I visited Sofrito on 6/20/26 for my mother's 80th birthday. We had a good time overall, with a few issues. The pernil and skirt steak were flavorful, but the salmon was bland and needed more seasoning. For large parties, the prix fixe menu is $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity was rounded off to $85 not including alcoholic beverages. Water is complimentary. A few tips: bring cash, as they only allow up to three credit cards for payment. If ordering drinks, consider buying them directly at the bar and tracking them yourself. We experienced confusion with drink charges when settling the bill. Louis, who I believe was the MOD, was very short and not particularly helpful. He seemed more focused on assuming some guests had left without paying, which was not the case. After assessing everything was sorted out correctly, and we were able to continue celebrating until closing time. This was the first issue my family has had here. We've celebrated at Sofrito before and usually have a great experience, which is why I'm giving 3 stars. The atmosphere was enjoyable, and the DJ was great. I just hope billing for large parties is handled more smoothly in the future. read more

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Came here for a Sunday brunch with a group of about 15. There is a pre/fix menu to choose from that includes family style appetizers and then you choosing your own entree. The calamari and the beef empanadas were decent for the appetizers. I didn't love the pork chunks, they seemed over cooked. For my meal, I ordered the steak and eggs. There's a $7 upcharge for skirt steak, which I picked. I asked for my steak medium, and it was much closer to medium well and well done. The steak itself was juicy and flavorful, and the chimuchurri really helped. The potatoes were soft and not seasoned well, could've used some more time on the stove. I asked for my eggs to be fried and it came out weirdly made. Only took a bite and then left it. We did have bottomless drinks but the service on that was slow and not consistent. I had 2 mimosas in the entire 90 minutes, and I had to flag down a staff member to even get my 2nd one. It is a loud restaurant with music playing, but I guess that sets the mood and ambiance. They are strict with the table limits and will ask you to leave after paying. read more

We recently visited Sofrito NYC on Sunday, March 29 to celebrate our 19th wedding anniversary, and overall, we had a really great experience. This place holds a lot of nostalgia for us--we actually celebrated our wedding after-party at this same location 19 years ago (back when it was a rented venue), so coming back felt really special. Booking through Resy was super easy, and even when we had to push our reservation back by 30 minutes, it was handled smoothly. From the moment we arrived, everything started off on a positive note. The valet was friendly and efficient ($20, which is pretty reasonable), and the hostess welcomed us warmly. Once inside, the vibe immediately stood out--there's a lively bar area and a beautiful waterfront view that really sets the tone. We were seated in a comfortable booth (perfect for our kids), and everything felt cozy yet vibrant. The bathrooms deserve a quick shoutout--clean, fresh-smelling, and even had an attendant offering napkins and lotions, which added a nice old-school touch. We started with drinks (Pinot Grigio for me, seltzer with cranberry for my husband, and sodas for the kids), then moved on to appetizers: chicharrón de pollo and empanadas. Everything was beautifully presented and photo-worthy. Our server, Nicholas, truly made the night special. He was personable, attentive, and went out of his way to congratulate us on our anniversary. He recommended the skirt steak with shrimp, rice, and beans--and that ended up being the highlight of the meal. The steak was absolutely delicious. My husband had the half chicken with rice and beans, my daughter happily stuck to her favorites (mashed potatoes, fries, and chicharrón), and my son enjoyed his burger. The food came out quickly, and we had a great time just relaxing, laughing, and enjoying the atmosphere. By sunset, the ambiance shifted beautifully--candles lit, music flowing (lots of salsa and Spanish classics), and just an overall great vibe. For dessert, we had tres leches, chocolate chiffon cake, and ice cream for the kids--all a perfect ending to the night. Our total came out to about $325 for a family of four, which felt fair for the experience. Why 4 stars instead of 5? The biggest reason is the branding vs. reality. The restaurant promotes itself as authentic Puerto Rican cuisine, but the menu felt more like a mix of Dominican and Puerto Rican (overall Spanish cuisine). Not a bad thing at all--but it should be represented more accurately. Also, the rice (both yellow and white) was disappointing--hard, grainy, and not what you'd expect, especially during peak dinner hours. It was the only item we didn't enjoy and didn't even want to take home. That said, everything else from the service to the ambiance to standout dishes like the steak was excellent. We'll definitely be back, this time just the two of us, to explore more of the menu. Thank you to Sofrito and especially Nicholas for making our 19th anniversary feel special and memorable. read more

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Such a fun time at this place, our third time visiting. Valet is $20. Had dinner with friends on a Saturday. Drinks were great. Service was good, welcoming vibe. All dishes were scrumptious. My husband and I really enjoyed the crab artichoke dip and popcorn shrimp for appetizers. We both had the ropa vieja for our entree, so tasty and flavorful. My friends had the churrasco and whole fried red snapper and were very satisfied. For desserts, we had the chocolate cake and tres leches, both were excellent. DJ was awesome. The outdoors was nice too, cool views. read more

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Attentions are REALLY GOOD, food was done quick and drinks came right away. The ambience is amazing and you can choose to sit either at the bar, inside in a table/puff or outside. Amazing views! read more

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I went to Sofrito to celebrate my Aunt's 100 birthday. I love that place. The food is absolutely delicious. Brings me back my mom's home cook dishes. The place is also beautiful! read more

Highway for brunch with friends on a Saturday. They open right at 12, same for the valet. You can valet or find street parking before you come down into the park. You can also take the BX19 bus. It stops right in front. We got the brunch which is $50 per person, and it comes with a free beverage. Also, with six people, you get a free appetizer platter that came with empanadas, carnita fritas and calamari. I had the steak and eggs that came with home fries. A friend of mine had the chicken and waffles. That either comes with a chicken breast and a leg, or a chicken breast, and a wing. We also ordered a side of the avocado salad, which is lettuce, tomato onions and avocado. The sangria is wonderful and strong. The mimosa is made with puree, not with fresh juice so they're very rich. The outdoor seating is very nice. It's right on the water. You can see the George Washington bridge. The only thing is thw day we were thete there was a little bit of a smell from the water or from the sewer. I'm not sure which one it was. We opted to sit inside but it was a beautiful day. It's a beautiful patio, and I'll definitely recommend Sofrito. read more

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No complaints. We were seated right away. Lovely view. Service was great. It was a party of seven so we took advantage of the platter which consisted of empanadas, fried pork, calamari. All delicious and in abundance to serve the whole table over and over. I ordered the baby paella and it was filling. A solid 8/10. I had a virgin pina colada. With the pre fixed menu you get sangria or mimosa but I don't drink so they offered complimentary pina colada. The table had mixed reviews for food hence the four stars some dishes were a complete miss for people in my party They sang happy birthday to people celebrating birthdays. The confusion came with the bill. I've never seen a cash total and card total almost a 20 dollar difference if you paid with a card. They have an atm on site to get cash but the fee is 3 dollars. I hate taking around cash and it was a bummer to pay the fee for cash withdrawal from the atm. It's a big safe and open to everyone. We went at 120pm brunch and it was relatively empty. I saw there was a dress code but I had on swears and sneakers and was fine. read more

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Nice spot for drinks and food... The park it's makes this place so special. The service was good and the drinks are better .. the ambience is top notch and definitely a place to gather people for dinner or have an evening drink. read more

Sofrito New York - Don Julio 70 - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

I wasn't sure what to expect based on the mixed reviews about this place. The restaurant is inside of Riverbank state park and overlooks the Hudson River. They have outdoor seating on the terrace with great views of the water and George Washington bridge. The dining area is very spacious and I really liked the rope design hanging from the ceiling. The place was pretty empty when we arrived, this might be a place where people come later in the day. They have valet parking for $20. The brunch special includes an appetizer, main dish and unlimited mimosas or Sangria. I went with the white sangria, it was fruity and not overly sweet. The sancochito was really good and filling. The carne frita was delicious. I ordered the tres golpes and that was also very good. The mangu needed a bit more water and butter to bind it together but I still enjoyed it and loved the presentation of the salami and cheese. I tried the pernil and thought it needed a bit more seasoning. The portions are large and by the time we got dessert I was so stuffed. The service was friendly and attentive. The prefix brunch price is $45, not including tax and tip. They add automatic gratuity to the bill. read more

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40 min to have server come to our table to greet us. 60 minutes for appetizers. About 30 min more for entrees. once entrees arrived, no one ever came to see if all was alright. No water refills. Then they had the nerve to add an 18% service charge, while also requesting a tip. Hilarious. read more

The space is breathtaking right along with the views being that the restaurant is located on the Hudson. They offer VIP parking at the location rather than paying and walking or having to walk to much or cross the west side highway. The service is exceptional and truly accommodating. The food was good it tasted like real Caribbean cuisine. I always suggest the pernil. the drinks were strong and really delicious as well. I think it was worth the price point. read more

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Mediocre steak and rice and beans and then 50 dollars "service charge"?! WTF? For a place sitting on top of a sewage treatment plant? Ha! The only good thing was the band, but they had powered speakers outside with a totally different soundtrack, why? read more

I have a Puerto Rican friend who lives in New York and he recommended this place for dinner. It was a little confusing to get to, but fortunately they let us know that it's actually in the park. I love all of the windows, and if it wasn't raining, it would have been great to sit on the patio to take in the gorgeous view of the Hudson River and George Washington bridge. We came a bit early because we had plans afterwards, and it looked like a day party was judge wrapping up. The venue is very spacious and looks like it would be great for events. We ordered a variety of foods to taste. The portions were massive! I loved the rice and pigeon peas, and the pernil. Everything was so good, I wish I lived closer so I could try more. read more

Came here for a friends birthday. Originally thought we were going to the one in midtown but found out if closed down Anyway this location is near 125th street just off the west side highway . Parking is valet $ 20 I believe . I was a lil hesitant at 1st but it ended ip being fine . Otherwise parking would be a few blocks walk away IF you are able to find parking which I would think be extremely hard. Someone in our group did park there. The birthday girl was super late so a few of us tried to get a drink at the bar. Service was not very attentive unless you were standing in one area of it. Finally we got a drink - and I enjoyed my classic mojito . They did not have guava for my original choice. Once we were seated, the waiter came to tend to us. Getting drinks and food took a little while but it was pretty good Music is Loud but would be good for most people. Definitely not easy to talk if you want to have in-depth conversations I had the shrimp mofongo which was decent . Friend had the red snapper - she liked it I also had a coconut mojito was it was too sweet. I preferred the classic mojito Not sure if I would come back again but it was a decent visit. read more

Sofrito New York - Shrimp Mofongo - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

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This place is absolutely Beautiful! Its right on theHudson River. Great views. It was raining heavily and still the view was amazing. We went for Restaurant Week. The food was spectacular, absolutely delicious. The presentation was really nice and the drinks were really good also. The service was on point, very attentive and overall a GREAT time was had. Would totally go again!! read more

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This was a huge portion pernil I ate it for three days and it was absolutely flavorful and delicious. The music is loud inside so we sat outside and it had a good ambience, but they could upgrade their outdoor seating a bit. All in all, I enjoyed the food. read more

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I always enjoyed the food here. The service is outstanding. The drinks are excellent. They always give you more than enough.

This place is in the best location on the water and the vibe is super cayutee. However the quality of food is mehh, especially giving the price. Drinks are mehh... Service sucks... even though the servers themselves seem like nice people. They just forget about you and what you ordered. Its a shame really... read more

Date Night! My date and I came here on Thursday evening for date night. Valet is available upon arrival (cash only). As soon as we walked in we were greeted warmly and shown to our table. The ambience is gorg, music playing at an appropriate level allowing you to still have a conversation. Within minutes of being seated our waitress came over. She was lovely! Making food and drink suggestions. For my meal I went with the stuffed snapper. OMG!!!! It was soooo good. The portion was huge, leaving me with a great sized to go plate. Service was spot on. Our waitress continually checked in to make sure we were good. They also have a photographer walking around taking pictures that she'll later frame and sell to you. Next up is their boozy brunch for me! read more

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Sofrito's is the spot we love to go to celebrate our wedding anniversary and we usually have an amazing time! This year, my husband and I, were so disappointed with the service. We sat outside like we always do, I guess because it was the holiday weekend it was somewhat slow, but the bartender's energy was awful. Once we sat down, the young man behind the bar said he would go get the bartender. She came outside, came over to us, and ask what we wanted with an attitude. There was no greeting, no pleasantries....nothing. I only found out her name, which was Leslie, because another staff member said it. The whole evening, most of which it was just my husband and I sitting at the bar, Leslie never came over to ask if we were okay, to ask if we wanted another drink...nothing! She sat on the stool looking on her phone and we had to get her attention to order drinks, appetizers, and food. I know at some point, we probably should have closed our tab and went inside but we love sitting outside with the beautiful ambience surrounding us. Leslie gave off the energy like she didn't want to be there, didn't want to be bothered at all, and it wasn't appreciated. On a good note, the food did not disappoint! For our appetizers...we had the empanadas, potato puffs, and corn fritters. For our entrees...we had the pork chops and steak. DELICIOUS!!! Sofrito's is a very special spot for us and it saddened me and upset my husband the lackluster treatment we received last night! read more

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Recently came to Sofrito for a dinner and had a great time. We made a reservation for 6. Keep in mind that you can't be seated until your entire party arrives and there is a 1.5 hour dining limit. I was surprised by this since the place wasn't crowded. I remember their food being much better years ago. The food wasn't bad but it was just okay. Drinks and music were good though! Valet parking is $20. I was surprised when the attendant didn't bring the car in front when we were ready to leave. We had to walk back to our car in the rain which wasn't pleasant. read more

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I was surprised that I actually enjoyed the food and the experience after the reviews I read. I went here in April for my bestie's bday and had a great time. Our Rez was at 2:00, so the vibe was chill. The decor is cute, and our server was AWESOME, he checked on us often, kept the Sangria flowing. All the dishes we ordered came out hot and delicious. There is also an ATM on site. read more

The only thing thats good about Sofrito is the location and the view, depending on where you are seated. The portions are small; I ordered the shrimp mofongo and only got 4 shrimps on my plate. Another person ordered pernil and it was flavorless and dry. The cost for each plate is so much for so little. Disappointed. read more

Sofrito New York - Shrimp mofongo - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

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This place is magical!Last night was my first time there.The lights above were so soothing and relaxing first of all. The servers were so kind and they really know their people. I recommend the veggie empanadas! I had two orders of them. This place is a shining gem. Special mention to the Manager Luis who was a class act, as well as Lexi the bartender. She was gorgeous and so very kind. I'll be back very soon!! read more

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The servers know the extensive menu inside and out. The freshness contributed to the excellent flavor. Service was impressively attentive! Sofrito New York employees never leave you standing unnoticed. Celebrate with good food! read more

I recently went for brunch. The wait staff and hostess were very helpful. Even though there was a party inside we were able to sit outside in the shade, which was nice as it overlooks the Hudson River and has great views of the GWB. We ordered a pork dish and the paella, and split the empanadas - the food was ok and my mimosa was pretty good, but the sangria was a bit on the sweet side (we had both the red and white and both were sweet). The inside is modern and open - very pretty. I'm sure it's a really nice ambience inside and out during the evening. I think for me it's a one and done, but still has a pretty nice experience. read more

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The food was good, the environment was warm and my friends and I had a very good time read more

Sofrito New York - The food was really good and the atmosphere was warm I went with friends in my 20s - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

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The Pernil dish is the best I ever had. Valet parking for your convenience. Staff is friendly

Sofrito my last stop there was a year ago it was a nice place food good staff great prices great they even had a person to take pictures and put them in a frame that's was cool. Tomorrow it be my pleasure to make a stop while I be in that area. Hope it still good as it been in the past read more

The view! Omg! The food! Omg! Everything was great. I went for restaurant week and the options were okay. The drinks we ordered were also pretty tasty. The service was good as well. I would like to try them for brunch. It is located in riverbank state park, and valet parking is $15. The restaurant is beautiful and i have absolutely no complaints. I will be back soon. We ordered grilled pork chops with yellow rice and red beans, fried calamari, fried plantains with guacamole on top, roasted chicken with garlic mashed potatoes and a side salad, chicken empanadas, and for dessert chocolate tres leches cake. So good! Check pics below read more

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It was ok. Nothing to brag about.. music was kind of too loud for me. Food was not all that. Service was pretty good.

Came here for harlem restaurant week with some friends and had a good time. The steak mofongo I had was very good. The empanadas are good; the sauce is awesome. Our Waiter, Nick T, was awesome; very attentive, polite, and professional. The woman who refilled our water and cleared our table as well was nice. The music is a little too loud to have an intimate conversation, so I wouldn't go with a date, but I enjoyed it. Lighting and decor are nice; the view is exceptional. I would go back to sit outside in the summer. Also, maybe try their brunch. Bill was crazy those drinks add up, and it was 3 of us, but they were very good. read more

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I came here with my siblings and friends. We decided to get the prix fix brunch. I decided to get the steak and eggs. It was delicious. The service was exceptional. The server was very attentive. I love the ambiance here! The huge glass windows give outstanding views of Riverside State Park. read more

Sofrito New York - Churrasco & Eggs - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

Service was nice, didn't have to wait too long for our reservation ( got drinks at the bar- not all bartenders are created equal there! Some you can tell knew how to actually make drinks) DJ was a vibe ! Went with the crowd which was cool . Food was decent, feel like it could have a little more flavor but def big portions. read more

Sofrito New York - Shared apps and drink (mostly margaritas) - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here to celebrate my Mom and Husband for Fathers Day! I called 2 Weeks ago and requested to sit next to a window. I wanted my mother to enjoy the view. They sat us next to the bathroom. People with no reservation had better options. That was mistake number one. Number 2, it took 15 min to be serviced or before the waiter noticed us. When Luis arrived, he was very nice but I had a hard time hearing him. The music was way too loud. I asked if they could lower it a little bit as we couldn't hear each other speak. Leave the damn disco for after 6 pm at least. Number 3 The food arrived. I ordered the alcapurrias, very small, 2 for 12 bucks. But my biggest, absolute biggest complaint of it all was the arroz con gandules. It was days old and reheated, you can tell they sprinkled water on it to try and make it fluffy. Something that was very noticeable was that the gandules looked like raisins because they shrunk from so much reheating. It was gross. My bill came out to $300 and I will tell you that the experience should have been memorable. Never again. 1 star for the waiter because although he was nice he was not attentive. Its a shame. That this is considered the go to PR or Latin spot. Damn shame! read more

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This place was our second choice but we were not disappointed. The venue itself was beautiful decorated for Christmas snd gave real holiday vibes. The food was great the chicken was fried perfectly and the potatoes were just ok. I didn't like that valet was mandatory but I guess in NYC paying for parking of some sort is to be expected. read more

Sofrito New York - Fried Chicken with mash Mashed Potatoes - Latin American Near Me - New York, New York

My Sister, Cousin and I all celebrated our milestone birthday at Sofrito's yesterday. When we arrived at 6:20 pm, the Valet person was not welcoming and he was very unpleasant. We felt rushed, including our 77 year old mother having a hard time moving fast and walking. he was fast and was explaining how to request our car while walking away. And our car was left at the curbside unattended with the keys still inside. What if someone took off with our car. Unbelievable. I was also displeased with the food. The salmon was spoiled and the Pernil was huge and looked unappealing on the plate. On a good note, our waiter was very patient and did a nice job taking care of our table of 12. The other waiters were accommodating and the bathroom host inside the women's bathroom was very professional and welcoming. And the Host and Hostess greeted us nicely and was also professional. I will say, that I don't plan to have dinner there again. The food was not great and I do not like anyone to make my mother feel rushed. Management needs to speak to the valet guy. read more

We came here for the 1st time to bring in the new year 2023! The music was amazing; a great mixed of music! The drinks were amazing; fantastic Broicua! The food was okay needed a little more seasoning for the boneless chicken! Our waiter was great! Great view! Thank you! We'll be back for brunch! read more

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Food was delicious and the drinks were good too. We sat outside the weather was beautiful and the atmosphere was great. Good service and friendly staff. SB be conscious of your receipt. I prefer my receipts to be itemized but we only received the bill just the total and it seemed high. We had 1 appetizer, 1 drink and 2 entrées. It was the end occurrence of that happening. The first time we thought it was an innocent mistake but after the recent time.....hmmm. Not too sure. But the food is good. read more

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