Modern Greek cuisine with a signature touch

Kuzina by Stefanos Stamidis

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Kuzina by Stefanos Stamidis is a place for a true dining experience.
For people who value food, atmosphere and closeness.
Not for noisy celebrations.
But for shared tables, conversations and taste – just like in the Mediterranean.

Our Philosophy

At Kuzina we believe that:
• good food doesn't need noise
• coziness comes from closeness
• style is in the detail
• the best evenings happen naturally

Kuzina by Stefanos Stamidis – modern Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, where every dish tells its own story.

The Concept

At Kuzina, tables are placed next to each other – deliberately and with purpose.
This creates an authentic Mediterranean feeling of:
• warmth and natural closeness
• a lively yet calm atmosphere
• casual and elegant dining experience

Here, food is the center, and the space complements it.

The Space

The interior is modern, cozy and restrained, inspired by the Mediterranean:
• warm earthy tones
• natural materials
• refined details without excessive showiness

Kuzina is not a stage.
It is a place for presence and shared moments.

The Signature

Kuzina has a face and philosophy.
There is no mass-produced food or compromises here.

We cook for people who recognize authenticity in taste,
appreciate quality in detail,
expect consistency in style
and seek a personal culinary signature in every dish.

Head Chef

Stefanos Stamidis

The Cuisine

Our menu is entirely signature.
Inspired by Greek and Mediterranean tradition, interpreted with a contemporary culinary approach:
• familiar flavors presented in a new way
• clean products and balanced combinations
• clearly expressed style and identity

Every dish on the menu has its own story, origin and authenticity.
It is created through the personal vision, experience and signature approach of chef Stefanos Stamidis.

Every recipe carries meaning.
Nothing is accidental.

by Stefanos Stamidis

A Glimpse of Kuzina

Reviews

Here's what some clients say

Daniela Ruzzarin

Google Review

Meal type: Dinner Price per person: BGN 20–30 Noise level: Moderate noise

One of our best dinners in Sofia. We had to make a reservation to have our spot but we could do it for the following night. It’s like a twist to a normal Greek food you would have in other restaurants. The place is lovely and we were treated very well. The only downside is that they didn’t have a lot of vegetarian options in the main dishes.

Vegetarian options: They had some starters but only one main dish
Dietary restrictions: not the best place to have restrictions, but they can accommodate
Parking space: Not sure
Parking options: Parking is unavailable
Kid-friendliness: We didn’t see kids in the restaurant
Wheelchair accessibility: Somewhat difficult to enter, but it can be manageable

Food: 5

Service: 4

Atmosphere: 5

Kuzina:

Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words! We’re delighted that you enjoyed your dinner, the atmosphere, and the contemporary take on Greek cuisine. Your feedback regarding vegetarian options is much appreciated.

It will be our pleasure to welcome you again soon!
The Kuzina Team

Dani Ivanova

It was our first there and we tried large portion of the menu, which was relatively big. All of the dishes were very well seasoned and presented an interesting representation of the traditional Greek salads and appetisers. The main courses were not small, but just enough. The dessert we tried was also a very successful interpretation of bougatsa.

The sitting area was really hot, even though we were in the outside part.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

Kuzina:

Thank you, Dani, for the kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cuisine and the overall experience. Your feedback inspires us to continue providing excellent service and consistently delicious offerings from Greek cuisine, reimagined through the modern perspective of our head chef Stefanos.

We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Best regards,
The Kuzina Team

Tsvetomira Pavlova

Meal type: Dinner Price per person: BGN 80–90

If you're looking for a great restaurant in Sofia, look no further than Kuzina Modern Greek Restaurant. My friends and I had a wonderful experience there this past Saturday and we were so impressed. The food was simply incredible—so many delicious flavors, and everything was cooked perfectly. The service was equally amazing. Our waiter was super friendly and made us feel so welcome. The vibe of the restaurant is really nice and cozy. It's the kind of place you want to tell everyone about. Definitely putting this one on my list of favorites in Sofia!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

George Alexandrov

Meal type: Dinner Price per person: BGN 90–100

Posh atmosphere, great food and service. We had the wild fish, calamari and octopus. They were all perfectly done, unlike some other places with the latter two items. The place is great for a date or friendns dinner out.

Food: 5

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

Toni Hadjiiska

Meal type: Dinner Reservation: Reservations recommended

Amazing restaurant, very professional staff, it made us feel so comfortable! The food is very delicious, especially the octopus, the fish soup and the desserts! Thank you!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

Kuzina:

Thank you, Toni, for the kind words! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cuisine and the overall experience. Your feedback inspires us to continue providing excellent service and consistently delicious offerings from Greek cuisine, reimagined through the modern perspective of our head chef Stefanos. With years of experience in some of the best restaurants in Greece as well as prestigious restaurants in Italy, we strive to bring you the best.

We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Best regards,
The Kuzina Team

Ivan Hantov

Meal type: Dinner Price per person: BGN 40–50 Reservation: Reservations recommended Seating: Indoor dining area, Outdoor patio / terrace

Visited Kuzina for a family dinner on 08/31.

This restaurant had the best food and service I’ve experienced in a while, and this was the opinion of all 4 generations :)

Strongly recommend the twice baked potatoes and the Greek salad, they’re just sublime. This place is now going to be a staple of our visits to Sofia!

Food: 5

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 5

Boyan Georgiev

Price: BGN 60-70 Parking: Difficult Noise: Very loud

The place is nice, service is great, but there are some problems that really kinda break the deal for me:

There is just not enough space - all tables are too close to each other and you can hear every conversation except your own. You have to sit packed next to each other even on your own table and it is just too annoying - there is NO space.

Food tastes good, but it really isn't anything special if you have tried food from a semi-good greek restaurant ever before, portions are SUPER small, so if you're hungry, you better order 2 or 3 times what you originally wanted to order and almost everything costs a fortune.

Not really the best place.

Food: 3

Service: 5

Atmosphere: 2

Kuzina:

Dear Boyan,

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We're glad to hear you appreciated the food taste and the service — that's always encouraging for our team.

Regarding the space and table layout: our interior and seating arrangement are clearly visible across multiple channels — on our website, Google profile, and other platforms we use. We believe transparency is important, so guests can see exactly what to expect before visiting. Kuzina is an urban, contemporary restaurant, designed to create a lively, social environment rather than a secluded dining room with wide spacing between tables. We understand this style may not suit everyone, but it is very much a conscious choice rather than an oversight. We've been to many places in Greece, Italy, France and we can assure you it is not something bothering for the European restaurant scene.

As for the food, we fully respect that taste is subjective. That said, when referencing "a semi-good Greek restaurant, we're curious what benchmark you're using. Greek cuisine ranges from simple tavern dishes to modern, chef-driven interpretations using premium products and refined techniques. Our concept belongs firmly to the latter, focusing on balance, quality, and progression rather than large, filling portions.

Portion size and pricing are directly linked to the quality of ingredients and craftsmanship involved. Many of the products we use are imported directly from Greece and are not commonly available on the local market. For guests whose priority is quantity over detail and sourcing, there are certainly other venues in Sofia that cater better to that expectation.

We appreciate your visit and your perspective. Kuzina may not be the perfect fit for every guest —and that's perfectly fine As Oscar Wilde once observed, people often know the price of everything but not always the value. We remain confident in the experience we offer to those who recognise and appreciate our approach.

Warm regards,
The Kuzina Team

Desislava Gianari

Group size: 3-4 people Meal type: Dinner Noise: Loud, but you can still talk

The food is from a supermarket, nothing special! As a person who has lived in Greece for many years, I was extremely disappointed with the experience. Ordered pasta with seafood, when asked for Parmesan the waiter said that here is a "Greek restaurant" joke on them, in Greece every pasta is served with Parmesan/Graviera!!! And the most important, he charged me 5leva for the Parmesan, I mean are they for real? Please at least make up you attitude!

Food: 2

Service: 1

Atmosphere: 3

Kuzina:

Dear Desislava,

We can only assume you must be very familiar with supermarket food — and we don't argue with that. Everyone has their own comfort zone. In Greece you'll find many excellent supermarket chains, including Masoutis, where you can buy packaged seafood, dried pasta, and pre-grated Parmesan, and mix them together however you like at home. That is absolutely your choice.

At Kuzina, however, we respect the principles of authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Just as in Italy no café will serve you a cappuccino in the afternoon —because culture and tradition matter — we also will not serve Parmesan with seafood. This isn't stubbornness, it's culinary integrity.

In the Mediterranean, the sea itself is sacred. Writers from Homer to Lawrence Durrell have reminded us that the taste of the sea must be celebrated, not covered As the French gastronome Brillat-Savarin once said, "Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you who you are." If what you want is to mask the flavor of fresh seafood with cheese, then perhaps you are not looking for the essence of the Aegean, but simply for convenience.

Our seafood pasta is crafted with respect — letting the flavours of the sea speak for themselves. For guests who enjoy cheese, we proudly offer authentic Greek Graviera, a long-aged, complex product that complements but never dominates.

Supermarket lovers can always mix whatever ingredients they like at home. But in Kuzina, we stand by the traditions of the Mediterranean table, and that means letting the sea shine on the plate.

And with that — we wish you a pleasant shopping experience in the supermarkets.

Warm regards,
The Kuzina Team

Kuzina by Stefanos Stamidis

Our Philosophy

The Concept

The Space

The Signature

Stefanos Stamidis

The Cuisine

A Symphony of Flavors

Salads

Seafood

Meats

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Here's what some clients say

Daniela Ruzzarin

Dani Ivanova

Tsvetomira Pavlova

George Alexandrov

Toni Hadjiiska

Ivan Hantov

Boyan Georgiev

Desislava Gianari

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