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Fresco Da Franco, Montclair, NJ

Fresco Da Franco

4.4
4.4
1481 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
With over a decade in business, Fresco Da Franco is renowned for its warm and inviting ambiance, coupled with the unmistakable aromas of homemade Italian cuisine. As you step through our doors, you'll be greeted by friendly staff and an atmosphere that exudes both elegance and comfort. Whether you're looking to enjoy a romantic dinner, celebrate a special occasion, or simply unwind with friends and family, our restaurant and bar provides the perfect setting.
Our menu showcases the rich culinary heritage of Italy, with a focus on traditional recipes passed down through generations. To compliment your meal, our Bar Franco has an extensive bespoke Italian drink list carefully crafted by world renowned Italian mixologist Luca Cinalli. Our mixologists hail directly from Italy and bring you an unforgettable bespoke experience of a lifetime.

We look forward in welcoming you and creating lasting memories of exceptional dining and warm hospitality.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (973) 337-5100
  • Website
    http://www.frescodafranco.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppina Porporino
  • Private party facilities
    For any occasion, we will create an event as special as the occasion. For large groups, there is the option to rent out the entire restaurant to have the complete private dining experience.Please email liz@frescomontclair.com
  • Location
    15 Church St, Montclair, NJ 07042
  • Area
    Montclair
  • Cross Street
    Between Bloomfield Ave and Park St.
  • Parking details
    South Fullerton Parking Deck or Crescent Parking Deck
  • Entertainment
    Friday and Saturday Night after 9 p.m. we raise the music to the sounds of Studio 54! Dancing is permitted at your own will!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,481 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Fresco Da Franco offers a charming dining experience in Montclair with "absolutely incredible spot, service was outstanding." While there are occasional service hiccups, the staff is attentive, and the atmosphere is delightful. The menu features standout dishes like grilled octopus and mafaldine seafood pasta, making it a must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

1,481 Reviews

  1. Daniel

    VIP

    New York City

    85 reviews

    4.0

    85 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Came here for Christmas Eve dinner. We booked a table for five and arrived on time. Restaurant was 2/3 empty at 4:30pm. We were led to a 4 person table. Hostess realized it wouldn't fit and asked us to return to the front until she figure out where to seat us. It took some time to figure out where to seat us. But finally we sat down. Food was good, typical Italian. The appetizers were tasty. Entrees were mostly finer, but the seafood squid ink spaghetti was okay, not the best I have tasted. Service was also good; our waitress (an Italian girl) was friendly and attentive. Food arrived very fast; and empty plates were cleared out even faster. The holiday rush I guess.

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  2. Lillian

    New York City

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Servers are very nice and accommodating, pleasant atmosphere and good food.

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  3. Arthur

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Service and food. Waiters and staff very professional and attentive to your needs. Top notch restaurant.

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  4. Jeanne

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best Caesar salad I have ever had. The wait service is impeccable.

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  5. Sheila

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The new menu item, chicken saltimbocca, was excellent. Including marsala sauce was perfect. Had it as leftover the next day and it’s still delicious. My new favorite dish.

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  6. Joseph

    New Jersey

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good… staff friendly, but everything slow to get to the table. Finished appetizers before wine arrived…

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  7. Anca

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Let me start by saying that service was impeccable! Starting with the hostess being very attentive and nice, to our server that was 10/10! Food wise, we ordered the tuna tartare which was good. Not a classic tartare but really good! A very nice surprise with the tonato sauce, paired with micro greens and freshly toasted bread and olive oil on the table. We continued our meal with two seafood dishes and the shrimp and mussels were cooked beautifully. The restaurant offers a nice cozy atmosphere and did we mention that the service and the staff were amazing? Mr. Franco Porporino (the owner) seems to care very much about his restaurant and customer satisfaction and that left us very impressed. All the best and happy holidays, Anca & Liv

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  8. Jill

    New Mexico

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Thanksgiving experience. Food, service and ambiance were amazing.

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  9. Jacob

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s extremely loud in the restaurant. Sound absorption panels would do wonders

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  10. Jayme

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Appetizers were amazing and flavorful which meant that when we received the main course expectations were high. However they fell flat. Almost like the apps were the focus and the main dishes were an after thought. Not bad, just “meh” compared to the apps (except the lamb dish, which our waiter highly recommended). This was the consensus from our entire party. For the prices, we expected to be amazed throughout the courses. If I came back here, it would only be for the appetizers. Also, the volume of the crowded place was so loud we could barely hear each other at the dinner table. Also didn’t help that the tables were so close together you could barely walk by. Honestly, the overall experience was not worth the huge bill.

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FAQs

Fresco Da Franco offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 337-5100.

Fresco Da Franco is rated 4.4 stars by 1481 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 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Fresco Da Franco

15 Church St, Montclair, NJ 07042

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Bloomfield Ave and Park St.
  • Area
    Montclair
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Sun 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    South Fullerton Parking Deck or Crescent Parking Deck
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Giuseppina Porporino
  • Entertainment
    Friday and Saturday Night after 9 p.m. we raise the music to the sounds of Studio 54! Dancing is permitted at your own will!
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.frescodafranco.com/
  • Phone number
    (973) 337-5100
  • Private party facilities
    For any occasion, we will create an event as special as the occasion. For large groups, there is the option to rent out the entire restaurant to have the complete private dining experience.Please email liz@frescomontclair.com
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