Sofrito, a vibrant Puerto Rican restaurant nestled at 679 Riverside Dr, New York, offers an unforgettable dining experience that locals and visitors rave about. The ambiance is delightful, characterized by colorful decor, spacious seating, and outdoor areas that set the stage for a lively atmosphere. Patrons often remark on the engaging music, transforming meals into celebratory moments.
Food is the heart of Sofrito, with highlights such as the Fried Red Snapper and enticing empanadas that have received enthusiastic endorsements. Diners describe the shrimp mofongo and Ropa Vieja as must-try staples, delivering rich Puerto Rican flavors that tantalize the taste buds. Desserts, particularly the flan, leave a lasting impression and warrant repeated visits.
The staff is consistently praised for their attentive service, enhancing the overall experience. Many guests have noted that every visit feels special, making Sofrito a perfect spot for celebrations or an evening out. If you’re seeking delicious Spanish cuisine in a lively setting, Sofrito is a culinary gem that will not disappoint. Come for the food, stay for the vibe!
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers kerbside pickup
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has live music
Has rooftop seating
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves happy-hour food
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Serves organic dishes
Has private dining room
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Popular with university students
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Plenty of parking
Valet parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews For Sofrito
Blaze Nickles 45 Go Pop
Jul 13,2025
Sorry forgot to take pics of the inside. But I can say it's colorful, big spaced, beautiful inside, great atmosphere, music, even has outside seating with a bar outside as well as the inside. Service was great in my experience. People dance there and all... Great vibe.. I loved the food!!!
Rakesh
Jul 2,2025
This place is a vibe. I went here with my wife and her coworkers for one of her girlfriend’s birthday and not gonna lie it was a great vibe. I have to admit that for the many years I’ve been visiting Harlem I’ve never went to Riverbank Park. At first i had mixed feelings about the park but once I entered the park all those mixed emotions went away. I thought it was gna be “ratchet” lol but it was completely the opposite. The park was clean and the grass was well cut and then upon entering the restaurant, the entrance was very clean as well. Entering the establishment that’s where the vibe shift happened for me bcuz it was not what I expected. The vibe was on point, the host greeted us right away and the wait time was minimal at best but that could’ve been because of the time we got there which was around 9 p.m. The waitress came right away and took our drinks order and man the drinks were hitting lol. I had the Rum Punch, my wife had the Lychee martini and another coworker had some white Sangria and others had regular cocktail but alll the drinks were hitting. For appetizers we had the Cuban and Beef empanadas and they were GREAT! For dinner I had the Delicious Fried Red Snapper with stuffed clams, calamari, shrimp, muscles with a side of Rice and Beans and omg it was well cooked and I ate every bit of it. My wife had the Steak with mashed potatoes medium temperature and even that was delicious. Her coworkers had a bunch of other stuff but I don’t quite remember the names of the dishes but I had a taste of it all and yum yum yum it was. I would definitely recommend checking the restaurant out if you in the area or just looking for great Spanish food. Service was A1 and food A1 and drinks as I said was A1. I’ll leave pics to give you an idea of what you can expect when you visit. Thank me later guys .
BAMM BAMM
Jun 6,2025
What a nice place & a nice atmosphere. The food & drinks here was amazingThe staff was friendly & helpful. The shrimpMofongo was excellent. The Shrimp & Beef empanadas was on point. The Pina Coladais great. The "Coquito" is a must haveI would definitely recommend to come hereWepa #Sofrito
Kaylee Montolio
Apr 19,2025
Everything about this restaurent is amazing! Every dish we got was amazing 10/10. Will be coming back. I got the rope veija entree and the churrasco and it was amazing! The flan for dessert is a must try
Fiordaliza White
Apr 17,2025
I was welcomed with a smile. The music, food, drinks and service were top notch. I was so impressed that I told the bartender I’ll be back every Friday for happy hour. Thankful for a nice spot and a successful Me time.
Yudalki Y. Rojas
Apr 13,2025
I had an amazing time at this Puerto Rican sofrito restaurant in NYC! The drinks were delicious, the food was full of authentic flavors, and the atmosphere was lively with great music. The mofongo and pernil were standout dishes, and the service was top-notch. A perfect spot for a fun night out with fantastic food and drinks! Highly recommend!
Carolyn Nunez
Apr 6,2025
This Is my favorite Restaurant I love coming Here for the food, it taste so good and is well cook. The service is very good they are really now and the vibe and Music is great.
Jeanine Harvey
Mar 28,2025
Lovely resturant overlooking the water, george Washington Bridge, high raises. Birthday celebrations, date nights, outside seating, nice music playing
Reviews For Sofrito