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Francesca - Lincolnwood, Lincolnwood, IL

Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.6
4.6
350 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 42 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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 areas

Additional information

  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • 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 350 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
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!

350 Reviews
  1. Rebecca

    VIP

    Chicago

    27 reviews

    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first time at this location. The food was pretty good but the service was not great. They seemed to ignore us. My husband had to go up to the bar to pay the bill because no one was coming by our table and we couldn’t flag anyone down. And when I went to the host stand to get our coats from the coat check no one was there and the server who came to take out coat ticket was a little nasty. We probably won’t be going back.

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  2. Nancy

    VIP

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time at this location and I thought food and service was excellent. Our waiter was great and everything we ordered was very good. Some of us had pasta and others chicken dishes and they all were very tasty. We will definitely be back.

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  3. jack

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second visit to the restaurant in the last two months. Tried different appetizer and entree this time. Just as delicious as what we had on our first visit. Quality and taste of the food is excellent!

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  4. Karen

    VIP

    Chicago

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was excellent food, attentive service. Excellent appetizers, main courses, cocktails and desserts.
    Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Karen, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, appetizers, main courses, cocktails and desserts. It's always our goal to provide excellent service and a memorable dining experience, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Mia Francesca Lincolnwood soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. Wendy

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was amazing however it was a birthday celebration and although we ordered a dessert a candle or acknowledgment would of been nice. Not recommended for a birthday but will definitely return for dinner. 1st visit at this location, overhead parking was a plus since it was snowing.

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  6. Leslie

    VIP

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    So pleased to be reminded of all the good times our friends and family had at Francesca's on Bryn Mawr -- this new Francesca's in Lincolnwood has many of our favorite dishes from Bryn Mawr, together with really outstanding service. Very good Italian food, with enough non-pasta options to please everyone. Special favorites are their lentils and spinach appetizer and their profiteroles for dessert. Caution: It's cold in the diningroom, so wear a sweat or jacket, and parking is tricky, and leave extra time. Enjoy.
    Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Leslie! We're thrilled to hear that you and your friends and family enjoyed your time at Mia Francesca Lincolnwood. It's wonderful to know that our Bryn Mawr favorites are still popular, and we're glad you appreciated our non-pasta options. We strive to provide a diverse menu and top-notch service, and we're glad you had a great experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable meals. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Steve

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal with fried calamari appetizer and 3 different pasta dishes, all excellent. Service was great and and not noisy at all though it was a Monday night.

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  8. Rochelle

    VIP

    Chicago

    37 reviews

    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was perfect and vibe is fun. Seats are comfortable and menu has good variety. Caesar said was excellent. Here’s where there’s room for improvement. The noise level, considering the population at the restaurant, is ridiculously loud. Cod had too much sauce and salt, pasta dish was uninteresting.

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  9. Yvonne and Tony

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pasta we ever had. Great service and the mussels were fantastic! We had a great night!!

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  10. Deborah

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a FABULOUS birthday dinner at Mia Francesca. Shared the asparagus salad, which was very fresh and delicious. Had the rigatoni alla vodka and rolli alla Francesca (in-house made pasta!) entrees. Both were exceptionally well-prepared. (Honestly, the rolli was one of the best pasta dishes I've had in years.) Portion sizes were more than generous. Split the profiteroles for dessert, and they were the perfect end to dinner. Wine list was good. Our waiter, Rene, was on top of things the entire dinner. Atmosphere was wonderful. Will definitely return and bring our family/friends!
    Francesca - LincolnwoodResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Deborah! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous birthday dinner at Mia Francesca Lincolnwood. It's great to know that you enjoyed our fresh asparagus salad, rigatoni alla vodka and rolli alla Francesca, and found them exceptionally well-prepared. We're also glad you loved the profiteroles for dessert! We're delighted that the atmosphere and portion sizes met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you and your family/friends back soon. Best, The Management Team

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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 350 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Francesca - Lincolnwood

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
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