Kuzina в София

Kuzina absolutely blew us away. Anyone expecting classic, "standard Greek" cuisine will be surprised: Here, traditional Greek cooking is interpreted in a futuristic modern, creative way, demonstrating the highest level of craftsmanship. We sampled several dishes, and each one was a visual and culinary highlight: The salad and the various dips were incredibly fresh. We were particularly impressed by the texture and the delicate balance of flavors – you can taste the quality of the olive oils and herbs. The ceviche with radishes and dill was an explosion of flavor – pure, fresh, and perfectly acidic. Even side dishes like the colorful cauliflower and carrots were cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. An absolute work of art was the dessert. A chocolate creation with nuts and edible flowers was almost too beautiful to eat, but the flavor was the perfect ending. The ambiance is simply wonderful – a blend of rustic elements (like the exposed brick walls) and modern, stylish design with gorgeous terracotta accents. The illuminated niches with their clay jugs give the restaurant a very special, warm atmosphere. The service was attentive, warm, and highly professional. Kuzina is without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Sofia for anyone who wants to enjoy fine dining in a relaxed, aesthetically pleasing setting.

I loved the atmosphere, it is so cozy and nice inside. The service was also great; everyone was smiling and polite. Then the food…the zucchini balls were very oily and not that great in general. The version of musaka was also fried, and I was eating a fried mass of food, so it was hard to really taste anything. Portions looked very good but were rather small and not so tasty. The unfiltered Greek beer was very good.

I had to repeat! I tried the Giouvetsi and it was so tender and tasty, then I had the Baklava which is probably the best one I’ve ever had. Next day I came for lunch and had the pork cheeks prassoselino and they were amazing, although lighter in quantity so if you’re very hungry you could compliment with a side dish (while the Giouvetsi was enough by itself even when hungry). Then I had to order the amazing baklava again. I’ll certainly come again if I’m back in Sofia. 100% recommended.

A gourmet-like restaurant, not a taverna, but still has everything hellenik in it. Most portions are big enough and the taste is top. They also have my favourite tsipuro dekaraki and my favourite dish - kolokitokeftedes. Not for an everyday visit but for a rather exquisite greek dining experience. The sweet dzadziki dessert is top 🔝🔝🔝

Very good atmosphere, unlike the food. The cuisine is more of a Greek fusion but definitely not traditional Greek. Every meal lacks herbs and spices of any kind. The overall impression was absolutely tasteless. We ordered pasta which came overcooked with no taste at all. The chicken souvlaki was just grilled meat without spices. The oven potatoes were dry, unsalted, not pilled, not mixed with herbs not even olive oil. The “special pita bread” was as basic as it can get. No olive oil, no oregano!! Just pure Lidl quality round pita bread. The salt we asked for came in a small bow with large grains. As you can imagine when you put large grains of salt on food it just spills everywhere and the food remains unsalted.. The idea of the restaurant is good but when you’re paying on average 18€ per meal you expect top quality and taste. At some point we were considering to just go and eat a burger at the corner of the restaurant just to feel something in our mouths. And before the owners start arguing, we’ve been to Greek restaurants in every country in Europe so this place definitely deserves the criticism. Take notes and improve.