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Franchesco's, Rockford, IL

Franchesco's

4.6 (1432)
$30 and under
Italian
7128 Spring Creek Rd., Rockford, IL 61107

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2 people
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10:30 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Charming
Beauty, Innovation, and culinary perfection, only begin to describe Franchesco’s Ristorante. A new generation of Salamone’s and a finely tuned management and wait-staff ensemble, promise to deliver on our customers’ demanding expectations. Our continued strive towards excellence, will only ensure our ability to grow our Franchesco’s Ristorante family.

Please make all Benny's at Franchesco's reservations on this page.
All special requests will be noted.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Rockford
  • Cross street
    McFarland Rd
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,432 people are saying

Franchesco's 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Franchesco's offers an "outstanding" dining experience with an inviting ambiance, "excellent" food, and "exceptional" service. Guests appreciate the live music and personal touches from the owner, Benny. While some note minor service lapses and pricing, the overall consensus is that Franchesco's is a "must-visit" for celebrations and fine dining in Rockford.
1,432 Reviews
  1. Alan VIP

    Chicago59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always can count on Francesco’s! Lobster ravioli and chicken Parmesan entrees, coconut shrimp appetizer and a cannoli for dessert. Great family owned venue. Benny always stops to say hello. Best restaurant for a nite out in Rockford.

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  2. Dr Fredric VIP

    Milwaukee27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    very lovely ambience in the main dining room with excellent food and service and wonderful entertainment, which is so so unusual in fine dining restaurants these days. Outstanding experience!

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  3. Kristy

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant dining experience. Food and service were exceptional.

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  4. Stephanie

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a very enjoyable experience. The only downside I'd say was we didn't see our waitress for a long while after food was served Actually didn't see any waiters or waitresses at any tables after we got served for quite a while. No one came to see if we needed anything during dinner But the food was excellent and the waitress was very courteous and nice when we did see her

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  5. Nichole VIP

    Chicago23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointed the food wasn’t better. Overall large restaurant. Seems perfect for groups unlike so many others. We had Prime Rib- good, Lasagna- meh. Similar to anything mediocre. Rigatoni Bolognese tasted like canned pasta. Lobster ravioli was good. Not a ton of flavor but not bad. Seen several tables offered bread, we weren’t 🤷‍♀️ Offered fresh Parmesan- had to remind waiter we said yes and then brought us a shaker..? Salt shaker on table was empty, got a new one that was mixed with pepper. Bathrooms were dirty. Just overall very underwhelming and pricey.

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  6. Debbie

    Minneapolis5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating our engagement, and the ambiance, service, food and drinks were outstanding! We will definitely go back next year when we are traveling back from Florida!!

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  7. Jeffery

    Milwaukee4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I went there for our 25th anniversary. The service was excellent, and the food was amazing. I had the seafood risotto, and the wife had the Benny's steak. Very satisfied. The server made the experience very nice for us and also surprised us with dessert even though we were so full of the main meal. So thoughtful. Highly recommend. My favorite place in Rockford to eat by far.

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  8. Kelsey

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You won’t have a bad meal at Francesco’s. No matter where you favor dining (bar, dining room, patio), the service and quality of food is consistently excellent! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, or just looking for a nice evening out, you can’t go wrong with Francesco’s.

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  9. Teresa

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband ordered the Delmonico steak and didn’t feel he got a good quality meat more like a sirloin than a ribeye at a ($52 price). He does not plan on returning for this reason. He feels he can get a much better steak elsewhere. Service was good. A little pricey but expected that going in.

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  10. MATT

    Chicago1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    must eat in the lounge area as dining room is only open on the weekends, but they don't tell you that until you arrive. tried to have a quiet anniversary dinner, not possible the lounge is super loud and TVs everywhere. Food is very expensive, was not very good. Veal overcooked and no sauce, lasagna was cold in the middle.

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7128 Spring Creek Rd., Rockford, IL 61107

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    McFarland Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Rockford
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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