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Special Menu

A Taste of the Season

Curated by Jana (Mish-Mash Recipes) and the Friendly Bear team, our special menu brings traditional Bulgarian flavors together with a modern touch. From our signature slow-cooked meats to vegetarian dishes, fresh salads, and classic desserts.

DrinksStartersMain CourseDessert

Drinks

  • glass of wine find me, bulgaria

    150 ml4,50 €/8,80 BGN

    * Syrah & Merlot

    * Sauvignon Blanc & Pinot Grigio

    * Rosé /Cabernet Franc & Syrah/

  • Alcohol-Free Limoncello Liqueur

    30 ml€2.90/5.67 BGN

    Freely, Italy

  • HOMEMADE ELDERFLOWER LEMONADE

    350 ml€3.60/7.04 BGN

Starters

  • Roasted Pepper Salad

    350 g€8.20/16.04 BGN

    with cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese mousse,

    olives and pickled onions

    Allergens: dairy products

  • Crispy Onion Rings

    300 g€7.10/13.89 BGN

    with dairy dip

    ALLERGENS: Gluten, Eggs, Dairy Products

  • Mixed Green Salad with Burrata

    300 g€10.20/19.95 BGN

    with apricots, cherry tomatoes,

    lemon dressing and balsamic reduction

    ALLERGENS: Mustard, Dairy Products

  • Cold Yogurt and Cucumber Soup (Tarator)

    350 ml€4.55/8.90 BGN

    (Optional with garlic, walnuts and dill)

    ALLERGENS: Dairy Products, Nuts

Main Course

  • Grilled Beef Sujuk

    450 g€15.30/29.92 BGN

    with French Fries and Smoked Mayonnaise

    ALLERGENS: Eggs

  • Pork Loin and Pork Belly Roll

    450 g€14.20/27.77 BGN

    with Citrus Arborio Rice and Demi-Glace Sauce

    Allergens: dairy products

  • Breaded Turkey Schnitzel

    350 g€13.90/27.19 BGN

    in Panko Breadcrumbs with Sautéed Potatoes

    ALLERGENS: Dairy Products, Eggs, Gluten

  • Spanish Tortilla

    350 g€9.70/18.97 BGN

    with dairy dip and tomato salad with olives and spring onion

    ALLERGENS: Dairy Products

Dessert

  • Please ask your server about the dessert of the day

Diner's Note

All prices include VAT. We accept cards & cash. Tipping is customary (10%). Need a recommendation? Just ask our English-speaking staff!

Regular menu

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The Friendly Bear Sofia logoThe Friendly Bear SofiaThe den of the good taste - come in, relax and enjoy

The Friendly Bear Sofia is a cozy restaurant in central Sofia on Slavyanska 23 with a garden, heated smoking area, special menu, slow-cooked meats, and vegetarian options.

Sofia Center, Slavyanska St 23, 1000 Sofia, BulgariaPhone: +359 87 612 2114

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Opening hours

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday17:00 - 23:00
  • Wednesday17:00 - 23:00
  • Thursday17:00 - 23:00
  • Friday17:00 - 23:00
  • Saturday12:00 - 23:00
  • Sunday12:00 - 23:00