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    Sophia's A Brunch Counter

    4.3 (204 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Egg sandwich
    Mike L.

    Swung by on a Wednesday morning around 11am and it was consistently busy! Good sign obviously. Cute place with retro-ish vibe. Limited seating inside, but plenty of additional seating outside if you're willing to fight the AZ heat. They do have evap coolers running to help though. Quickly glanced over the menu while in line and settled on the French toast, egg sandwich, and the quiche. My stand out favorites were the French toast and the quiche. Undeniably delicious! The tater tots that came with the egg sandwich were as close to crispy perfection as you can get in my opinion. We gobbled them up way too quickly. Outstanding food and service! Couple of influencers were there filming and interviewing staff as well. Noticed that staff were so accommodating to them. Much respect to this establishment.

    Egg sandwich
    Gwyneth N.

    SOPHIA'S A BRUNCH CORNER @ MIDTOWN The egg sandwich was very filling and the salad was refreshing. There is a decent amount of outdoor seating but not much indoor. The place was very cute with many people going for brunch photos. Overall 4/5

    Breakfast sammy
    Nicki M.

    This place has gone viral but for good reason. My friend and I came here early to beat the line, around 9:00 on a Sunday. Only a few people in line, so less than 10 minutes waiting. We ordered a couple coffees, then split the egg sandwich and french toast. Looking around, a lot of people had the same idea haha. The milk bread used is light, airy, and has a nice crisp on the outside. The sandwich itself was so good but messy to split. A good messy though. French toast was the star. I don't think I could come back and not order it. I'm not even a fan of french toast typically so that in itself says enough. It's stuffed with the perfect amount of dulche de leche and every bite was fantastic. Even though this is counter order then sit down, all the workers were attentive and friendly.

    French toast, coffee cake, egg sandwich, iced tea
    Olivia Z.

    I don't even know where to start!! Service: amazing. Decor: beautiful. Food: bussilicious. We came at peak brunch time around 10:15 on a Saturday and there was a sizable line but it moved quickly and we ordered within 15 minutes. The food came out so quickly (like literally within 10 minutes of ordering) and there was a person directing us to a table after we ordered so weren't awkwardly waiting for people to leave. Now onto the food. Everyone raves about the french toast and I can see why. We expected it to be good but it was so moist, fluffy, and buttery that we ate the whole thing up. There was a slight saltiness and crisp got hr edges that just made it perfect. It is definitely super sweet and a treat though so it can be shared. The egg sandwich was also good but not much different from breakfast sandwiches we could get anywhere else. We just really liked the milk bread they used. The tater tots were awesome though. Perfectly crispy and salted. The coffee cake was good but could honestly be skipped. It was slightly dry at the edges and I wish the crumble on top was thicker. My friend also really liked her iced tea and said it was the perfect sweetness though. Overall, I would definitely be back!! I really want to try the corn waffle and crustless quiche next time :p Rating French toast: 5/5 Egg sandwich: 4.5/5 Tater tots: 5/5 Coffee cake: 4/5 Iced tea: 5/5

    Pastries
    Michelle C.

    This brunch spot is a must try in the valley. From the moment you walk in the restaurant it produces a fun and upscale vibe. The interior was very clean and so well decorated. Their patio area is huge and well shaded. They had an ample amount of parking for downtown. The customer service was outstanding for a restaurant where you order at the counter. I loved their rotating drink menu in addition to their regular drink menu. I got the waffle, bacon, and the strawberry matcha special. The waffle was delicious and well presented on the plate. I loved the The bacon was tasty. The matcha drink was also great. The blue corn waffle was well made and a large portion.i loved the honey butter with Chile. It was a sweet and savory dish. The service was fast and they did not rush customers despite the line. The music was good but not overly loud. I look forward to my next visit.

    Order then Sit
    Armando S.

    Sophia's is absolutely worth the visit, but here's one piece of advice: arrive early! This place is incredibly popular, and if you show up later in the day, be prepared to stand in a long line under the blazing Arizona sun. The wait is worth it, though. If you're ordering, do yourself a favor and choose anything that includes the stuffed milk bread. It's soft, pillowy, and the perfect complement to the rest of the menu, making every bite even more memorable. Plan ahead, beat the crowds, and you'll be rewarded with a fantastic meal without the extra time in the heat. Sophia's has earned its popularity for a reason--I just recommend getting there early so you can spend more time enjoying the food than waiting for it!

    The Valley Latte & Strawberry Fields Matcha
    Pamela L.

    I was hesitant to make this my first meal upon landing in Phoenix. Many reviewers mentioned how packed this place can get but since I was landing hella early I figure we could beat the crowd. We got lucky, line was not too long. This place operates like Urth Caffé in L.A. Order at the counter, then you will be given a number stand, one of the staff members will seat you. You cannot have one of your party go grab a table. I asked to be seated outside. Even with the 105 heat, there are these strong fans with mist. You will not sweat. Here is what we ordered: - The Valley Latte - Strawberry Fields Matcha (don't know what they do to this Matcha drink, but it was insanely good. It tastes so different from all the other strawberry matchas I've ever had. Call me crazy but it kind of reminds me of tofu but in a good way). Lol. - French Toast (I felt so guilty but it was worth every bite. Inside is filled with Dulce Le Leche. Need I say more?). - Breakfast Fried Rice (love the avocado and fried egg. Warning, it has quite a kick to it). I am so coming back again the next time I visit my son. Parking is nuts, good luck. Entire staff is incredibly friendly! Opened since December 2025.

    Ava G.

    SO DELICIOUS BUT CRAZY! This place is so cute! However, even on a weekday the place is packed with a line to the sidewalk outside. It is hard for staff and customers to navigate around the restaurant. Staff seemed confused bringing food and drinks out, not sure where to go. One of my items got forgotten. However, everything was absolutely delicious. The breakfast burrito was dripping in chorizo flavor. The tater tots were perfectly crisp, with a delicious spicy aoli. The French toast with tres leches was to die for! And amazing aesthetic presentation too. My latte was strong yet sweet. The only negative food wise was my friends avocado was hard. All in all, I had a good time but it's way too crazy inside to enjoy it and for me to rush back here soon.

    Frittata
    Taylor R.

    A very yummy brunch spot! It was very busy when we were there, and unfortunately it was also summer time! They have swamp coolers on the patio that help a little bit but it would have been nicer to sit inside. The food is fantastic and the staff is very quick to clean the area for the next round of guests! Will be back once it cools off to hang on the patio.

    The design inside
    Sami M.

    Tasty spot to meet with friends. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. More pricey than a standard cafe but with it being a "cafe meets restaurant" vibe that checks out. The inside is beautiful to say the least. Would recommend if you're in PHX Limited parking at the building but possible

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    Liza M.

    This location came recommended. While it was super cute in there, I wasn't completely impressed. I paid $14 for a corn waffle with red chili butter. There was nothing special about it and I felt it was over priced. Service was quite good. The young man was on it the entire time. Filling water, cleaning up plates, etc. I've been, but won't go back.

    Lysette ..

    Looking for a fun brunch spot with the girls or even a mid morning date I highly recommend checking out Sophia's the food was delightful and delicious, but the coffee was by far my favorite. Service was amazing our cashier gave us great recommendations on what to try.

    Cereal matcha
    Alex R.

    Overhyped? Not really, this place a was actually really good! I see why the line is always pouring out on to the street every weekend. 30 minute wait in line is somewhat worth it when we finally sat down and had an interesting and tasty breakfast. I like the service here, friendly plus once we put in our order, they make sure we have a place to sit which was probably the most satisfying part of the whole experience. Cube of French Toast with a pleasant surprise in the center was paired with a breakfast cereal match drink. Both were delicious. Worth going back to see if everything else is this good.

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    7 months ago

    Breakfast, coffee, and service were exceptional. We especially enjoy the relaxing outdoor seating.

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    Loved Sophia's brunch!! Staff and service was great and really enjoyed the breakfast sandwich and hash browns!

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    3 months ago

    Get there early or plan to wait. It's a great little spot with lively vibe and great food. Parking is limited.

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    No complaints. The food is good. Definitely try the fried rice. The place is beautiful.

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    6 months ago

    Fabulous food and great service. I highly recommend this gem. It feels like a comfy neighborhood restaurant with great vibe

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    The ambiance has a chic vibe and the food was delicious. Visiting from out of state, otherwise, we'd be back in a heartbeat.

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    It was really busy, line was long but the girls working helped it move fast. Food was really good!

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    Hello! How is the parking here? Easy to find? Is there a free parking lot? Paid side streets? TIA :)

    I have only been there once. It's free parking but the parking was limited. We were able to find a spot right away. It was easy to find. I didn't notice meters on the side streets.

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