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Franco's Ristorante, Chicago, IL

Franco's Ristorante

5.0
5
659 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
21:00

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Booked 8 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Gluten-free-friendly
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Franco's Ristorante is the perfect combination of old world Italian classics and your new favorite pasta dishes. We've been around for over 27 years and have perfected our craft. Some of our most famous dishes include whipped ricotta tuffo, sausage and peppers, eggplant parmigiana and gnocchi.

Our great food and atmosphere helped us earn the honor of being named the Chicago Reader's 2016 "best place for a cheap date" and "best local restaurant."

You will be wowed when you step inside our bright, airy and modern restaurant. You can enjoy a drink at our new marble-topped bar or cozy up to tables with bright red-leather chairs and banquettes in the dining room. In the summer we are happy to offer outdoor seating that allows dogs.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 225-9566
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Let Franco's Ristorante bring your favorite dishes to you! Contact us to discuss our custom catering packages.
  • Private party facilities
    Franco's Ristorante is the perfect place to host your next private event. Book Franco's for birthdays, anniversary parties, bridal showers, engagement parties, Christenings and holiday parties.
  • Area
    Bridgeport
  • Cross Street
    31st and Princeton Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Redline: Sox/35thGreenline: 35th-Bronzeville-IIT
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

What 659 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Value

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Chicago

    Best Value

  • Chicago

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Chicago

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Franco's Ristorante offers a "charming, old-school Italian experience" with "outstanding service" and "delicious food." Regulars adore its cozy, neighborhood vibe, reminiscent of classic films. The menu is versatile, allowing for personal touches, and the atmosphere is enhanced by Sinatra tunes. Perfect for both casual meals and special occasions.
659 Reviews
  1. Marylou

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wide variety of great menu selections. Enjoyed the meal.

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  2. Marcia

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Catherine was our wait staff and also managing the bar. She was great and gave us special attention. All of the staff worked together- everyone working to make sure we had what we needed and very attentive. The food was delicious and we were able to make some small changes to meet our needs. Overall a very charming restaurant with outstanding service and attention with delicious food.

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  3. Gia

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local family spot! Always a nice time when we go for dinner

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  4. Paul

    VIP

    Chicago

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Franco’s is like dining an Italian restaurant like in the movie Moonstruck. Awesome corner neighborhood restaurant the food was delicious. We frequent the restaurant several times a year. Outstanding !

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  5. Elizabeth

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot. Small, local neighborhood spot. Lots of regulars which says a lot. Loved the food. Great service.

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  6. Georgian

    VIP

    Chicago

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was amazing and our server was right in touch with everything we needed.

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  7. Jeffrey

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly, exceptional service and value. Will return again

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  8. Cindy

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved Franco’s. Small neighborhood place with great food. We’ll be back!

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  9. Sean

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    LOVELY! LOVELY! LOVELY! LOVELY! LOVELY! LOVELY! LOVELY!

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  10. Grant

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was great! We had a really good time. Love everything about Franco’s except for one thing. There was a piece of metal wire in one of the entrees we ordered. But the wait staff was very kind to take away that disk and make a new one for us.

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FAQs

Franco's Ristorante offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Franco's Ristorante also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 225-9566.

Franco's Ristorante is rated 5 stars by 659 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
21:00

Select a time

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Franco's Ristorante

300 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616-4963

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    31st and Princeton Ave.
  • Area
    Bridgeport
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Redline: Sox/35thGreenline: 35th-Bronzeville-IIT
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
    (312) 225-9566
  • Catering
    Let Franco's Ristorante bring your favorite dishes to you! Contact us to discuss our custom catering packages.
  • Private party facilities
    Franco's Ristorante is the perfect place to host your next private event. Book Franco's for birthdays, anniversary parties, bridal showers, engagement parties, Christenings and holiday parties.
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