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Sophie's Bistro, Somerset, NJ

Sophie's Bistro

4.7 (1772)
$31 to $50
French
700 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ 08873

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
We want Sophie's to be a place where one could have a good, hearty meal (comfort food), simple and unpretentious, at a fair price. Our goal is to produce an atmosphere where people can come for lunch, a full dinner, a late snack, a glass of wine or a big cup of coffee and feel comfortable and at home. Our menu is diverse enough for everyone, yet simple enough so the average person will not get overwhelmed with numerous menu choices and complications. Our basic premise is to provide quality food and good service at a fair price in an unpretentious atmosphere. The décor is modeled after classic French Bistros. French country antiques, large open shuttered windows, dark woods, soft pastel colors and walls covered with family pictures make Sophie's an intimate cozy environment

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    New Brunswick
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,772 people are saying

Sophie's Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Great for brunch

  • Middlesex

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sophie's Bistro is celebrated for its "excellent service" and authentic French cuisine. Highlights include the "delicious French onion soup," "Michelin quality" Yukon mashed potatoes, and exquisite escargot. The charming bistro ambiance and attentive staff, including the owner Peter, enhance the dining experience, making it a "great place" for special occasions or a relaxed evening.

1,772 Reviews
  1. Jeffry

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favorite local restaurants. Good, filling food, friendly service, and a true bistro atmosphere. Most recent visit was on Mother's Day and we were not disappointed.

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  2. Janet VIP

    New Jersey118 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a good experience. We love that they don't crowd the tables and you can carry on a conversation. Service is excellent and the food is consistent. Prices have risen significantly however the portions and quality remain the same which is hard to find in today's market.

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  3. Patricia VIP

    London102 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    You will never be disappointed. Sophie's Bistro is consistently delicious. Authentic French food in a classic French bistro vibe. I have never been disappointed, from the Duck to the steak frites and everything else on the menu, yum. they make a mighty fine cocktail too!

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  4. liz VIP

    New York City37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to Sophie's Bistro but definitely not the last. Everything we had was absolutely delicious. We all enjoyed french onion soup, short ribs, salmon and the trout. We all loved our meals. Service was wonderful too! The place is so charming you actually feel like you are in a bistro in Paris. We live in northern NJ but took my MIL who live in the area here for her birthday. It is her new favorite too!!

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  5. Matt VIP

    New York City190 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sophie's Bistro is one of our "goto" places. Always the best onion soup anyone will find anywhere, excellent service, a pleasant wine list and a talented barkeep. We had a variety of fish, chicken and beef dishes, all delicious, prepared as ordered and arriving at the table hot, as expected. We were heading out to a place where desserts were going to be given out, so we just had some coffees and cappuccinos. Don't miss Sophie's Bistro.

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  6. Bruce VIP

    New Jersey23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner at Sophie’s was wonderful as usual. Sophie’s is one of my wife’s and my favorite restaurant’s . We dine here at about once a month . We love the atmosphere and the food as well as the staff. We both had escargot for the appetizer , deliciously prepared and presented. ( Be sure to use some of the bread to enjoy the garlic butter sauce !! ). My wife had the Steak Fritis Vert on the menu and I had the Grilled Yellow Fin Tuna from the special’s menu. Both dishes were prepared perfectly for us. We always tell our friends and family that if they want French Cuisine Sophie’s Bistro in Somerset , NJ is the place to go.

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  7. Adrienne

    New York City56 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sophie’s is always dependable to be a great meal! French onion soup is excellent! Everyone at our table thoroughly enjoyed their meals….mussels special, salmon, cow au vin, or Margret. Know we’ll be back!

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  8. Aleshka

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great. The food was delicious and it is the first time I wished the dance floor was open. Thank you for your wonderful hospitality and the great care you gave my family. I have been living on the west coast it is nice to be reminded of the BEST COAST. The wine you recommended was great.

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  9. Lisa VIP

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. It was Mussels fest and several good choices. Excellent service and the owner/manager checked on us as well.

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  10. Andrew VIP

    New York City63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Aleatorio s great food and service. It was Annual Mussels Festival and our entrees were excellent as was our server.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
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700 Hamilton Street, Somerset, NJ 08873

Additional information

  • Area
    New Brunswick
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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