Sofi Restaurant

4.8

1665 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Born in Milan to a renowned restaurant family, Chef/Owner Maurizio Michi has always had a passion for cooking.
This Northern Italian Restaurant features classics that include, Ossobuco alla Milanese, Braised Short Ribs of Beef, Veal Chop Emiliana, Fish Stew Viareggina, along with Steaks, Lamb Chops and grilled Sea Bass Branzino all of which are executed to perfection under his watchful eye.
Sofi also offers authentic Italian pastas that are prepared in house daily with the freshest ingredients in the market.
Bread, Focaccia and all of our desserts are also prepared daily.
some examples of the desserts include Panna Cotta, Chocolate Souffle, TiramiSu and Ricotta cheese cake.
The wine list is comprised mainly of wine from Italian vineyards with some California exceptions.
Hospitable and Welcoming, Sofi creates the perfect Italian Restaurant experience.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(312) 753-5502
Website
http://www.sofichicago.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Maurizio Michi
Private party facilities
The space features 60 seats with a front patio that holds 30. This is Michi's first solo restaurant in Chicago, although he's a vet that was literally born in a kitchen in Italy. He owned a restaurant in New York City for five years before moving to Chicago.

Location
616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60605
Area
South Loop
Cross Street
Harrison and Polk
Parking details
In addition to street parking, there is a parking lot directly across the street. Ample parking options.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Grilled Baby Octopus*US$18.00
over Yukon Gold potato mold - Pesto relish
Seared Sea Scallops*US$18.00
wrapped in pancetta - leeks - lobster bisque
Mussels Livornese*US$18.00
p.e.i in zesty tomato - capers - garlic - croutons
PolpettineUS$16.00
veal / pork meat balls in zesty tomato sauce - parmesan
Carciofi TegameUS$14.00
baked artichokes - Yukon potatoes - fontina fondue
Grilled ScamorzaUS$18.00
smoked mozzarella - smoked imported speck prosciutto
Fritto Mare*US$21.00
deep fried calamari & shrimp - lemon wedge - marinara sauce
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$12.00
mozzarella - basil - tomato - parmesan
Tuscan SausageUS$14.00
mild grilled sausage - sautéed broccoli rapa
Prime Beef Carpaccio*US$22.00
grana - horseradish relish - arugula
Fava BeansUS$14.00
shelled fresh fava beans - truffled pecorino cheese - e..v.o.
Red Beets TartareUS$12.00
endive leaves - Italian vinaigrette - parsley
Tuna Carpaccio*US$16.00
raw peppered tuna - fennel julienne - red radishes wasabi
Prosciutto MeloneUS$18.00
imported Parma prosciutto - cantaloupe melon
BurrataUS$18.00
soft mozzarella - roasted bell peppers - prosciutto
CapreseUS$14.00
fior di latte mozzarella - grape tomatoes - kalamata olives - e.v.o. - basil

Cheeses & Cold Cuts

Cheese PlatterUS$26.00
chef's assortment with Dry fruits - berries - honey - croutons
Misto SalumiUS$28.00
cold cuts assortment - w/ Dry figs - berries - pecorino - croutons

Salads

TropicaleUS$14.00
avocados - endive - radicchio - Grana padano - basill - hearts of palm
ToscanellaUS$12.00
mix greens - red onions - red radishes - cannellini beans - grape tomatoes
Mista FrescaUS$10.00
mix greens - onions - grape tomatoes - Italian vinaigrette
RucolaUS$10.00
arugula - grana padano - vinaigrette

Add Ons

Meat Balls or SausageUS$12.00
Shrimp or Chicken BreastUS$14.00

Bread & Focacce

Bruschetta ClassicaUS$9.00
Focaccina RosmarinoUS$9.00
- With ProsciuttoUS$18.00

Risotti

Riso Mare*US$42.00
shellfish and seafood in white wine - garlic - parsley
Riso MonzeseUS$26.00
with saffron - sweet and spicy sausage ragout
Riso Taleggio AsparagiUS$26.00
taleggio cheese - asparagus - braised leeks

Pasta

Ricotta Spinach Large RavioliUS$28.00
melted butter, sage, parmesan
Ravioli PasticciatiUS$28.00
veal ravioli in a creamy meat bolognese ragout
Spaghetti Vongole*US$36.00
baby clams in the shell - white wine - garlic - parsley
Lobster RavioliUS$32.00
Maine lobster meat - lobster bisque - chives
Trofie Genovese US$28.00
fresh pasta with pesto and diced potatoes
Gnocchi Sugo Di Brasato US$29.00
Yukon gold potato dumplings - short ribs ragout
Penne FilantiUS$26.00
mozzarella tomato sauce and a touch of cream, parmesan
Rigatoni "Sofi"US$26.00
double smoked bacon - sage - garlic - creamy pink sauce
Paccheri del PastoreUS$26.00
sausage - saffron - fava beans -pecorino
Tagliatelle BologneseUS$26.00
noodles - classic meat sauce - parmigiano
Pappardelle Cinghiale US$29.00
large noodles - wild boar stew - pecorino
Orecchiette PugliesiUS$26.00
little ears pasta - sausage - rappini - oil - garlic
Spaghetti Pescatora*US$39.00
shellfish - seafood - tomatoes - garlic - parsley-w/ wine

Main Courses

Steaks & Chops

Peppercorn Sauce or Bernaise Sauce $4

Lamb Chops Scottadito*US$48.00
15 oz grilled - garlic - rosemary -sautéed rapini
Filet Mignon "Antica"*US$58.00
8 oz beef tenderloin - sliced - garlic - rosemary
Arista FiorentinaUS$42.00
14 oz pork chop - roasted au jus - beans uccelletto
Veal Chop "Alpina"US$62.00
16 oz milk fed - roasted on the bone - -porcini mushrooms
Prime NY Strip*US$72.00
grilled 18 oz boneless prime new york steak

Specials

Saltimbocca RomanaUS$39.00
pork loin scaloppini - marsala - prosciutto - sage - fries
Ossobuco alla MilaneseUS$52.00
braised veal shank - classic saffron risotto
Short Ribs StracottoUS$42.00
braised 12 oz boneless - barolo wine sauce - polenta
Chicken "Emiliana"US$39.00
12 oz pounded - breaded breast - fontina - ham cotto- sage - fries
Veal MilaneseUS$42.00
breaded scaloppini - arugula - diced tomatoes - Tuscan fries

Fish

Mediterranean Branzino*US$48.00
1.5 lbs whole sea bass - roasted on the bone
Peppered Tuna Steak*US$39.00
rare - fennel julienne - tomatoes - wasabi sauce
Cod Livornese US$36.00
in zesty tomato sauce onions - yellow corn polenta
Salmone "Provenzale"*US$39.00
grill salmon - artichokes - herbs Provence - olives
Zuppa ViaregginaUS$42.00
fish stew in zesty tomato broth - garlic croutons

Sides

Beans UccellettoUS$10.00
tomato - garlic
RapiniUS$12.00
olive oil and garlic
Asparagus ParmigianaUS$14.00
Grilled VeggiesUS$18.00
balsamic glze
Sautéed SpinachUS$12.00
oil and garlic
PastaUS$12.00
Alfredo - marinara - Oil & garlic
Potato GratinUS$12.00
Tuscan FriesUS$10.00

What 1,665 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Sofi Restaurant is a standout Italian dining experience in Chicago, beloved for its "best Italian food" and "outstanding service." Enjoy authentic dishes like homemade pastas, succulent fish stew, and delightful desserts. The charming ambiance, including outdoor seating, and welcoming staff make it a "true gem" worth visiting again.

1,665 Reviews

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Stacy
VIP
Chicago
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delightful dining experience, particularly the superlative server Sylvan and the delicious salmon, beets, and semifreddo.
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Debbie
VIP
Chicago
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We found all the food bland. Each dish was mediocre at best They were packed, though, so we suppose there are plenty who like dull flavourless food.
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Joe
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was good and came out timely. The service checks on you periodically, they aren’t by constantly if some are looking for that. There was a lull where I could have used a drink refill but otherwise no complaints at all. The atmosphere is a little quiet and older feel but that’s fine.
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Joe
VIP
Chicago
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Really great authentic Italian food. Professional and friendly service. Repeat customers and we will be back soon.
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Sari
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, service and ambiance. It was my first visit (definitely not the last!) but I heard nearby tables gathering and so many seemed to be regular patrons. I'm so happy I chose this restaurant, and would highly encourage others to do the same! Five star experience!!
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Alison
Chicago
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location, good food and superb service. We started with the Wagyu beef appetizer, had the lobster ravioli and asparagus risotto. Ended with two sherbets - pomegranite and peach which were astoundingly fresh and tasty. Great experiecne.
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Sunni
Chicago
32 reviews
3.0
32 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our service was really good. Very attentive. A little too attentive until the restaurant started to fill up. My first time there. Lots of little kids. I was surprised by that. It didn’t bother me, but definitely not a quiet romantic spot on a Friday night if that’s what you want. I had the octopus which was cooked well and had good flavor, but was quite gritty. My two adult daughters had pasta dishes. Neither were impressed. The “baby ears” pasta had zero flavor. The rigatoni Sofi was okay. It had bacon in it and the flavor overpowered anything else. We went there bc we had tickets at Chicago Auditorium and it was a great location for a quick walk to the theatre. Unfortunately not wowed enough to return to Sofi.
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Jennifer
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The veal ravioli was specular! Great service - a hidden gem!
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Valerie
Des Moines
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious pistachio martini, baby octopus, lamb shank, lobster ravioli! Generous portions. Highly recommend!
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HomeBaseChicago
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We adore this little gem of a restaurant with deliciously fresh and creative options from starters through pasta, salads, mains and dessert. Traditional selections executed beautifully. Nice wine list and engaging service staff. They have a very nice patio for the warmer months and an inviting and cozy dining room - small but not crowded.
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FAQs

Sofi Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 753-5502.

Sofi Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 1665 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

18 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60605

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Harrison and Polk
Area
South Loop
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
In addition to street parking, there is a parking lot directly across the street. Ample parking options.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Maurizio Michi
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.sofichicago.com/
Phone number
(312) 753-5502
Private party facilities
The space features 60 seats with a front patio that holds 30. This is Michi's first solo restaurant in Chicago, although he's a vet that was literally born in a kitchen in Italy. He owned a restaurant in New York City for five years before moving to Chicago.

Sofi Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Lobster Ravioli

Spaghetti Vongole

Spaghetti Pescatora

Starters

Grilled Baby Octopus*US$18.00

Seared Sea Scallops*US$18.00

Mussels Livornese*US$18.00

PolpettineUS$16.00

Carciofi TegameUS$14.00

Grilled ScamorzaUS$18.00

Fritto Mare*US$21.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$12.00

Tuscan SausageUS$14.00

Prime Beef Carpaccio*US$22.00

Fava BeansUS$14.00

Red Beets TartareUS$12.00

Tuna Carpaccio*US$16.00

Prosciutto MeloneUS$18.00

BurrataUS$18.00

CapreseUS$14.00

Cheeses & Cold Cuts

Cheese PlatterUS$26.00

Misto SalumiUS$28.00

Salads

TropicaleUS$14.00

ToscanellaUS$12.00

Mista FrescaUS$10.00

RucolaUS$10.00

Add Ons

Meat Balls or SausageUS$12.00

Shrimp or Chicken BreastUS$14.00

Bread & Focacce

Bruschetta ClassicaUS$9.00

Focaccina RosmarinoUS$9.00

Risotti

Riso Mare*US$42.00

Riso MonzeseUS$26.00

Riso Taleggio AsparagiUS$26.00

Pasta

Ricotta Spinach Large RavioliUS$28.00

Ravioli PasticciatiUS$28.00

Spaghetti Vongole*US$36.00

Lobster RavioliUS$32.00

Trofie Genovese US$28.00

Gnocchi Sugo Di Brasato US$29.00

Penne FilantiUS$26.00

Rigatoni "Sofi"US$26.00

Paccheri del PastoreUS$26.00

Tagliatelle BologneseUS$26.00

Pappardelle Cinghiale US$29.00

Orecchiette PugliesiUS$26.00

Spaghetti Pescatora*US$39.00

Main Courses

Steaks & Chops

Lamb Chops Scottadito*US$48.00

Filet Mignon "Antica"*US$58.00

Arista FiorentinaUS$42.00

Veal Chop "Alpina"US$62.00

Prime NY Strip*US$72.00

Specials

Saltimbocca RomanaUS$39.00

Ossobuco alla MilaneseUS$52.00

Short Ribs StracottoUS$42.00

Chicken "Emiliana"US$39.00

Veal MilaneseUS$42.00

Fish

Mediterranean Branzino*US$48.00

Peppered Tuna Steak*US$39.00

Cod Livornese US$36.00

Salmone "Provenzale"*US$39.00

Zuppa ViaregginaUS$42.00

Sides

Beans UccellettoUS$10.00

RapiniUS$12.00

Asparagus ParmigianaUS$14.00