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Frankies - Frankie's Since 1988, Tinley Park, IL

Frankie's Since 1988

4.9 (3903)
$30 and under
Italian
9501 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

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2 people
21:00
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
The Santoro Family has been in the food service industry since 1988. Our Tinley Park location was renovated AND re-branded in May of 2023. We created a new MODERN CHIC vibe...The new name "Frankie's Since 1988" as an ode to our original restaurant on the Southside of Chicago.

No longer a fine dining white tablecloth restaurant. Our new concept more energetic music, vibrant craft cocktails & mocktails along with the same homemade pastas and signature dishes, such as Ciambotta (sausage & peppers), meatballs, Chicken "limone" with a lemon butter & capers sauce amongst others that have been loved throughout the years from Frankie's. We also added authentic southern Italian style pizzas from our Marra Forni oven in the dining room.

Our updated menu is a combination of old classics from the past 16 years in Tinley Park and new items with the same wonderful service guests have come to know and love from Frankie's.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    For Off Site Catering Events, Please Visit WWW.FRANKIESSINCE1988.COM For Menu And Information
  • Private party facilities
    We no longer offer group dining or private events as of 2022.
  • Area
    Tinley Park
  • Cross Street
    171st Street and 94th Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Entertainment
    Live Music With Blake Alexander on Friday, February 10th at 6:30pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NEVERASH CIGAR DINNER AT FRANKIE'S -THURS JUNE 5

    5 Jun 2025 only
    Join us at Frankie's in collaboration with NEVERASH CIGARS on Thursday, June 5 at 6pm. This exclusive event combines the art of house made cuisine, wine & premium cigars. Seats are limited and available by reservation only with a credit card. $150 per guests includes 4 course tasting dinner paired with 2 glasses of wine and bourbon snifter (cash bar for additional beverages) 5 premium NEVERASH cigars Tax & Gratuity 6pm-7pm COCKTAIL HOUR & MINGLING (cash bar) 7pm DINNER MENU INCLUDES 1st Course Romaine salad with imported Italian prosciutto di Parma, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, & Parmesan cheese 2nd Course House made gnocchi with Chef Calandrini's plum tomato basil sauce Main Course Grilled mixed meats drizzled with Sicilian extra virgin olive oil & fresh herbs (skirt steak, pork tenderloin, chicken & Italian sausage) Dessert Course Vanilla bean gelato
    NEVERASH CIGAR DINNER AT FRANKIE'S -THURS JUNE 5 photo

What 3,903 people are saying

Frankie's Since 1988 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Italian

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Ambience

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Child-friendly

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Lively

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Frankie's Since 1988 is an inviting Italian gem with "great food, great atmosphere, great staff." The restaurant offers "delicious cocktails," welcoming service, and a cozy ambiance. Guests rave about the "amazing ravioli" and "top-notch service." Frankie and his team deliver a "family-like experience" ensuring a memorable dining outing.
3,903 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was accommodating as this was our 20th wedding anniversary. Staff was attentive, food was delicious, ambiance was great. I highly recommend.

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  2. Christina VIP

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great evening at Frankie’s with amazing food and service ❤️

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  3. Juliana

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frankie's is truly a gem of the southwest suburbs. Each and every visit comes with consistently excellent service and vibrant, flavorful food. The staff truly make you feel at home while providing a taste of Italy right here in Chicagoland! There is no better place to dine than Frankie's.

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  4. Robert VIP

    Chicago81 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frankie’s… best Resturant in Tinley-Orland area. Frankie’s Signature Martini is absolutely superb and a wonderful starter. Anything out of their Pizza Oven is excellent… served hot, juicy and tasty. A memorable experience, every visit!

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  5. ken VIP

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time Awesome food Amazing server Decent value Host needs to lose his attitude

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  6. Larry

    Phoenix8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've dined at Frankie's for several years and have never had a bad meal. Everything about this restaurant has been excellent. The owners and wait staff are very friendly and welcoming.

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  7. melissa

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Serives was outstanding amd the food was even better! Can't wait to celebrate again to return:)

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  8. Dan VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great night out at this Italian gem! Ideal for a special night out or just treating yourself to something amazing. The freshly prepared food is delicious and not too heavy. The cocktails were equally impressive! I highly recommend Frankie’s to anyone who loves great Italian food and top-notch service. We will definitely be coming back!

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  9. Shane

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was exceptional! Service was very good. Ambience was relaxing. Food was delicious. It was a great place to dine!!

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  10. Kristen

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I love going to Frankie's. We go at least twice a month. We love the food. We love the whole crew. The vibe is great. Frankie and the team are very accomodating and take customer satisfaction to the next level. You never feel rushed. You always feel like you are amongst family and I would definitely encourage everyone to add Frankie's to their rotation of quality restaurants in Orland.

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FAQs

Frankie's Since 1988 is rated 4.9 stars by 3903 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Southwest Suburbs
  5. Tinley Park

Make a booking

2 people
21:00
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Frankie's Since 1988

9501 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    171st Street and 94th Ave
  • Area
    Tinley Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Live Music With Blake Alexander on Friday, February 10th at 6:30pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For Off Site Catering Events, Please Visit WWW.FRANKIESSINCE1988.COM For Menu And Information
  • Private party facilities
    We no longer offer group dining or private events as of 2022.
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