Sofra Restaurant & Cafè — Restaurant in Luxor City

Sofra is a victim of its own success. It has potential to be great - but it’s way too popular (definitely make a reservation, many people were turned away) and the staff can’t keep up.

The good: Staff were friendly, the restaurant set up is beautiful with antique furnishing, they have a wide variety of juices and the fresh lemon juice was yummy. Food wise, we enjoyed the baked lamb kofta - delicious, cooked perfectly so the meat wasn’t dry. The prices are really affordable and fair.

The bad: We were seated in a small room next to the entrance, which made us invisible to staff and it was really stuffy when the front desk guy closed the doors, we asked for it to be opened up to get some air conditioning from the bigger room. Unfortunately another Indian family was also seated in the room across us, as only the European guests were shown upstairs for seating. The wait time. It took 30 minutes for our drinks to arrive and a total of 50 mins for our food - which was considered fast as we walked up to the front desk to ask to place our orders instead of waiting in the room. The Indian family waited 40 minutes to just place their orders. Unfortunately they forgot my lemon juice order initially The food was disappointing. The chicken tajin had chicken fried separately and placed on top of the stew instead of being cooked together. Perhaps they had no time - chicken was dry and the stew was tasteless. The fried prawns were a little salty and the rice was hard and tasteless as well.

To be fair, the kind front waiter noticed we didn’t finish our food and asked for feedback. I showed him the dry chicken and he waived it off the bill.

Perhaps the good reviews here are from tourists who haven’t tasted great Egyptian food - there’s way better restaurants such as Loqma and El Kebabgy.

If the Sofra kitchen can’t keep up with the orders, close some of your rooms and limit the number of guests so the quality of...

Nestled in the heart of Luxor, Sofra stands out as a culinary gem, offering a captivating journey into the rich tapestry of Egyptian flavors. From the moment you step through the doors, the beautiful tiles and authentic decor transport you to the heart of Egypt, setting the stage for a truly memorable experience.

The attentive and knowledgeable staff adds to the welcoming atmosphere, making you feel like an honored guest in a friend's home. We especially thank Ragab for making us feel special.

We indulged in the mezze platter, a delightful array of small dishes featuring classics like baba ganoush, hummus, and falafel. Each bite was a burst of freshness and flavor. We then had moussaka which was a delight after a long day exploring the beauties of Luxor. The chefs at Sofra take pride in using high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients, and it truly reflects in the taste and presentation of every dish.

Sofra's commitment to authenticity extends beyond the menu to the restaurant's ambiance. The decor is a thoughtful blend of modern elegance and traditional elements, creating a space that is both inviting and culturally immersive.

In conclusion, Sofra is not just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey through the heart of Egypt. The dedication to authenticity, the impeccable service, and the exquisite flavors make it a must-visit for anyone...

Nov, 2017 - We just arrived in Luxor and needed to eat. We saw really good reviews about this restaurant, and decided to walk from Iberotel (11mins).

We thought the restaurant was closed as the door below the name Sofra was closed. In fact the whole building is Sofra's. They have a first floor dinning and roof top dinning. We were ushered to the roof top.

After deliberating, we ordered Koushry (25LE), Tagin Ramya Bil Mozza (75LE), Hamam Mahsi (50LE), and Karkade (14LE) at 6:54pm. Karkade came at 7:04pm; mains arrived at 7:10pm.

The karkade was full-blown with hibiscus flavour. The food was delicious! The flavour profile in each dish was superb! The Tagin Ramya Bil Mozza (lamb with okra)'s lamb was tender and the okra with the tomato-based sauce was flavourful. The meat portion is decent in size. The Hamam Mahsi (stuffed pigeon) was definitely stuffed to it's max. The skin was roasted to crispy. As with any pigeon, it doesn't have too much meat, but it does give glorious flavour to the rice. The Koushry (mixed rice spaghetti dish) is ok, but they added fried onions to top up the flavour. The atmosphere is beautiful and the staff are friendly and service-oriented. The prices are reasonable for the atmosphere, food quality and service. Also, prices on the menu are inclusive of tax (16%) and service charge...