Sofi Restaurant

4.7

1689 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

8:00 pm

Booked 7 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60605
Phone number
(312) 753-5502
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
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

Private dining

Popular dishes

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

Cheeses & Cold Cuts

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

Salads

TropicaleUSD 14.00
avocados - endive - radicchio - Grana padano - basill - hearts of palm
ToscanellaUSD 12.00
mix greens - red onions - red radishes - cannellini beans - grape tomatoes
Mista FrescaUSD 10.00
mix greens - onions - grape tomatoes - Italian vinaigrette
RucolaUSD 10.00
arugula - grana padano - vinaigrette

Add Ons

Meat Balls or SausageUSD 12.00
Shrimp or Chicken BreastUSD 14.00

Bread & Focacce

Bruschetta ClassicaUSD 9.00
Focaccina RosmarinoUSD 9.00
- With ProsciuttoUSD 18.00

Risotti

Riso Mare*USD 42.00
shellfish and seafood in white wine - garlic - parsley
Riso MonzeseUSD 26.00
with saffron - sweet and spicy sausage ragout
Riso Taleggio AsparagiUSD 26.00
taleggio cheese - asparagus - braised leeks

Pasta

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

Main Courses

Steaks & Chops

Peppercorn Sauce or Bernaise Sauce $4

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

Specials

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

Fish

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

Sides

Beans UccellettoUSD 10.00
tomato - garlic
RapiniUSD 12.00
olive oil and garlic
Asparagus ParmigianaUSD 14.00
Grilled VeggiesUSD 18.00
balsamic glze
Sautéed SpinachUSD 12.00
oil and garlic
PastaUSD 12.00
Alfredo - marinara - Oil & garlic
Potato GratinUSD 12.00
Tuscan FriesUSD 10.00

What 1,689 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sofi Restaurant in Chicago offers a "cozy and authentic Italian" dining experience with "delicious food" and "impeccable service." The menu features standout dishes like truffle tagliatelle and Osso Bucco, complemented by a "great wine selection." Sofi is praised for its "friendly and knowledgeable staff" and charming ambiance.

1,689 Reviews

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Ferita VIP
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thyme on filet was overwhelming otherwise great. Service was top-notch.
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Edward
Pittsburgh20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dinner with my wife. Service was impeccable and the food and wine were excellent. Not a huge menu or wine list, but all classics (northern Italian) and well done. A bit pricey but definitely recommended.
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Anne VIP
Chicago10 reviews
3.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It's a very nice cozy restaurant with excellent service and a great menu. I think it's quite pricey - $39 for a simple chicken dish seems excessive and same for $30 pasta. Given those prices, it wouldn't be my regular stop but if I am at the theater downtown I would eat there.
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John
Chicago10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
In Chicago for convention. Looking for Italian place we haven’t been to before. What a GEM. Great atmosphere, service and good food. Noise level was good as most place in city are very loud. One small hitch with my meal was side of rissotto was over done and bland. Will definitely be back!
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Bill
San Francisco7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Surprising find. Great for post-symphony dinner on a Sunday night. Excellent menu and service. Very sensible wine list.
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Gabriel
Chicago4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service and food were fantastic. Would definitely go back.
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margo VIP
Milwaukee1 review
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
had to wait 30 minutes, all the food was cold and bad
Sofi RestaurantResponded on 17 February 2025
Hello Margo! You also wrote a review on Yelp making false statements which you have since deleted. You and your date finished all the dishes and your date even thanked the waiter leaving a 20% tip so I'm really not sure what the problem is. In your Yelp review you said the "lettuce" under the burrata was brown, I would like to inform you that the burrata is served with a mixed salad and not lettuce and mixed salad has different colors including a dark purple, this does not mean the salad is old. We wish you all the best!
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ClaudiaP VIP
Chicago3 reviews
1.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Absolutely terrible service, waiter was very dry. Waiter didn’t check back or offer refills on our drinks. The food was not good, I do not recommend this restaurant.
Sofi RestaurantResponded on 23 February 2025
Hello Claude! We value our customers and providing the best service is extremely important to us. We're truly sorry you did not enjoy your experience with us. Valentine's Day is an extremely busy day for us however, it is not an excuse. Please, give us a call and ask for the manager so we can learn more about your experience and have an opportunity to make it right. Thank you!
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Michael VIP
Chicago5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Their servers are always very nice. I tried the risotto for the first time, and it was great.
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Joy VIP
Chicago30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sofi is our choice for Italian in Chicago. From appetizers to dessert, Sofi never disappoints.
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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 4.7 stars by 1689 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

8:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60605

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(312) 753-5502
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
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

Sofi Restaurant

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

Private Dining

Custom inquiry

Lobster Ravioli

Spaghetti Vongole

Spaghetti Pescatora

Starters

Grilled Baby Octopus*USD 18.00

Seared Sea Scallops*USD 18.00

Mussels Livornese*USD 18.00

PolpettineUSD 16.00

Carciofi TegameUSD 14.00

Grilled ScamorzaUSD 18.00

Fritto Mare*USD 21.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 12.00

Tuscan SausageUSD 14.00

Prime Beef Carpaccio*USD 22.00

Fava BeansUSD 14.00

Red Beets TartareUSD 12.00

Tuna Carpaccio*USD 16.00

Prosciutto MeloneUSD 18.00

BurrataUSD 18.00

CapreseUSD 14.00

Cheeses & Cold Cuts

Cheese PlatterUSD 26.00

Misto SalumiUSD 28.00

Salads

TropicaleUSD 14.00

ToscanellaUSD 12.00

Mista FrescaUSD 10.00

RucolaUSD 10.00

Add Ons

Meat Balls or SausageUSD 12.00

Shrimp or Chicken BreastUSD 14.00

Bread & Focacce

Bruschetta ClassicaUSD 9.00

Focaccina RosmarinoUSD 9.00

Risotti

Riso Mare*USD 42.00

Riso MonzeseUSD 26.00

Riso Taleggio AsparagiUSD 26.00

Pasta

Ricotta Spinach Large RavioliUSD 28.00

Ravioli PasticciatiUSD 28.00

Spaghetti Vongole*USD 36.00

Lobster RavioliUSD 32.00

Trofie Genovese USD 28.00

Gnocchi Sugo Di Brasato USD 29.00

Penne FilantiUSD 26.00

Rigatoni "Sofi"USD 26.00

Paccheri del PastoreUSD 26.00

Tagliatelle BologneseUSD 26.00

Pappardelle Cinghiale USD 29.00

Orecchiette PugliesiUSD 26.00

Spaghetti Pescatora*USD 39.00

Main Courses

Steaks & Chops

Lamb Chops Scottadito*USD 48.00

Filet Mignon "Antica"*USD 58.00

Arista FiorentinaUSD 42.00

Veal Chop "Alpina"USD 62.00

Prime NY Strip*USD 72.00

Specials

Saltimbocca RomanaUSD 39.00

Ossobuco alla MilaneseUSD 52.00

Short Ribs StracottoUSD 42.00

Chicken "Emiliana"USD 39.00

Veal MilaneseUSD 42.00

Fish

Mediterranean Branzino*USD 48.00

Peppered Tuna Steak*USD 39.00

Cod Livornese USD 36.00

Salmone "Provenzale"*USD 39.00

Zuppa ViaregginaUSD 42.00

Sides

Beans UccellettoUSD 10.00

RapiniUSD 12.00