Sofia Restaurant

3.9 58 reviews
Quality 3.6 Service 3.8 Value 4.2
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Reviews (58)

3.9
58 reviews
Excellent
13
Great
29
Average
13
Poor
2
Horrible
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Matthew T. 31 Oct 2023 73 reviews · 4410 points

I went there with Denise on Tuesday 31st October 2023 and we both shared a large Aussie Pizza with egg, which was very nice also the lemon pancakes were cooked to perfection so I would highly recommend them since they melt in your mouth

Quality
5/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $17

BH
Seaspray #14 in Williamstown VIC 08 Oct 2015 719 reviews · 99670 points

Was in need of some quick food between appointments and having been to the other Sofia's, thought I'd try this one. It's great to be able to find a genuine pizza shop which is open late and night and not just chain stores. The small pizza was very nice, as I expected it to be, had plenty of toppings and tasted very fresh and delicious. Great staff and quick service.

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $9.50

mcdm 12 Mar 2016

Sofia resturants in general always good food and friendly service

EG
erikag2 #24 in Chadstone VIC 19 Jul 2014 5 reviews · 400 points

Very cheap and very big potions but the quality is not there. My lasagna was OK but lacked sauce. I'd rather they serve less and add more quality to the product. Still, it's the best value around.

Quality
2/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $13

MY
mellie #1 in Ashwood VIC 12 Aug 2013 42 reviews · 2880 points

Portion sizes and this Sofias and all Sofia restaurants are HUGE but sadly the quality isn't there.
I always get the pasta, and although its huge and always hot it can sometimes be swimming in water not sauce.
If you are looking for a quick cheap feed its okay.

Quality
3/5
Service
4/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15.00

ET
esther92 #1 in St Lucia QLD 27 Jul 2013 58 reviews · 12085 points

one thing i must say is that the portion is super huge!! go there if u have a big group and everyone can share! the taste wise, i would say that there is still room for improvement. but i definitely enjoyed their cakes! according to my aunty, sometimes the food is nice sometimes its ok only. i guess they would need to be more consistent with the taste. service was really fast and friendly

Quality
2/5
Service
4/5
Value
4/5
maroonm 31 Jul 2013

Agree with your comment about their portions and consistency taste wise

SN
SARAHNGO42 #25 in Camberwell VIC 13 Apr 2013 2 reviews · 510 points

Sofia's is the italian McDonalds. Sometimes it is good, some times tastless. The Margaretta is very cheesy but tasty. Still feeds the family - thanks Sarah

Quality
3/5
Service
3/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $20

AT
annat10 #66 in Camberwell VIC 21 Dec 2012 15 reviews · 1930 points

For a cheap and cheerful fill of pasta or pizza this is the place to go. Unless you are feeding a small army I recommend the entree size for the pasta as the servings are ridiculously big. It can also get a bit noisy in there so if you are after an intimate dinner this is not the place for you. Otherwise for good cheap mum and dad type fare this is the place for you. Also if you order a gelati - order one and ask for extra spoons they are mammoth!!

Quality
3/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15-20

tabatham 21 Dec 2012

i like your rview

TP
thegoodfoodlover #75 in Bentleigh VIC 29 Nov 2012 20 reviews · 3165 points

Why is this Italian restaurant always busy? I'll tell you now. Sofia has been a favorite restaurant for locals for many years. (some like some don't)

For the economy like this, most people look for something good valued with reasonable price. Sofia got it all. Even though their food is not that spectacular, it's still good enough to consume happily and moreover you'll leave the restaurant with full stomach most of the time. In this case, you might have to takeaway some leftovers from the table home for your next meal.

Service is ok, they come to take your order, serve you foods and drinks and that's pretty much it. Nothing to report here.

To sum this up, if you have no fuss about food and service and want something to make you fill your tummy up, this is the place. On the other hand, if you look for quality and do not care much about price, La Casalinga is my pick for you.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5
SERENITY #26 in Croydon VIC 23 Aug 2012 58 reviews · 4395 points

We come here just for the gelati, love it. Love the giant serves of coloured gelati...
I find the meals a little pricey, and I am not a big eater so it is a bit of a waste for me/us.
Good service, good location, clean restaurant.

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
3/5
VT
vct #2 in Braybrook VIC 23 Aug 2012 80 reviews · 11340 points

The servings here are big. Make sure to ask the staff how big each serving is but I'd recommend sharing with someone. The staff are always super friendly and make you feel comfortable. It's a great atmosphere and great food with great value. They're also quite big so you could book a table for a big group with no issues, just book a little bit in advance.

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $20

VK
varinderk #37 in South Morang VIC 16 Aug 2012 67 reviews · 8660 points

Fast and Friendly service we were served plenty of food but not hot enough they need to focus on the food quality Instead of putting too much food on one plate.

Quality
3/5
Service
4/5
Value
3/5
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andewdonovan #99 in Mulgrave VIC 14 Aug 2012 6 reviews · 815 points

Overall Sofia's is o.k for Pizza and Pasta. I really wish they could focus more on quality rather than quantity. For example bolognaise tastes old even though hot. The vegetable don't really have any taste. Overall kids like it- however they could do so much more with the taste and quality by making a few changes to taste.

Quality
3/5
Service
5/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $40

LO
iamagiraffe #1 in Burwood VIC 21 Jul 2012 11 reviews · 1305 points

I have been to Sofia's about once a month for five years. I have never been disappointed! The service is friendly and prompt, and the atmosphere is fast paced and exciting. The portion sizes are very generous - a great restaurant when you want a good feed for a reasonable price. I've had some good times here!

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15

MB
MazB35 #1 in Epping VIC 14 Jul 2012 1055 reviews · 141980 points

went there for a friend's birthday and we had a set menu of pasta and pizza, plenty of food and no one went hungry as the servings were very generous

its not gourmet cuisine, but it was nice enough ... will go back again to this restaurant.

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
4/5
GJ
gabij #111 in Caulfield VIC 12 Jul 2012 3 reviews · 505 points

The food is always very generous and delicious. The atmosphere is chilled but very loud and you feel quite cramped and squashed in. The service can also be a little rushed and the waiters can be a little rude.

But overall, the food is fantastic and very well priced for what you get. And I ended up taking 3/4 of my ENTREE sized pasta home. Yes, it was THAT big!! It gave me lunch and dinner for the next day.

Quality
5/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $20

CW
colinw2 #20 in Bayswater North VIC 31 May 2012 22 reviews · 3725 points

This is the original Sofia's and it has always suffered from a lack of space, even since extending in to the building next door the tables are still close together.. That said food is fantastic would recommend to anyone to try a Sofia's pizza.

Quality
5/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5
LZ
liz373 #71 in Hawthorn East VIC 14 May 2012 46 reviews · 875 points

i really like the risotto and pasta. big proportions, the price could be a bit cheaper though, yummy in my tummy

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $15

JH
jannyh #134 in Hawthorn VIC 14 May 2012 11 reviews · 1745 points

It was very nice with a lot of cheese on the side that you can put on yourself. The proportion is big but the price could be cheaper

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
3/5

Approximate cost: $12

SK
102Reviewer #87 in Balwyn VIC 25 Apr 2012 75 reviews · 6650 points

Part of Camberwell. A big place. Not the best quality food, and the servings are ridiculously massive. The entree is more than two people would be able to eat. I stick to the pizza, and gelati, which is amazing.

Quality
3/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15

YP
yvettep #26 in Parkville VIC 28 Feb 2012 24 reviews · 240 points

The waitstaff were very friendly and welcoming. They had us laughing so hard we were crying. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was great, however definitely order the entree size/small as the meals are stupidly huge. They catered to my food intolerances without any trouble. I was very happy!

Quality
5/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15

JH
jana5 #25 in Rosanna VIC 05 Feb 2012 7 reviews · 200 points

Great service with great food. Really big servings, one serving of lasagna usually satisfies 3 people! Their salads are impressive too. Great value.

Quality
4/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15-20

JL
pink_flamingo6 #96 in Surrey Hills VIC 04 Nov 2011 20 reviews · 240 points

Friendly warm family environment, Pizzas are really good and the desserts and gelati are not brought in like allot of restaurants but made there.

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $16

KS
kims27 #109 in Camberwell VIC 24 Oct 2011 3 reviews · 200 points

The most amazing pizza place every!!! service is fast, and never had a bad meal here!. All the staff are super friendly, and food is reasonably priced.

Quality
5/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $20.00

VL
vivil #132 in Point Cook VIC 17 Feb 2011 3 reviews · 200 points

Love the taste. Good value, big portion. Great service. Love Fritto Misto and of course the ice cream for dessert.

Quality
4/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15

AR
alexandra_R #50 in Toorak VIC 17 Feb 2011 1 review · 200 points

The food quality is really good value - I go here with my girlfriends and order the large pasta, which is enough to feed me for 3-4 meals (I take the rest home). So fantastic value, great service, great atmosphere

Quality
3/5
Service
5/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $15.00

JY
jen2011 #24 in Mont Albert VIC 17 Feb 2011 2 reviews · 200 points

We went there in Dec 2010, had pasta, oyster, salads, pizza, and the food are just amazing as ever. Been there several times and always satisfied. Great pasta, great ice cream and good service. Great for family and friends gathering.

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
4/5

Approximate cost: $25

JH
annieiscute999 #20 in Canterbury VIC 16 Oct 2010 20 reviews · 240 points

Massive servings of fairly ordinary food. Steaks aren't particularly good quality, crumbed calamari was tough. Pizza's are quite good, and grilled salmon was also tasty. Try their icecream dessert - it will be big enough for 3-4 people!

Quality
3/5
Service
4/5
Value
5/5
tangk #1 in Moonee Ponds VIC 03 Oct 2010 308 reviews · 34445 points

Went down for a quick takeaway pasta meal and left with a single serve that serves at least two. Very cheap pricing and food is pretty good.

Quality
4/5
Service
4/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $10.00

SN
estelle #96 in Malvern VIC 28 Sep 2010 45 reviews · 225 points

Really helpful friendly staff .. incredibly large portions, appreciated by the guys! We have been coming here for years to have a bit of family time, food cost is not much higher than at home and our $30-40 gives us breakfast as well for 5! The food is tasty, and you can be selective and get more vegies, also we usually get pastas and one main. We love the place!!

Quality
4/5
Service
3/5
Value
5/5

Approximate cost: $18

VV
VnessV #40 in Greenvale VIC 17 Jul 2010 7 reviews · 600 points

By far the worst restaurant ive ever been to. Food quality was appalling and the atmosphere was crowded and noisy and not an enjoyable dining experience. I do not recommend!

Quality
1/5
Service
1/5
Value
1/5

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