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Francesca - Lincolnwood, Lincolnwood, IL

Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.6
4.6
323 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 43 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–21:30 Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (847) 262-4900
  • Website
    https://www.davantienoteca.com/lincolnwood-il/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    4436 W Touhy Ave, Lincolnwood, IL 60712
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 323 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca - Lincolnwood offers "amazing food" and "gorgeous ambiance," making it a favorite for many. Guests rave about their "terrific ambiance and service" and delicious Italian dishes like fresh pasta and Chicken Milanese. The outdoor patio is a standout feature, and the attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience.

323 Reviews

  1. Darla

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The service needs work. We waited a long time just to get water, then bread, the same. The music is a pounding sound rather than actual music appropriate to the ambience. My pasta was too Al dente. Other than that, the energy is happy and friendly. I’m sure they’re still ironing out the kinks, but these things shouldn’t happen.

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  2. Lee

    Chicago

    104 reviews

    5.0

    104 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time here celebrating my 77th! Great food, service & an opera singer wishing me a Happy Birthday. The server & the manager were very attentive. We will return!

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  3. Marcia

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at this Mia Francesca. Server was great. Food was delicious. Will definitely go again

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  4. Ray

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and hospitality. Enjoyed the food, wine and ambiance. We will definitely be back soon.

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  5. Lauren

    Chicago

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Terrific service and delicious food. Our servers were very attentive and accommodating. Portions were more than ample. We will definitely be back.

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  6. Judy

    Chicago

    42 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious dinner -- wonderful execution. Pastas and salmon were cooked perfectly. Everything was tasty.

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  7. Christopher

    Milwaukee

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic drinks, food and service at this convenient location on the corner of Lincoln & Touhy! Don’t miss the access from the parking garage directly into the restaurant…no need to go out in the rain or snow from your parking spot! Try the focaccia… thin, crispy, full of creamy cheese and topped with spreadable honey… YUM! The filet special and white fish were full of flavor and cooked to perfection. Kaitlyn & Cindy’s service was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. Decor is trendy and has a fun vibe with 1/2 an old Fiat sticking out of the wall. Lively atmosphere without being obnoxiously loud. Give it a try!

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  8. jack

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first visit to the restaurant. Food and service were top notch! Just a touch and the noisy side, but the main dining room is very large and the place was packed since it was a Saturday night. We’ll definitely be going back.

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  9. Yael

    Chicago

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food in a nice atmosphere. Excellent service. Parking is a challenge.

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  10. Carl

    Chicago

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Super food, great service, and a stylish atmosphere.

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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 323 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 43 times today

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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
  • Area
    Lincolnwood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri 17:00–21:30 Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–20:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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