Sofia's of Little Italy

Went on New Year's Eve Place was packed but staff was so nice we had a party of 12 and we were very comfortable but kind of a pain in the neck The staff was so nice and friendly and treated us greatWe ordered a ton of food and it all came out hot fresh and fast I had the lobster ravioli special and it was amazing If you have a big party they can make it special

Had an amazing dinner with my family at Sofia's. The homemade ravioli was absolutely perfect, and it might just be the best Italian meal we have had in NYC. Vincenzo was our server and made us feel right at home. The rest of the team, from the bartender to the busser, were so friendly and joyful, which really added to the experience.The only small downside was the music selection. It was commercial retro from the 80's, which did not quite match the cozy Italian vibe of the place or the charm of Little Italy. But honestly, the food and service made up for it completely.Looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes. Thank you, Vincenzo, and the entire Sofia's crew for a wonderful night.

Such a nice spot, THANK YOU YEGOR! So patient and funny thank you for your help with our table. We were looking for a spot that would specifically provide authentic Italian and we got exactly that from here! I highly recommend the spicy pizza and an aperol spritz to get that true feeling of summertime!Lots of seating!Great drinks!

Small restaurant with very friendly staff. We tried four different pizzas, but my favorite was the Burrata Pizza.

So happy we stumbled upon this place! They aren't a vegan restaurant but have a full vegan menu available if you ask. The service is excellent and the food is incredible. My mom and I both loved our pasta dishes. Yum!! Will be back for sure .

This place has really solid Italian food. I got the Pappardelle Alla Bolognese and my friend got the Penne Alla Vodka. I really enjoyed mine and the bites I had from my friend. I also ordered a Negroni which was really good. The night we went, there was a DJ playing pop remixes who was accompanied by a saxophone player. Really interesting and entertaining combination to me and my friend but it seems like the music can be pretty random so just be aware. The place was also really dark which i personally enjoy for dinner.The service was alright but really could have been better. The waiter who took our order was pretty unhelpful. However, nobody was ever rude just not as helpful or attentive as I expect from somewhere where I'm spending $60 on two drinks and a pasta.Also gratuity is included in the receipt at 18% which I don't love.Overall the food is good and the prices are a bit cheaper than some of the other Italian restaurants I like. However, the drinks are really pricy. Would definitely want to come here if I wanted to spend a bit less but still have a nice dinner.

Walking through Little Italy and got the muncheez for Pizza and Lobster Bisque. And they were both very yummy for my tummy. Super friendly staff and our food was delectable and super slurpy mmmmmmm. Will come back again. Oink

It was a gorgeous sunny day and I was in the mood for Italian. There are so many places in Little Italy that I have experienced but this small venue stood out to me and I decided to give it a try. Sofia shines for many reasons! The food is delicious from the pasta to dessert. That lasagna and chicken parmigiana are top notch. This is why I've visited a few times. The cocktails are noteworthy and the location is easily accessible by train. I truly enjoyed my visits and have them on my list as a place I would love to visit again and bring friends. To give an honest review I will share some key areas of opportunity and improvement.1. Lasagna! 10:10 highly recommend! This lasagna is to date the best I've ever had. It's fresh, well made, flavorful, cheesy and filling. Someone's gorgeous grandma had handed down this recipe and though simple it packs a hearty and delightful punch. 2. Service 8:10 this is where they can definitely improve. It's a total ick for me when restaurants act flustered by people coming to their establishments to eat. Especially when they have people specifically dedicated to inviting people in. Wait staff takes your order but doesn't check in, water goes in refilled, service is quick and lack engagement or value of the customer. I understand they service a lot of tourists but that shouldn't change a thing. Improve the service and people will stay longer.3. Salad 10:10 this may seem silly but I love a good hearty salad and the Mista salad is filled with tons of delicious big chop ingredients. It doesn't cut corners and the dressing is the perfect tart compliment. Veggies are fresh and presentation beautiful.4. Cocktails 8:10 however it can be hit or miss. I love the bright refreshing taste of the pornstar martini. It has a sensational name and the taste is as sensational as its namesake. The espresso martini is a winner! I love when it's well blended, smooth and a little creamy. However what is odd is my friend had one and I had one they did not taste the same. On my second visit I found it wasn't as good as the first time but still tasty. 5. Venue 7:10 the venue is typical in my opinion nothing spectacular but it is very large and can accommodate large parties. The tables don't have the all too familiar wobble that a lot of other restaurants have and they do use white cloth table cloths to elevate the experience. The only thing is they have a corner in the center of the restaurant where they just toss old table cloths and have old child booster seats it's a sore sight. Kind of gross. They sat me at a table facing this and it almost killed my appetite (imagine eating in front of someone's dirty laundry) they should do better at clearing that out and also not sitting anyone there.6. Dessert! 10:10 the tiramisu and the Nutella crepes made me smile big big! They were the perfect conclusion to the meal and are made fresh in house. Sofia's is a great destination for amazing food and cocktails right in the heart of Little Italy. Add it to your list!

I brought my Dad and sister to celebrate their birthday and had an unforgettable time, Flor showed us outstanding hospitality. The food was incredibly delicious , it brought back memories of Italy. Sofia's Restaurant's food is truly Italian at its core. I had to give my review, I highly recommend it!

Beware! Gratuity was automatically included in the bill without being told in advance. While the food and service was good, I'm very disappointed they automatically charged 18% gratuity for a party of 2 (I can understand if it's 6+ people). Had I not looked at the bill carefully, I would have given an additional 20% gratuity on top of the 18%. It was not mentioned to me when I was given the bill that gratuity was automatically included. I normally don't write reviews but this really bothered me as I felt like I was almost scammed.