Francesca's on Chestnut

4.5

2732 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 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

Popular dishes

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

What 2,732 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

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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.

2,732 Reviews

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Bill
Chicago
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Either server was really slow or he had too many tables to serve. No bread service, even when we reminded our server. Not sure if he was a server or the bartender because he spent ALOT of time behind the bar making drinks.
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Sarah
Orlando
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
We ate downstairs where our server was also the bar tender. We were sat and waited a long time for anyone to speak to us. The label next to us who sat after us got water and bread before anyone spoke to us. We had to ask for bread. The server said we had to wait for it to come out of the oven, however when we got it it was cold. Drinks were empty and had to ask for refills which took forever even though the bar was 8 steps from our table. Someone in our party does not drink and asked if the bartender could make a mocktail to which he said no, but did offer a Shirley Temple. Overall the atmosphere was great, the restaurant is beautiful, but the service downstairs kind of ruined it.
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Jane Cain
VIP
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I never expect much on New Year's Eve. However, Franchesca's went over and above in terms of quality, service, and price. We had a wonderful time - never rushed and the food was delicious.
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Josefina
Monterrey
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Todos los platillos son deliciosos, porciones bastante grandes. El servicio fue muy bueno aún y que el restaurante están lleno; Todos muy amables. No pueden perderse el Carpaccio de res como entrada.
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ROBERTA
VIP
Chicago
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pasta with bolognese and pasta with scallops and scampi were both excellent! The homemade pasta was cooked to perfection and the sauces were so flavorful. Our server was friendly and attentive. Francesca’s continues to be a wonderful choice for an evening out!
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martha
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had such a fabulous lunch. My friend ordered the carbonara and loved it. He makes it frequently at home and thought it was the best he had ever had. My entree salad was terrific (alla Francesca) but the gelato and sorbet was the surprise. We don’t usually order dessert but the pistachio gelato and berry sorbet was really delicious.
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Garland
New Orleans
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious! all of it Our waiter was great! It was Christmas night, so the restaurant was very busy, but that added to the holiday ambiance. Lovely experience
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Aldo
Chicago
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Beautiful and good food Waiters constantly watching me when I was paying making me uncomfortable
Francesca's on ChestnutResponded 2 days ago
Hey Aldo, We're really sorry to hear about your recent experience at Francesca's on Chestnut. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for all our guests, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short during your visit. We appreciate your feedback about the service and will certainly look into this matter. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Best, The Management Team
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Dan
VIP
Chicago
105 reviews
5.0
105 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What an excellent spot for Christmas dinner! The place was dilling up, but we were taken right away to our favorite table. We had one old favorite and one holiday special entree, and both of these were excellent (anything with mushrooms is bound to be well nigh perfect.) We picked out the apple crumble and the sticky toffee carrot cake for dessert, in recognition of the occasion, and those were as good as the rest. Service was topnotch and it was all a good night. All stars all round!
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Lisa
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is plentiful and delicious. Atmosphere is joyful and servers too! I highly recommend for a family dinner.
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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 2732 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 1, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Francesca's on Chestnut

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Sautéed Spinach

Spaghetti con Mozzarella

Casarecce alla Boscaiola

Antipasti

Bruschette alla Romana$10.95

Burrata e Asparagi$15.95

Calamari Fritti$17.75

Carpaccio alla Francesca*$16.95

Prosciutto e Rucola*$14.95

Polpette della Nonna$14.95

Cozze Rosso o Bianco$17.95

Carciofi Fritti$13.95

Lenticchie e Spinaci$14.95

Insalate

Insalata alla Francesca$12.95

Insalata Cesare con Pollo*$18.95

Eggplant Caprese$13.95

Insalata della Casa$14.95

Insalata Tre-Colore con Gamberi$17.95

Pomodoro e Salmone*$16.95

Paste

Paccheri alla Vodka e Salsiccia$23.95

Lumache alla Melanzane$19.95

Spaghetti con Mozzarella$18.95

Risotto del Giorno $23.95

Panini e Piatti

Panino di Pesce*$20.95

Francesca's Smash Burger*$16.95

Panino con Salsiccia$16.95

Panino con Polpette $16.95

Contorni

Pasta Aglio e Olio$9.95

Sausage and Peppers$9.95

Sautéed Shrimp$10.75

Roasted Potatoes$7.95

Sautéed Mixed Vegetables$8.95

Sautéed Spinach$7.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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