Sofi Italian

614-620 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60605

Italian

Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Sofi Italian three times, with records going back to 2024. Sofi Italian was last inspected on Oct 16, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 16, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALNUT OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABEL CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

Feb 6, 2024

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 30, 2024

License

3 major violations.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: FOUND NO VALID POSTED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A VALID POSTED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

Inspector notes: OBSERVED STEAK ON MENU SAID ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE FOOTNOTE, DISCLOSURE (WRITTEN DISCLOSURE AND DISCLOSURE BY ASTERISK) AND REMINDER FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-005.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE OVER FLOWING. MUST PROVIDE CLOSED TIGHT FITTING LIDS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(b). CITATION ISSUED.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sofi Italian last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sofi Italian on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has Sofi Italian's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sofi Italian have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sofi Italian means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Sofi Italian inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sofi Italian is inspected around two times per year on average.

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