Sofia visitor guide
Welcome to Sofia: Your Home in the City Center
Visiting a new city can be overwhelming. At The Friendly Bear, we make it easy. Located in a historic 1923 house near the Radisson hotel and the National Theatre, we offer a warm welcome, English-speaking staff, and a menu with slow-cooked meats, vegetarian dishes, and fresh salads.
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Per i nostri amici italiani
Un angolo accogliente con giardino segreto e cucina autentica. Parliamo inglese e il nostro menù è pronto per voi.
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Para nuestros visitantes españoles
Un restaurante acogedor en el centro de Sofía, con carnes cocinadas lentamente, ensaladas frescas y opciones vegetarianas.
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Για τους Έλληνες επισκέπτες μας
Ένα κεντρικό εστιατόριο στη Σόφια με υπέροχο κήπο, παραδοσιακές γεύσεις και φιλικό προσωπικό που μιλάει αγγλικά.
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Für deutsche Gäste
Authentisch essen im Zentrum Sofias: ruhiger Hof, Retro-Interieur, langsam gegartes Lamm und frische Salate.
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Pentru vizitatorii români
O oprire sățioasă în centrul Sofiei, cu porții generoase, grădină ascunsă și meniu ușor de deschis în engleză.
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Voor Nederlandse bezoekers
Gezellig eten in Sofia centrum: verborgen tuin, Engelse service, vegetarische opties en Bulgaarse smaken zonder toeristenval.
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For UK visitors
Proper comfort food, English-speaking staff and a friendly central Sofia welcome before a night out or ski transfer.
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Hidden gem restaurant Sofia
A 1923 house with a hidden courtyard, slightly underground retro rooms, soft carpet on the wall and memorable food.
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A few practical things to know before you arrive
We want your visit to feel easy before you even walk through the door.
Payments
We accept all major credit cards and Revolut.
Pets
We are 100% pet friendly. Bring your furry travel companion!
Etiquette
Tipping is customary, approximately 10%. Smoking is permitted in the garden only.
Parking
Located in the Green Zone with paid SMS/App parking. Free parking on Sundays.
Visit us
Sofia Center, Slavyanska St 23, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
Save the address, open directions, or call us. We are on Slavyanska 23, in central Sofia.