Sofia New Orleans

4.8

1097 reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Sofia is an Italian-inspired kitchen that has an elevated take on traditional cuisine in a fun and funky setting in the warehouse district. Acclaimed chef Talia Diele's menu of inventive small plates, traditionally prepared meats and fish, handmade pasta, and wood fired pizza has drawn rave reviews locally and nationally. Our Italian inspired cocktails, craft beers and Italian wine list have been carefully curated and will appeal to the most discerning palates.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

15 Aug 2022

19:00

Booked 24 times today

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Takeaway

(504) 322-3216

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(504) 322-3216
Website
http://www.sofianola.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Talia Diele

Location
516 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Area
Warehouse District
Cross Street
Magazine and Julia
Parking Details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options

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Popular dishes

Insalata MistaUS$8.00
spring mix | carrots | fennel | radish | lemon vinaigrette | grana padano
KaleUS$14.00
tuscan kale | beets | grana padano | hazelnuts | apple shrub vinaigrette
SardinesUS$16.00
piada | house hot sauce | fennel fronds | spring butter | lemon
Spring BeansUS$14.00
creamy anchovy dressing | bottarga | radish | mixed herbs
Lobster ToastUS$28.00
Maine lobster | shallots | celery | calabrian chili aioli | fresno peppers
House RicottaUS$16.00
focaccia | honey | radish | fennel pollen | pea tendrils | olive oil
BeetsUS$16.00
garlic fonduta | Louisiana strawberries | garlic pistachio crunch | poppy seeds
MeatballsUS$8.00
amatriciana | grana padano | basil
Marinated OlivesUS$8.00
chili | citrus | fennel pollen | rosemary

Pasta

Alla VodkaUS$16.00
radiatore | tomato sugo | cream | chili flake | pecorino locatelli | petite basil
Rabbit RaguUS$24.00
malfadine | marsala wine | thyme | pecorino | gremolata
Cacio e PepeUS$14.00
tonarelli | pecorino locatelli | peppercorns | olive oil
RisottoUS$22.00
carnaroli rice | asparagus | crispy prosciutto | leeks | lemon | pine nuts | grana padano
Sausage & PeppersUS$18.00
casarecce | onion | tomato sugo | pecorino

Famiglia

These larger protein dishes are designed to feed the whole table. They are presented in a traditional Italian style on wooden boards with all the necesary sides

Gulf ShrimpUS$85.00
garlic chili oil | lemon | shishito peppers | ricotta salata | piada
PorchettaUS$100.00
herb stuffed pork belly | braised cannellini beans | fennel orange salad
Lamb ShoulderUS$120.00
creamy polenta | scallion salsa verde | stewed peppers | capers

Pizza

CapreseUS$20.00
creole tomatoes | goat cheese | fresh basil | lemon zest
SalsicciaUS$20.00
italian sausage | burrata | broccolini | garlic confit | chili flake
CommendatoreUS$22.00
garlic oil | italian sausage | sopressa | prosciutto | mozzarella | ewephoria
MargheritaUS$16.00
house tomato sauce | mozzarella di bufla | basil | olive oil
The SpicyUS$22.00
pepperoni | hot peppers | house ricotta | crispy kale | honey | pecorino
MushroomUS$20.00
fontina fonduta | roasted mushrooms | garlic confit | fennel | thyme | taleggio | crispy leeks

What 1,097 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Es la segunda vez que vamos y nos encanta
RW
RobertW
New Orleans
163 reviews
vip
5.0
163 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the peach pizza with smoked mozzarella and mushrooms, so delectable, balanced with an aperol spritz cocktail
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We arrived a bit early for our reservation but we were seated as soon as we got there. The waiter gave us plenty of time to decide our choices and his suggestions were delicious. Everything we had was delicious! I would definitely come back. We tried Ensalata mista, ricotta pancakes, steak and eggs, Salticca pizza, and the Alla vodka pasta and panna cotta for dessert.
PF
PierreF
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
The pizzas and pasta were very savoury, just a little too spicy for us, the waiter was very competent and helpful
j
johnat
Atlanta
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Been here several times over the past 3 years. Food is wonderful, especially house made burrata with honey, caccio di peppe and all of the wood fired pizza. Service is prompt & friendly. Atmosphere is casual & lively. Looking forward to the next time already.
RF
RebeccaF
New Orleans
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great birthday dinner with friends!
MJ
MarilynJ
Memphis/West TN
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 August 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
The food was great. The service was outstanding. Then music was too loud to talk to the person I was dining with. Music at dinner should be background noise, not the only thing I can hear.
D
Denise
Detroit
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 August 2022
overall1food2service1ambience4
Was in town to celebrate my birthday , very excited to try this restaurant after a recommendation from a friend ….. food was just okay …pasta had potential but no delivery and service was awful.. waited at least 10 min to order a drink and another 15 or so to get it, server went through the motion , but no personality, no conversation..recommendations..never smiled , thanked us, didn’t check on us one to see if we wanted another drink or how our food tasted , she was so disinterested in being there and us it quite honestly ruined our meal. I couldn’t wait to leave.
RC
RaulC
New Orleans
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 7 August 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
It look that they chance the menu and us not much to choose, The first time we went there my husband ate the best paso bucólico which is not in the menu anymore, no fish eitheir too
SC
SueChef
New Orleans
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on 7 August 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food was spot on. Drinks were excellent. Service was great considering it was White Linen Night. It always a bit loud in there but it was a lively crowd. The only downside was the incredibly long line for the bathrooms. Otherwise, kudos.
RW
RobertW
New Orleans
164 reviews
vip
5.0
164 reviews
Dined on 7 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
In the midst of crowded White Linen night on Julia, Sofia's kept up its superb service, the string beans appetizer and pizza margherita were wonderful!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on 5 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you Chef Tal!
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gabby
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 4 August 2022
overall4food5service3ambience5
Food was delicious as always. Server wasn’t really giving friendly vibes. Me and my friend even said we thought she didn’t like us.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on 3 August 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you Ray for the immediate seating and warm smile.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you Marissa for your great customer service!
RL
ReaganL
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 30 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This cozy spot on Julia is a gem. We celebrated our anniversary with great food, wine and cocktails. We can't wait to return.
SL
SherriL
New Orleans
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 30 July 2022
overall4food5service5ambience5
Could make pasta bowels bigger very small portion
MC
MariaC
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 July 2022
overall5food5service3ambience4
The food was delicious. We ate here twice during our stay because we enjoyed it so much. Service was slow the first time, much better the second. Nice atmosphere, a tad loud, but that goes for most of the restaurants in NOLA.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 24 July 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
The service of from beginning to end was absolutely amazing. Delicious drinks and good eats all in a place that was just such a vibe!
RW
RobertW
New Orleans
164 reviews
vip
5.0
164 reviews
Dined on 24 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The cacio e pepe was a classic, followed by Chef Talia's pizza margherita with added small aromatic mushrooms - all balanced with a glass of a mano primitivo and terrific service by Lily and the kitchen!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food was delicious. Our reservation was right before they closed for the lunch shift so it was a bit hectic since we were the only table. Our server was great but it was almost like we weren’t there as far as the rest of the staff. Kale salad was killer! Will definitely recommend to other travelers to NO.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 22 July 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
Arrived 10 minutes early and was seated right away. The space is tastefully decorated and fun. Noise level was good at around 6pm, but an hour later when people packed in it became very loud. Wouldn't recommend it for an intimate date because of this but fun to take friends or a more casual date. Food was outstanding, will definitely come back for the pizzas and desserts. Didn't try the cocktails this time but they looked great at other tables. Waitress seemed to be in not the best mood but did her best to be polite and attentive - effort worth a generous tip.
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richil
New Orleans
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on 21 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
A lovely meal. The food, the staff, the setting...all wonderful. The House Ricotta was a delicious way to start the meal, and the insulate was refreshing. Although the Sausage & Peppers is very different from my memories of this dish in Chicago, it was utterly tasty. My wife enjoyed the Risotto (with crispy Proscuitto, yum) and to wrap it up, our server Jordan was delightful, attentive and a great server. A glorious evening. Go!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience! Food is always delicious and hot. Servers are also super social. We love coming for brunch or dinner!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on 17 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thank you Lilly!
RW
RobertW
New Orleans
164 reviews
vip
5.0
164 reviews
Dined on 17 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The kale salad was refreshingly delicious, and the pizza primavera perfect!
KG
KristinG
New England
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on 16 July 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Best aperol spritz! We loved the kale salad and inslata mista although they took a long time to come to the table after ordering. Meatballs were good but you only get 2 for $8. Margheria pizza was decent, and the brownie with gelato would have been better warm!
PT
PriscillaT
Exclusive
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 13 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Probably my favorite Italian restaurant in New Orleans! The handmade pasta is amazing and pizza is delicious. Great vibes for a fun time.
JM
JMichael
Mississippi
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on 12 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delightful dinner and outstanding service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Servers are great and food is amazing!
SL
SarahL
Baton Rouge
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 July 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Appetizer was very small for the price. The risotto was AMAZING. Service wasn’t spectacular but overall a good experience.
RW
RobertW
New Orleans
164 reviews
vip
5.0
164 reviews
Dined on 10 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic lobster toast and sausage pizza, and amazing attentive service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 9 July 2022
overall1food4service1ambience4
We ate our entire meal before our drinks came. This is the second time dining here where the drinks take 40+ minutes. The food is great and ambiance was nice, but keep in mind that your drinks will take an unbelievably long time. I ordered a second round of drinks before receiving my first seeing how long it was taking. I never received my second drink.
KL
KimberlyL
Charlotte
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 3 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sofia’s never disappoints! The staff is top notch with personality, service, and recommendations! My friends and I went for brunch. We ordered The Standard, ricotta pancakes, crispy potatoes, and The Spicy pizza along with some DIY aeperol spritzes. Everything was fresh and full of great flavor!
AS
AmberS
New Orleans
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 3 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time and enjoyed our food. Our waitress, Skylar, was so friendly and attentive. Highly recommend.
RW
RobertW
New Orleans
164 reviews
vip
5.0
164 reviews
Dined on 3 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The mista insalata was perfect, and the mushroom pizza so delicious!
DG
DanielleG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Omg food is so good—loved the house ricotta and the alla vodka. just make sure you have a reservation.
MM
MeciaMeesh
Houston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 2 July 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for girls brunch, food and service was amazing! The breakfast pizza is a must!
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VeggieFoodie
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 30 June 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food and service were great but the portion sizes were too small.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic food and wine! Good service and experience! Looking forward to our next visit!

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You can order delivery directly from Sofia New Orleans using the Order Online button. Sofia New Orleans also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (504) 322-3216.

Sofia New Orleans is rated 4.8 stars by 1097 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

15 Aug 2022

19:00

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeaway

(504) 322-3216

Other options

Order online

516 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

Cross Street
Magazine and Julia
Area
Warehouse District
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Talia Diele
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.sofianola.com/
Phone number
(504) 322-3216

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The Best Restaurants in New Orleans

Sofia New Orleans

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Risotto

Meatballs

Margherita

Antipasti

Insalata MistaUS$8.00

KaleUS$14.00

SardinesUS$16.00

Spring BeansUS$14.00

Lobster ToastUS$28.00

House RicottaUS$16.00

BeetsUS$16.00

MeatballsUS$8.00

Marinated OlivesUS$8.00

Pasta

Alla VodkaUS$16.00

Rabbit RaguUS$24.00

Cacio e PepeUS$14.00

RisottoUS$22.00

Sausage & PeppersUS$18.00

Famiglia

Gulf ShrimpUS$85.00

PorchettaUS$100.00

Lamb ShoulderUS$120.00

Pizza

CapreseUS$20.00

SalsicciaUS$20.00

CommendatoreUS$22.00

MargheritaUS$16.00

The SpicyUS$22.00

MushroomUS$20.00

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