Experience
Why Guests Return
We are proud of our 4.5/5 rating. It reflects our commitment to fresh ingredients, local craft beer, and a welcoming atmosphere on Slavyanska 23.
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What Our Guests Say
At the heart of everything we do is the experience of our guests. From the warmth of the garden to the first bite of our slow-cooked meats, here are real stories from the people who visit our 1923 cabin.
Atmosphere
A Place for Stories
Whether it's a first date in the garden or a family dinner in one of the dining rooms, our guests often mention the good energy that makes The Friendly Bear unique.
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Selected guest reviews
Real guest impressions that highlight warm service, cozy atmosphere, and the kind of food people come back for.
- 4.5/5 Google rating
- 1361 reviews
- strong signals around service, atmosphere, and food
Google / 5/5
★★★★★
Aymeric Ginot
2026-08-12
An impeccable restaurant. The place is beautifully decorated and well designed. The servers are welcoming and give great recommendations. Pffff, the dishes are delicious and the portions are generous. The sides served with the meat dishes are well thought out and full of flavor. Go there — this place is a gem.
Google / 5/5
★★★★★
Dora Dimitrova
2026-08-10
Great food and atmosphere!
Google / 5/5
★★★★★
jef seghers
2026-08-08
The most honest and friendly waiter in the world. Great recommendations on what to order.
Google / 5/5
★★★★★
Ivan Manov
2026-08-02
The atmosphere is amazing, and so is the décor! The staff are very friendly and welcoming! I have no words for the food!
Google / 5/5
★★★★★
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2026-08-01
Nice place, try 🐑
Google / 5/5
★★★★★
Dessyslava Stoichkova
2026-08-04
A favorite place of mine — incredibly delicious and a breath of fresh air in Sofia’s often pretentious dining scene. A very cozy, vibrant atmosphere both inside and out in the garden, a great bilingual menu, and their cocktails deserve high praise too. It really does feel like visiting friends. The prices are very reasonable. A big friendly paw for them! 🐾
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4.5/5 from 1361 Google reviews
The number matters, but the stories matter more: warm service, good food, and a cozy Sofia hideaway people remember.