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#1,102 of 15,784 Restaurants in London
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PRICE RANGE
US$31 - US$44
CUISINES
Mediterranean, European, Turkish, Middle Eastern
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
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Mayfair
0.4 miles from Buckingham Palace
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

The worst service ever experienced in over 50 years.While seated one of the staff managers were screaming constantly.When we placed the order we waited more than 15 minutes while other tables arrived after had their food served.When the food arrived 2 were missing items and...one was wrong.We asked the waiter 3 times before the missing items arrived by which time we had nearly finished the meal. When the bill was presented we asked for the service charge (opitional) to be removed as both the service and attention had been poor.The manager/owner was so rude and direct we then said he was going to charge for the complimentary bread!! I lost it.He should not be in the industry and I am escalating the matter to the westminsiter council as he was fooling people I am not a tourist as many where I live here.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 3 November 2023

Lovely atmosphere and one of the best Turkish breakfasts in london . Good food and good service with a nice owner

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 27 September 2023

We ordered carryout/takeaway from Sofra one evening while we were staying in Mayfair next to Shepherd Market. We got several of the small dishes to sample a few different things, and everything -- including even the flatbread -- was outstanding. The grilled lamb on hummus...and the succulent grilled prawns were standouts. The order was beautifully packaged, ready quickly, and very reasonably priced. Friendly, helpful staff. Definitely give them a try!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 3 July 2023

Sofra never disappoints - we lived in London years ago and return at least twice a year. And we nearly always work in a swing to Shepherds Market and a meal at Sofra. Delicious food, very efficient and attentive service, reasonably priced. And the inexpensive...Turkish red on the wine list is terrific. Highly recommended.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 22 June 2023

We are lucky to have friends recommend this restaurant and also luck to meet Tan working in Sofia introducing dishes for us.. All we ordered were beyond our expectations. It is enjoyable to have dinner here during the sunny June evening.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 19 March 2023 via mobile

Walked down the street and luckily did not need a reservation to squeeze in for an early dinner (6:00). We had buffalo mozzarella salad, tzatziki, okra, Scottish filet, and grilled Salmon. All of our meals were excellent! Service was good atmosphere fantastic. Highly recommend.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 14 February 2023

This was a visit for a small group of us after a busy business day in London. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left the service was faultless. When we arrived the restaurant was busy and so we thought the the service...may be slow, it wasn't. The longest wait was for us to decide what to eat. The staff were willing to answer any questions that you may have and even showed you pictures to confirm visually what they were describing. For starter we picked a number of small plates to share (Octopus, Calamari, Chorizo etc) and for the main course picked our own dishes. Everything came out together, was hot, well presented and I would say just the right portion size. I had the Lamb Tagine and while it was different to what I had had before, it was cooked to perfection and I enjoyed every morsel. Others enjoyed the Spicy Pots of Ground Lamb and Beef, and Fish and the Kabsa. While most were too full for dessert, thre of us had the Su Muhallebesi, Baklava and a cheesecake. Overall we left happy, unhurried and satisfied that we'd had good food without breaking our credit card.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 12 November 2022 via mobile

I used to work near the shapered Market. Went to the restaurant many times. Came with my 2 year old son and my family . We were told the only table available is the one outside I said there are many tables available and I...have a 2 years old child can't sit outside in a chilly night .the guy didn't even try . I was told that's it. Actually I felt that the message is that you are not posh enough to sit insideMore

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 11 November 2022

Our larger group showed up without a reservation, and the staff were so accommodating. They gave a great deal of personal attention, personality and amusement. The mixed grill was so flavorful and tender. Highly recommend! Everyone was pleased with their meal. Such a charming area!

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 21 October 2022 via mobile

Attentive service, tasty food. Lots of choices. Very filling. Make sure you know which location you are going to if you made a reservation.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 19 October 2022

I had three dinners at Sofra and each was delicious! The service was wonderful with both a very attentive Maitre D' as well as the wait staff. The restaurant is open on Sunday which is not the case for most restaurants in Shepherd's Market, so...I was delighted to be able to enjoy my last dinner in London there!More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 12 October 2022 via mobile

Lots of choice. The food was really good. We really enjoyed it here. Staff attentive and professional. We didn’t book but were lucky enough to get a table for two in the window.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 31 July 2022 via mobile

Located in the area of Shepherds Market in Mayfair, Sofra offers wonderful Turkish fare. The salads were wonderfully fresh and flavorful and the meats like the lamb, so mouth-watering and flavorful, tender, and artfully presented. The milk pudding with berries and nuts was the perfect...way to end the dining experience with a very happy bellyMore

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 7 July 2022

We have eaten at Sofra Mayfair on several occasions (lunches and dinners) and never been disappointed. It offers a wide array of Middle Eastern and Turkish dishes in a pleasant setting in charming Shepherd Market. The mixed grill is a delicious assortment and the kofta...kebobs are likewise tasty. Hard to go wrong here.More

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 24 May 2022

Six of us have been lunching here for years, always choosing from the Healthy Menu (which you have to ask for). Today, the meze selection came in six rather measly individual portions, instead of the usual dishes from which you each help yourself. Bad move!...Otherwise, the experience was as good as ever.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Sofra - Mayfair is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 3.5