Such an underrated spot! They have the best lunch deals around. Whenever I'm craving rice and beans, this is where I go! Be sure to ask for their green sauce and pick up a cheese and guava empanada as well. Plenty of seating and fast service. read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ok Ill be honest, Im addicted to the green sauce. Anything I add it to makes it delicious. The grilled veggies with green sauce is omg, the baked chicken with green sauce is delicious, the avocado with green sauce is holy, the yellow rice with green sauce is splendid, the empanadas with green sauce is mouthwatering, the coffee with green sauce is please dont do that...im just kidding. As long as there's green sauce Ill be here for the food. read more

Really not feeling the food today. It did look good going in so I ordered. I have the roast pork with yellow rice and veggies. I don't like that the roast pork ( pernil) is already chopped up and separated and they didn't have any skin I won't get that anymore especially from there read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Let me tell you... Yesterday was the very first time I enter and ate here. The service was amazing. I had the roast pork plate with yellow rice and sweet plantains. The meat so soft, juicy and tender. The rice perfectly cooked and those plantains delicious add that green sauce and you want to smack yo mama. But what brought it all together was that passionfruit juice. Brought me back to LA isla. read more

Good food when it's fresh and hasn't been sitting out. Wish they wouldn't put everything in plastic though, even if you're dining in.

We went in to place a few orders for a work function but the prices have changed. Over our budget. Inflation is affecting everything. My colleague told me the food is really good so I'll be checking them out for an individual portion. The aroma of the food was so good and inviting. Stay tuned! read more

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Sophie is one of my favor restaurant. I used to ordered it from midtown. I bought from Brooklyn couple times. But food don't taste the same anymore. It's not like it used to be. Plus price went up and portion got smaller. For the price that they charge now, I don't think is worth it. read more

Recently ate here and was very disappointed. Ordered the yellow rice w/ stewed beef + boiled plantains. The stewed beef was good but very salty + the yellow rice was very soggy and not flavorful. The boiled plantains was alright (nothing special). This was one of the worst Spanish meal I have eaten so far. read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

As a Brazilian that never finds rice and beans this place is AWESOME. Great price and nice food

I've had Sophie's in Manhattan before and found this location to be as good and perhaps a bit better. They do get crowded as the food as good so my tip is use the app if you're picking up. Had the steak sandwich which was good but not special. For special try the "shredded beef stew" which is traditionally called ropa vieja and it is delicious here. Shredded beef with rice, sweet plantains and a side salad were a lot to be sure but yum. They do have some seating though lunch may be tough. Worth trying for sure. read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Shredded Beef Stew - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Today i ordered the spicy chicken with the 2 sides...... Use to be a favorite spot of mines but why all of a sudden they are packing up containers full of rice with 1 and half pieces of chicken, the worker didn't even want to give me another piece of chicken, i am paying all this money but cant get 2 full pieces of chicken ??? They always pick and choose who they pack plates too! I would not be returning to this place read more

I'm embarrassed that I've never been to Sophie's, considering it's only a block or two away from my place.* Having now had their food, I can confirm that this Sophie's is like the other Sophie's out there in Manhattan. It's mostly tasty** Cuban cuisine: The empanadas are solid, the ropa vieja is a nice plate (edges out the oxtail for me, but my mother would say the opposite), and the maduros, as always, are the best thing out. I wish their cubano was a bit juicier, and a bit better balanced, but you can't have everything in this life. _____________ *But I'm not that embarrassed. I've been to other Sophie's locations, and it's not as if Sophie's a close, personal friend of mine. There are plenty of things in my life that I am far, far more embarrassed by. Humiliated, even. **Which is not as good a name as Sophie's, so I understand why they went with that. read more

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I have to share my go-to empanada spot in the city - It is a chain with many locations around, making it super convenient. The lines move fast, which is perfect when you're craving a quick snack. Very friendly staff! Even though is a chain, not all Sophies make their empanadas the same sadly! But these are very good! If you're into empanadas give this place a shot. read more

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The food is good but the prices are horrible as they charge according to the time of day . In the morning 3 empanadas are $6.50 after 12pm the same are $11.50 That is horrible !!!!!! read more

I was pleasantly surprised that the oxtail was good, I've always been Leary to have oxtail anywhere other than a Jamaican restaurant. The price was also very reasonable for NYC as it was the special for the day. That is the only reason why I tried it was for the price. One thing is I wish they cut off more of the fat. The guava cheese empanada was better than what I've had else where. I will revisit if I'm in the area again. Service was fast and efficient. read more

Sophie's dishes out generous portions of Cuban goodness, as reliable and comforting as a visit to your abuelita's. I typically go to locations in Manhattan, but the morning of the snowstorm the family had a hankering for something tasty. Something that would put meat on your bones. Time to visit the Downtown Brooklyn Sophie's. They recently shifted locations down the block (I think earlier this year they were closer to Willoughby! Now they're just south of Brooklyn Tab on Smith). I've always been loyal to Sophie's for the oxtail and the empanadas. I also ordered the beef stew (ropa viejo) and a Cubano sandwich. The maduros are always excellent, I also like the string bean and beet salad. The side veggie medley always surprises me that they're cooked al dente and not a soggy mess. My one complaint is that Sophie's food is saltier than I typically would make my food, but for an indulgence, its okay. Portions are always good, I often have enough for a meal and a half. Prices are more than fair when you consider the quantity. Staff are responsive - they called me when one of my side dishes were out within a few minutes of the order going in. For COVID, the indoor dining is all packed up, and there is no outdoor seating. All order are to go. They have hand sanitizer and plexiglass to keep customers and staff safe. Everyone had gloves and masks. There are dots on the floor to remind you to social distance. On a Wednesday at noon, it was surprisingly empty here, it looks like they're surviving on the takeout business - call directly and shop local y'all. read more

This is a review of their takeout. The baked chicken with 3 sides is truly my go to when I want a filling and somewhat healthy/balanced meal. One time I ordered Sophie's 3 times in a row for dinner lol. The chicken is always juicy and sides come in big portions. The green sauce is very delicious. The value is just too good. Usually I pay an arm and a leg for delivery but I know I'm getting a solid meal for a decent price with Sophie's. read more

I love this spot for their empanadas, the beef mashed potato ball and their baked chicken entree or beef stew entree. I tried their flan today too and it's very delicious and just the right amount of sweet that I like! You get so much food for the price and always so mouthwatering tasty! Love it here and they're able to do delivery which is so nice during this covid pandemic. read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - beef, broccoli, cauliflower and cauliflower - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This spot made me very happy today! Ive been on a quest looking for the best cuban sandwich in NY. Sophie's is definately up there! Very well constructed sandwich, nothing fell out. Flavor was fantastic. Ham croqueta was delicious not too greasy. The homemade empanada was very flavorful and also not very greasy. Delivery was super quick. Great lunch spot! read more

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One word: Scam. This ham croquette was $2.71! I didn't look at the size of it before she placed it in the bag. A small croquette like this should not cost this much. At least include another one for that price... read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Good food and service. Their locations have really odd hours. Some close at 4pm and often not open on weekends. I don't know if any other food service that can sustain that. read more

I tried their Cuban sandwich. Surprisingly it was very good. Pretty tasty. Expensive but good.

They were really good before but are now even better. They offer a HUGE portion of steamed vegetables with their spicy chicken, as well as delicious sides of chick peas, beans with avocado and rice. The chicken was fresh, tender, hot and the perfect level of spicy. The wait was short even though they were crowded during lunchtime. Can't go wrong coming here! read more

2019.08.30 Green sauce, el seguro! Fresh, and delicious. Try the guava and cheese empenada. Great service, right next to the bus. They saved my mom and I from the storm and an empty stomach. When you need real food. Stop in, warmup with the food, pop into the bus and get home safe. read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - They got that Halo Glow going. You about to have a spiritual experience! - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very good place, pretty good service. BUT DONT TIP THEM . Even for. Two person table they try and sneak in a device chRge. We never noticed and always been charged. I would still come back again for sure. Food is worth it. read more

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I've only ever gotten delivery from here but I really like this place. Food comes when they say it will and is always hot. I come from a Puerto Rican family so I basically can't resist pernil every time I see it on a menu (which thankfully isn't often-it's pork so it's bad for you)-anywaaaay, I always order the pernil with yellow rice, platanos maduros (these are sweet but they have salty ones-tostones-as well) and a side of avocado...it's great here! Everything tastes fresh and well seasoned. They also have Cuban classics like ropa vieja here which I hear is very good. Overall, this is some good comfort food done in a Hispano-Cuban style-I probably order from here once a month and love it! read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - roast pork with yellow rice, sweet plantains, avocado and green sauce - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Disappointed. Plantains were soggy, mushed, and way too oily. Veggies were loaded with butter. Food was overall bland. Cheap but you get what you pay for read more

Good place, good choices. We had some pernil, vegetables, and croquettes. The portion sizes are huge! We wound up taking half to go and probably could have split one order. The counter staff were very nice, quick & efficient. This place has a lot of tables (unlike some of the other locations) so we were able to get a seat at lunch time. If we're in the neighborhood we'll stop in again! read more

A word to the wise: don't come here on a Sunday night. The staff are completely careless. This is my neighborhood go-to spot and because I do love the food, I am always going to be completely honest. Monday through Friday the staff are excellent. The guy who mans the cash register in the evenings is AWESOME. Please hire more people like him. But on Sundays for some reason the service deteriorates substantially. Today in particular the girl left my tiny container of rice and beans half empty and then carelessly threw my container of garlic shrimp upside down in the bag causing it to spill everywhere. So disappointing. For $15 all I expect is a full container of rice & beans and for the cashier to be even a tiny bit careful in packing my food to go. On Sundays? Don't expect any of that. :( read more

The Sophie's in Tribeca taste a little better but it's still good. Their empanadas are always bomb af! My favorite is the chicken because I don't eat red meat, but all of them are GOOD! Also -- definitely try it with their hot sauce (I always get the green one) but try them all. I also had the yellow rice, black beans, and chicken. It was good but the chicken could've been seasoned more My food HAS TO have flavor or I don't want it! Lol for this plate & 2 empanadas I paid $17 ‍ a little pricey but what are you going to do? Lol read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Yellow Rice, Black Beans, & Chicken - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Love their stuffed cassava, yuca, Moro rice, empanadas and so much more chicken soup. Is always my go to

I ordered food at sophie's the people taking the orders were nice but the food was horrible. The salad wasn't fresh, the food layout in the container was a mess and the whole chicken leg was placed on top the salad. The chicken wasn't cleaned or cooked properly. You could see some of the hair from the chicken still at the top of the leg and wasn't cleaned well. Customer service rep was amazing but please work on the food preparation and presentation. read more

Order a side order of garlic sauce that wasn't delivered. It was only 50ct, but greatly missed as it goes so well with the fried plantains. Everything else was great. read more

I went there for lunch yesterday and had the grilled chicken. It was very dry. It did not have alot of flavour. I also had the vegetables. No flavour. I had the yellow rice it was good. The black beans no flavour. This food is on a steam table. Cost me about $15.00 FOR THE LARGE PLATE. Alot of chicken and rice. I also had a chicken empanada. It was good. read more

I never try to do this leave a comment on anything but I had to with this Sophie's is beyond over priced and COMPLETELY NOT WORTH IT 1 Cuban sandwich, smaller than a hero btw 1 soda And 1 TINY flan 21 dollars It's a hell no for me , never againCuban Sandwich read more

Black bean rice was drenched with pernil juice and flavor for the 1 meat lunch special with a side of maduros and a piece of tostone. Requisite, flavorful, well known joint. read more

Sophie's Cuban Cuisine - Cuban Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Straight up, the food here is pretty good. Had the yellow rice with some beans, roast pork and steamed vegetables. All delicious. Even tried a beef empanada as an appetizer. I saw that they had raisins with the beef. And although I prefer without raisins, it was still delicious no matter what. And the green sauce is top notch, I put it on everything. Staff was really cool and friendly and put a lot of effort into the food they serve here. A little on the pricey side but it's worth it. Downside, you'll wish you had your couch nearby lol. I felt so nice and full I needed a nap but I had to get to work. read more

Went into Sophie's on Smith St believing my meal would be as good as the Manhattan location's food used to be. Well NO! Not only was the food bland , but I got the worst stomach pains and case of the runs ever. Missed work the next day because I spent the night in the bathroom and got no sleep. My stomach still hurt the next day. Never again. read more

Let me keep it simple. The food and portions are decent. The menu is exciting with what appear to be lots of tasty options. The look of the restaurant does not match the "Cuban" feel you would expect it looks more like a Checkers, but the Cuban art pieces on the wall were nice. The servers were friendly. Their natural fruit juicers are a definite plus. I tasted the one my husband was having and it was tasty. The food is good. Where it didn't go so well was in the bill. The food was decently priced, I would have come out to about $19.50, EXCEPT that they included their own gratuity. *_* Umm, excuse me? Isn't that up to the customer to determine? Our bill came out to about $23 with their included gratuity. My husband got upset because he was paying with his card and had already put the same gratuity amount in cash on the table not realizing that gratuity had been included on the bill, something they did not point out. We're not going back, because it was just a cocky, weird, and forward thing to impose on customers. We come into to enjoy your food, support your restaurant and your telling us how much to tip on an table for 2? This is understandable, I guess, on a table for 8 at a hipper spot, but during lunch hour, on a lunch special, for a 20 minute sit down, in Downtown Brooklyn? Come on? read more

Pretty neat place with good food, at least from what I ate. I had a turkey sandwich and one chicken and beef empanadas. The turkey sandwich is pretty good. Having empanadas for the first time I definitely liked the chicken empanada. I wasn't a fan of the beef because they put green olives in it. I also loved the green sauce that they give you. It's spicy and sweet, awesome for the sandwich or the empanadas. read more