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highly-anticipated addition to the Englewood restaurant scene, Owner Eddy Sujak's vision has finally come to life. Named after his daughter Sofia, his newest restaurant underwent a grueling two- year renovation in order to transform the site of its predecessor, Smoke Chophouse. Built with an open-air concept and lofty design, Sofia has a chic and modern interior to match its upscale surroundings. Serving Italian- inspired cuisine and high-end cuts of meat, Sofia sets itself apart not only as one of the top Italian-Steakhouses in Bergen County, but as one of the few locations in New Jersey with an indoor smoking permit, allowing them to house a cigar lounge fit with a state-of-the-art ventilation and filtration system. The two-story space is split between a dining area and downstairs smokers lounge, each with their own vibe. Upstairs, floor-to-ceiling windows flood the restaurant with light, while dark wood furniture and accents lend a sophisticated touch. Further back is the garden room, an elegant indoor- outdoor space where vines drape from the ceiling and hanging plants dangle from the walls. The garden room also has a transparent retractable roof that allows for a unique dining experience year-round. Downstairs, the lights are dim, and premium storage lockers line the hallway. A built-in amenity for patrons, these lockers are filled with an array of wines, whiskeys, and bourbons, and can be used for cigar storage. The lounge itself has an old school vintage flare with its own separate bar and intimate 40-person seating area. VUE ON DINING V U E N J . C O M 83

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