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Sophie's Bistro, Somerset, NJ

Sophie's Bistro

4.7
4.7
1743 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 545-7778
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,743 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Neighborhood gem

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sophie's Bistro is a beloved French restaurant known for its "great French onion soup" and "excellent" classic dishes like cassoulet and Coquilles St Jacques. Guests rave about the "amazing" service and cozy atmosphere, with standout desserts and a well-curated wine list. It's a "true neighborhood gem," consistently delivering a "fabulous experience."

1,743 Reviews
  1. Patrick

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service. Unfortunately we sat next to a very loud and nosey couple. The wife listened to other couple’s conversations and injected herself into those conversations. Fortunately they left halfway through our meal and we were able to relax and enjoy the remainder of the evening. This is not our first visit and it will not be our last.

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  2. Sheila

    New Jersey

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've dined at Sophie's Bistro for many years, and it's a hidden treasure that everyone should discover and enjoy. Matt can't make a bad cocktail even if he tried. His skills are unmatched! The staff is amazing, and the owner, Peter, treated my hubby and me with two sweet shots that went down really smooth! Our Valentine’s Day dinner at Sophie's will be a memorable one. Thank you!

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  3. Adam

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 37th Valentine’s Day together and the best one yet. On the way out I asked if I can make reservations for next year yet. We’ll be back before. Delicious!

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  4. Khahlidra

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This jewel of a restaurant is always amazing! Perfect food, perfect service!

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  5. Cheryl

    VIP

    New York City

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a 10 plus… never disappointed Food Service Ambiance

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  6. Susan

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is wonderful. Food is amazing and the service is excellent! Super friendly chef. We were a party of six and all loved it.

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  7. Barbara

    VIP

    New York City

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A comfortable setting for a delicious meal. Always start with their escargot and the best bread for dipping in garlic sauce! Last night we had 3 different wonderful meals; duck, seafood combo and a bleu cheese burger. Yum!!!

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  8. Brittany

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful date night at Sophie’s. Every dish we ordered was flavorful and rich. I chose the seafood puff pastry for my entrée. The seafood was very tender and the portion was generous. The puff pastry was incredibly crisp and flaky, even when I ate the leftovers the next day. Additionally, the owner of the restaurant was very friendly. He greeted us at our table and shared stories about some of the items we admired in the restaurant. We left, agreeing that we wanted to visit again soon!

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  9. Ms

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I ❤️ this place. Good food and great Creme Brule😊

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  10. Stacy

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an amazing dinner here. French onion soup was out of this world. Wouldn’t order the duck again, it was a little under seasoned and under sauced. But the steak frites were delicious and the lava cake was outstanding!

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Sophie's Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 1743 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Sophie's Bistro

700 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ 08873

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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