A BELOVED Italian eatery announced it would be closing down after less than a year in business.
Via Sofia's in Rockford, Illinois dazzled foodies with its menu of Italian delights but anyone looking to test their palate has missed out, as the restaurant's last day of operation was April 1.
"Dear Via Sofia customers and friends. We are saddened to share the news that the Via Sofia's Italian Kitchen Rockford store is closing," read a statement on the restaurant's Facebook page.
"The decision was made based on labor constraints in the market and other business challenges that restaurants face. We have had a pleasure serving our Belvidere and Rockford neighbors, and we will miss you."
The owners thanked the employees "who put in a lot of hard work and dedication to feeding the community our made-from-scratch Italian recipes with love.
"Thank you to everyone who supported our small business through this journey."
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The restaurant was part of a chain of Cedar Rapids, Iowa-b based chain of restaurants under the same name.
This was the first Via Sofia's to open in Rockford.
Several customers shared their shock in the comments section of the farewell post.
"I'm saddened to hear the news of closing your business," wrote one person. "I enjoyed every dinner I ordered."
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"So sad, such great service and delicious food!" wrote another person.
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