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Hours
| Friday | 4–10 PM |
| Saturday | 4–10 PM |
| Sunday | 4–10 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1109 E 12th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Website: https://soracraftkitchen.com/
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Zehra Mohseni
One of the best restaurants we’ve been to in LA! The story of the chef, the restaurants atmosphere, the small selection of lovely dishes and the extraordinary taste of the food make this a highlight.
As a Turk, I can say that this place serves very authentic food with an excellent twist.
Chef Oktay is very dedicated and his values are reflected in the dishes he creates. Bonus points because he does not serve alcohol in his place. A very bold move, which we much appreciated.
… moreAs a Turk, I can say that this place serves very authentic food with an excellent twist.
Chef Oktay is very dedicated and his values are reflected in the dishes he creates. Bonus points because he does not serve alcohol in his place. A very bold move, which we much appreciated.
Nancy S (NS)
What we ordered:
Mastabe
Japanese Eggplant Salad
Gavurdagi Salad
Icli Kofte (Kitel)
Root Vegetables Falafel
Garlic-spiced Kebab
Pekmez-marinated Chicken
Kirecte Kabak
Dining at Sora Craft Kitchen is unlike any other restaurant experience we’ve ever had & quite honestly the most memorable! Upon arrival we were greeted by the owner, operator, chef & one man show himself Chef Okay Inak! He greeted us by name & enthusiastically invited us to sit at a table closest to the kitchen reserved just for us. He was jovial & friendly….entertaining us with stories of his childhood and inspiration whilst preparing the draft we had just ordered at the kiosk by the entrance. Courses flowed seamlessly, often taken by surprise by the abundance and vibrant flavors that seemed to leap of the plate and onto our taste buds. His generous and gentle style flowed from the table to the kitchen as the oceans ebbing waves, with each h plate effortlessly gliding from his skilled hands to our table.
Chef Onak serves his late mother’s Kitel and weaves his passion for using the most premium ingredients into each dish. He does it all with so much vibrancy and passion, and he does it all solo!
I especially loved hearing how he sources his ingredients fresh twice weekly at the Santa Monica Farmers Market & imports his spices from Turkey. I also loved how he supports a woman owned local artisan for all of his serving ware & dishes made by Studio Molin.
Chef Okay Inak is an inspiration to me an a small business owner, he has demonstrated the impact of a soloprenuer.
Dress code: You’ll feel at home in just about anything
Parking: paid metered street parking
… moreMastabe
Japanese Eggplant Salad
Gavurdagi Salad
Icli Kofte (Kitel)
Root Vegetables Falafel
Garlic-spiced Kebab
Pekmez-marinated Chicken
Kirecte Kabak
Dining at Sora Craft Kitchen is unlike any other restaurant experience we’ve ever had & quite honestly the most memorable! Upon arrival we were greeted by the owner, operator, chef & one man show himself Chef Okay Inak! He greeted us by name & enthusiastically invited us to sit at a table closest to the kitchen reserved just for us. He was jovial & friendly….entertaining us with stories of his childhood and inspiration whilst preparing the draft we had just ordered at the kiosk by the entrance. Courses flowed seamlessly, often taken by surprise by the abundance and vibrant flavors that seemed to leap of the plate and onto our taste buds. His generous and gentle style flowed from the table to the kitchen as the oceans ebbing waves, with each h plate effortlessly gliding from his skilled hands to our table.
Chef Onak serves his late mother’s Kitel and weaves his passion for using the most premium ingredients into each dish. He does it all with so much vibrancy and passion, and he does it all solo!
I especially loved hearing how he sources his ingredients fresh twice weekly at the Santa Monica Farmers Market & imports his spices from Turkey. I also loved how he supports a woman owned local artisan for all of his serving ware & dishes made by Studio Molin.
Chef Okay Inak is an inspiration to me an a small business owner, he has demonstrated the impact of a soloprenuer.
Dress code: You’ll feel at home in just about anything
Parking: paid metered street parking
J. S.
SORA Craft Kitchen is an absolute hidden gem. From the moment we walked in, the cozy, intimate vibe set the tone for what became one of the most memorable meals my husband and I have had in a long time. This is a true one-man kitchen led by Chef Okay, who is incredibly warm, welcoming, and clearly passionate about his craft. You can feel the care, integrity, and creativity in every dish he creates.
Every single plate we ordered was a standout, featuring fresh, well-thought-out ingredients prepared with so much detail. The presentation of every dish was also excellent, demonstrating the level of detail and pride Chef Okay puts into his work. Nothing felt rushed or generic, everything tasted like it was made with genuine care. My husband and I were so impressed. Literally every dish was a 10/10. The entire experience—from the warmth of the chef, to the cozy ambiance, to the unforgettable food—felt personal and heartfelt. It’s rare to find a place where the chef is both the heart and the hands behind every dish, yet still delivers such flawless consistency.
Plus, it’s easy to find and has plenty of parking, which is a huge bonus in LA where parking is usually a nightmare.
Overall, SORA Craft Kitchen is a must-try. A pleasant, memorable, and delicious dining experience, and we cannot wait to come back and try more dishes. :’)
Highly, highly recommend!
… moreEvery single plate we ordered was a standout, featuring fresh, well-thought-out ingredients prepared with so much detail. The presentation of every dish was also excellent, demonstrating the level of detail and pride Chef Okay puts into his work. Nothing felt rushed or generic, everything tasted like it was made with genuine care. My husband and I were so impressed. Literally every dish was a 10/10. The entire experience—from the warmth of the chef, to the cozy ambiance, to the unforgettable food—felt personal and heartfelt. It’s rare to find a place where the chef is both the heart and the hands behind every dish, yet still delivers such flawless consistency.
Plus, it’s easy to find and has plenty of parking, which is a huge bonus in LA where parking is usually a nightmare.
Overall, SORA Craft Kitchen is a must-try. A pleasant, memorable, and delicious dining experience, and we cannot wait to come back and try more dishes. :’)
Highly, highly recommend!
Nazan Osmanoglu
We recently visited Sora Craft Kitchen as a family, and had a wonderful experience. The chef’s table concept in this small six-table space is truly charming. The food was excellent: a beautiful, creative interpretation of Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine. The desserts were especially unique and delicious. We were very satisfied with everything.
… moreChristine S
Turkish food is one of my favorite cuisines, but it’s insanely difficult to find a restaurant in LA that properly captures the diverse influences of the country. Eating at SORA took me back to my time spent in rural Anatolia eating honest, good meals (but with the fine execution of a glitzy Istanbul hot spot!)
I was bowled over by the complex flavors the chef created in dishes that looked simple and straightforward, like the tenderloin shish kebab– served with the best lavash bread and smoky pepper and yogurt sauces; or his refreshing Gavurdagi salad—a fragrant, tangy mixture of herbs, tomato, cucumber, and onion dressed in pomegranate molasses and a sunflower seed puree.
My favorite dish is the candied pumpkin dessert: kabak tatlısı, so simple yet each bite leaves me happy and inspired. And all for a very decent price.
… moreI was bowled over by the complex flavors the chef created in dishes that looked simple and straightforward, like the tenderloin shish kebab– served with the best lavash bread and smoky pepper and yogurt sauces; or his refreshing Gavurdagi salad—a fragrant, tangy mixture of herbs, tomato, cucumber, and onion dressed in pomegranate molasses and a sunflower seed puree.
My favorite dish is the candied pumpkin dessert: kabak tatlısı, so simple yet each bite leaves me happy and inspired. And all for a very decent price.
McRyach
I absolutely love this small, charming restaurant. SORA is run by the chef himself, and watching him work his magic in the open kitchen adds such a special touch to the dining experience. The food was absolutely amazing.
The concept of a chef-run boutique restaurant feels both impressive and refreshingly authentic. Dinner at SORA was the perfect beginning to a great date night. I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for cool, vibrant new jewels in the Los Angeles cuisine scene. This is definitely the place to visit
… moreThe concept of a chef-run boutique restaurant feels both impressive and refreshingly authentic. Dinner at SORA was the perfect beginning to a great date night. I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for cool, vibrant new jewels in the Los Angeles cuisine scene. This is definitely the place to visit
Ege Babaoglu
Wow now I understand why all the reviews were 5 stars! I recommend everyone to try it. The branzino, eggplant, all the dessert and salad every dish had a special/unique taste. The pumpkin and helva were just out of this world.
… morepamela viguera
I’m still thinking about my first time at this restaurant. Sora Craft Kitchen feels like a friend cooking you a beautiful meal—thoughtful, fresh, and full of little surprises. Every dish had layers of flavor that made me slow down and savor. It’s the kind of place you leave already planning your next visit. Chef Okay has masterfully perfected the entire experience, from the moment you make the reservation, the time you come in through that door, the few minutes you spend on the screen deciding what to order and down to having a seat waiting for the magic to land on that table. Just wow. Thank you so much for sharing your cuisine with us, Chef! (my small table ordered the entire menu and did not regret)
… moreMari Hua
It’s energizing to see one man run an entire restaurant – and the passion reflects in the food. The flavors are nuanced, seasoned, fresh, and balanced – for instance, the shrimp seems to be glazed with not just butter, but butter infused with tarhana and lemon and a whole host of other seasonings that create beautiful medley in the mouth. I don’t think you could go wrong ordering anything, you’d go wrong not ordering!
The service is quick and attentive, the atmosphere cozy and buzzing with moody light.
I’m realizing as I write this review that we didn’t receive the eggplant appetizer we ordered (Unless I am mistaken and it is one of the dishes pictured, or a seasonal variant, but the experience was such that I don’t mind much).
Visit – 9/7/25, 5:30 PM
… moreThe service is quick and attentive, the atmosphere cozy and buzzing with moody light.
I’m realizing as I write this review that we didn’t receive the eggplant appetizer we ordered (Unless I am mistaken and it is one of the dishes pictured, or a seasonal variant, but the experience was such that I don’t mind much).
Visit – 9/7/25, 5:30 PM
sevde
I waited a year to come here from the east coast, and it was worth the wait. From the food to the atmosphere, I felt like I was in another dimension with the unique take on regional cooking styles to the sound quality of the music. You could taste the freshness in the ingredients — even the cheese in the dessert was clearly homemade and freshly made. This is such a unique and special place. Thank you for a wonderful experience. This was the best food I had in a long time.
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