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Sophie's Grill & Bar, Cary, NC

Sophie's Grill & Bar

4.6
4.6
76 Reviews
$30 and under
Eastern European

Sophie’s Grill & Bar is an Eastern European-inspired American eatery and sports bar in Cary, NC. We use traditional recipes and preparation methods from the old world to handcraft pub fare in a uniquely delicious way.



We’re excited to open Sophie’s in Cary after 11 years in Morrisville at Desy’s Grill & Bar.



Bring the whole family to watch every game on our 24 TVs, enjoy our full bar with handmade cocktails and 22 craft beers on tap, plus live music and karaoke.


We serve local produce from area farmer’s markets (seasonally available), striving to support the community while offering guests a truly authentic experience.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Eastern European, American

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Wed–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am

  • Phone number

    (919) 355-2377

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    We take parties of 20+ all the way to 150 guests! Please contact us for more information.

  • Neighborhood

    Cary

  • Parking details

    We have a parking lot available in the plaza.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 76 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Kid-friendly

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Good for groups

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Good for special occasions

  • Raleigh

    Kid-friendly

  • Raleigh

    Good for groups

  • Raleigh

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Raleigh

    Romantic

  • Raleigh

    Good for special occasions

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  1. Kellyandgeorge

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Nice place to enjoy a date night or a family dinner. The food was ok, and the service was good. The only thing you need to be careful of is that they automatically add 20%gratuite to the bill. Usually, this happens if you come over with a big group, but in our case, we just arrived four of us.
  2. BradC

    Baltimore

    14 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience2
    Food was just not good. Tasted like doctored up processed food rather than the advertised “home cooking”
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great spot. Food and service are top notch! We love the salmon and always hope to have room for the dessert too!
  4. MarcS

    Raleigh

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a fantastic birthday meal for my wife here.
  5. RichardG

    Raleigh

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    A nice dining experience. Our waiter, G, was excellent!
  6. MaryT

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have visited Sophie's Grill & Bar four times trying something new each visit. All of the meals have been outstanding.
  7. KarenL

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great place to experience! The customer service and of course the FOOD. This was the first time for us to go there and we will definitely be going back. To be able to taste and enjoy the culinary cuisine of Eastern Europe was such a nice change. Our waiter was exceptionally too!
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to Sophie's for a business dinner with a party of 10. Service and food were impeccable. Had a wonderful evening and would definitely do it again.
  9. MikeK

    Raleigh

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simeon was our waiter. He made the whole dining experience fantastic with his stories and humor. He was always there if we needed anything, knew the menu inside and out and wasn't afraid to make suggestions, if asked. We went for a taste of Romanian style cuisine, which they didn't really have, but it was very close. (If they only had palenta.) The food, however, was fantastic. It was our first time in the restaurant, but it will definitely not be the last.
  10. Do10hedron

    Raleigh

    23 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    My wife and I went on a Saturday night and were disappointed with the overall service. Though pleasant in attitude, the place seemed to be poorly managed. We enjoyed our food well enough but won't likely return given the number of alternatives with good service. It took nearly 40 minutes to get out food and the ambiance was... confusing? It reads like a sports bar but seems to want to be a more upscale restaurant.
  11. bonjour123

    Raleigh

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Sophies! Lovely Valentines celebration with our daughter!
  12. ChefCindy

    Raleigh

    10 reviews

    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Honestly the hamburgers are poor quality beef. Stale roll all around not happy eating at this establishment
  13. Tripper

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Food was just acceptable. Had stuffed cabbage -- disappointing to say the least. Two small cabbage rolls for $17.50! No side dishes, no rolls. Twenty per cent gratuity added to the bill for only 2 people with no notice of this policy beforehand. Servers were cordial. I would not dine there again.
  14. TadB

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A delightful Christmas dinner 🎄The Hungarian Goulash was “lick the bowl” good 😋
  15. MaryF

    Pittsburgh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent!! Will definitely be returning to try other items on their interesting menu. Thank you for being open on Christmas!
  16. ClayR

    Raleigh

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were cautious to go to a Bar and Grill for Christmas brunch. ARE WE EVER GLAD WE DID!! The food is amazing, the staff are amazing, the atmosphere is wonderful. We will definitely return, and will definitely tell everyone how wonderful our visit was.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Awesome service and food selection- delicious Pinot Noir!!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food. Definitely recommend. Will be coming back.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and exceptional service!
  20. KarenR

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food & service were great! The food was good and the host & service were attentive and welcoming.
  21. ElizabethA

    Raleigh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    When we went to the restaurant, they didn’t have our reservation from this app. We almost didn’t have a table to eat at. Limited menu and the food was ok but not for the price. Way to expensive.
  22. Chris

    Charleston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined for Thanksgiving Dinner. Went early so crowd was no problem. Seated immediately and staff was wonderfully attentive but not bothersome throughout meal. Portion sizes were great, food was great and desserts were exceptional! I’d highly recommend giving Sophie’s a try. You won’t be disappointed.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    North Scotland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our family went to Sophie’s for thanksgiving dinner for the first time and it was wonderful. We hope to go back every thanksgiving!
  24. SusyS

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a gem! I actually found Sophie’s through OpenTable’s ratings & recommendations. I checked out the photos and menu and it looked perfect for hosting my son’s future in-laws, who were in from out of state. Desi greeted us herself. Our waiter was Dali, and he was outstanding. We had 3 bottles of wine, appetizers and dinner, plus desserts. Everything was delicious and I was surprised that our bill wasn’t as bad as I expected. This restaurant is both sophisticated and casual, which makes it a perfect choice for many occasions. And again, the food was delicious. We had Hungarian Goulash, the stuffed peppers and the pasta, as well as the stuffed figs and the bries appetizers. The bacon-wrapped figs are AMAZING. Don’t sleep on this restaurant. We’ll be back soon!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and good service
  26. AimeeA

    Wilmington

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don’t know how we got lucky and ran into this awesome place Drinks, food and service were 5 stars.
  27. TymekaW

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great experience dining with BFF
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very friendly staff. Great food…all 4 in our party enjoyed their entree. Not very crowded. I think this is still a hidden gem.
  29. DonaldF

    Raleigh

    106 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We greatly enjoyed our lunch with friends. The only drawback was they didn’t have coffee. Need to train staff on how to brew.
  30. Manny

    Raleigh

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was extremely friendly and the food was fantastic, from the appetizers to the entree. We were never rushed like so many restaurants do you truly get to enjoy your outing.
  31. TracyY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simeon was knowledgeable and helpful about the menu and wine selections. Place was clean and open. Food was amazing! I’d definitely go back!
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Great food and prices. I wouldn’t recommend a mojito or any drink with mint as it was not fresh. If you are looking for a quiet place, definitely go before the DJ and dancing starts. I will definitely be going back for the food.
  33. CarolynF

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    My food came out last after the whole table was served and other tables served that were seated after us. Ordered steak tips medium. They were well done. Waiter did well considering big party. But also got charged for coleslaw that wasn’t ordered.
  34. MattS

    Raleigh

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Rude wait staff, incorrect orders, and stale bread. Absolutely the worst food. Overcooked hamburgers, cold hard fries, and the stuffed cabbage leaves should never be put on a plate. Lack of seasoning, food thrown on plate, dirty tables - just say no.
  35. LoveEatingOut

    Omaha

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Sophie's was fine. It would not be somewhere I would return to if I were in the area again.
  36. DaveR

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    Can’t rate the food, never received after an hour. Ruined Mother’s Day for us
  37. Sake20

    New England

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    Not equipped to manage busy times. Had made reservation for Mother’s Day and had to wait in a long line to get seated. Food was mediocre and one dish was served completely cold. Horrible experience and was looking forward to it based off reviews. Person in line ahead of me said they are good when they aren’t busy.
  38. RobJ

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Mother’s Day brunch and the service and food was great! They make you feel welcome, special and appreciative of dining with them! Will be going back
  39. ECB12

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    First lead waiter/host was absolutely a gentleman/personable from start to finish. DJ is great, if you don’t care for sit down eating, you’ll enjoy it. It was my husband’s birthday, Mother’s Day weekend, all (7-9) triangle colleges were holding graduations. So I had few choices. I didn’t expect “A” game service. This wasn’t even “D” game service. Waitress started out very promising. 5 of 7 people had arrived and the tables were wobbly. She quickly got cardboard to level them, got on her knees to fix. Then took our orders…it was downhill from there. She didn’t take orders in stages (drinks-appetizers-entrees). Said she could take whatever and stagger the order…not. We got water, waited, then soda for one person, waited, then upon questioning, my husband got his soda… more waiting the rest of us didn’t order anything else to drink . We saw what a struggle this was. Mind you, from the very beginning one person ordered a Mojito. Notice I haven’t mentioned that it came. At 45 mins after ordering we’re wondering where the appetizers were. We asked and she said she would check. Twenty mins later one couple got appetizers and entree… but still no mojito. No one else got food and those two sodas that the guys got were long gone. I’m about to run out of characters so cutting to the chase. Food took forever, after First lead waiter/host repeatedly asking about it. At one point waitress came to table freshly reeking of cigarette smoke. Lead waiter/manager and bartender sincerely apologized said wait person was new (idk, but it didn’t feel like she was new)we got free dessert plate long before the rest of food came, oh and a mojito. (Comp’ed) Wait staff raved chef was great Bulgarian cook. Menu is Greek influenced, yum right? Not. Very disappointing, bland flavor. Tough asparagus and pasta means. Turns out another friend had been 3xs based on a bar fly’s recommendation. Her experience was ours, right down to “Bulgarian chef” line… they won’t go back and neither will we
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went to Sophie’s for my graduation dinner. It was a great experience

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Sophie's Grill & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 355-2377.

Sophie's Grill & Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 76 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Sophie's Grill & Bar

2734 NC 55 Hwy, Cary, NC 27519

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Cary

  • Hours of operation

    Mon, Tue, Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am Wed–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Eastern European, American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    We have a parking lot available in the plaza.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (919) 355-2377

  • Private party facilities

    We take parties of 20+ all the way to 150 guests! Please contact us for more information.

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