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Villa Francesca, Boston, MA

Villa Francesca

4.4
4.4
1975 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Ristorante Villa Francesca, in the North End of Boston, Massachusetts, is the brain child of Guglielmo Ranauro. Through his desire for perfection and pure love of the Italian cuisine, Guglielmo created Villa Francesca over thirty years ago. He bestowed the name Francesca after his mother, never forgetting the love and wonderful food she always provided while growing up just across the street from the restaurant. Villa Francesca boasts over 160 wine selections, and has received the prestigious Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator awards since 2007. You've got to try the raw bar!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tomaso
  • Private party facilities
    Private rooms with seating from 25 to 40 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Tomas: (877) 635-9775

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What 1,975 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Villa Francesca offers "fantastic" Italian cuisine in Boston's North End, with standout dishes like the "cheese wheel pasta" and "lobster ravioli." Guests appreciate the "great service" and "cozy atmosphere," though some find it "a bit pricey." It's a "favorite spot" for many, offering an authentic Italian dining experience.

1,975 Reviews
  1. Debbie VIP

    Greater Boston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were excellent. Portion sizes huge and so good. Will definitely return

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  2. Brad

    Greater Boston25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can always rely on having a great meal here and I wasn't disappointed!

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  3. Tina VIP

    Greater Boston27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service this is our favorite restaurant in rhe North end😋😋😋😋

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  4. Bea VIP

    Greater Boston41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant and it’s coziness and you do feel like you’re part of that Italian family feeling! Food was excellent during dine out week and portions were just right. Service was very attentive.

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  5. Kelli VIP

    Greater Boston37 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was just ok Menu selection not as good as in past A little pricey for lunch even tho it’s restaurant week I’ve had better meals and selections before

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We were going to be given the table right next to the front door on a very cold night. When I asked for another option we were sat in the basement in the furthest back corner of the room. We waited a while to get our order taken (people next to us arrived after and had their food first), waiter was absent for most of the meal (never came to ask how the food was or if we needed anything like water), the wait staff stood near us on their phones ignoring people unless you looked over for assistance. I’ve made reservations and also dined without one at this restaurant two dozen times and I’m extremely disappointed with the staff. The host also never checked us in so I was asked by OpenTable if I was a no show. Will not be returning.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service.Delicious fresh food. Wonderful value!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good Service was very very slow our waiter forgot about us and it was not very busy for a Saturday Tables were empty 3 of us got our first course the 4th waited 20 minutes after first 3 for his. Timed very poorly We had dessert with the dine out Boston menu’s and we literally had to track down our waiter and ask for it Service usually is a lot better here We were celebrating an anniversary which was on the reservation and told to them when we got there and nothing was ever said or done

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Maine1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, service was good, and the atmosphere was great!

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  10. AnnieB

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a bit disappointing because the reviews were so great. The atmosphere was really nice, the service was a 10 but the menu was disappointing and limited. As for our food, it was mediocre. I’ve had many meals throughout the North End and I wouldn’t recommend this place to friends, unfortunately.

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FAQs

Villa Francesca offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 367-2948.

Villa Francesca is rated 4.4 stars by 1975 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 12 times today
Google Map for Villa Francesca

150 Richmond Street, Boston, MA 02109

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tomaso
  • Private party facilities
    Private rooms with seating from 25 to 40 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Tomas: (877) 635-9775
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