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Sofia New Orleans

4.8 (2324)
$31 to $50
Italian
516 Julia St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Sofia New Orleans

4.8
$31 to $50
Italian
Warehouse District

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 63 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Talia Diele
  • Neighborhood
    Warehouse District
  • Cross street
    Magazine and Julia
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Sofia New Orleans.

4.8

4.8
(2324)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Italian

  • New Orleans

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sofia New Orleans offers "outstanding food" with "excellent service" and a "fun vibe." The Italian menu shines with dishes like "the best chicken parm" and "amazing vodka pasta." While the atmosphere is lively, some find it "nightclub-loud." The family-style dining and attentive staff, especially Tiberius, are highlights.
2,324 Reviews
  1. Nicole

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious pesto pasta, and all the pizzas are yummy!

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  2. Danielle

    New Orleans6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely exceptional! Tons of gluten free stuff!

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  3. Newt

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I used to manage an Italian restaurant kitchen many years ago, so I have a hard time eating out at Italian eateries, mainly because so many of them are mediocre and cut corners. I know many of the tricks they use. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed Sofia New Orleans! The food was wonderfully fantastic, surprising, and original. I recommend the Celery Insalata, the Alla Vodka, and the Parmesan Ice Cream. Trust me on this, they are all fantastic! We will be back to this fine dining restaurant that is well worth every penny paid. Thank you, Sofia!

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  4. Lori Gold

    New Orleans60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service exceptional and of course interesting cocktails. Overall a great experience.

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  5. Suzanne

    South Carolina3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter, Tiberius was wonderful. It is such a cozy place with a fun vibe. Food is excellent.

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  6. Les

    Portland18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was excellent and they provided great assistance with GF and DF allergies. All food was great!

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  7. David

    Las Vegas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was outstanding. Service friendly. Cool place

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  8. Andrea

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing!! I did miss the DJ!! Hope they come back soon!!

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  9. Mitzi Gold

    London20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. Dishes are served family style. We had a party of 7 and ordered recommended 2 pasta dishes, 1 protein dish, and 2 pizzas which overall was enough food for our party. We probably should have ordered 2 of gnocchi for everyone to have a small portion. We also added shrimp, but instead of adding it to the gnocchi dish the shrimp were in a separate dish by themselves. Overall excellent Italian restaurant and loved the Sofia images throughout.

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  10. Jeffrey

    New Orleans2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious! Best chicken parm I’ve ever had!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Talia Diele
  • Neighborhood
    Warehouse District
  • Cross street
    Magazine and Julia
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

FAQs

Sofia New Orleans has a lively main dining room plus outdoor patio seating, bar and chef’s-counter/open-kitchen spots, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

Yes, Sofia welcomes families: guests report returning with children, celebrating kids’ birthdays, and enjoying the menu’s family‑style sharing that works well for groups.

Yes, Sofia New Orleans accepts private parties, so you can arrange a private gathering there.

The menu is served family-style and is shareable, guests note big bowls and pizzas that work well for sharing among the table.

Yes, Sofia New Orleans has hosted anniversary and Valentine's Day dinners, with guests praising attentive service, standout cocktails, and shareable dishes for a celebratory evening.

Yes, Sofia has a small outdoor seating area that guests have enjoyed as a quieter spot for conversation and dining al fresco.

Sofia New Orleans pairs a fun, funky warehouse-district setting with bold Italian flair, the interior and chef’s-counter are striking, the dining room is upbeat and often loud, and the small outdoor area offers a calmer alternative.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished clothing (think smart jeans or slacks with a button-up or blouse); nothing formal is required.

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Sofia New Orleans

4.8
$31 to $50
Italian
Warehouse District

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 63 times today
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