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This restaurant is situated in the Roslindale neighborhood. It's known for its bistro. The menu is cheep.
5.0 of 5 stars.
I quite enjoy Sophia's Grotto. Their prices are fantastic and the food is delicious. I am on their mailing list and love the Pasta Sundays they offer!
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I love, love, love good food. Sadly, Sophia's food is only ok. That in and of itself is normally enough to prevent a repeat visit from me - I mean, there are so many places in Boston with excellent...
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Probably best hidden gem of the city. You can't beat the atmosphere of the courtyard patio in the summer, and it's cozy and comfortable in the winter. My go-to's on the menu are the Caprese salad, the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The atmoshere was nice, the drinks and service were good. The food was not so good. I ordered the salmon which was small and way over cooked and had a white sauce that did not go with salmon in my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place but they need to rotate their menu more!!! Please, its okay, we'll try the new things! Service is excellent, the atmosphere cozy, and they have an all alcohol license now, a...
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yep, still yummy. After re-reading my review I realized that this time, I didn't get warm soft bread. I got normal bread that is a bit hard to chew. Where did the warm soft bread go?Anyway, still...
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Sophia's Grotto is such a wonderful place to eat. Not only is the food delicious, the atmosphere is fantastic. It's small so consider that when coming here on a Saturday night, but the wait is worth...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The night before our wedding, our families met for the first time. For this occasion, I chose Sophia's Grotto. I had few expectations other than that it would serve fresh, crowd-pleasing cuisine and...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great little cafe with a sweet little bar. Intimate setting. Great menu with nice, reasonably priced wine list.
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Sophia's. You have a picture of Sophia Loren. That's cool. You had no wait when there was a long one at Delfino. Also cool.But, the food was just okay. I did not finish my mean when I am...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is incredible! We went on a saturday night with 2 other couples. My friend mad the rezzy to sit outside on the patio and told us the restaraunt actually called him to see if we'd all be too...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite new discovery in the wonderful neighborhood of Roslindale. We ate at the small, cozy bar where the bartender - the speediest drinkmaker I've ever seen - whipped up cocktails in a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is my fave place in the Village. I love getting one of the salads and pizzas to share. It's always great and the atmosphere is relaxing and romantic.
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
a hidden gem in roslindale. i never would have thought to venture out to roslindale for dinner, but my friend took us to sophia's. the inside was cute with exposed brick and textured walls, that old...
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Rozzie Square keeps getting better and better. Ok, better late than never to come check out Sophia's Grotto. The eclectic hidden gem on birch street (alley that wraps around to an open brick court)...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had a great experience at Sophia's. We sat at the bar, split a pizza and a small plate (portobello), Jen had two beers and I had a sangria and we were out of there for $45, including tip. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really enjoy Sophia's, especially on a warm summer evening. They have a fantastic patio area for alfresco dining. It's very easy to order way too much food! I like getting several of their "small...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Sad to say, this place --at least to me, take it or leave it-- is just not anywhere's near the hype.When I first learned of Sophia's, I sooooo looked forward to going there. Reviews in the papers...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Having grown up in" Rosie" who would have thought the square would be a destination place. That said , Sophia's" is another winner for Dining out. Great food ,comfortable atmosphere.Will be back soon
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So-so little tucked away eatery. Not as good as I thought and small and romantic but forgetfull. Looked like a nice dinner menu since I was there for lunch but nothing that blew me away! I wont...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
One of the best things about this place is the atmosphere and ambiance, whether you sit inside or out. It has a relaxed, casual and very charming feel. The staff is always friendly and I've never had...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
A local favorite! I bring friends to this place as a first stop on a tour of the village restaurants. Many times, Sophia's is where we end up after visiting the other places, or, we never leave. The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a cute place, with great food & service to top it off! The dining area is tiny, but you're not on top of the table next to you- private booths, exposed brick, great spot for a date. They offer...
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2008
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Tonight was our third visit and each time Sophia's Grotto has been a real treat! The chicken dish, the salmon with mustard, the veal medallions, and the pasta dishes are superb. The Boston lettuce salad with...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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Sophia's Grotto is a good place to take a date. Its small, so you have to sit close and the plates are pretty small so there are no awkward doggie bags to take home. The food is good but a bit pricey, but like...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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I felt ignored. The food was cold and not very tasty.and staff was more interested in talking amongst themselve. Outside dining area was dirty. Manager was not around to give my comments. I needed silverware...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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Sophia's Grotto is the perfect destination for an evening out. Tucked in the courtyard of 22 Birch St, their only entrance is secluded and gives it an intimate charm we don't find often in our big city. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a really cute place tucked away in Roslindale Village. Too many people don't realize the cuteness that is Roslindale, but that's for another review. The Sangria is tasty and would be totally...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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I don't know how it is my husband and I have given this place so many shots to impress. Maybe it's because it's always crowded and we're giving the place the benefit of the doubt. But enough is enough. We've...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Better than "meh," but not quite "woohoo," i think 4 stars is a pretty safe bet. Yes, I'm a sucker for outdoor dining. the fountain was just an added bonus. The scallops gratin were good. Of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Meh.The sangria was good. The antipasto was reeeeally good. The gratin scallops were pretty delicious. But the mussels. There was something off about them. I didn't get the poops or anything, but they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I went here for the first time in November and LOVED it. It was obviously cold, so there was no sitting in the patio area (though I can't wait to return and do so). Great affordable wine & delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Despite absolutely loving the decor and atmosphere of Sophia's I have to say that their gnocchi was just a mere, "ehhhhh". However, the reason for their 4 stars is that this little restaurant tucked...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent dining experience. The ambiance was lovely, the food was fantastic. I am so happy to have found my new favorite Italian restaurant in the JP area. Please go on the adventure to eat here! you...
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. Wonderful staff, great food! Highly recommend.
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! Its like stepping into another world...the food and atmosphere are fantastic! My husband and I like to go during the week (when its less busy) and we get to take advantage of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I always liked that place, everything I ordered was delicious. But last year I heard about cockroach incident there.
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went on a Wednesday evening. We had to wait about 20 minutes for a table. It is cozy inside, as everyone said and we will probably go back there in on a warm evening to sit outside.The...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wandered into this restaurant last year. Walking through the arboretum then Franklin park... getting lost... wandering around in the forest... then finally stumbling upon civilization. Starving...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Wow was i happy with the food the vibe and the organized hostess.Seafood stew and open faced seafood ravioli - unique, homemade and tasty. The mussels were perfectly cooked and the tomato base of the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sophia? The name Sophia's grotto was given not because of the wonderful actress of yesterday, but actually because they have "no sofa's". In Italian, "sophia" means dinner place that has no sofa" -...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
After some white knuckle driving down the Riverway, or Arboway, or what ever it was, we finally reached Roslindale Village and jumped out of the car. Pointing out the cheese shop as we walked, Jess...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
4.5 Stars.This place is BEYOND cute. It's really small, so make sure you make reservations. It's also slightly hidden behind this iron gate and a brick floor. The dark colors were really warm and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
What a warm and cozy little spot! Get here early, or better yet, make a reservation. Great spot for dinner with friends on their suggestion, and they didn't steer us wrong (as usual). They picked out...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite places to go. Very cute inside. The bar is teeny so it is better to go there to sit at a table for dinner and drinks then expect to sit at the bar. Like another reviewer stated, it...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Really good food with a lively & fun atmosphere. Can be very busy in the evenings and I can see why. Salads, pastas, pizzas were all very good. Complimentary bread & spread is yummy too. Small...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally went here with my wife and my dad last weekend. Anyway, it's a cool little spot, and it's definitely little, so expect to wait a bit. I think we waited like 20 minutes around 8:00 on a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
very good
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Probably the best restaurant in Roslindale Square for a few reasons. First, the atmosphere of this place is cozy and romantic...I'm a sucker for exposed brick. Also, the sangria isn't the best I've...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We were just there a few weeks ago and had a fabo meal...here are a few pics of Sophia's Grotto. Click on the images to get a bigger look......
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I must be missing something because I really do not care for this place at all.True, it has a cool little patio to sit at in the summertime (but so do 2 other restaurants in the same courtyard)....
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great food, great pizza...really GREAT calamari appetizer...but the service was a bit slow. this is a great place to go and want a long leisurely meal w/ friends or a loved one....great date place to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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Had dinner in the courtyard last night. The food was outstanding and the service pleasant but not imposing. This is my fourth time dining at Sophia's and each time has been pleasant with friendly service and...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Another fantastic restaurant I would never, ever have found without Yelp. Actually, I wasn't even aware that Roslindale was such a cool neighborhood. My favorite part of Sophia's is the decor--they...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Wow i was surprised when i first walked into this place. I've lived in Roslindale for a good chunk of my life and never realized there was such an awesome restaurant right under my nose, the food is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Middle Eastern? NO. Italian? Yes! Spanish? Yes! I finally went back to Sophia's after a while. I hadn't been away or purpose, but just hadn't had the chance to return. Damn they are good. A...
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
One of my favorite cozy romantic spots, yet I can also take my cousin and her 1 year old daughter and we are treated equally as well. I have never had anything I didn't like at Sophia's. They have...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2006
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Dinner here was a very bad experience; very unprofessional wait staff and food is mediocre; don't waste your time or money on this place!!
citysearch.com - user review - 08/15/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Sophia's has some of the best food I've had in Boston, in a hip yet warm setting, tucked away in the brick plaza behind Birch Street. Sit out on the patio on a warm evening and try the Spanish...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2006
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This restaurant is very warm and inviting. My husband and I had a party of 15 to celebrate his parent's wedding anniversary and all our guests LOVED the food, the service, everything was fabulous. Being that...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2006
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We love to eat good food in a great place, this is a gem!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/30/2005
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What a wonderful addition to Roslindale Village! The restaurant is charming, the owner and staff are very welcoming, and the food is delicious! Sitting outside in the courtyard on a nice warm summer evening,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/13/2005
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hidden Jewel in Roslindale it is sometimes overlooked..Sophia's Grotto is an intimate and cozy trattoria that is a an equally good choice for a first date, a night out with friends, or an evening...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2005
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Immediatley when you walk into Sophi's Grotto you will feel comfortable. The wait staff was nice and friendly. The food was hot and very tasty. I cant wait for them to expand their menu item choices. Its one...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/13/2005
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It's 8 p.m. on a Friday at Sophia's Grotto, and the bar is packed to the door with patrons quaffing red wine and waiting for tables. By 11:30, the hostess has her coat on and the room is emptying fast.
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I'm a student at hyde park high school and I think sophia's grotto was the best I ever had. The food was great. Very unique.
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It is a very cute restaurant, a little small. Food and overall menu was cheep and tastefull. Management team and wait staff need lots of work still. Great food for the money.
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Be careful of the soups. They arrive too hot.
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Great atmosphere, friendly staff, reasonable prices.
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