Pera Soho expands upon the exploration of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine first embarked upon by midtown’s Pera Mediterranean Brasserie when it opened in late 2006 on Madison Avenue to become a “Top 5 Newcomer” in the 2008 Zagat Survey. A downtown-ized version of the original restaurant with an edgier approach to food and ambiance and with the pursuit of pleasing all five senses, Pera Soho embraces the Pera hallmark of presenting a culinary experience firmly rooted in centuries-old Eastern Mediterranean traditions, while incorporating contemporary Western trends, seasoned with New York City gustatory flair, without any compromise of the essential integrity of the food.
Pera Soho offers some of the signature dishes that made the first Pera so popular, while also taking diners’ palates on a more adventurous journey through the Eastern Mediterranean in a tri-fold setting: indoors, private garden, and rooftop patio for private events.
"Very good food, service, and ambiance. Unfortunately there were several tables of rude diners who screamed as opposed to talking at a normal level."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"Had an excellent dinner here last week with some friends. The outdoor area is awesome and it's also a great place to hang out in the bar. The starters we tried such as the calamaries and the peppars were top notch and so was the mains (we had fish dishes)."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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"Went for a bridal lunch for a colleague - a bunch of women from the office. The patio is gorgeous but the weather wasn't, so we sat inside, which is really beautiful as well. The ambiance is extraordinary, and the food is deftly presented, tasty and unusual."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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"Great outdoor dining, everything was perfect: food, drinks, noise level, and service. We even met some very nice people from the next table. We plan on going again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"The food was fair to good depending on what you got. Appetizers were mostly bland except the calamari. Eggs benedict were overcooked but was excellent after they were reordered. First seating for brunch ran out of the chutney for the french toast. Talk about poor planning Server literally had to be reminded on three separate ocassions that we requested something and she forgot."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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"Roof top was great. The food or Mother's Day brunch was good but too slow.. We only had about 10 on the roof top, Pera was not able to keep the food filled.. Spoke to the manager Liz about it and she said it was coming, no apology nothing"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch
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"We saw the restaurant walking by and we went for dinner that same day. Food and service is correct but i cant recall anything special about the place. It is fine for dinner."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"I was disappointed Pera SoHo didn't have lamb chops. How could a Mediterranean restaurant not have lamb chops. Anyway, in my opinion, Pera in mid town east is much better. It have a better menu and atmosphere."
Dined on 4/23/2013
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"We dined at Pera Soho the night before our TD bike tour and really enjoyed our dinner. The hostess was kind, charging our cell phones upon request. The food was delicious... our table ordered lamb, beef Shashlik and seared Salmon. We all loved our entres. We did not love our appetizers, we all agreed they were only fair. We loved the Gelato for desert. We will return to this restaurant!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Our server was sassy and unhelpful and made me feel dumb for asking questions about the menu. The brussel sprouts were too bitter. Our dessert wine took way longer than it should have to arrive. The atmosphere was lovely, we were seated quickly."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2012
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"Me and my sister had a good time. It was quite relaxing. The food was amazing . I actually went again the next day. The service was great as well. Plan on going there for Brunch."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic
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"When you have a floater in your water glass and the establishment doesn't seem to care I should've known to get up and walk out. That is how our dinner started. Then we went to share a few apps and when one of the had three pieces and we were four, I asked the waitress if we could adjust accordingly she simply said "you'll need to order two orders". Next straw was a dessert which lists a honey dressing which was dry as granola. When asked for some honey for it, the waitress replied " do you want a side of honey?"' My wife replied that she wanted the honey that was supposed to be on the menu item. When my bill came there was an $11 misc charge for the honey. The dessert was only $10. The manager was no to be found. Pera NoHo!!!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
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"Highly reccommend this Turkish cuisine. Every bite was delectable from the smoked eggplant, warm hummus and beet with goat cheese. I had the braised lamb which was absolutely the best lamb dish I have ever tasted. We ordered the sautéed kale, roasted Brussel sprouts and rosemary fries. Our server was terrific. We will definitely be visiting Pera again real soon!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Pera SoHo is such a miss. It has a terrific outdoor venue for brunch but unfortunately it is coupled with some of the WORST service in Manhattan...which is such a waste. I have been there twice and have regretted it both times. I can NOT wait for this place to go out of business so that it can be taken over by people who actually know how to run a restaurant."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2003
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"Had a wonderful time dining outdoors for lunch. Food was great."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Food was very authentic and absolutely fantastic - simple, nothing necessarily gourmet but just delicious! Hosting an event there and went in advance to try the cuisine. Everyone was extremely pleased!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Lovely place, good food, good service. At first, (we were the first to arrive for brunch) the music was overpowering; however, as more people arrived, the music became less offensive. Perhaps other people asked that it also be lowered. Why is it that managers of restaurants insist on playing loud music and imposing their taste in music on others, especially for brunch?! It is becoming more and more difficult find a restaurant where the main purpose is to enjoy good food and good company. When I want to listen to music, I go to a place where listening to music is the main concern - and that is not to a restaurant. Other than that, I liked Pera."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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"the restaurant is beautifully decorated and the lighting is perfect. the service was very good and attentive. the food is very interesting and tasty. and the wine list is adequate though a bit on the expensive side for ordinary wine. i would recommend this restaurant without hesitation my one caveat is that if you go on saturday night and want to talk make sure you finish your meal before about 10:00 as the bar scene and the music elevate at that time and it is difficult to have a conversation"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Beautiful and sophisticated restaurant with vibrant bar scene. Spacious dinning accommodations, especially for larger groups. Noise level was moderate, even as the bar became crowded. Food selection and preparation were first rate, although the small plate quantities, generally 3 pieces is at least 1 piece short for most groups. Wait staff was knowledgeable and attentive, and recommendations were terrific. All in all, a very satisfying experience."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot
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"I loved every dish I had here. I ate a lot more than I should have because everything was so good. The seafood dishes are great and the hanger stake was so tender and well seasoned. My only complaint is that my drink (mango something?) was a bit too spicy, it should have been smoother. Besides that, I loved the atmosphere and decor. It's a really nice place but not stuffy or pretentious. It's very lively and comfortable, and the service is great! I will definitely be going back in the future."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Love the setting and decor. The eggplant puree appetizer (babaganoush) was excellent. My entree of pappardelle with mushrooms was bland and heavy. The pappardelle were overcooked. I would definitely not recommend. My dining companion had the salmon which was a much better entree choice."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2002
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"Great for groups. Looking forward to dine again."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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"We really enjoyed the whole experience of dining at Pera Soho. Some dishes were better than others. Service was fantastic. I would definitely go back again and look forward to sitting outside when the weather permits. ."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
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"I went to Pera Soho for Valentine's Day. They had the fixed dinner specials full of fabulous different appetizers, entrees and deserts. The ambiance was very romantic and the live jazz band set the tone perfectly. I will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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"We were totatlly not prepared for how incredible this was! Food fresh, delicately prepared, visually stunning, tastes that melded in just the right way and OMG, over the top, delicious. Service that felt like they were a true team. Clean design, even comfy chairs! We will go back for sure."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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