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    Sofia Grill

    4.9 (26 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Grilled chicken thigh with potato salad
    Ho T.

    I ordered the side of potato salad with chicken thighs. It was fillet instead of bone in, which made me unhappy. The chicken thigh was seasoned and had grill marks to give it a visually appealing appearance. Every bite of the thigh was tasty, and the quantity size was appropriate. The potato salad is distinct; it tastes strongly of dill and has a smooth, mashed potato-like texture. The biscuit cake, which included layers of vanilla custard, biscuit/cookie, and crushed nuts on top, was phenomenal. I like how smooth and creamy the custard was, and I'm glad it wasn't overly sugary.

    Beef patty and Shopska salad
    Brian D.

    I'd never actually had Bulgarian food before so this was a new experience for me. Let me tell you, I couldn't believe how good it was. I've had a few things from here but the top 2 without a doubt are the Shopska salad and the Beef patty. The salad is light and refreshing and the beef patty is full of punch! What seasoning they use for it I have no idea - but it's outstanding! The portions are decent, and I've never eaten inside, only had take out so far, but I'll be coming back for more.

    Siew Y.

    Menu is small but food was great! Fresh ingredients and friendly service too! Place your order at the counter. Open seating. Ventilation could be better due to the grilling. Definitely worth trying!

    Chicken thighs and shopska salad (mixed)

    Sofia Grill is a small hidden gem in the burbs. The food is delicious, made to order, and simply flavored. It also makes the best chicken thighs (flattened & grilled!) I've ever eaten. Alexander greets you with a charming smile, and the small kitchen does their magic. Shopska salad is a fresh favorite, so are the hearty delicious soups they have on special rotations. Don't miss the crusty fresh baked loaf of bread! The condiment tray has the best imported season salt to shake on your foods, and a variety of oil and vinegars to customize your salads or veggies. Portions are generous. They do a lot of carryouts, and also cater events. Who knew Bulgarian food was so delicious?! It's one of our faves, and I try to visit frequently and you should, too!

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    Patrick V.

    As a typical ignorant American, I had never had any Bulgarian Cuisine prior to visiting Sofia Grill. With no idea what to expect, to say I was pleasantly surprised is an understatement! The food was phenomenally seasoned and grilled to perfection. With a large variety of meats, salads and soups, Sofia Grill has options for everyone to get a glimpse into the Bulgarian culture. A quaint environment with a view right to where the magic happens is a great atmosphere to enjoy your Bulgarian feast. And there is even a snack station for the kiddos to try some authentic Bulgarian sweets, candy, and chocolate. Since it was my introduction to the cuisine, I tried to order as much as I possibly could; we tried the Kebapcheta sausages, the Pork Chop, the Sofia Salad, the Roasted Pepper Salad, but the one that deserves first prize was the Tatar Meatball! This large patty-like meatball was dutifully flavored and served piping hot with a delicious mozzarella suprise inside. I just couldn't save some of it for later and ate the whole thing! And to complete this grand feast was the decadent HOMEMADE Biscuit Cake. Creamy marscapone layered between sweet biscuits, topped with walnuts and drizzled with caramel. This delicious dessert hit the spot and was gone within seconds!! Unfortunately I was too enamored with the food to even stop and take pictures before I wolfed it all down... Whether you are a Des Plaines local, an out-of-town tourist, or a food aficionado, you MUST stop at Sofia Grill for a window into the flavorful spices and delicious desserts of Bulgaria!

    John G.

    Authentic Bulgarian food! Meat is super fresh, perfectly seasoned. Casual Eastern European comfort food. Save room for homemade dessert, Absolutely delicious. Super family friendly.

    Homemade Bulgarian chicken soup
    Chris E.

    This place has amazing food and I cannot recommend it enough. Reopened recently with new owners and staff and a friend took me there! Absolutely hits it out of the park! The meat is so tender and well seasoned you don't need salt, pepper, or any modifications! Fries are delicious, sides are delicious and everything is homemade so you can feel good about eating it! I will probably end up going every two weeks at least because I've craving it! Going this Friday!

    Tasty Eastern European food! The grill and the daily specials are amazing! Alex is very friendly. Prices are reasonable.

    I seen this new place open up. I thought I would give it a try. I never tried Bulgarian food, there's always a first for everything! I had a sampler plate with all different meats! From sausages to pork chops and chicken! All were sooooooo good!!!! So very juicy! I loved their Sofia patty. So tasty! The owner of the place was super friendly and helpful! I also ate some of their desserts and had to take some home with me. I definitely would go again!! Absolutely loved this little gem!! Enjoyed time out with my friends as well! Best day ever!

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    The food is very fresh and delicious , I m recommend this place . I can eat there every day and I won't get bored

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    Thank you Chris for your feedback. See you soon!

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    Best place for bulgarian soups. The tripe soup is great, wish it came with bread for delivery though. The homemade cake is also a must.

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    2 years ago

    Best Bulgarian food in the Chicagoland area tbh. Relaxed atmosphere and good service.

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    3 years ago

    Small, quick place for a bite. Nice, good food. Not fancy. Workers were friendly and helpful with the menu.

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    2 years ago

    Great great food. Highly recommend this place. The pork chops are incredible and super big

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    3 years ago

    Delicious food. Ordered two entrees and a cake. Super fresh and tasty. I would recommend

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    Thank you Laurel, appreciate your feedback!

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    4 years ago

    Great healthy meal, My go-to place at airport. Clean and friendly staff. Everything on menu taste great!!

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    We decided to come here as 2 of my sons wanted to try this place. We invited my in-laws and my…read morebrother-in-law and his family. Since there was a total of 11 and the seating is first come first serve, we decided to call to see if they had reservations. They did take our name and reserved a table. When we arrived we noticed a table was reserved and we were informed that it was our table. We sat and looked over the menus. When we were ready my 2 boys and I went up to place our order. My one son has major allergies so we spoke to the chef and he came back out to recommend the dishes he can have. It was great that he did so and gave us confidence that my son would be able to eat without worrying too much about the ingredients. I ordered the Shrimp Kalamakia with a side of the Greek Rice. My son with the allergies ordered the Pork Kalamakia with Greek Rice and no pita, my other son ordered the Traditional Pork Gyro with Greek Rice. The sides we ordered: Saganaki Fritters and Spanakopitakia. My son that ordered the Pork Kalamakia devoured it. He said it was tender and juicy and probably could have eaten 4 skewers. My Shrimp Kalamakia was nicely charred and seasoned, I squeezed some lemon and it provided a nice tang over the seasoning. The Lemon rice pilaf was soft and cook just right and was nicely balanced. I had one Saganaki Ball and it was delicious. My son had the Pork Gyros said it was really good and the Tzatziki sauce was creamy and rich with flavors. My in-laws bought the table desserts and I got the Baklava and my wife got Loukoumades (Greek Donuts with Nutella) and both did not disappoint. I really loved the citrus honey syrup in the Baklava. The Loukoumades had a crispy shell and nice a fluffy on the inside and the Nutella amount was perfect. This place is very good and well worth the price in my opinion. I loved the fact that they took the time to make sure my son with allergies was safe.

    Very tasty Greek meats in an upscale fast-casual space. Came here for a weekend dinner for four,…read moreate very well for $85 including tip. Food was flavorful, portions were large, and service was good. I'd come back.

    Sofia Grill - bulgarian - Updated May 2026

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