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Francesca's

Mia Francesca

Italian Restaurant$$$$
Lakeview, Chicago
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    Eli S.
    "Bruschette"(2 Tips)
    Tom
    "their unique seafood dishes."(15 Tips)
    Daniel H.
    "... chicken tortellini, burrata, olive oil, apple tart with cinnamon..."(2 Tips)
    Patti H.
    "Get the BAROLO for wine - it is the best on the menu!"(7 Tips)
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  • Ariana
    ArianaJanuary 10, 2013
    The food here was phenomenal and we were in and out in 40 minutes. The beef carpaccio was delicious and the Pizza Stracchino was so amazing I couldn't stop thinking about it for days.
  • Charley T.heart icon on user image
    Charley ToddOctober 26, 2015
    They change the menu monthly but everything is solid. Our table had 6 dishes - biggest winners were prosciutto con burrata (w/pesto) and the conchiglie alla papalina. Loved this place.
  • John H.heart icon on user image
    John HankusFebruary 12, 2015
    Ravioli is hand made and delicious. Pork chop is really good as well. Texas mule is a delicious cocktail. Save room for dessert, the tiramisu is probably one of the best I've ever had. Sharable.
  • Heather M.heart icon on user image
    Heather MoranSeptember 4, 2012
    One of my very favorites in the city...anything you get is delicious...the portions are really big....plan to share...even the roasted chicken is the best thing ever...great wine list...sit on patio!
  • Allison K.heart icon on user image
    Allison KaminskiJanuary 7, 2016
    One of the best Italian places in the city. Great for dates. Ask for recommendations the waiters won't steer you wrong!
  • Patti H.
    Patti HonackiSeptember 9, 2017
    Awesome food for any occasion. Get the BAROLO for wine - it is the best on the menu!
  • Judene H.heart icon on user image
    Judene HyltonApril 24, 2016
    The rigatoni is awesome with interesting mixes of lentils, goat cheeses and other awesome fish dishes.
  • Maxheart icon on user image
    MaxApril 14, 2018
    Best spaghetti and meatballs I’ve ever had (it’s not on the menu but you can order it)
  • s.
    s.March 2, 2012
    If you're looking for good food, you found it.. If you're looking for good food and quiet atmosphere... I'd suggest keep looking. It's like fine dinning at a concert.
  • Daniel H.heart icon on user image
    Daniel HakimiAugust 17, 2015
    Lobster ravioli, chicken tortellini, burrata, olive oil, apple tart with cinnamon gelato.
  • Tana B.heart icon on user image
    Tana BabcockAugust 20, 2017
    All the pastas are great - definitely come for dinner and not for brunch.
  • Marco H.
    Marco HowellFebruary 25, 2011
    Best Italian in Chicago! Get the Prosciutto app, and any dish with the bolognese sauce. Dessert: Torta Lava a must.
  • Sara F.
    Sara FrizzellMay 27, 2011
    Was amazing! Sat outside and was so romantic. Had spaghetti with mussels. Carpaccio for appetizer. Soooo delish..
  • Derrick H.heart icon on user image
    Derrick HeldtJuly 10, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything
  • Connie M.
    Connie MeehanNovember 3, 2011
    Always an amazing menu. Sit upstairs or in the Coach house - it's quieter.
  • Peter S.heart icon on user image
    Peter St.JohnAugust 10, 2018
    Excellent Pasta! Great service!
  • The International Recipe Syndicate
    Nice little Italian restaurant. Menu is changed daily depending on what is available/in season.
  • Tom
    TomDecember 31, 2009
    Start with the blue cheese & Asparagus salad, then try some of their unique seafood dishes. Get the skate wing if they have it.
  • Judene H.heart icon on user image
    Judene HyltonApril 24, 2016
    Chocolate chip banana bread pudding! Enough said!!!
  • Joshua N.
    Joshua NardNovember 7, 2010
    Excellent. Great staff. Calamari and Risotto was fantastic. Salmone was well prepared. Bread Pudding was perfect.
  • Michael S.heart icon on user image
    Michael SchmittJuly 17, 2021
    Try the sangria Bianca on a hot summer night!
  • Chris B.
    Chris BroylesJune 7, 2011
    Salmone a la Fresca, the Bruschette con rucola and the profiteroles for dessert! Read more
  • TED S.heart icon on user image
    TED SHARPENTERNovember 10, 2014
    great atmosphere, service and of course food!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • Emily D.
    Emily DSeptember 10, 2011
    Do not say "no" to dessert because theirs are amazing! (esp. the chocolate cake)
  • Dane K.
    Dane KantnerMay 25, 2010
    Avg italian but best option in the area... Why is their front awning so low? You have to duck just to walk by on the sidewalk? What little person designed that?
  • Stephanie
    StephanieJuly 12, 2011
    The salmon is delicious! Along with the calamari and really everything else.
  • Nick B.heart icon on user image
    Nick BarellaJuly 12, 2019
    Pasta and red wine
  • Bridget I.
    Bridget IsaiaDecember 9, 2011
    Monte Antica wine and shrimp linguine if they have it!
  • Cyndie C.heart icon on user image
    Cyndie CarlsonNovember 14, 2015
    Grilled Spinach is delish☀️
  • Chefs Feed
    Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014
    Jimmy Bannos Sr., chef of Heaven on Seven, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Roasted chicken. Read more
  • Taylor S.
    Taylor SpenceJuly 24, 2011
    I love linguini noodles with a tomato cream sauce!
  • Nicholas F.
    Nicholas FleesJuly 1, 2011
    You can typically order seafood pasta regardless of whether it's on the menu.
  • Hello K.heart icon on user image
    Hello KittySeptember 22, 2014
    Been numerous time great food.
  • Jeff M.
    Jeff MarcilliatApril 25, 2010
    The upstairs is a cool place to sit. It's quieter but it is very hot as it is above the kitchen.
  • Ericheart icon on user image
    EricNovember 5, 2017
    Great meal every time
  • Ben F.
    Ben FosterApril 15, 2010
    Awesome restaurant...don't bother going for Mayor, there's a guy who lives around the corner who fake checks in at 7 in the morning.
  • Matthew R.
    Matthew RegnoldMarch 16, 2014
    Great service and very accommodating.
  • Drew Dallas D.
    Drew Dallas DeardorffApril 23, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    I ALWAYS recommend the Salmon! My favorite dish on the menu!
  • MEREDITH P.heart icon on user image
    MEREDITH POLLOCKOctober 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Yum! Best Place Ever.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoFebruary 15, 2011
    Thought you’d want to know: Scott Harris has been nominated for Restaurateur of the Year in Time Out Chicago’s 2011 Eat Out Awards. Vote now! Read more
  • Philip P.
    Philip PetersonJune 23, 2012
    Service was very Mediocre...caesar salad was far from traditional or worth ordering and don't order the "house" wines" pinot grigio not good
  • Stephen G.
    Stephen GayMarch 25, 2010
    Great food, service and wine list. Taste the wines by the glass before buying the bottle.
  • John R.
    John RMarch 13, 2010
    The servings are huge. You'll have leftovers to take home.
  • Jennifer W.
    Jennifer WascoAugust 13, 2010
    The gnocchi was so delish - very rich!
  • sexgenderbody
    sexgenderbodyMarch 20, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    get the carpaccio appetizer. oh. my. god.
  • Darcy
    DarcyApril 6, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Eat. Drink. Be Merry.
  • Eli S.heart icon on user image
    Eli SpeigelJune 1, 2015
    Bruschette
  • Arte y Vida Chicago
    Arte y Vida ChicagoAugust 28, 2010
    Arugula pizza sooo happy with it.
  • Sonali F.
    Sonali FernandoFebruary 26, 2012
    Beta was the worst server I have ever had. Dinner was decent. Dessert was awesome. Service was terrible.
  • Ben F.
    Ben FosterJanuary 23, 2010
    Pepe imbotitti is a delicious starter
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