Sofi Restaurant

Name: Sofi Restaurant
Address: 616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL, United States, 60605
Telephone: (312) 753-5502
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (1713)

$31 to $50

Italian

616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60605

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for special occasions

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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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
Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Grilled Baby Octopus$18.00
Over Yukon Gold Potato Mold - Pesto Relish
Seared Sea Scallops$18.00
Wrapped in Pancetta - Leeks - Lobster Bisque
Mussels Livornese$16.00
P.E.I. in Zesty Tomato - Capers - Garlic - Croutons
Polpette$14.00
Veal/Pork Meat Balls in Zesty Tomato Sauce - Parmesan
Grilled Scamorza$18.00
With Smoked Prosciutto Speck
Carciofi Tegame$14.00
Baked Artichokes Romana - Fontina Fondue
Fritto Mare$21.00
Deep Fried Calamari & Shrimp - Lemon Wedge - Marinara Sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana$14.00
Mozzarella - Basil - Tomato - Parmesan
Tuscan Sausage$16.00
Mild Grilled Sausage - Sautéed Broccoli Rapa
Prime Beef Carpaccio$19.00
Grana - Horseradish Relish - Arugula
Fava Beans$14.00
Shelled Fresh Fava Beans - Truffled Pecorino Cheese - E.V.O.
Red Beets Tartare$12.00
Endive Leaves - Italian Vinaigrette - Parsley
Tuna Carpaccio$18.00
Raw Peppered Tuna - Fennel Julienne - Red Radishes/Wasabi
Prosciutto Melone$16.00
Imported Parma Prosciutto - Cantaloupe Melon
Burrata$16.00
Soft Mozzarella - Roasted Bell Peppers - Endive Julienne - E.V.O.O
Caprese$16.00
Fior di Latte Mozzarella - Tomatoes - Kalamata Olives - E.V.O.O - Basil

Cheeses & Cold Cuts

Cheese Platter$24.00
Chef's Assortment with Dry Fruits - Berries - Honey - Croutons
Misto Salumi$24.00
Cold Cuts Assortment with Dry Figs - Berries - Pecorino - Croutons

Bread & Focacce

Bruschetta Classica$9.00
Fettunta$9.00
Garlic Bread
Focaccia Rosmarino$12.00

Salads

Tropicale$18.00
Avocados - Endive - Radicchio Grana Padano - Basil - Hearts of Palm
Toscanella$14.00
Mix Greens - Red Onions - Red Radishes - Cannellini Beans - Grate Tomatoes
Mista Fresca$14.00
Mix Greens - Onions - Grape Tomatoes - Italian Vinaigrette
Rucola$12.00
Arugula - Grana Padano - Vinaigrette

Sides

Beans Uccelletto$10.00
Tomato - Garlic
Rapini$12.00
Olive Oil and Garlic
Asparagus Parmigiana$14.00
Grilled Veggies$18.00
Balsamic Glaze
Sautéed Spinach$12.00
Pasta Alfredo$12.00
Marinara - Oil & Garlic
Potato Gratin$10.00
Tuscan Potatoes$10.00

Risotti

Riso Mare$36.00
Shellfish and Seafood in White Wine - Garlic - Parsley
Riso Monzese$26.00
With Saffron - Sweet and Spicy Sausage Ragout
Riso Taleggio Asparagi$26.00
Taleggio Cheese - Asparagus - Braised Leeks
Riso Verde$28.00
Gorgonzola Cheese - Spinach - Roasted Pine Nuts - Parmesan

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Sofi Restaurant in Chicago offers a "gem-like" dining experience with "authentic Italian" cuisine. Guests rave about the "best northern Italian" dishes, "outstanding service," and "charming" atmosphere. With handmade pasta and attentive staff, Sofi caters to diverse tastes, making it a top choice for both "casual" and "special occasions."

1,713 Reviews

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Adam VIP
San Francisco Bay Area27 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant Food was fantastic. Starter grilled baby octopus was fantastic. Main dish of ossobuca a la Milanese fell off the bone
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Barbara
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Sofi’s. The food is outstanding. Their recommendations are always wonderful and appreciated. They cap the left over wine for you and bag it so you can bring it home for your last drink of the night. We especially love our waiter with the new hip!
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Mary
Wisconsin5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful we owe had! Massimo was so great and guided us through the me ie and wine selections. Helped make the evening very special. Great food…great service and just a lovely evening
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MichaeL VIP
Washington, D.C. Area13 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nothing short of outstanding , as always. Best Italian restaurant in chicago
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nina
London11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service , lovely wine, good food, I’d go back
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Charlie VIP
San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
best northern italian in chicago. Great service from Severino. just a bit pricy
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Marcelo
Chicago / Illinois1 review
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Albino, fantastic waiter who served us, professional and friendly
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Alfonso
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore9 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you’re looking for authentic, class and a great atmosphere SOFI is the place to go. Unmatched detail and attention to service and quality of food. Our knowledgeable server Massimo was the epitome of what the dining experience should be. Thank you very much to the great staff. There might go to spot often. Alfonso
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Luke
Unspecified1 review
3.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Food was good, pricey but that is to be expected. We got exactly what we order and in good time. But unfortunately the two servers we had were not friendly at all. It was as if our presence there was an inconvenience to them despite the restaurant being almost empty. We could barely understand what they were saying and not once did they smile at us. It kinda ruined the whole experience because it felt like we weren't welcome there.
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Robert VIP
Indiana16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a special restaurant! This is the gem that you have been looking for! Reasonable prices, stunning food, and delicious specials on a daily menu is what to expect, and you will still be delightfully stunned by your experience! My wife leans vegetarian, I am a carnivore; we were both totally satisfied with our meals. We were not super hungry, so we decided to order light meals... My wife started out with prosciutto wrapped zucchini blossoms with their homemade marinara sauce. It was delicious and the prosciutto was lean and amazing. I had the carpaccio. It was great and served with fresh arugula, shaved parmesan cheese, and a house made sauce. Next, my wife had the lobster ravioli. It is the best she has ever had. I had the pepper seared tuna. It was served with fresh tomatoes and fresh shaved fennel root with a wasabi sauce. The wasabi sauce was not hot. It added flavor without punishment and color without distraction. For dessert, we had the special daily menu Nutella crepes. We drank a very reasonably priced brut rosé prosecco with our appetizers and meal. The waiter that we had was an Italian gentleman. He enhanced our enjoyment of the experience. We will be back, grazie!!
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Sofi Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 753-5502.

Sofi Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1713 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

616 South Dearborn, Chicago, IL 60605

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Harrison and Polk
Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

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About this restaurant

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Lobster Ravioli

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Rigatoni "Sofi"

Starters

Grilled Baby Octopus$18.00

Seared Sea Scallops$18.00

Mussels Livornese$16.00

Polpette$14.00

Grilled Scamorza$18.00

Carciofi Tegame$14.00

Fritto Mare$21.00

Eggplant Parmigiana$14.00

Tuscan Sausage$16.00

Prime Beef Carpaccio$19.00

Fava Beans$14.00

Red Beets Tartare$12.00

Tuna Carpaccio$18.00

Prosciutto Melone$16.00

Burrata$16.00

Caprese$16.00

Cheeses & Cold Cuts

Cheese Platter$24.00

Misto Salumi$24.00

Bread & Focacce

Bruschetta Classica$9.00

Fettunta$9.00

Focaccia Rosmarino$12.00

Salads

Tropicale$18.00

Toscanella$14.00

Mista Fresca$14.00

Rucola$12.00

Sides

Beans Uccelletto$10.00

Rapini$12.00

Asparagus Parmigiana$14.00

Grilled Veggies$18.00

Sautéed Spinach$12.00

Pasta Alfredo$12.00

Potato Gratin$10.00

Tuscan Potatoes$10.00

Risotti

Riso Mare$36.00

Riso Monzese$26.00

Riso Taleggio Asparagi$26.00

Riso Verde$28.00

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