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Francesca's Tavola, Arlington Heights, IL

Francesca's Tavola

4.6
4.6
2280 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Francesca's Tavola is located in Arlington Heights and features a casually sophisticated ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.
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  • Funfetti Cake

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate your special occasion with Francesca’s with our NEW funfetti cake. you can enjoy a full-size cake (feeds up to 8 people) for the table for $40. All you need to do is add this special menu item to your reservation to let our staff know and enjoy a full-size cake filled with deliciousness! PLEASE NOTE: ONE CAKE FEEDS UP TO 8 PEOPLE. A $40 PAYMENT WILL BE DUE AT THE TIME OF YOUR RESERVATION. ALL CAKES MUST BE ORDERED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE FROM YOUR RESERVATION. PARTIES ABOVE 8 ARE RECOMMENDED TO ORDER TWO OR MORE CAKES.
  • EASTER BUFFET 2025

    20 Apr 2025 only
    Join us for an unforgettable Easter brunch experience featuring indulgent carving stations and an array of mouthwatering options to delight your senses. Indulge in our egg station until 3 pm, offering a delightful array of cooked-to-order egg dishes. Later in the afternoon, savor the flavors of Italy with our pasta station, serving up delectable pasta creations crafted with care. Whether you're craving succulent meats from our carving stations or the comforting allure of freshly made pasta, our Easter brunch promises to be a culinary journey you won't soon forget. Reserve your table now and treat yourself to an Easter celebration filled with delicious moments.
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Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 11:30 - 15:00, 15:00 - 18:00,Fri - Sat - 11:30 - 15:00
    Enjoy happy hour at Francesca’s from 3-6 PM on MONDAY-FRIDAYS ONLY. You can now experience Francesca’s favorites for $12 or less! Add this experience to your reservation to let the staff know you are participating in happy hour.

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  • Funfetti Cake

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 15:00 - 21:30,Fri - Sat - 15:00 - 22:00
    Celebrate your special occasion with Francesca’s with our NEW funfetti cake! You can enjoy a full-size cake for the table for $40. Add this experience to your reservation to let our staff know and enjoy a slice of deliciousness! PLEASE NOTE: Payment will be due at the restaurant.

What 2,280 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

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Francesca's Tavola in Arlington Heights offers a delightful Italian dining experience, celebrated for "authentic and delicious" dishes and "friendly staff." Guests appreciate the "great service," with standout dishes like calamari and pasta. Despite occasional service hiccups, it remains a "culinary jewel" with "wonderful atmosphere" and "excellent food."

2,280 Reviews
  1. Jen VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was terrible. Took a few hours to get our food and then longer to get our car from valet because everyone is requested to valet if you dare to find a parking spot on a Saturday night. Not impressed.

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  2. EdieC

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter, Daniel was very attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinners.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Edie! We're thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your meals and found our service attentive at Francesca's Tavola. It's always our goal to provide a memorable dining experience for our guests. We appreciate your high ratings and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. William

    Chicago40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from our server, Mario. Good recommendation on dessert (Lemon Olive Oil Cake).
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 6 days ago
    Hi William, thank you for taking the time to leave us this fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Francesca's Tavola, especially our Lemon Olive Oil Cake. It's always a pleasure to serve our guests and we're glad that you appreciated our service. We can't wait to welcome you back soon for another wonderful dining experience. Best wishes, The Management Team

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  4. Yoshinori VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service. Great hospitality. We were really impressed.

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  5. Jenny Boom Boom

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stopped in for an early dinner. Cocktails and dinner were delicious. Server Kenny was the best!!!
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Jenny! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner and the cocktails. It's wonderful to know that our team was able to provide the best service for you. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  6. George VIP

    Chicago27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, outstanding service Probably best fried calamari in a few years. Light and perfect sauce. Get the chopped salad with crispy prosciutto. All the pastas are great and chicken limone as good as Nonnas
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on 26 February 2025
    Hi George, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Francesca's Tavola! It's fantastic to know that you loved our fried calamari and the chopped salad with crispy prosciutto. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We're also glad that our service met your expectations. We're delighted that you found our food outstanding and our service outstanding. Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best wishes, The Management Team

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  7. Marsha VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    "I love the relaxed feel of this place – like a comfortable dining room in a friends home. I definitely would return to try more dishes. The calamari is the best I have ever had. Our meals of Shrimp Fettucine and Bucatini were fresh and seasoned perfectly. Service was well-timed and friendly, wines were affordable
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on 19 February 2025
    Hello Marsha, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere at Francesca's Tavola and found our dishes to be top-notch. It's fantastic to know that our Shrimp Fettuccine and Bucatini left a lasting impression on you. We take pride in our fresh and well-seasoned food, so it's great to hear that you appreciated our efforts. We're also glad that our service met your expectations. We hope to welcome you back soon for more delicious meals and relaxed evenings. Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Rick VIP

    Chicago41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We go there because it is convenient but very limited menu and all the same all the time. Staff brings us back

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  9. jessica

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for Valentine’s day! They were packed but everything was amazing and we are always so happy with our food from here
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on 19 February 2025
    Hey Jessica, We're thrilled to hear that you chose Francesca's Tavola for your Valentine's Day celebration! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed everything from our food to the atmosphere. We always strive to provide an amazing dining experience, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful meal! Best, The Management Team

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  10. Colleen

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Ken was great and the food was all delicious! We will be back!
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Colleen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Francesca's Tavola. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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Francesca's Tavola is rated 4.6 stars by 2280 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Francesca's Tavola

208 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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Additional information

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet service offered on the weekends.
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