In September, Ryan Witkowski—owner of Stadium Grill in Abacoa and Blue Pointe Bar and Grill in Tequesta—expanded his portfolio to Hobe Sound with the opening of Sophia’s . Located in the former space of Kork (and then DelBar), Sophia’s offers “contemporary American cuisine with high-end flair,” says executive director Robyn Pizzichiello, and is named for Witkowski’s youngest daughter.
The restaurant is designed to be a place where families feel at home, like they’re sitting in their own backyard with family and friends enjoying a good meal, says Pizzi-chiello. The outdoor space was fitted with a tiki hut to shade the seating area and a stage for live music. Inside, the preexisting wine cellar was removed to create space for a private room with a 65-inch television that can accommodate a party of 20 for special occasions. There are a total of three spaces that can be reserved for private parties, all named for Witkowki’s other children—Brooks’ Boardroom, Harper’s Terrace, and Charlotte’s Courtyard.