Sol

Name: Sol
Address: 38257 Glenn Ave, Willoughby, OH, United States, 44094
Telephone: (440) 918-1596
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

273 Reviews

$30 and under

Latin / Spanish

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Located within the core of the Downtown Willoughby Historic District, the atmosphere of Sol presents a twist on the traditional expectation of a night out in a quaint suburb. Surrounded by lively sidewalks that offer endless activities, Sol allows you a place to savor the moment. Our building dates back to the 1920s, serving as the Cleveland, Painesville, and Eastern Railroad power substation – mixing modern and classic design to maintain and preserve the original architecture for a unique space to dine or host. “The Courtesy City” is a suitable home for us; we are pleased to have you visit. #FeedYourSol

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 24, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(440) 918-1596
Website
http://www.solwilloughby.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Owned/operated by
Black/African American, Women
Executive chef
John Langdon
Catering
Our scratch kitchen offers a diverse catering menu with unique options to satisfy your guests, meet the needs of your event, and surpass your dining expectations. We look forward to collaborating with you. Contact David Bartulovic by email at david@solwilloughby.com with any inquiries you may have about catering your next event with Sol.
Private party facilities
Sol presents a variety of unique & intimate opportunities for you to host your next private event. Our spacious restaurant can comfortably accommodate your event by providing options for large parties and small gatherings. Each space is furnished with mixed seating options to ensure comfortability and encourage interaction. We offer a fully private Dining Room allowing parties of 30-100 people, amongst vaulted ceilings and compelling decoration, with the availability of an open or cash bar. Our Fireside Lounge offers an intimate experience for private parties of 30 or fewer people, encouraging a harmonious relationship amongst guests by providing room to mingle and feel comfortable. At Sol, we are committed to making your gathering memorable. Our team looks forward to serving you our scratch-made recipes in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Contact David Bartulovic by email at david@solwilloughby.com with any inquiries you may have about reserving your next private event with Sol.

Location
38257 Glenn Ave, Willoughby, OH 44094
Neighborhood
Willoughby
Cross street
Erie St. off of Mentor Ave. (RT 20) - to Glenn Ave.
Parking details
Sol is located directly adjacent to a variety of public parking options. All parking spots labeled "SOL" are available to guests. Adjacent to this lot, the city of Willoughby provides public parking on the street and within multiple lots. Please note signs may allow parking after a specific time.
Public transit
SR-20 Mentor Ave & City of Willoughby-Todd Field
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cleveland
Great for brunch

273 Reviews

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LauraV
Cleveland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience5
Beautiful dinner on the patio with friends. Generous portions and delicious meals. Headed inside after dinner to listen to live music by a local artist. A great evening...
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LydiaP
Cleveland
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
This was the second time I’ve gone for the pork tops vieja bowl and they’ve been out of pork and Ingredients for it and that’s specifically why I’ve gone there, i love that dish! But they did make something similar using chicken and a different sauce which was good as well, just disappointing 2 times in a row I couldn’t get it. I took out of town friends for their first time and they were happy with their experience and we all love the Brussel sprout appetizer!
SolResponded on September 15, 2023
Hi Lydia, thank you for taking the time to rate us, and thank you for loving the pork ropa vieja so much. This is embarrassing, to say the least. To be transparent we have been dealing with some challenges in our kitchen but we assure you we are working through those. We thank you for sticking with us during these times and we want to invite you back for some pork ropa vieja. Thank you!
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OpenTable Diner
Columbus
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience4
Was looking forward to eating here again after enjoying it while visiting family before, but was disappointed this time. Started off by being told the first two items I tried to order (the chicken mahon and the short rib) were unavailable. While I revisited the menu my wife then found out her first order (the Cubano) was also unavailable. With several items unavailable they might have wanted to lead with that when they gave us our menus. The items we and the rest of our table ended up with were just ok, and seemed to take longer to arrive than they should have. Overall not a great visit.
SolResponded on September 15, 2023
Hi there, thank you for taking the time to rate us and bringing this to our attention. This is embarrassing and there is nothing else to say other than we are sorry. We will make sure to address this with our management and servers. You are correct, you should have been told that dishes were not available. We want to make this right and deliver the experience that brought you back. Again, we are sorry.
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Foodie76
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience1
Food was terrible! Don’t waste your money. The presentation was horrible. Staff was cleaning and just trying to rush to get out. Terrible!
SolResponded on September 5, 2023
Hi Foodie76, Thank you for taking the time to review us. When you write a review, please consider that this is someone's livelihood. There is a reason we have been in business for almost 8 years and have won many awards for our food. Perhaps you can tell us what dishes you had that were so horrible instead of providing no context or constructive criticism.
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fussyeater
Cleveland
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Wanted to sit outdoors but could not seat 5 people enemy though we had a reservation.
SolResponded on September 5, 2023
Hi fussyeater, thank you for taking the time to review us. Unfortunately, we do not take reservations for outside. We have a first come, first serve model. We appreciate the four-star rating. Seems like you enjoyed the food and service.
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AbbieR
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Quick service, great food. Server was attentive. Love the patio!
SolResponded on September 5, 2023
Hi Abbie, thank you for taking the time to review us. We appreciate the five-star rating and are pleased to see that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to serving you again soon.
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Uncharles
Charlotte
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
Nice space but service was terrible. Got the octopus appetizer for $22. Now I’ve ordered this at countless nice restaurants but this was both the most expensive AND the smallest portion. Honestly it was pathetic.
SolResponded on August 31, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review us and provide feedback. We are in the process of making changes in our restaurant. We hope you will give us another chance.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
1. Had to pay $6 to park in their lot. boo! 2. Food was bland, used jalapeño peppers to add flavor. 3, probably won’t go back!
SolResponded on August 31, 2023
Hi there, thank you for your rating and feedback. The parking lot is not owned by us and we make no money from it. We apologize for your experience with the food. We obviously don't like to hear that our food is bland. We are making changes in the kitchen and one of our focuses is quality control. We hope you will give us another chance in the future.
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SteveZ
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for a family dinner before kids go back to college. Food was awesome! Flavor town and drinks were tasty!
SolResponded on September 1, 2023
Hi Steve, thank you for taking the time to rate us and for the five-star! We are so pleased to see everyone had a great experience before you sent your kids off for another year of college. We thank you and hope to serve you again!
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BobW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience5
Patio dining with umbrella on a Friday evening. Happy hour, portions a bit small.
SolResponded on September 1, 2023
Hi Bob, thank you for taking the time to rate us and for the feedback. We take each of our reviews seriously and we will consider your comments. We hope you will return so we can turn that four-star rating into a five ;)
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KathyG
Los Angeles
4 reviews
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall1food2service1ambience4
Worse service I've ever had and the food wasn't that great. We were there for a bridal luncheon so it was actually embarrassing.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place and atmosphere! The food was delicious.
SolResponded on August 7, 2023
Thank you for the 5-star rating. We greatly appreciate your business.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
We were seated outdoors for brunch. It was a lovely day, very beautiful surroundings. There was a guitar player who was a bit loud but we didn't mind. Getting a waitress to return to our table was the challenge. Although they did not seem overly busy, she seem to disappear for long periods of time. We like Sol, and we love the brunch. Maybe she was having a bad day or something
SolResponded on September 15, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to rate us and for the four-star rating and thank you for your business. Your feedback is important to us. Not excited to hear that your server was not as attentive as she needed to be. We will look into this further. We would love to have you back and hopefully, we can turn that four into a five. Have a great day!
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BRIANM
Cleveland
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall3food1service4ambience5
Have had Sol Brunch numerous times and the House Benny has been our staple entree. Don't know WTH happened this time around but it was not good at all. This is considered strike 1. Two more and they are out.
SolResponded on September 1, 2023
Hi Brian, thank you for the feedback. As you mentioned, our house Bennie is not only your staple entree (thank you) but a fan fave. We are sorry to hear this. We have noticed a level of inconsistency and are reviewing our kitchen. We haven't made this public yet, but we have hired a new executive chef and getting back on track. We hope this will be the last strike against us. We appreciate you giving us another shot.
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TimD
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat at the main bar for brunch. Service and food were great. There was a baby shower going on but the noise level was fine.
SolResponded on September 1, 2023
Hi Tim, thank you for the five-star rating and kind words. It is so refreshing to hear something positive so we appreciate the time you took and the details you shared. We hope we get a chance to serve you again soon! Have a great day!
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DennisE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was GREAT! The food came faster than expected. The restaurant is very clean. We enjoyed everything.
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SueE
Cleveland
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience5
We waited almost 15 minutes before a server came to our table (we inquired after 10 minutes). Once we placed our order, things ran a little smoother. The food was delicious. No complaints there! The service still wasn’t very attentive even after the mishap in the beginning of the visit. It may be a while before I return.
SolResponded on September 1, 2023
Hi Sue, thank you for taking the time to rate us and provide very important feedback. Your experience and opinion matter to us and we are sorry that your service experience was not good but we are happy to see that the food was well done. We do want to let you know that we are addressing staff issues as we have noticed a dip in service as well. I know this was last month, but if you could provide some information about your server that would really help us. We greatly appreciate you and hope you will give us another shot.
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Krista
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, food and atmosphere. Always an enjoyable experience!
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Elouise
Cleveland
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2023
overall3food3service1ambience1
From the moment we walked in there were problems. They didn't have our reservation and was told there would be a 30 wait. I went back on open table and rebooked. Went back to the front and she still didn't seat us right away. Everyone around us that came after us got their meals and finished before we got our meals. We waited 40 minutes for our food. When I asked the manager about it she said they were slammed but that didn't explain our wait because as I said people around us ate and finished before us although we were there before them. The manager offered us a gift card which we said no to because we won't be back. Wry disappointing.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience3
Went there for brunch. The food and staff are amazing!
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JoAnnC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
It is beautiful inside. The food was good but the waffles were fantastic!!!! I will come back just for the waffles.
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LizS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best spot for brunch! Food was great. Excellent service. Awesome patio!
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Gabi
Cleveland
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sat on the patio! Was quiet and lovely! Will go back. Not SOL’s fault but the parking lot has a fee.😞 Park across street or on street.
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OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
food Service was slow. the waitress and ambience were nice.
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BettyN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
excellent eatery in downtown willoughby..hidden away,,excellent service and food
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ScottS
Cleveland
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic as always. Great food. Better staff. A plus.
SolResponded on June 12, 2023
Thank you for the kind words. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience with us and we look forward to serving you again soon!
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AbbieR
Cleveland
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic! We went for brunch, had our table reserved, ate outside and it was wonderful. At the end of our meal, a large party came in and we could tell our server and the employees were doing their best to keep up. They did a great job!
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PaigeD
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience2
It was obvious they needed more help in the kitchen. Carry out orders were huge, food was very slow from the kitchen.
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Adverb
Cleveland
56 reviews
vip
3.0
56 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience2
Our first waitress had a bit of an attitude after 15 minutes when she first came to our table. She went to get a wine list and sent another waitress to deal with us. The deck was fine, but the pile of cigarette butts just off the deck was not the best scenery. We've been coming here since Sol opened, and over time the food has gotten less interesting and less flavorful. We're at the point that we are likely done unless the menu gets a major overhaul. It's sad that the best tasting thing on the menu was Chips and Salsa.
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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing. I usually get the Tonkatsu Torta, but tried the Cubano this trip.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and margaritas were excellent. We sat outside on the patio and it was quite and comfortable.
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Jessica
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful brunch at Sol. Service was top notch and food was absolutely amazing!
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KASB
Cleveland
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
This used to be our favorite place for date nights and after going there last night, we will never be back again. They are now charging six dollars valet to park into their lot also raising their food prices and giving smaller portions totally upset and heartbroken over what this place has come to. We used to recommend it to everyone and everyone that I talk to now is on the same page and feels like this place is just going downhill. Servers are rude and very slow.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
Margaritas were bad, had to send them back. They didn’t offer to make another one was just asked if we wanted something else instead. Tasted like straight lime juice. Reordered drinks and didn’t get them until after our food came.
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MelissaR
Cleveland
25 reviews
vip
2.0
25 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience5
I will start off by saying Sol was one of our favorite restaurants in downtown Willoughby. The service was not good and was extremely slow, the waitress kept telling us the kitchen was back up, the restaurant was only about 40% full. Our meal came out like it was under a heat lamp that they turned off. The appetizer took over 30 minutes to come out it was chips and salsa, the waitress never gave us silverware and was no where to be found, after almost finishing the app she returned to the table. This was one of the worst dining experiences we have had in a very long time, Had one worst in a three world country we visited on vacation. The manager was no where to be found. I blame most of this poor experience on management, tables left uncleared around us. We left very disappointed.
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JustaRegularGuy
Cleveland
14 reviews
vip
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Sol has good food at a modest price. The atmosphere is fun and light.
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CeciliaD
Cleveland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Way too loud in there. Had to yell to be heard by my friends. Food was great. Slow to come out.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent brunch and music with Tom Tobias!! Bloody Mary and avocado toast were perfect. Service was great!
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MicheleR
Cleveland
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent; service was good; drinks were expensive. Overall a very good experience.
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NicoleY
Cleveland
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
I love Sol! We come all the time and it never disappoints.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Sol using the Order Online button. Sol also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (440) 918-1596.

Sol is rated 4.3 stars by 273 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 24, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

38257 Glenn Ave, Willoughby, OH 44094

Additional information

Cross street
Erie St. off of Mentor Ave. (RT 20) - to Glenn Ave.
Neighborhood
Willoughby
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Cuisines
Latin / Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Sol is located directly adjacent to a variety of public parking options. All parking spots labeled "SOL" are available to guests. Adjacent to this lot, the city of Willoughby provides public parking on the street and within multiple lots. Please note signs may allow parking after a specific time.
Public transit
SR-20 Mentor Ave & City of Willoughby-Todd Field
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Owned/operated by
Black/African American, Women
Executive chef
John Langdon
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.solwilloughby.com/
Phone number
(440) 918-1596
Catering
Our scratch kitchen offers a diverse catering menu with unique options to satisfy your guests, meet the needs of your event, and surpass your dining expectations. We look forward to collaborating with you. Contact David Bartulovic by email at david@solwilloughby.com with any inquiries you may have about catering your next event with Sol.
Private party facilities
Sol presents a variety of unique & intimate opportunities for you to host your next private event. Our spacious restaurant can comfortably accommodate your event by providing options for large parties and small gatherings. Each space is furnished with mixed seating options to ensure comfortability and encourage interaction. We offer a fully private Dining Room allowing parties of 30-100 people, amongst vaulted ceilings and compelling decoration, with the availability of an open or cash bar. Our Fireside Lounge offers an intimate experience for private parties of 30 or fewer people, encouraging a harmonious relationship amongst guests by providing room to mingle and feel comfortable. At Sol, we are committed to making your gathering memorable. Our team looks forward to serving you our scratch-made recipes in an atmosphere of casual elegance. Contact David Bartulovic by email at david@solwilloughby.com with any inquiries you may have about reserving your next private event with Sol.

Sol

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Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Chicken Mahon

Chicken Tacos

Chicken Empanadas

Menu

What 273 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

Does Sol offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Sol restaurant rated?

Is Sol currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information