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Francesca's on Chestnut, Chicago, IL

Francesca's on Chestnut

4.5
4.5
2708 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Francesca's Family of Restaurants has opened its doors in 2009 on Chestnut Street in Chicago's famous Gold Coast neighborhood. The restaurant brings Mia Francesca's famous rustic, Italian cuisine to the 150-seat space.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 482-8800
  • Website
    http://www.miafrancesca.com/locations/profile/francescas-on-chestnut-gold-coast
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact Katherine Woods for questions about catering.<br />(773) 281-3310 ext. 21
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca’s on Chestnut proudly offers special events in our private dining room for business, family & social event for group of 10 to 60. Our philosophy of simple, rustic cooking served in a casual sophisticated trattoria setting translates flawlessly to group dining.
  • Private party contact
    Katherine Woods: (312) 482-8800 ext. 2
  • Location
    200 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Cross street
    Michigan Ave
  • Parking details
    Valet is offered through The Seneca Boutique Apartments at $16. Metered street parking and parking garages are also available in close proximity.
  • Public transit
    We are accessible via the Chicago red line stop as well as the 151, 145, 146 and 147 Chestnut & Michigan CTA bus stop. The closest L stop is State and Chicago.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Antipasti

  • Bruschette alla Romana$10.95

    Garlic toast with marinated tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella

    • Burrata e Asparagi$15.95

      Burrata, grilled asparagus, crispy prosciutto, marcona almonds, and sicilian olive oil

      • Calamari Fritti$17.75

        Crispy calamari with marinara

        • Carpaccio alla Francesca*$16.95

          Thinly-sliced raw NY strip capers, tomatoes, mushrooms, lemon, olive oil, and parmigiano

          • Prosciutto e Rucola*$14.95

            Prosciutto di parma, arugula, aged balsamic, lemon, and parmigiano

            • Polpette della Nonna$14.95

              Homemade beef and pork meatballs in pomodoro sauce, seasoned ricotta, toasted ciabatta

              • Cozze Rosso o Bianco$17.95

                PEI mussels with a choice of marinara & herbs OR white wine sauce, with spinach and tomatoes. Served with ciabatta

                • Carciofi Fritti$13.95

                  Crispy artichokes and calabrian chili aioli

                  • Lenticchie e Spinaci$14.95

                    Braised lentils, wilted spinach, and goat cheese

                    Insalate

                    • Insalata alla Francesca$12.95

                      Romaine, endive, and radicchio with peapods, green beans, carrots, tomatoes, and cucumbers with crumbled blue cheese, lemon, and balsamic vinaigrette

                      • Insalata Cesare con Pollo*$18.95

                        Romaine toasted in classic caesar dressing with grilled chicken breast, garlic croutons and parmigiano

                        • Eggplant Caprese$13.95

                          Fried eggplant, marinated tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and saba

                          • Insalata della Casa$14.95

                            Hearts of palm, avocado, lemon, tomatoes, and olive oil

                            • Insalata Tre-Colore con Gamberi$17.95

                              Sauteed jumbo gulf shrimp, arugula, raddichio, Belgian endive, tomatoes, balsamic, and shaved parmigiano

                              • Pomodoro e Salmone*$16.95

                                tomatoes, onions, Sicilian cured olives, basil and cucumbers

                                Paste

                                • Paccheri alla Vodka e Salsiccia$23.95

                                  Fiore's paccheri and crumbled sausage in a vodka sauce with mozzarella and basil

                                  • Lumache alla Melanzane$19.95

                                    spicy tomato sauce, roasted eggplant, fresh mozzarella, basil

                                    • Spaghetti con Mozzarella$18.95

                                      Spaghetti with pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, and basil

                                      • Risotto del Giorno $23.95

                                        Chef's daily preparation

                                        Panini e Piatti

                                        • Panino di Pesce*$20.95

                                          Battered cod lemon caper aioli, beefsteak tomato and arugula on a brioche bun

                                          • Francesca's Smash Burger*$16.95

                                            Smashed burger patty, crispy pancetta, calabrian aioli, balsamic cippolini onions, fontina, roasted tomatoes and arugula

                                            • Panino con Salsiccia$16.95

                                              Roasted italian sausage, red and yellow peppers, basil, garlic herbs, and pomodoro on a french baguette

                                              • Panino con Polpette $16.95

                                                Nonna's meatballs, pomodoro, roasted onions, and sweet provolone on French baguette

                                                Contorni

                                                • Pasta Aglio e Olio$9.95

                                                  with tomatoes and spinach

                                                  • Sausage and Peppers$9.95

                                                    in a tomato sauce

                                                    • Sautéed Shrimp$10.75

                                                      • Roasted Potatoes$7.95

                                                        • Sautéed Mixed Vegetables$8.95

                                                          • Sautéed Spinach$7.95

                                                            Last updated: March 11, 2024

                                                            What 2,708 people are saying

                                                            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
                                                            • 4.4Service
                                                            • 4.4Ambience
                                                            • 4.4Value

                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                            Review summary

                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                            Francesca's on Chestnut offers a welcoming atmosphere with "great ambience and food." Guests appreciate the varied menu, "delicious Italian cuisine," and "friendly service." While some note occasional service hiccups, many rave about the memorable dining experiences and "excellent value." It's a "fabulous" choice for both special occasions and casual dining.

                                                            2,708 Reviews

                                                            1. OpenTable Diner

                                                              Indiana

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              3.0

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              Dined today

                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 2
                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                              Lovely spot close to the Mile and our hotel but we got stuck by large groups in the lower level which made convo tough. The large groups overshadowed our table of 5 and we had to ask for sweetener 3 times, a server dropped a large plate of glassware by my 10 year old but the spaghetti and meatballs did not disappoint! Pass on the calamari and enjoy Francesca’s on a day when they are not busy.

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                                                            2. OpenTable Diner

                                                              Chicago

                                                              5 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              5 reviews

                                                              Dined 1 day ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Staff was wonderful. Food arrived hot on such a busy night. Even though it was noisy tables are arranged nicely so you can have private conversations.

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                                                            3. Beth

                                                              Chicago

                                                              5 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              5 reviews

                                                              Dined 2 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Great food and loved the ambiance! Very nice dinner!

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                                                            4. Rob

                                                              Chicago

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              2 reviews

                                                              Dined 4 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 4
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Service was impeccable, was a bit disappointed with fried calamari overcooked and hard, the meatballs way too much breading vs meat. Special order of chicken parm. Wife ordered the seafood pasta, too spicy for hee

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                                                            5. Jennifer

                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined 4 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Fantastic meal and ambiance! Loved Jorge & all of the staff!

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                                                            6. Mirela

                                                              Chicago

                                                              12 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              12 reviews

                                                              Dined 4 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Wonderful food and service. Great local jem. Enjoyed food and drinks. Faves are lentils with goat cheese, any pasta and any of the salads. Cheers!

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                                                            7. Aimee

                                                              VIP

                                                              Las Vegas

                                                              14 reviews

                                                              4.0

                                                              14 reviews

                                                              Dined 5 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Beautiful location and cozy setting. Food was phenomenal!! Fresh made, LOVED that every vegetarian option was clearly marked and had ample selections. My only slight complaint was the drinks from the bar. I can appreciate doubling up on the liquors to make it seem like more for the money BUT when they are so strong that they aren’t really enjoyable. It kills the vibe. As one who loves Grey Goose usually, this tasted like pure vodka with a Luden’s cherry cough drop. I’d much rather savor it and order a second than be miserable. We weren’t the only ones in the room that didn’t enjoy their drink. Could have just been an off night for the bartender!! Everything else was perfection!!

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                                                            8. jackie

                                                              VIP

                                                              Milwaukee

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              2.0

                                                              3 reviews

                                                              Dined 5 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 2
                                                              2. Food 2
                                                              3. Service 2
                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                              This is one of our favorite places. Howerver, this time we were disappointed. No mint at the bar for drinks, which was surprising for an upscale bar. The pasta, which is usually delicious, was barely warm; and they had no decaf coffee for our deserts. Overall, a very disappointing experience.

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                                                            9. Debra

                                                              Chicago

                                                              1 review

                                                              5.0

                                                              1 review

                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              The calamari is excellent! It was delightful to have lunch in a quiet, lovely holiday themed restaurant.

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                                                            10. sheldon

                                                              VIP

                                                              Palm Springs

                                                              13 reviews

                                                              5.0

                                                              13 reviews

                                                              Dined 6 days ago

                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                              2. Food 5
                                                              3. Service 5
                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                              Francesca‘s is a neighborhood standby. Our party of four enjoyed an excellent meal tonight. We shared Caesar salads followed by four different pasta dishes. I particularly enjoy the calamari with linguine why my partner adored pasta with meatballs and marinara sauce. Francesca’s has always been good but tonight we reached a new level. Actually, I have heard from others at the restaurant has improved dramatically, and I found it to be true tonight.

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                                                            FAQs

                                                            Francesca's on Chestnut offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 482-8800.

                                                            Francesca's on Chestnut is rated 4.5 stars by 2708 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 71 times today

                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                            Google Map for Francesca's on Chestnut

                                                            200 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611

                                                            Additional information

                                                            • Cross street
                                                              Michigan Ave
                                                            • Neighborhood
                                                              Gold Coast / Streeterville
                                                            • Hours of operation
                                                              Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
                                                            • Price
                                                              $30 and under
                                                            • Cuisines
                                                              Italian, Wine Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
                                                            • Dining style
                                                              Casual Dining
                                                            • Dress code
                                                              Casual Dress
                                                            • Parking details
                                                              Valet is offered through The Seneca Boutique Apartments at $16. Metered street parking and parking garages are also available in close proximity.
                                                            • Public transit
                                                              We are accessible via the Chicago red line stop as well as the 151, 145, 146 and 147 Chestnut & Michigan CTA bus stop. The closest L stop is State and Chicago.
                                                            • Payment options
                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                            • Additional
                                                              Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                            • Website
                                                              http://www.miafrancesca.com/locations/profile/francescas-on-chestnut-gold-coast
                                                            • Phone number
                                                              (312) 482-8800
                                                            • Catering
                                                              Please contact Katherine Woods for questions about catering.<br />(773) 281-3310 ext. 21
                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                              Francesca’s on Chestnut proudly offers special events in our private dining room for business, family & social event for group of 10 to 60. Our philosophy of simple, rustic cooking served in a casual sophisticated trattoria setting translates flawlessly to group dining.
                                                            • Private party contact
                                                              Katherine Woods: (312) 482-8800 ext. 2
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