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Sophina's Cafe - Columbus, OH

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3545 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43224
Closed•African, Somali, East African•$$

About Sophina's Cafe

Sophina's Cafe brings the vibrant tastes of Somalia to Columbus, offering a cozy spot for authentic East African flavors. Enjoy homemade sambusas, spicy basbaas sauces, and sweet malawah pancakes, all served with friendly hospitality.

Popular Dishes

Basbaas Mild

Basbaas Mild

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Bastoogo (Somali Sambusas)

Bastoogo (Somali Sambusas)

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Basbaas Spicy

Basbaas Spicy

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Tamarind Sauce

Tamarind Sauce

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Malawah (Somali Sweet Pancake)

Malawah (Somali Sweet Pancake)

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Extra Dipping Sauce

Extra Dipping Sauce

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Menu

Breads

Malawah (Somali Sweet Pancake)

Malawah (Somali Sweet Pancake)

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$2

A deliciously sweet and flaky, multi-layered pancake, similar to a crepe. Drizzled with honey or ghee and often spiced with a hint of cardamom. Perfect on its own or with a cup of Shaah (tea).

Energy: 210
Ingredients:all-purpose flour, sugar, eggs, milk, cardamom, butter, oil
Allergens:dairy, eggs, gluten
VegHalal
Chapati Bread (1 Piece)

Chapati Bread (1 Piece)

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$2.5

Freshly made soft chapati.

Faarso

Faarso

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$3

A traditional Somali sugarcane juice, known for its sweet, earthy energy boost.

Energy: 180
Ingredients:sorghum flour, water, yeast, salt, sugar
VegVeganGFDFHalal

Appetizers & Sides

Basbaas Mild

Basbaas Mild

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$1.5

Dairy. Cilantro yogurt sauce with mild heat

Energy: 20
Ingredients:chili peppers, garlic, lemon juice, vegetable oil, vinegar
SpicyVegVeganGFDFHalal
Bastoogo (Somali Sambusas)

Bastoogo (Somali Sambusas)

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$3

Seasoned beef, chicken or fish with minced chicken, potatoes, and peas cooked in masala spices garnished with lemon and coriander.

Energy: 180
Ingredients:pastry dough, lentils, onions, cilantro, cumin, chili, oil
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2VegDFHalal
Basbaas Spicy

Basbaas Spicy

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$1.5

Traditional spicy cilantro chili sauce

Energy: 20
Ingredients:red chili peppers, garlic, lemon juice, vegetable oil, vinegar
Spicy ×4VegVeganGFDFHalal
Tamarind Sauce

Tamarind Sauce

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$1.5

Sweet and tangy tamarind dipping sauce.

Energy: 30
Ingredients:tamarind pulp, sugar, ginger, garlic, chili flakes, water
SpicyVegVeganGFDFHalal
French Fries

French Fries

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$5

Season fries.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:potatoes, vegetable oil, salt
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Bajiyo (Somali Black-Eyed Pea Fritters)

Bajiyo (Somali Black-Eyed Pea Fritters)

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$1

Savory, golden-brown fritters made from ground black-eyed peas, onions, and fresh herbs. Lightly spiced, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly crispy on the outside. A classic street food snack.

Energy: 90
Ingredients:black-eyed peas, wheat flour, onions, cilantro, cumin, chili, oil
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2VegDFHalal
Sambusa

Sambusa

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$2.99

Crispy fried pastry triangles filled with spiced beef, lentils, or vegetables. Served with tamarind dipping sauce.

Energy: 220
Ingredients:pastry dough, ground beef, onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, oil
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2DFHalal
Samosa (2 Pieces)

Samosa (2 Pieces)

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$6.99

Crispy pastry stuffed with spiced beef or vegetables.

Halal Chicken Wings - 10 Piece

Halal Chicken Wings - 10 Piece

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$14.99

Ten halal chicken wings tossed in your choice of mild or hot sauce, served with seasoned fries.

Basbaas (Somali Hot Sauce)

Basbaas (Somali Hot Sauce)

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$2.5

Vibrant, spicy cilantro and chili condiment.

Energy: 20
Ingredients:chili peppers, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, oil, cumin, coriander
Spicy ×5VegVeganGFDFHalal
Grilled Vegetables

Grilled Vegetables

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$5.5

Seasonal vegetables grilled with olive oil and herbs.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, red onion, olive oil, herbs
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Suspens

Suspens

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$3

A unique and delightful Somali drink made from blended oats, milk, sugar, and a hint of cardamom. Creamy, sweet, and surprisingly refreshing.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:flour, water, vegetable oil, minced beef, mixed spices
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2DFHalal

Soups & Salads

Lentil Soup

Lentil Soup

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$4.5

Hearty lentil soup with onions, garlic, and spices.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:red lentils, carrots, onion, garlic, cumin, turmeric, vegetable broth
Spicy ×2VegVeganGFDFHalal
Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin Soup

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Curries & Stews

Kay Kay With Chicken

Kay Kay With Chicken

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$19.99

Chopped chapati cooked with seasoned halal chicken, onions, peppers, and vegetables.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:chicken, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, chili, tomatoes, yogurt
Spicy ×3GFDFHalal
Hilib Ari Boiled (Goat Meat)

Hilib Ari Boiled (Goat Meat)

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$21.99

Tender halal goat meat full of Somali flavor, served with your choice of rice, pasta, anjera, chapati, or mufo.

Energy: 350
Ingredients:goat meat, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, turmeric, water
Spicy ×3GFDFHalal

Rice & Biryani

Extra Rice

Extra Rice

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$5.99

Additional serving of Basmati rice

Energy: 200
Ingredients:basmati rice, water, salt
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Salmon Bariis (Rice)

Salmon Bariis (Rice)

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$19.99

Grilled salmon or tilapia served over seasoned Somali rice with sautéed onions and fresh salad.

Energy: 450
Ingredients:salmon fillet, basmati rice, carrots, peas, onion, garlic, cumin, cardamom
Spicy ×2GFDFHalal
Fried Fish with Rice

Fried Fish with Rice

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$19.99

Crispy seasoned fried fish served over fragrant Somali rice with sautéed onions and fresh salad.

Chicken Suqaar with Rice

Chicken Suqaar with Rice

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$19.99

Seasoned halal chicken sautéed with onions and peppers, served over fragrant Somali rice with fresh salad.

Goat Meat and Rice Dinner Combo

Goat Meat and Rice Dinner Combo

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Chicken and Rice

Chicken and Rice

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Goat and Rice

Goat and Rice

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Wraps & Sandwiches

Beef Sandwich

Beef Sandwich

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$14.99

Seasoned beef , onions, green peppers, lettuce, tomato, salsa, and sour cream in a garlic herb wrap.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, bread, mayo
Allergens:gluten, eggs, soy
SpicyDFHalal
Beef Chapati Wrap

Beef Chapati Wrap

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$14.99

Tender spiced beef with onions, tomatoes, and Somali-style seasoning wrapped in warm chapati.

Energy: 550
Ingredients:sliced beef, chapati, cabbage, carrots, onions, yogurt sauce
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy ×2Halal
Chicken Sandwich Combo

Chicken Sandwich Combo

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$12.99

Seasoned halal chicken with lettuce, tomato, onion, and house sauce. Combo includes fries and a drink; sandwich only $9.99.

Energy: 650
Ingredients:chicken breast, bun, lettuce, tomato, mayo, fries, oil, salt
Allergens:gluten, eggs
SpicyDFHalal
Chicken Chapati Wrap

Chicken Chapati Wrap

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$14.99

Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, and garlic mayo wrapped in soft chapati.

Energy: 500
Ingredients:sliced chicken, chapati, lettuce, tomato, onion, sauce
Allergens:gluten, dairy
Spicy ×2Halal
Salmon Fish Sandwich Combo

Salmon Fish Sandwich Combo

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$14.99

Seasoned salmon with lettuce, tomato, onion, and house sauce. Combo includes fries and a drink; sandwich only $12.99.

Philly Sandwich Combo

Philly Sandwich Combo

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$12.99

Seasoned halal beef and chicken with sautéed onions and peppers on a toasted roll. Combo includes fries and a drink; sandwich only $9.99.

Beef Sandwich with Side of Fries

Beef Sandwich with Side of Fries

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Main Course

Extra Dipping Sauce

Extra Dipping Sauce

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$1.5

Varies. Extra Dipping Sauce.

Canjeero (Somali Anjera)

Canjeero (Somali Anjera)

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$2

The heart of Somali breakfast! A soft, spongy, and slightly sour fermented flatbread with a unique lacy texture. Perfect for tearing and scooping up stews, eggs, or honey.

Mash Mash

Mash Mash

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$3

Somali mash mash.

Nafaqo

Nafaqo

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$3

Another somali favorite fried potato and egg.

Somali Cookie (Shaah Biscuit)

Somali Cookie (Shaah Biscuit)

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$2.49

Homemade sweet cookie — perfect with tea.

Chicken Steak with Rice or Pasta

Chicken Steak with Rice or Pasta

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$19.99

Seasoned halal chicken breast with sautéed onions and peppers, served with rice or pasta. Regular $19.99; small $12.99.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:grilled chicken steak, rice or pasta, tomatoes, onions, spices, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2DFHalal
Beef Steak With Rice Or Pasta

Beef Steak With Rice Or Pasta

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$19.99

Tender halal beef steak sautéed with onions and peppers, served with rice or pasta. Regular $19.99; small $12.99.

Energy: 650
Ingredients:beef steak, rice or pasta, tomatoes, onions, spices, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2DFHalal
Lamb Shank With Rice Or Pasta

Lamb Shank With Rice Or Pasta

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$21.99

Slow-cooked halal lamb shank with onions and traditional Somali seasoning, served with rice or pasta.

Energy: 700
Ingredients:lamb shank, rice or pasta, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, spices
Allergens:gluten
Spicy ×2DFHalal
Hilib Ari Goat Meat with Mufo

Hilib Ari Goat Meat with Mufo

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$21.99

Tender halal goat meat served with warm Somali mufo bread, sautéed onions, and traditional Somali seasoning.

Somali Sunset

Somali Sunset

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$3

A vibrant mocktail of mango, orange, and a splash of grenadine.

Ginger Ale

Ginger Ale

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$3

Refreshing, crisp ginger-flavored carbonated soft drink.

Suban (Caloley) with Mufo

Suban (Caloley) with Mufo

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$19.99

Traditional Somali-style seasoned tripe sautéed with onions and peppers, served with mufo and flavorful vegetable stew.

Diet Coke Can

Diet Coke Can

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$3

A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.

Fruits

Fruits

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Banana Milk

Banana Milk

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$3

A simple, sweet, and comforting blend of ripe bananas and milk.

Patatas Bravas

Patatas Bravas

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Noodles & Pasta

Pasta with Beef

Pasta with Beef

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$19.99

Seasoned pasta topped with tender beef, sautéed onions, peppers, and Somali-style spices.

Energy: 550
Ingredients:pasta, ground beef, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, basil, olive oil
Allergens:gluten
SpicyDFHalal

Seafood

Fish Sambusa

Fish Sambusa

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Beverages

Coke Can

Coke Can

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$3

The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.

Energy: 140
Ingredients:carbonated water, sugar, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural flavors
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Sprite Can

Sprite Can

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$3

The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.

Energy: 140
Ingredients:carbonated water, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, natural lemon lime flavors, sodium citrate, sodium benzoate
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Limonana ( Fresh Mint And Lime

Limonana ( Fresh Mint And Lime

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$3

A vibrant and zesty blend of fresh lime juice, mint leaves, and a touch of sweetness. Incredibly refreshing.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:lemon juice, fresh mint, water, sugar, ice
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Apple Juice

Apple Juice

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$2

Freshly squeezed apple nectar, packed with the tart and sweet essence of ripe apples.

Energy: 110
Ingredients:apples, water, vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Pepsi Can

Pepsi Can

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$3

The bold, refreshing, robust cola

Energy: 150
Ingredients:carbonated water, sugar, caramel color, phosphoric acid, caffeine, natural flavors
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Vimto Juice

Vimto Juice

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$3

A fruity blend typically made from grapes, raspberries, and blackcurrants, offering a refreshing and sweet beverage.

Energy: 130
Ingredients:water, sugar, grape juice concentrate, raspberry juice concentrate, blackcurrant juice concentrate, natural flavors
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Sparkling Limonana

Sparkling Limonana

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$5

Our classic Limonana, topped with sparkling water for a fizzy twist.

Energy: 80
Ingredients:sparkling water, lemon juice, mint, sugar, natural flavors
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Dr Pepper Can

Dr Pepper Can

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$3

Crisp, 12-oz can of Dr Pepper, with its unique blend of 23 flavors.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:carbonated water, sugar, caramel color, phosphoric acid, natural and artificial flavors, caffeine
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Fanta (Orange)

Fanta (Orange)

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$1.99

Change up your routine with the bright, bubbly, fruity orange flavor.

Energy: 150
Ingredients:carbonated water, sugar, orange juice concentrate, natural flavors, sodium benzoate
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Mango Smoothie

Mango Smoothie

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$7

Mango Smoothie only.

Energy: 250
Ingredients:mango pulp, yogurt, honey, milk, ice
Allergens:dairy
VegGFHalal
Tufaax (Somali Apple Juice)

Tufaax (Somali Apple Juice)

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$3

Not your average apple juice. A spiced and cooked apple drink, often served chilled.

Energy: 120
Ingredients:apple juice, water, natural apple flavor
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Coke Zero Can

Coke Zero Can

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$3

The same great taste but with zero calories.

Ingredients:carbonated water, caramel color, phosphoric acid, aspartame, potassium benzoate, natural flavors, caffeine
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Qahwa (Somali Coffee)

Qahwa (Somali Coffee)

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$3

A strong, aromatic coffee infused with ginger and cardamom. A traditional start or finish to any meal.

Mango Juice

Mango Juice

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$3.99

Fresh tropical mango flavor.

Energy: 130
Ingredients:mango juice, water, sugar
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Cambe (Mango Juice)

Cambe (Mango Juice)

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$3

A beloved classic! Fresh, sweet, and perfectly creamy mango juice.

Energy: 130
Ingredients:mango juice, water, sugar, natural mango flavor
VegVeganGFDFHalal
Iced Tea

Iced Tea

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$2.49

Sweet or unsweetened.

Pineapple Juice

Pineapple Juice

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$3

Freshly squeezed pineapple juice with a natural sweet and tangy taste.

Bottled Water

Bottled Water

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$1.49

Pure and refreshing bottled water.

Shaah (Somali Spiced Tea)

Shaah (Somali Spiced Tea)

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$3

A fragrant black tea brewed with cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. Served sweet with milk on the side.

Burgers & Fried Chicken

Halal Burger

Halal Burger

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$8

Beef patty, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato slices, pickles, red onion, special sauce, choice of cheese, on a sesame seed bun. Options: French fries and choice of drinks.

Energy: 600
Ingredients:beef patty, bun, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, special sauce
Allergens:gluten, dairy, eggs, soy
SpicyHalal

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