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Francesca - Lincolnwood, Lincolnwood, IL

Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.5
4.5
436 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Lincolnwood
  • Cross street
    Enter free garage from Touhy, walk toward Lincoln, turn right to front door
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 436 people are saying

Francesca - Lincolnwood reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca - Lincolnwood is a charming addition to the neighborhood, praised for its "fantastic food" and "great service." Diners appreciate its vibrant ambiance and Italian culinary delights, including standout dishes like the Branzino and Davanti burger. Despite some service hiccups, it remains a "gem of Lincolnwood," perfect for family dinners and special occasions.

436 Reviews
  1. Stanley

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrating my aunt and uncle’s birthdays 96 and 97 They raved about the dishes: eggplant Milanese rigatoni and whitefish Ate every last morsel Profiterole for their birthday dessert With sparklers They will be returning often

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    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jeff and Kaitlyn were our servers. “Best service I’ve received in 32 years.” one member of our party raved. Will be coming back for sure

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  3. Larry

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time back and it won’t be our last!! Wonderful food, friendly service, great ambiance and plenty of free parking!! What’s not to love?

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  4. Dan

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Early dinner reservation and we’re seated on time and away from other diners which is a nice touch. Waiter was fantastic and recommended two dishes and not the two most expensive. Good wine selection and reasonably priced. Nice clean bar and dining area with good table spacing. It continues the tradition of the original Mia Francesca. Free parking too. Give it a try.

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  5. David VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Katy is always a pleasure to see. Xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  6. Trish VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall one of my favorites- had a little struggle with the Wine List could not order the Cabernet originally requested and then could not get the same substituted bottle when ordering 2nd bottle for the table. Server was great and very accommodating.

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  7. Christopher VIP

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and very good service. Will absolutely be back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food great experience would recommend will try again
    Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded on March 10, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed the food. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another visit. See you again soon! -Management Team

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  9. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We weren’t seated until 30 min after our reservation with barely an apology and no offer of a complimentary appetizer or anything. They were out of bread. They were out of the wine and chicken one of our friends wanted to order. As we were being seated I asked if we could sit at one of the vacant tables nearby that might’ve been a little more protected from the noise because my husband is hard of hearing (which I also asked for in our reservation)l notes), the hostess said the tables were being saved for a party of 12. That turned out to be a lie. 3 separate parties of 4 were seated at those tables.
    Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded on March 10, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the poor experience you had during your visit. We understand how frustrating it must have been to wait 30 minutes past your reservation time, especially with the additional issues regarding unavailable items and the seating arrangements. That’s certainly not the level of service we aim to provide, and we regret that we fell short in accommodating your needs. We will be addressing the concerns you’ve raised with our team to ensure better communication and more attention to our guests' specific requests in the future.We truly value your feedback, as it helps us identify areas for improvement.

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  10. David VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was really great, as usual. However, we had a 7 pm reservation on a Saturday night, but were not seated until 7:30. Seems there must be a system problem--like they are over-booking.
    Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded on March 10, 2025
    "Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your meal with us. We sincerely apologize for the wait and understand how frustrating it can be when you're eager to enjoy your dining experience. We're continuously working to ensure we manage reservations more efficiently, and your feedback helps us improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for a smoother, even more enjoyable visit. Grazie again for choosing us!" -Management Team

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FAQs

Francesca - Lincolnwood offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 262-4900.

Francesca - Lincolnwood is rated 4.5 stars by 436 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
Google Map for Francesca - Lincolnwood

4436 W Touhy Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Enter free garage from Touhy, walk toward Lincoln, turn right to front door
  • Neighborhood
    Lincolnwood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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