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Francesca's on Chestnut, Chicago, IL

Francesca's on Chestnut

4.6 (2891)
$30 and under
Italian
200 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 63 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Francesca's Family of Restaurants has opened its doors in 2009 on Chestnut Street in Chicago's famous Gold Coast neighborhood. The restaurant brings Mia Francesca's famous rustic, Italian cuisine to the 150-seat space.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact Katherine Woods for questions about catering.<br />(773) 281-3310 ext. 21
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca’s on Chestnut proudly offers special events in our private dining room for business, family & social event for group of 10 to 60. Our philosophy of simple, rustic cooking served in a casual sophisticated trattoria setting translates flawlessly to group dining.
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Cross street
    Michigan Ave
  • Parking details
    Valet is offered through The Seneca Boutique Apartments at $16. Metered street parking and parking garages are also available in close proximity.
  • Public transit
    We are accessible via the Chicago red line stop as well as the 151, 145, 146 and 147 Chestnut & Michigan CTA bus stop. The closest L stop is State and Chicago.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,891 people are saying

Francesca's on Chestnut 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's on Chestnut offers "delicious pastas" with "excellent service," making it a "go-to restaurant" for many. It's conveniently located near the theater, perfect for dinner and a show. While some reviews mention noise and service hiccups, the "food is amazing," and standout staff like Tiffany and Marcus enhance the dining experience.
2,891 Reviews
  1. bj

    Chicago / Illinois14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Crowded but food arrived in good time & large quantities, calamari very crispy, hot & tasty; shrimp linguine was tender, seasoned very well but was supposed to be white wine & olive oil (allergy accommodation) it was unfortunately also loaded with butter which overwhelmed the garlic & delicate chiffonade the chef added. Waiter was great.

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  2. Dwain VIP

    Chicago / Illinois12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Francesca's has become our go-to Italian restaurant in the neighborhood. Even though the menu is pricey, the genuine friendliness and talent of the wait staff outweighs that as well as the wonderful consistency of the menu items.

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  3. Douglas VIP

    Chicago / Illinois23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Among the noisiest restaurants we have ever been to!!! That being said, service was good and the food came out within a few minutes….almost too fast…was it pre made? Food was good and the bill was very reasonable.

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  4. Dan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois124 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A warm welcome and our favorite table started an excellent evening. We went with one of our usual entrees, and for the other experimented with a combination of two sides--the pasta side and the sausage and peppers--to see if they made a meal. The portions were ample, and that experiment was a complete success. Service was as swift and warm as the food. All Stars all round!

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  5. Julie

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good, but overpriced. It took so long to have our wine that we almost finished the food when we got it. Restaurant charges a 3% fee that “you can request to remove, as needed”, if you feel like arguing about it! We were also charged for extra croutons, but nothing was offered to help us forget about the fact that service was rude and they forgot 1 of our meals. When my plate got to the table, everyone else was done. Not worth going.

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  6. Zachary

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    My pork chop was severely overcooked and my waitress never came around to ask if it was good. I would’ve expected the most expensive menu item to be cooked to perfection. Everything else was perfect food wise though

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  7. Robert

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, lovley service in a pretty venue. Service was personal and presentation pretty.

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  8. Mike VIP

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fried artichoke happy hour special was outstanding. Then, the lasagna could be the best lasagna we’ve ever had. Finally; the chocolate tort was so good! Truly an outstanding meal!

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  9. Tom

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is very good, the service was slooow and we could not hear each other across the table.

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  10. Jeff VIP

    Chicago / Illinois66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time as always Food perfect Very busy Staff excellent Location in our neighborhood

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FAQs

Francesca's on Chestnut offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 482-8800.

Francesca's on Chestnut is rated 4.6 stars by 2891 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 63 times today
Google Map for Francesca's on Chestnut

200 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Michigan Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet is offered through The Seneca Boutique Apartments at $16. Metered street parking and parking garages are also available in close proximity.
  • Public transit
    We are accessible via the Chicago red line stop as well as the 151, 145, 146 and 147 Chestnut & Michigan CTA bus stop. The closest L stop is State and Chicago.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please contact Katherine Woods for questions about catering.<br />(773) 281-3310 ext. 21
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca’s on Chestnut proudly offers special events in our private dining room for business, family & social event for group of 10 to 60. Our philosophy of simple, rustic cooking served in a casual sophisticated trattoria setting translates flawlessly to group dining.
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