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Sofra Istanbul

Restaurant Mediterranean restaurant Turkish restaurant Halal restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Mediterranean restaurants in Vaughan


Address

3330 Steeles Ave W Unit 10, Vaughan, ON L4K 1A2, Canada

Website

sofraistanbul.com

Contact

+1 905-532-0054

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (2.1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 am to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 10 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 10 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 10 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (22) great (12) chicken (11) Turkish (10) service (10) amazing (9) kebab (8) meat (8) shawarma (7) nice (7)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 2/5 Abdul Aziz A. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there with high expectations because of good reviews but was let down. Service wasn’t great, food didn’t taste nearly as good as some other Turkish restaurants nearby and prices were also higher. Sauce on iskander kebab didn’t have any flavours, pretty much just warm tomato sauce and the meat was also pretty tasteless. Wouldn’t come back or recommend.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sohaib M. 5 months ago on Google • 11 reviews
    I am a shawarma lover. And there chicken shawarma definitely stands out from the rest of the crowd. Very well done. I took a plate with extra meat. But there regular wraps were made fresh on site and huge !
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katarina S. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is just amazing! Enjoyed in every bite. I would strongly recommend visiting. We enjoyed in spinach pide,chicken shawarama,combo salad (👌🏻),roll kadayiph and pistachio-coconut rolls and Turkish tea!! Everything was amazing!👌🏻😋
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 nick k. 7 months ago on Google • 1650 reviews
    Came here today to try their shawarma wrap overall it was really good and the employees were great and helpful. Place is little small however it's definitely worth trying out.

  • 5/5 Alice 1 year ago on Google
    I've been here a handful of times and the quality of the food still lives up. Keep it up and I'll keep coming! Update: Came here again, still SO GOOD
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 DANISH K. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and fast service. The portions of the food are well worth the price. Service was quite prompt and staff was very nice. Overall, great Turkish place to try in the area.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Saad Q. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent portion size for the price. Salad with dressing was very appetizing. Ordered the iskander kebab and was a little disappointed with the flavour of the sauce on the meat. Excellent service.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nivethiga M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food, very friendly and timely service and great ambiance. Everything we ordered were delicious and we will definitely come back again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Ghadeer Elghafri غدير �. 2 years ago on Google
    I ordered Iskender Kebab today noon. It was not that good quality. It was salty. It was a small portion. The tomato sauce on top and side yogurt were little.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Mustafa S. 2 years ago on Google
    Had my lunch there today ... I ordered Iskender Kebab but my plate was literally half full as you can see from the pictures and the meat was too dated that I couldnt even finish it! There were purple and green spots on the meat that I asked explanation from the waiter... Owner or manager I dont know, he want kind enought to come to our table to apologize! Waste of my hard earned money! As a Turk, i feel shame ..Dont recommend and never come back again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel B. 6 months ago on Google • 139 reviews
    We had two entrees, I forgot the name of the rolled ground beef but it was good. The show stopper was the Iskandar kebab, my mouth watered thinking about the next bite.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Owais A. 3 years ago on Google
    Happened to randomly stop by this restaurant and was def worth it! Got the chicken shish kabob plate with rice and salad. Although it’s slightly on the pricier side, the amount of food you get is well worth it as the one order was enough to feed 2 of us. The chicken shawarma looked very tasty as well and would love to try it next time. Overall had a good experience and would recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Márcio S. 2 years ago on Google
    This would have been a 5 star review, except they refuse to serve you water in glass for dine-in. Are you serious? You want customers to buy bottled water when they are paying premium prices for the food already. This is the ONLY restaurant that I have been to in Toronto where you HAVE to pay for water. Otherwise, the food is great. I recommend getting take out.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Frankie 1 year ago on Google
    Good food, great service, very nice ambience and variety of options to choose from. Price is great for the size and quality of food you get. I had the chicken sharwama (open face) meaning you get your pita on the side so eating the sharwama is less messy. It’s a nice place to take your lunchtime break,
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Princess A. 1 year ago on Google
    It's been several years since I've been ordering from this place and they haven't disappointed yet. The food always tastes good. My go to is always Lahmajun and I actually love it. It's one of the 2 best places I have had so far and I have tasted numerous Turkish restaurants. The chicken and cheese pide is also very good. The food always comes with a side of a large salad.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay T. 2 months ago on Google • 106 reviews New
    Sofra Istanbul is a hidden gem in Vaughan where you're in for a treat. The 5/5 stars are well-deserved for this spot that blends amazing service, mouthwatering Mediterranean and Turkish dishes, and a cozy vibe. From the friendly staff to the diverse menu, each bite feels like a culinary journey. Bonus points for stress-free parking and the family-friendly setting with those cool low round dining tables. Sofra Istanbul isn't just a restaurant; it's an invite to share good food and good times. Highly recommended! 🌟

  • 4/5 Smeeta K. 6 months ago on Google • 98 reviews
    Small place, busy, great service, good food. Turkish cigar rolls had a little overwhelming flavor of feta cheese. Maybe they need to serve it with a sauce. But the wraps, chicken shawarma, chicken shish kabob, and falafel were all delicious. The walnut baklava tasted a little burnt, so it wasn't that good, but the pistachio one was amazing.

  • 5/5 Natasha O. 10 months ago on Google • 52 reviews
    This was my first time going here and it did not disappoint!! The food is amazing!! The portions are large and the taste is incredible!! If you want the spice just ask and they will bring! I will definitely be going back! Upon arrival we got seated right away. Was served shortly after salad was served (which was amazing!!) and within 10 minutes our food was ready! The mango juice is absolutely amazing!! Real mango juice!

  • 3/5 Eduardo T. 4 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Service: As a Turkish Canadian, I was very disappointed in the service from the start, it almost felt like smiling was forbidden in the restaurant, and all the servers were very cold. When I asked questions about the food etc the server answered it almost as if they didn't wanna be there. THEY DONT HAVE TAP WATER! ( Come on guys, seriously?) Atmosphere: It's right beside a gas station, the restaurant isn't very dirty, but I wasn't expecting it to be a fine dining store anyway. Food: Besides ice kofte, everything was very oily and underseasoned. Doners( shawarmas) tastes like cafeteria food, lemonade was good, kiymali lids was the worst I tried in Toronto, the dough is good but kiyma was very bad… Price: The price to taste is 4/10 If you are about to starve to death eat here, if you can drive 10 mins to another Turkish restaurant do so. Even Jesus wouldn't order his last dinner from here

  • 5/5 Ghazala N. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is great portions are good size. Price wise it is good. Over all great place for casual dining.

  • 5/5 Casandra W. 3 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    The lamb kabobs were so delicious along with the mashed potatoes and grilled tomatoes and pepper. The price is also worth it because it comes with a garden salad before the meal.

  • 4/5 anwaruddin m. 1 year ago on Google
    Had following 1. Adena kebab - was delicious 2. Iskendar kebab - was good 3. Potato with iskendar kind of kebab (forgot the dish’s name) was ok 4. Kenafa was ok

  • 5/5 Omer N. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is nice, you should give it a try, We ordered Pizza, Shorma, Coban Kworma, lamb rack, shish kabab. All of them were great we loved it, the lady served us very well nice hospitality love you guys

  • 5/5 The foodie K. 2 years ago on Google
    Our top place for Turkish food till last. The food quality is very good but now their are through the roof. If you don't mind the price then go for it. It's worth it. Sofra, watch the pide quality. Love Sofra. ❤️

  • 5/5 Martin De N. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious food. Kind, fast, and friendly service. Excellent to bring the whole family. Kid's menu options.

  • 4/5 Abdullah I. 2 years ago on Google
    Their salad, chicken doner, rice, and tea are amazing. However the iskender that I ordered last time was not good at all. The meat and bread tasted off.

  • 5/5 Bari HAJI (. 2 years ago on Google
    Very good taste of Turkey. Maybe it was me,but seemed a bit pricier than I want.

  • 5/5 Zaid S. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent food! Also authentically Turkish. The Adana kebab is really good with bulgur and the iskender kebab is also rich in taste, buttery with juicy meat and really good! Comparable to the food I’ve actually had in Turkey. Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Bakar Ali Dantroliya, D. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice tasty food they serve. I took delivery frm here. I took chicken shawarma. Quantity was more then enough. A guy at counter was talkative. It was nice talking to him about turkey. Place was close for fine in due to covid 19. Thy are following all rules of same. Wash room was clean and enough tissue papers. They used sanitizer also. I like to eat again.

  • 5/5 Nehal S. 2 years ago on Google
    Love this place. Super clean. The service is really quick. The meat is well seasoned and well cooked. Great portions. And so much variety! Even the desserts are awesome.

  • 5/5 Rawan S. 2 years ago on Google
    Just went and had a lunch with my mother. The service was great and the food came out fast regardless of the many seated customers in the restaurant. they are generous with the quantity of the food and everything tastes amazing. I recommend trying their desserts if you plan on going!

  • 5/5 Andrew P. 2 years ago on Google
    By far the best chicken shawarma I’ve ever had


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway

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