Went for dinner. The owners are so kind. The service was amazing. Waiter made recommendations & was very careful with our allergy issues. The manti (dumplings) were amazing. Would not order the burger again- just a burger & there are many other options. Cute space, clean & well lit & decorated read more

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Super friendly and quick service. Authentic atmosphere and menu through and through. A small wine selection but of unique origins. I'd recommend the Iskender (beef & lamb with a yogurt & tomato purée/sauce). read more

Aya Sofia - Adana Kebap - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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We have ordered Aya Sofia to cater multiple parties for us now, most recently on 6 February 2026, and I will continue to order from them for all my catering needs. Here's why: ** VALUE: They price the catering service by the quantity of food ordered, not by the number of guests. I have full control of what I order. ** FLAVOR AND FRESHNESS: The food consistently wows our guests. So many fresh options and colorful platters, so many flavors, such variety. Their food is a crowd pleaser every time! ** EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE: They offer very fairly priced delivery and setup with enough notice, and their presentation of the food they served at my most recent party was spectacular, complete with cards identifying each dish. What's even better is that Alicia, the owner, and her husband are an absolute DELIGHT to work with. I would highly recommend Aya Sofia for all your catering needs! Finally, their restaurant is GORGEOUS. Dining there is a true experience, complete with beautiful decor, ambient lighting, and cozy and private booths. read more

Aya Sofia - Catering order...which was obviously enjoyed by all! - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

This is such a wonderful restaurant with excellent Turkish food that I've been back a few times over the past couple years. I love the service and ambience too. The menu has a variety of items that will please anyone who is a fan of Mediterranean food. I had the dolma that is a stuffed bell peppers one red and one green that was fire. The Mezza platter my brother and me shared had: baba ghanoush, hummus and a roasted red pepper dip to go on pita bread. In the past, I've also had the grilled kebab platters that were amazing. read more

Aya Sofia - Mediterranean Chicken - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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We were pleasantly surprised at how amazing the food was. The service was excellent. Everything was flavorful and we will definitely be back again. The location is very cute and loved the Ambiance inside. Very romantic location. Their cocktails are also excellent with a nice twist read more

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Great flavors! The food was delicious. I especially enjoyed the lentil soup. The service was good. It was a bit loud when we were there. However, as people left, the noise level dropped. I would recommend. read more

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I went with a friend on a Thursday night. It was a quiet night so we had great attentiveness from the staff. We split everything. Started with the hummus and housemade pitas and the Sigara Boregi (Crispy filo cigars with feta, ricotta, parsley and dill.) for the main course, we had the Manti (House made turkish dumplings stuffed with ground beef and fresh herbs, garlic yogurt sauce, browned butter). We did have dessert also (split) the baklava was delicious and so was the chocolate Turkish coffee toffee pudding! The room has a very sexy vibe. I see one of the owners is a designer, so no wonder. Love this cute neighborhood gem! Disappointed no belly dancer but I understand that when business is slower they don't have them come in... read more

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Top Notch! This place has always been a favorite of mine and each visit always surpasses the last. I came here for an early dinner on Sunday and was the first person to arrive for their dinner service. I was seated promptly and immediately given water (always a plus). I took a gander at the menu prior to my arrival, so I knew I wanted a kebab of some sort. Once I got settled, the server came by and took my drink order. I sampled the sangria (which was quite tasty), but decided to go with a glass of Gruet Brut Rose. For dinner, I went with the mixed kebab and got shrimp and chicken. The glass of Rosè quickly arrived and it was smooth yet refreshing. It wasn't long until my food arrived and per usual, my eyes were bigger than my stomach. The shrimp was cooked and seasoned perfectly! The chicken was delicious as well, but let's be serious, would you expect anything less than perfection from Aya Sofia? When I finally had enough, the server came by and offered dessert. Much too full to partake, I kindly declined and he then brought out my check. This was a perfect way to end my Sunday with a restaurant all to myself, delicious food, and service that knocked it out of the park. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes! read more

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This place lives up to expectations! The food was GLORIOUS! Our service was a tad spotty, but overall friendly and efficient. We were a group of 10, having a Brunch Book Club, and everyone gave Aya top ratings. Ambiance is different from most places, and for that reason, nice. The most amazing part? Our server split the checks, no problem AND there wasn't a tip included in our checks. Not many places do THAT! read more

Aya Sofia - Sucuk and Eggs - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

A group of about 10 of met for Sunday brunch at Aya Sofia. The brunch menu has both American and Greek breakfast items. Our waiters were very attentive although service was a tad bit slow. I ordered the Bloody Mary and the Vegetarian Omelet. Both were amazing and very well priced. My omelet came with fried potatoes, biscuit and fruit. I definitely recommend the brunch for both the deliciousness and price. We will be back to try the more traditional dishes on the menu. read more

Aya Sofia - Bloody Mary - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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What an interesting place. First, it seems as if 2 (maybe 3) people were running the entire place on the Wednesday night we went there with 2 friends. The staff were friendly and we were seated promptly. We each ordered a cocktail. They were good; and perhaps more than we expected from a Turkish restaurant. We really didn't k ow what to expect in this regard. We ordered a couple of appetizers (olives and cold meze dish). The red pepper meze was good and the olive tray was very plentiful. For dinner, I had the Eriste (ground meat in sauce over wide egg noodles with dollop of yogurt) and my wife had the Iskender (doner meat over pita with traditional veggies and yogurt sauce). She liked her dish, but I really enjoyed mine. I'd definitely get the Eriste again. Great flavor and the egg noodles provided a chew of sorts. No room for dessert. I also saw a couple of their Pide (Turkish flatbreads). I'd definitely like to try those sometime; they looked delicious and hearty. The atmosphere seemed rather low key; perhaps because it wasn't very busy, so it didn't seem as warm and vibrant as we expected. The low staffing may have contributed to that a bit. Overall a good food experience and we will likely be back. Their outdoor patio seems like a nice place to be in warmer weather, albeit it is literally 25 feet away from traffic on Chippewa, so not sure how that affects the outdoor ambiance. read more

Service was welcoming and attentive, and sincerely helpful. The restaurant is comfortable while not being too casual. Came for brunch. Most of the choices were "Americanized " with a few twists of Turkish items incorporated. Portions generous, delicious. Nice drink selection. Enjoyed the Bloody Mary !! read more

Aya Sofia - Turkish skillet - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

I had not been to Aya Sofia since 2008 so I was very excited to have dinner with my bestie there. There is a small parking lot across from the front door. We were seated right away and it was good to know that they have brunch! I started off with Turkish Coffee and then Sigara Boreği. My bestie had Sarma. All of our appetizers were so savory and delicious. For my main course I had the Ottoman Burger. I loved the char on this really brought out the seasonings. My bestie had Şiş Kebap (swordfish and shrimp). Our service was amazing and I will try not to let 17 years get in between my visit to Aya Sofia! read more

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This place was terrific! The service was impeccable. The food was amazing! Since this was our first visit, we asked the waiter for suggestions. We got something from three regions and shared. To top it off, we had their Dubai Chocolate. It was more like a piece of fudge. We sat outside and it was the perfect dining out experience! I have visited six other ethnic restaurants this week for my staycation and this was my favorite! P.S. The lemonade was truly refreshing and homemade! read more

Aya Sofia - Main entrees! - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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We had an amazing dinner with our ladies book/dining club and the service and food was amazing!! They did so much to accommodate us and made us feel so welcomed. We had so much fun enjoying our meals, drinks on the patio; we shut the restaurant down. We will definitely be back again and recommend this restaurant. Flavorful cuisine and fabulous customer service. read more

Aya Sofia is an excellent date spot serving Turkish delicacy in St Louis. We were sitting indoors -- Love all the little booths with red curtains and pillows. Service is wonderful. Both our waitress and another server helps with the menu, water and drinks. We were so pleased. They have a wide food selection, both for meat lovers and vegetarians. What we love from our orders： 1. We tried the vegetarian moussaka. It's prepared with eggplant, roasted red peppers and a lot of vegetable goodness. This is light yet packed with lots of flavors. This is our favorite of the night. 2. our second favorite is an appetizer that has cheeses within a flour cigar. Love the melty cheese wrapped inside a crunchy wrap. 3. Toubouleh is very freshly made. We also tried the vegetarian pide and the hummus. Both are just alright -- something we perhaps won't order again. Regardless, we love this little spot we have discovered and we will be back. read more

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Amazing food, and service too. I recommend it for anyone looking for kabobs and chicken

Came back here again! The place and the parking lot were full on a weekend evening. There is a bank next door, for more parking spot. Food was even better than before today. Their appetizer sampler(hummus, bulghur salad, cigar borek, ezme, dolmas), borek with ground beef, baklava, manti, iskender were all highly recommended. Sad news is they don't make lahmacun anymore. (kind of like thin crust pizza with ground beef) :/ Only thing, I love ayran (yogurt drink) in general but I didn't like theirs - it was too watery, and I didn't like yogurt they used. Our waitress Işıl was friendly and helpful! This place is cozy and they have outdoor seating as well. And I'd like to check out their Belly Dance night on thursdays! read more

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One of our spots Aya Sofia it's #stlouispescatarianapproved @stlouispescatarians on instagram. Aya Sofia Restaurant in St. Louis is a delightful fusion of culinary and design expertise that has been enchanting St. Louisans since its inception in October 2005. The collaboration between Chef Mehmet Yildiz and Architect-Designer Alicia Aboussie has resulted in a culinary gem that offers an exquisite blend of Contemporary Mediterranean, classic Middle Eastern cuisine, and authentic Turkish entrees. Some of these dishes even trace their origins back to Ottoman times and the middle ages. Stepping into Aya Sofia, you're immediately enveloped into a luxurious vibe. Warm colors, lush fabrics, and textured elements come together to create a unique ambiance. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a celebratory gathering with friends and family, Aya Sofia's inviting atmosphere sets the stage for a memorable dining experience. The culinary prowess of Chef Mehmet Yildiz and the design sensibilities of Alicia Aboussie have elevated Aya Sofia to the forefront of Turkish cuisine in St. Louis. With its rich history, delectable dishes, and inviting space, Aya Sofia is our go-to Mediterranean spot! The swordfish... you're welcome! read more

Aya Sofia never misses! Whether you go for brunch or dinner, the food is consistently fantastic and the service is always top-notch. I'm especially obsessed with the swordfish kebabs. The atmosphere is warm, cozy, and inviting. Highly recommend! read more

Oh my God, the food is amazing! The lamb chops were superb! I can't wait to go back again. The service was impeccable. We sat on the patio and the ambience was more than we expected! read more

Nice laid-back restaurant. This isn't an expensive restaurant; it is mid-range - and top of the line for that category. There's a variety of choices: both meat and vegetarian. We got the Aya Sofia sampler platter for our starter - it included tabbouli, hummus, grape leaves, and toasted feta rolls - gave a great sense for the variety. Service was friendly, and our waitress (Fatima) may well have even been Turkish. read more

As a Turk, I'm making it a habit of trying all the Turkish and middle eastern places and I'm being critical because I grew up with high quality meals from the region. Aya Sofia is an amazing and authentic restaurant! You won't get meals that are pre-made here. Everything is fresh and takes me back to my mum's cooking and living in Türkiye. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is so welcoming. If it's your first time here, make sure you call ahead and find a night with belly dancing. The gorgeous Anna was performing the last time we got to stop by. This is my special occasion restaurant since I don't live that close. read more

Had yet another dinner at Aya Sophia and it was delicious. From the sangria to the appetizers and then entrees, it was all d well prepared and incredibly yummy! ! I love the ambiance and service at Aya Sophia and it's one of my favorite go tos! read more

So we've been here many times, but this time we discovered their Flatbread I love all of the other food, but I had to try one of these. First things first, though... the decor here is very inviting and has a Turkish flair to it. The booths are large and comfortable. Their patio is very too...as long as it's warm outside, that is. Our service was great, and our server really knew his stuff. We started with meat pies. It's hard to explain what they were, other than delicious. Ground meat inside of a puff pastry type shell. Now to the flatbread. The one I got had cheese, sausage, and egg. It was huge. You really could share one with someone or get 2 to try the different ones. Besides the Flatbread, I recommend....Everything! Do it!! read more

Aya Sofia - Flat Bread - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

What a beautiful restaurant! Our friends have ordered pickup here before but we wanted to go inside. The patio is pretty, but it was too hot out. Our server was lovely. Friendly and knowledgeable. I had the Turkish Flatbread. It was delicious and I made 3 meals out of it. They also serve Mediterranean food. I was eyeing the moussaka. I also wanted to try the swordfish. It was beautiful and cooked well. The spices just weren't for me. There was absolutely nothing wrong with it. If you really want to treat yourself, have some baklava and pistachio liquor! I can't wait to return. read more

Aya Sofia - Sausage, egg, and cheese Pida - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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The food was excellent. The c(h)upra was delicious, simply seasoned and paired wonderfully with the herbed onions it was served with. Delicate and buttery was the flesh. Every part of the bream was good. The donor pide was very good as well. The lemon and olive oil beet and romaine salad served with it complemented the pide nicely. The sarma were also tasty. Small but flavorful. Service was very attentive and the outdoor seating is lovely with some nice garden accents. read more

Aya Sofia - Bakalar Czech lager - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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They did not have any belly dancers on the Thursday we went and the food was very disappointing. I could barely chew my chicken because it was so dry and my friend's sword fish was mushy. Drink was really strong so that's nice. the service was off putting. Great ambiance but not great server read more

My first time going to Aya Sofia after reading reviews on yelp. I have to say the interior design was clean, the booth seatings and the lightening gave an intimate atmosphere . The appetizers selected were the bohça and Babaghanoush. The bohça was so flaky and buttery. The meat filling for the bohça was well seasoned and tasty. I will definitely reoder the next time I come back! Apparently the was a miscommunication with our waiter, he gave us the hummus instead of the babaghanoush. I never had babaghanoush so I couldn't tell the difference from humus. Found out when it was time to pay. The humus tasted like any other humus. The bread was warm when served. For my entrée I went with the Köfte, the Turkish meatball made up of lamb and beef. It paired well with the yogurt sauce. It came with a side of broccoli, I have never had broccoli from other Turkish restaurants, it threw me for a loop. The restaurant has very limited parking. So big groups will have to park somewhere else and walk. The staff were accommodating. He was able to give recommendations and answer questions about the menu .They don't take reservations, so arriving early will be recommended. read more

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If you are looking for a great brunch this is your place. Still time to eat on the patio, but the inside is full of charm as well. Lots of vegetarian dishes, with enough to also keep your meat lovers happy. Just a warning...servings are generous, so you may have to take your baklava to go. read more

I have had the pleasure of dining here several times and a review has been long overdue. The food is absolutely delicious and we always have a hard time deciding what to order. With the exception of the Türkish Salad I don't think we've ever duplicated a dish. Most recently, we split the salad, the Ezme Meze Platter, the swordfish meze, and the Doner and Feta Pide. The pita bread that comes with the dips is so fluffy and delicious. The baba ganoush was definitely my fave but they are all amazing. The crust of the pide is fab but we didn't love the filling. Very meat heavy. Swordfish kebab was unreal and I would order it again. The patio is cozy and charming despite being on busy Chippewa. The only drawback is the service, which is slow and variable in level of attentiveness. However, all of the staff is very friendly. We'll definitely keep in the rotation though, too much tasty food left to try! read more

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Love Mediterranean food had never had Turkish before. Went for my birthday last night and all six of us agreed it was one of the best meals that we've ever had the food was phenomenal the service was great we'll definitely be going back here and the price ranges you can definitely eat in your budget if you wish read more

Pretty good food. The restaurant was clean and nice. We sat out on the patio area and had dinner. It was very tasty food. Would go back again and try their entrees read more

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This checks off all the boxes for us: - Delicious Turkish/Mediterranean food - halal for my in-laws - vegan options for my parents - nice/fun wine options for us - the kids love the food (kofta kebab) - friendly atmosphere and staff: they interact with our kids so naturally Because of all of these things, it's worth the trek from Ellisville. Great job, Aya Sofia! read more

Great place for Mediterranean meal. Staff was very friendly, food was fast and overall experience was good. Good way to explore Mediterranean food options. read more

Amazing food, great service. A little pricey but extremely worth it , also a great atmosphere and very friendly and helpful staff. read more

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Dinner at Aya Sofia was wonderful! The setting is very cozy with tapestries and dim lighting. We started with the Hydari, which was incredibly refreshing. Our main was their mixed grill, which had a plethora of meats and veggies with some rice pilaf, our favorite was the kofte! The skewered meats were a touch overcooked, but the flavors were on point! We had house made baklava and Turkish coffee for dessert, perfect cap to a wonderful meal! The service was incredible, can't wait to come back! read more

Aya Sofia - Mixed Grill - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Date night alert ! This spot was so cute, tucked away this is definitely a St. Louis gem! The service was fantastic it's a dim lit romantic little spot. The food was super fresh and delish! I got the Stuffed prepped dish(Dolma), I don't recommend. The peppers were over cooked it was like a bunch of mush. My boyfriend got the Iskender he loved it and destroyed, lol, it was very tasty! Apps we had the sword fish SO GOOD, Biber Ezme a red pepper spread served with hummus, DELISH, then the Shepard salad supper fresh for a hot summer night. Make sure to try the house red blend it's super smooth, the waiter suggested and I'm glad we went with that one. Even with the bad entree I truly enjoyed my time and the other food I tried. I will be back for more! read more

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Went over for lunch to try some Mediterranean food. The patio is nice and fun especially since its fall and the weather is beautiful. Had the humus which was delicious, the Turkish bread was soft and warm, while for my entree I had the doner sandwich which was delicious and tasty. Our waiter was nice and very friendly. And it was a good experience. I look forward to trying out more on the menu!! read more

Aya Sofia - Doner Gyro Pita - Turkish Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Tried iskender and kiymali pide. The pide had an interesting dough, did not remind me Turkish pide. The iskender was not fresh. Probably from the day before. We also tried ayran, which had a bad taste (could not drink it). The service was great!! I wish their food was better. read more

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