Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.6

335 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Lively

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.

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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
(847) 262-4900
Website
https://www.davantienoteca.com/lincolnwood-il/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
4436 W Touhy Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712
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 335 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North Suburbs
Italian

Review summary

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Francesca - Lincolnwood offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and a "gorgeous ambiance." Guests rave about the "fabulous waiter" service and "wonderful patio." The restaurant is a "fantastic" addition to the neighborhood, offering delicious Italian cuisine, great drinks, and an inviting atmosphere. Perfect for any occasion!

335 Reviews

K
Karen
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food. Party of 8 for lunch and no one left hungry and many had to go bags!
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This Italian gem delivers an exceptional dining experience, combining impeccable cuisine, a warm and inviting ambience, and flawless service. From the freshly baked bread to the expertly prepared seafood, every dish showcases a commitment to quality and tradition. The menu offers a diverse selection, balancing simplicity and sophistication, while the attentive yet unobtrusive staff ensures a seamless dining experience.
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Jennifer
Dublin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! Calamari was fresh and delicious. I had whitefish and it was a generous portion with a lovely melody of veggies. My family got linguine with shrimp and scallops, definitely did not skimp on the seafood like other restaurants we’ve encountered. We will be back.
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Ira
Chicago
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good. Service fair. A bit pricey but I would recommend.
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asher
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable experience and our server, Jeff, was excellent
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Renee
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The servers and all the staff were very hospitable and welcoming. They were responsive to any request made by anyone at our table. We will be back. Thank you.
Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded 3 days ago
Dear Renee, we appreciate your positive feedback about your experience. Thank you for helping us spread the word about our restaurants and for your thumbs up! Your experience is important to us and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team
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Timothy
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent dinner this evening. The food was terrific, and the wait staff was well-informed and helpful. We celebrated a birthday and a singing waiter sang happy birthday to us in Italian. Wonderful!
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Consuelo
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience at Francesca’s!! Creative and tasty cocktails to start. Bread service with delicious infused olive oil. Focaccia di Recco is a must!! Beef carpaccio was wonderful, mussels and homemade pasta as well. We finished with tiramisu and of course espresso martinis!! Mario our server is guilty for all this amazing experience, his recommendations and timing was just perfect. Will be back soon!!
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RoxAnn
Chicago
77 reviews
vip
4.0
77 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our plan was to have turkey dinner at this location. Unfortunately when we arrived for our 5:00 PM reservation, we were informed they were out of the special turkey dinner. Disappointed to say the least. We ordered off the menu and overall the dishes we selected all turned out to be good including the appetizers. The restaurant itself is a nice setting. modern chic. Table service was good. Everything came out timely.
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Carl
Chicago
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just excellent and creative Italian cuisine. Super service and comfortably spaced tables.
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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 4.6 stars by 335 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
https://www.davantienoteca.com/lincolnwood-il/
Phone number
(847) 262-4900

Francesca - Lincolnwood

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What 335 people are saying

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