Cafe Sophie

I joined a friend for Breakfast/Brunch.
Wait for an employee to seat you. They will ask if you want a high-top or regular seating. We chose to sit at a regular table, indoors.

From the menu, I have my favorites, but opted to try something different on this visit. I had the Crogel Sandwich. The menu shows the sandwich has smoked salmon, cucumber, cream cheese and capers. This was my first time having a Crogel. The employee shared it is a cross between a croissant and a bagel.

The sandwich is sliced in half when served to you and the texture seems closer to a croissant, with a dabble of a bagel - I like, I like. I must warn you though: even though this Crogel Sandwich was very tasty and quite appetizing, all of the items in the sandwich kept sliding out the other end, so it got a little messy. Not to worry - just ask for extra napkins. I wasn't planning to eat this with utensils, so I found a way to be a little daintier (less mess).
I couldn't resist in getting an apple cider mimosa (yum) - it is a must when you visit (just ask what flavors they have).

I love visiting this spot. Great Service. Great Food. Always.
Visited January 2024.

Sunday 3/3/2024

When DoorDash wasn't letting me place my order I decided to make a call in order for takeout and eveything went smoothly.
I got the pannekaker (cinnamon) $12, Belgian waffles $14, steak n eggs (medium steak & medium eggs) $15, and the French toast special (mixed berries & mixed fruit sauce) $15.

- Pannekaker (cinnamon)
* it's 4 (smaller) pancakes that are layered, sprinkled, and then rolled up with cinnamon sugar (or raspberry preserves if you choose)
* pretty similar to crepes but you can tell that it's a pancake
* a unique and interesting dish that I enjoyed
- Belgian waffles (fav item)
* comes with 2 whole waffles that are soft, moist, and delicious and they also come with whip cream & strawberries to make it even better.
- French toast special (fav item)
* At first I was disappointed with these French toast because they were noticeable undercooked to the point where it was very moist. They became great & delicious after I fully cooked them and added the toppings.
- Steak n eggs (comes with potatoes & toast)
* The meal was solid (everything you'd expect) but the potatos could've been way better with some seasonings.

Overall, I had a pretty good experience at cafe Sophie: prices were fair, food was good, but the only reason I can't give it a 5 star is due to the French toast being noticeable undercooked. With that being said I would definitely recommend and come back for future visits.

Unbeknownst to both of us, my partner and I found ourselves on an airfield looking to find Sophie's Cafe. And that's exactly where it is, nestled amongst small private planes and pilot training and plane repair shops. On the second floor of the building sits a small, but cute little restaurant that is quite popular on Saturdays!

We were seated not long after arrival. As it was busy, it took some time for drink and food orders to be taken. But once taken, orders were processed in a reasonable time.

The food and drink were good, and we look forward to returning to try new things - but the highlight was actually meeting who the restaurant was named for! If you have dog allergies, I suggest you find someplace else to eat, because the star of this place literally makes regular appearances!

This was a really fun and unexpected brunch adventure, and I can't wait for the next one!

When we first arrived, I was quite skeptical. Located upstairs in a building at the airport, I was sure I had made a mistake. Cafe Sophie turned out to be a gem. We got there in time for breakfast. Hubby had eggs Benedict on a homemade English muffin. The side potatoes were crispy and yummy. I opted for a lunch baguette. Everything was fresh and tasty. Our waiter was attentive and funny. I think my mimosa might have helped me appreciate his sense of humor even more! The manager was on site and very friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will go back some weekend to meet the restaurant's namesake, Sophie the golden doodle and to try some of the Scandinavian specialties.

This place is so homey and so lovely on the inside. & on the outside, well you get to watch the planes take off, which is a cool little view. The owners walk around, speak to everyone, and make sure everyone is doing well. The food is delish. & they have items you can purchase from other countries. I might just become a regular there.

I visited here on a Sunday morning with a party of 4. We were seated within 10 minutes of arrival and decided to do patio seating. The restaurant inside and out is very clean, orderly and has great ambiance. It's located in the local airport so the added bonus of planes taking off makes it all worth it. The service was a bit slow but great when we had it. The food was good but it lacked a little flavor. Overall, I will come back!

Pro tip:
Walk into the airport and take the stairs up. The restaurant will be located at the door on the far left at the top of the stairs.

The patio seating will get noisy during takeoff but subsides once they go airborne.

Lunch with a view!

My mom and I had brunch on Saturday. We dined at a high top by the window and could see planes coming and going at the Gaithersburg Airpark.

I had the Pannekaker with raspberry jam with a fried egg. My mom had the croque monsieur with side salad. The portion was very large! We enjoyed $7 mimosas.


The staff was friendly and ensured we enjoyed our meals. Restaurant is located up a flight of stairs. Bathroom located on the lower level. They also had a deck for outdoor dining but the weather was too humid for us to do that.

4.5 stars. Friendly service, popular on weekend mornings, strong iced tea, FANTASTIC bacon (big thick slices that have been fully cooked). I was a tad disappointed with the pannekaker but that's more on me for not knowing exactly what to expect--I found them to be a bit dry.

Great place for breakfast and plane watching . Everything is homemade and wonderful tasting. You will have many choices and new things to try. We will be back - thank you for the excellent visit!

I love dogs and in particular, golden doodles, in fact I own one. So, when I discovered a cafe named after a golden doodle, my cup runneth over.

Sophie, is the inspiration for this Scandinavian food Cafe. She is adorable and we got the chance to meet her. She is a real sweetheart!

The food was fabulous too. I ordered the panakaker, which is Norwegian pancakes filled with jam and topped with powdered sugar and blueberries. They were every bit as good, as they sound. Light, fluffy, and delicious. I also ordered sunny side eggs and bacon.

That was the best bacon I have ever been served, at any restaurant. It was cooked perfectly. The bacon was crisp and meaty. Yum! My eggs were prepared fabulously too.

The servers were pleasant, but a little slow. No problem, I enjoyed catching up with my friend and playing with Sophie.

The owner, Tom, was a delight. He is so friendly and talks to each of the guests. Now, that is hospitality!

We also ordered the 1/2 price mimosas,which were outstanding. A delicious treat for a brunch morning.

I would love to come back when the planes are flying. Cafe Sophie is located, literally right next to the airfield in Gaithersburg.

Excellent food, friendly service, and an adorable Sophie to greet you, I will definitely be back soon.