Sofo Food

Reviews

• Jim M.

  star star star star star 2 July 2026

  Sofo's Food is a mandatory stop when I'm back in W. Toledo.  This great specialty shop stocks fresh & frozen filled pastas and cannolis, different meats & sausages, tons of cheeses, a great selection of olives, fresh pizzas, as well as packaged & canned goods.
  
  They have an amazing bakery, and stock all kinds of imported treats, as well as wine.
  
  You've got to stop in and see Sofo's for yourself!  Recommended!

• Jerry R.

  star star star_border star_border star_border 2 July 2026

  So, we've waited more than two months for the "Grand Re-Opening" of the "famous" Sofo's market - Toledo's only "Authentic Italian Market".
  
  To begin with, it never was authentic Italian - and it still isn't. This place can't even bake a decent loaf of Italian bread. I'd guess the only thing "Italian" about Sofo's is their inherited last name. The authenticity - if it ever existed - is long gone.
  
  That said, I'm sure the average Toledoan will think they're shopping in Rome.
  
  Everything about this store has always been mediocre. Now, with the "Grand Re-Opening", the only thing that is no longer mediocre are the coolers and display cases as they are all new. And, the store is much easier to maneuver than it was previously.  It was literally gutted from wall to wall and everything is bright, shiny and new - with the same tired faux Italian fare and mediocre products and cuts of meat. Wait until you see the "new", "improved", more "Italian" produce section. Fresh and jarred figs at outrageous prices and Champagne grapes. Seriously? There's a market for any of this in Toledo?
  
  Needed to pick up a quick meal for this evening and, since I was in the area, thought I'd stop in and grab something easy. Spotted an "Authentic Italian" sub sandwich - trying to imitate what Andersons used to sell. The bread looked extra thick and the contents looked extra thin so I bought some "extras" to doctor it up a bit. What a total disappointment. The bread tasted like a carboard pizza box - dry and absolutely no flavor. Never again.
  
  I've really tried to like this store over the years but, honestly, there just isn't anything to get excited about.
  
  If you want "Authentic Italian", seek out some of the Italian Markets in Metro Detroit. They are worth the trip.

• Lena A.

  star star_border star_border star_border star_border 27 June 2026

  This place is something. My mother and I have come here randomly throughout the years but have horrible experiences each and every single time. The staff is always horribly rude to us. EVERY TIME. I don't know if they're just racist, we're Muslim and my mother wears hijab, or if we're just lucky to have horrible treatment but Sheesh! Unfortunately, they have good cannolis.. at least the only ones I know of in Toledo, so I will be going back while I'm pregnant and have these cravings . Definitely would not recommend, and definitely wouldn't go back if I find someplace else I can find a damn cannoli in this city.

• Steve N.

  star star star star_border star_border 25 June 2026

  Be mindful of your receipts and check the total/and or items charged. I have noticed over the last year that my credit card statement does not reflect the amount i recorded in my ledger, and just yesterday i purchased 3 items but didnt notice until today that i was charged an additional $2 for "bakery markdown". Its a nice place, just be sure you dont overpay.

• Jason C.

  star star star star star_border 23 June 2026

  Sofo's is Toledo's own little Italian market. They carry heaps of imported items that you can't find any place else. For being such a small place, they really pack the stuff in too.
  
  Sofo's carries everything from imported wine, homemade frozen raviolis, and cannolis, different meats, cheeses, fresh homemade pizzas, canned goods...you name it, they've got it! It's all great quality stuff as well. Oh...they also sell delicious baked goods as well, which are all made on site!
  
  We try to come here at least once every couple of weeks to at least stock up on some of their home made pizzas. They're sooo delicious!