Sofi Restaurant
Trooper Long · 979 Google reviewsSofi Restaurant — dependable italian in Printer's Row. Order the service we. The kind of spot that earns loyalty, not hype, and group-friendly. "The pacing was perfect, everything came out quickly and smoothly, but never rushed" — Isaac Giron [$$$, patio]
What 730 diners keep saying
What 730 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Obsessed with this place! Amazing authentic Italian food (owners are from Italy) and such friendly service! The mussels are so tasteful and the gnocchi alla sorrentina is so delicious! The atmosphere is cozy and romantic, making this an ideal place for dates, family, or friends! An absolute hidden gem in Chicago.”
“Me encantó todo. La atención dedicada a tu selección de platillos, el menú recomendado del día y su sabor fueron todo. Un lugar súper romántico, tranquilo, mágico.”
“Francesco was our amazing waiter. When he found out we had lived in Italy, we had great conversations! The calamari fruit was amazing! And the pasta pescatore was delicious! They brought us tiramisu since we were celebrating our anniversary! It was a great experience! Highly recommended!”
“A fantastic Italian restaurant! I’ve been there a few times, busy or slow, it is a great place for some quality Italian food. The ambience is cozy and a wonderful place to have a date. The service has always been excellent. Highly recommend it.”
“Sofi Italian Restaurant in Chicago was absolutely fantastic. We chose the coursed meal, and it far exceeded our expectations. Each dish was prepared beautifully, full of flavor without feeling heavy. The pacing was perfect, everything came out quickly and smoothly, but never rushed. Our waiter, Masimo, truly elevated the experience. His attentiveness, warmth, and thoughtful recommendations were some of the best service we’ve ever had. He knew exactly when to check in, made us feel cared for, and clearly takes pride in what he does. One of the things that stood out most was how balanced the meal was. Even with multiple courses, we left feeling satisfied and nourished instead of overly full or sluggish. The portions were generous but thoughtfully curated so you could enjoy everything without it being overwhelming. The atmosphere was quiet, polite, and relaxing, the kind of place where you can actually enjoy your conversation and settle into the moment. Overall, Sofi delivered a truly memorable dining experience. Highly recommend, and we’ll definitely be returning.”
“Had a great experience at this wonderful Italian restaurant. The service was awesome and staff very friendly and knowledgeable. The food was the star of the evening. We had a large group and had the opportunity to sample several dishes. The veal, seafood and pasta were perfect. Had the pasta with lobster sauce and large prawns, and panacatta custard for desert which was incredible. Highly recommended for a large group or quaint couples night out.”
“Great Italian restaurant! Good appetizers and pasta. Highly recommend the caprese salad! Good wine selection as well. Perfect for a group outing while we were here in town for a conference.”
“The food was great. The waiter was super kind. It was a beautiful night to sit outside.”
“Had the beets, spaghetti vongole and tiramisu. Everything was delightful. The wait staff were cordial and did not mind me being the last patron of the night. Wonderful experience!”
“I love this restaurant just got back from Italy ive been craving authentic Italian food since getting back, and this restaurant hit the spot. Thank you”
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