I lived a block away for 4 years and visited the place twice I believe, once for take out and the other intending to eat there, which is saying something as I like to frequent my neighborhood places. Food is decent, had a nice waffle. But Madison has a lot of excellent breakfast/brunch places (Lazy Janes, Manna are within biking distance and come immediately to mind) that might be a slight headache to get a table at but are nowhere near as much trouble as Sophias. My wife and 'Is verdict were the same, fine food but so very not worth the hassle.