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Francois Frankie, Chicago, IL

Francois Frankie

4.5
4.5
201 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Francois Frankie is an American Brasserie featuring a rotating carousel bar and food from Executive Chef Matt Ayala in the heart of Chicago's Loop area. Perfect for dinner before the theater, the menu highlights French classics like escargot, steak tartare, mussels and steak frites, alongside contemporary American fare, including one of the city''s best cheeseburgers.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Cocktail Bar, French American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 15:15–20:30 Sat 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (312) 600-9659
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Ayala
  • Private party facilities
    Let our team help with any group dining or reception needs! Francois Frankie can accommodate groups of up to 200. Our private dining options are ready for your review.
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Cross Street
    Randolph & Franklin
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    CTA Clark & Lake Stop (Blue, Brown, Orange, Green, Purple, Pink Lines)Metra Oglivie Transit Center
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 201 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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francois Frankie offers a "wonderful experience" with its unique ambiance, featuring a carousel bar that's a must-see. The "French onion soup was the best" and the cocktails are a hit. Located conveniently near theaters, it's perfect for pre-show dining. The service is commendable, with standout menu items like the crab cakes and steak frites.

201 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando1 review

    3.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was Ok, drinks were good. Overpriced for the quality. I would not go again but it was nice to try.

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  2. Marcia

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything our dining experience. Will definitely return.

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  3. ShabS

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great spot, good ambience, rotating bar, like a speak easy with great food and drinks.

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  4. NeCoov VIP

    Chicago47 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great but some of the food really missed the mark. Brussels sprouts chips were good but need some type of dipping sauce. Recall salty. I ordered sea bass and it may have been one of the worst fish entrées I have ever ordered. It was a $44 dollar entree which is insane and the fish itself had no flavor at all. It sat atop a plate of acidic tomato broth and beans- just awful. My husband ordered the French dip, short rib sandwich and that was the star dish the night and the french fries were good. If I came back, it would only be for a drink. The cocktail I had was not very good either, but the wine was fine.

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  5. Jeffrey

    Chicago123 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful menu, pleasant surroundings, a real find in the theater/ opera district

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  6. Joan VIP

    Chicago18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was sketchy at first but it improved midway through the meal.

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  7. Lulia

    Chicago1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We enjoyed the ambiance and the service. However, our food was overpriced for the quality and amount of food we received. The lettuce on our salad was wilted and the steak was dry. We won’t be back there.

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  8. Ann VIP

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was passable. Not authentic French Bistro, definitely an American take. Service was good. Big screen tvs ruined the vibe.

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  9. Carol VIP

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place, beautiful bar. Food - very good with reasonable, prices. Great cocktails and nice wines by the glass to compliment the food. Service was very good even as restaurant got more crowded. Nice for pre-theater dining. We will be back

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  10. Ryan VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overlooked gem in the Loop. Provides the perfect combination of fun and unique experience while still offering amazing food.

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Francois Frankie is rated 4.5 stars by 201 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Google Map for Francois Frankie

222 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60606

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Randolph & Franklin
  • Area
    Downtown / Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 15:15–20:30 Sat 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Cocktail Bar, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    CTA Clark & Lake Stop (Blue, Brown, Orange, Green, Purple, Pink Lines)Metra Oglivie Transit Center
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Ayala
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 600-9659
  • Private party facilities
    Let our team help with any group dining or reception needs! Francois Frankie can accommodate groups of up to 200. Our private dining options are ready for your review.
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