingredients were truly unique. I recommend that you do not leave the restaurant without drinking Turkish coffee after your meal. They maintain the same quality now as it was when I went there 12 years ago. It is very nice to see that they have not lost their taste and quality over time. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the lady and gentleman at the entrance of the restaurant for their guidance and assistance in selecting our meals. Their warm and professional approach immediately reflects the quality of the restaurant. As a starter, we were served hummus accompanied by pita bread, and it was simply delicious. It was far superior to the hummus I have tasted in Turkey, prompting us to order a second portion. The stuffed meatballs were outstanding, and the eggplant appetizer was also very tasty. The lahmacun may vary depending on personal taste, as the flavor and texture of the dough are quite distinctive. The ayran deserves special praise – the yogurt was smooth and I believe milk was added, which made it exceptional. The main courses were on another level. The flavors were distinctly different from the kebabs I had in Turkey. The meat was perfectly marbled and incredibly flavorful. I highly recommend trying the iskender kebab – the sauce, meat, and generous portions of ingredients were unmatched. Before leaving, I strongly suggest enjoying a cup of Turkish coffee. The flavors have remained consistently excellent over the years. I first visited this restaurant 12 years ago, and I am pleased to see that they have maintained their quality without compromise.

The food was delicious, but I passed by the kitchen and was surprised to find that the floors were unclean, as was the bathroom

Great breakfast in the London. Fresh food and good cooked 🤤

I am not visiting this restaurant again. The staff was smiling, doing their best but there are serious issues: 1. It looks very old and outdated and very cramped inside 2. I ordered lahmacun (Turkish pizza), which by default should come with greens and lemon. This has been the case for my entire life at any Turkish restaurant until this one. They charged me £3.5 for a tiny bit rockets (not even half of handful) and for a quarter of lemon. What a disgrace. 3. The owner, so called now famous, seems to victimise himself and his childhood story, even at the back of menu carte. Keeps telling how pitty his life has been in the past, yet he has got at least 3 restaurants in London, even one ay Mayfair. It does not look honest. I think toilet and downstairs is horrible. Maybe the revenue you make on a resturant should sometimes be used to refurbish itself, instead of opening new restaurants. 4. Lahmacun is around £6.5-£7.5 on other Turkish restaurants which are at central London (Holborn, Oxford Circus) areas. But they had it for £8.95. 5. I heard some unpleasant stories about how unfairly they share service charge/tip within staff&managers (from somebody who started working there, and quickly resigned after 3-4 days after the injustice about service charges) If you think you rule the world, fine, you lost a person who regularly eat at Turkish restaurants.

The food was normal - the kebab was bland no salt - the chicken breast and rice was only - the Keba dose not taste like kebba but / the feta salad was very cold and the cheese has strange taste - vine leaves was not cooked enough.

The worst Turkish restaurant in London. The taste of the food is very bad, the employees are unprofessional and arrogant. We said in the reservation note that we wanted a table by the window, but even though it was empty, we were given the table furthest from the window. When I said this, we got an immediate response saying "we changed it". You cannot even hear yourself due to the crowd and noise, yet there is no warning from the employees. The worst of Turkish restaurants. Although taste, service, hygiene and professionalism are all at zero, the prices are irrelevant and expensive. I never recommend it, there are many better restaurants even next to this place. Don't waste your time here...

The place is beautiful for breakfast and dinner The shakshuka was beautiful There is a dish that I forgot the name of hummus and beans on top of it. I did not like it, but the rest is delicious. It is worth trying and it has many branches. The nearest branch to you, try it, is excellent, but the value of their service is great. This dinner bill was okra and regular chicken kabsa And the feathers of honesty

A more than wonderful restaurant

The food, service speed and quality of Sofra restaurant were amazing. We had the chance to meet and chat with the restaurant owner, Mr. Hüseyin Özer. His life story was shot as a movie and its premiere will be in Istanbul soon. We learned that it is a true story that should be an example for everyone. We listened to Mr. Hüseyin with great pleasure and appreciated him. We are glad we had the opportunity to visit such a beautiful place, and we highly recommend it to you…

Amazing restaurant and foods are really delicious..staff behaviours are really good

Improved after some years of not doing well

An excellent restaurant with great service, delicious food, and reasonable prices. Highly recommend!

This is an Amazing Restaurant.. Food quality, Service and the behaviour of Staffs are really good.. This the perfect place for spending a great time with friends or family.. When I will get chance I will visit this restaurant again...

I went to this restaurant yesterday evening to eat with friends. On the face of it, the place seems decent- pretty location etc but the whole eating experience was disgusting to say the least. The waiters are clueless about the ingredients being used in the dishes so could not even explain the menu properly.We were seated under a plastic cover which extended from an awning and it kept dropping on us. We asked the waiter to change our table and after several failed attempts to fix the issue we were seated at another table. We ordered mains of sea bass and black cod and the food was old, bland and cold. The chips served tasted a day old - absolutely horrible. We returned the food to the waiter and explained the problem and he became angry. He then called the manager (a short, bald man with zero manners). The manager came to ask us what the problem was and when we relayed our concerns he made the following statements: 'I know girls like you, you just came here to create problems' 'You are all liars' 'You ate half the sea bass' which we had not. When we asked to speak to the chef, he said 'I am the chef!' The manager was disrespectful, hostile and took our concerns over the food personally. He needs training to understand how to treat customers - he most definitely does not know how to speak to women. I normally never leave bad reviews because I understand how damaging they can be for a business but the experience left us extremely disturbed and shocked. I urge people to not go to eat here. You will be served stale food and disrespected and then handed a heavy bill to pay at the end. Absolutely horrible experience. AVOID!