Motto

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Motto

Motto is a cool and contemporary restaurant and bar that serves a fine selection of cocktails. The wood-and-glass veranda, and on summer days the outdoor patio, look inviting for a lunch or an evening drink with pleasant music playing in the background. Their food menu vary daily.

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addressAksakov Street 18, Sofia
phone+359 298 72 723
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