Review Pera Soho - New York City

Dena H.

We came here for a work event so we ordered a bunch of dishes to share. The food was a hit or miss but overall it was good! The dips were a twist of authentic dishes: carrot hummus, eggplant but heavy on the yogurt, beets, I wasn’t a huge fan. I enjoyed the cucumber salad and the brussel sprouts. For my entree I got the steak frites and it was good and flavorful. For dessert we had baklava and it was the perfect ending. The outdoor section is also very nice to dine and well decorated. I didn’t feel like I was in NYC!

Sterling Talob Waters

The staff at Pera SoHo were warm and attentive and I’d give them more than 5 stars for service if I could. While the food is good (the dates and the French toast were standouts) I can’t call it 5 stars by NYC standards. We were a seven top for brunch and had the best time.

Jaime Madden

Pera Soho was a wonderful dining experience! They have super fun and unique cocktails and delicious Mediterranean food. The atmosphere is perfect and service was quick and friendly. It is a little pricey so not for those on a budget, but overall I highly recommend.

Martina Ruseva

A cute spot with a great atmosphere. Came here on a Friday night and there were lots of birthday celebrations. I loved the dates and the salad with watermelon. It looked like they have a great brunch as well!

Emily Carlstrom

A lot of the food was delicious, especially the appetizers, but I felt the chicken entree was a little dry. The service was quick even when we had a big group. Loved the cocktails

Arlynn Rosario

Happy Hour is great! Get there before 6:30. The scallops for entree was disappointing. Not filling. It was four large scallops and a cream, no side dish. I thought it would like polenta but rather a dipping sauce. I was still hungry and awkwardly ate from my friends plate as well as this didn’t feel complete. The decor indoor and outdoor of this place is great. Very beautiful and spacious.

Waseem G

Loved the outdoor seating. Our server was great 👍 The mixed dips and chicken lunch entree was my favorite. Thanks!

Michael Desousa

I had the pleasure of dining at a Mexican restaurant yesterday, and I must say that it was an absolutely incredible experience! From start to finish, the food and service were both outstanding. First, let's talk about the food. Everything we ordered was simply delicious. The appetizers were a perfect start to our meal, with the guacamole being a particular highlight - it was creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of spice. For our main courses, we tried a variety of dishes and each one was better than the last. The tacos were bursting with flavor and the fajitas were sizzling and perfectly seasoned. We also ordered a side of rice and beans, which were some of the best I've ever had. Overall, the food was excellent and definitely exceeded our expectations. But it wasn't just the food that made our dining experience so wonderful. The service we received was equally impressive. Our server was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. She made great recommendations and was always there to refill our drinks or answer any questions we had. The atmosphere of the restaurant was also very pleasant - it was lively but not too loud, and the decor was colorful and fun. Overall, I can't recommend this Mexican restaurant enough. The food was exceptional and the service was top-notch. If you're looking for a great dining experience, this is definitely the place to go! Five stars all around.

Alon Grinshpoon

This place is a great Mediterranean restaurant! 🍽️ Pera SoHo offers a wonderful selection of delicious 🤤 dishes 🍴 - definitely try the Chicken 🍗 Skewers 🍡 ("Shashlik")! This spot is beautifully decorated 🛋️ and they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating 🪑 with a large open patio. Ambience 🎶 is great, the staff 👨‍🍳 is friendly, and service is quick! ⏲️ I wish I knew about this place earlier!

Keith Friedlander

Enjoyed a meal with friends here recently. Food is Mediterranean inflected and nicely presented. Portions are smaller than you might like... especially appetizers. A request for some pita bread for the table was answered with a single loaf and was charged for. Waitstaff on a week night was a bit overwhelmed by holiday office parties and service suffered. Overall, I did like the food. Restaurant could do a better job of making guests feel like guests. Would try again.

Amy Brady

At the recommendation of a local bartender, my husband and I ventured out for a Sunday night dinner on our last night in NYC. This place was DELICIOUS. We couldn't decide on what entree to get so we ended up settling on appetizers to split accompanied by dessert. The cocktails were unique and delicious, the space was clean and well kept, and the waitstaff were friendly and attentive. Another NYC great that I would recommend to anyone looking for a different Mediterranean spin on some yummy dinner options.

atilla sivri

Great food and great atmosphere. We tried the Mediterranean Dip sampler, Lahmacun and Cheese Pidettes, beef shashlik and crispy portobello gyro and we enjoyed them all. The Lahmacun was really similar to an authentic Turkish Lahmacun, and the beef shashlik is a must try as well. The baklava we had as a dessert was not warm but it still tastes great. Overall a must visit if you enjoy Mediterranean food.

Bhakti Dalvi

Great place with beautiful outdoor seating. Better to have a reservation for busy evenings. We got grilled pita, assorted hummus and herb fries. All of them tasted good, the hummus variety and taste was amazing. Very limited menu for lunch times and a bit on expensive side.

Luke (Luke of New York)

Fantastic. Great food, atmosphere, and staff! Not too expensive for the area either. I'll definitely be going back. They have a really spacious patio too for outdoor dining. I had a burger and a spicy cucumber cocktail.

Shari Doak

This is definitely a hidden gem. Highly recommend the brunch! Our service was outstanding and the food was all fantastic! Try the dip sampler and the phyllo rolls. Love that the manager stopped by several times, as well.

Maria Loera

I went here for happy hour. The place was busy but the ambiance was chill and not too loud. They have a great outdoor area which I would highly recommend taking advantage of while the weather is nice. The drinks were really good, I am personally fan of their blood orange martini. Beware that during happy hour each person can only order one drink at a time and you must finish your drink before ordering another one. For appetizers we tried a little bit of everything. The phyllo was delicious and reminded me a bit of mozzarella sticks. The meatballs were tender and well spiced (although there’s only 2). The fries are a must if you like french fries, they are topped with dried herbs. But in my opinion, the ABSOLUTE BEST was the smoked eggplant dip. I expected something like baba ghanoush, but their version was creamy and paired with the pita chips absolute heaven. For the main dish I had chicken skewers. They were well spiced, tender, and juicy. I really I would recommend this place. Be aware that the staff is not exactly the warmest, but they are respectful and get your orders right.

Vivian Lam

Pera is such a beautiful restaurant with great ambiance and service. I came for happy hour on a Friday. All of the drinks we ordered were very strong, I really liked the margarita! The happy hour appetizers were great! Recommendations: margarita or the spritzer for drinks eggplant dip and the kofte meatball were my favorite appetizers. For entree, we got the cavatelli which was cooked to perfection. Great service here too! It was a little cold at our table with the draft, I’d recommend to grab a seat by the bar side of the restaurant, but other than that I had a great happy hour at Pera!

Garima Gautam

I tried- 🍽 caramelized apple French toast - so fluffy and perfectly sweet! 🍽spicy whipped eggplant yogurt dip and Muhammara with pita chips - these dips and chips were highly addictive and we had to order a second round. The Muhammara was better than the yogurt dip though 💁🏽‍♀️ 🍽 shakshuka - this dish was not really “authentic” but I did like the melted cheese on top. I wish they served bread with it. This is a cute spot and their outdoor dining was lovely. A lot of interesting options on the menu and would be back.