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La Sorella di Francesca
La Sorella di Francesca

La Sorella di Francesca Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.miafrancesca.com
  • Email: lasorellacontact@miafrancesca.com
  • Phone: (630) 961-2706
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:30am - 3:00pm; Monday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 3:00pm - 10:30pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm

    Strollers are not allowed in the dining room due to Fire Safety Regulations.
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Executive Chef: Scott Harris - Chef de Cuisine: Margaro Ochoa
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Special Events & Promotions: We have private rooms that hold parites as small as 8 to as many as 100 people.
    For more information on special events please contact our events coordinator Nancy Gerenstein at 888-937-9009 x152

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Washington
  • Parking: Public Lot
  • Parking Details: Recommended to park one block north on Van Buren in the 5 level parking garage. There is also a 3 level garage located on the opposite side of Washington off of Jefferson Ave.
A word from La Sorella di Francesca
La Sorella di Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio. The Sun proclaims, "La Sorella has, without question, The Best Italian Food in the Western Suburbs."

Located in Naperville, the restaurant encourages the lively art… of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, good, rustic cooking, friendly service and fair prices.

La Sorella is located in the old city hall at 18 West Jefferson Avenue in a beautiful greystone building featuring two enormous arched windows. The restaurant has dining rooms on two floors, each with gorgeous, intricately crafted, antique bars providing the focal point of a lively, inviting atmosphere.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
  • Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
Diner Reviews
  • "The food was overpriced for what you get as far as portions and taste. The waiter kept trying to up sell us everything he could, he was not very attentive to our table otherwise. I noticed that the bus boy did a lot of what he should have been doing. Both upstairs and downstairs were extremely crowded, people rubbing against your chair constantly. The only thing I would say positive about it was that there is a romantic vide to the way its decorated and the lighting. I would never recommend to anyone."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "My wife asked for pork well done and had to return it twice because it was undercooked. My friend asked for carrot cake without whipped cream and it was served with whipped cream. At the these high prices the service should be impeccable."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "The noise level was terrible. Wouldn't go back. Sorry The food and service was great but couldn't talk."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "I loved everything about this elegant restaurant. Food was great, service wonderful, architecturally beautiful building and dining room, view from window tables is fun."
    Dined on 1/15/2014
  • "La Sorella is right in the middle of downtown Naperville. Every time I go, I know I'm going to get great service and a great dinner. La Sorella has the ambiance of some restaurants in the Loop. It's very warm and friendly and a place where friends can meet up for a drink or dinner. This time I had the tilapia. It was cooked to perfection and the bed of cabbage and pancetta was fabulous. I would highly recommend La Sorella as a place to go on a date or just stopping in if you're in the neighborhood. I don't think you'll be disappointed."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "You always get a great dish at Francescas. The fish is always exceptional and their consistency is what is awesome…never a bad meal."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We went here on the Saturday of Valentine's Day weekend so not the best time to critique a restaurant. That being said they did a good job of getting you in and out, it felt a little rushed but nothing horrible. I've eaten here 3 other times and always had a good meal, good service and I really like the atmosphere. This time however was a disappointment in the food category. I ordered the linguine and clams, one of my favorite Italian dishes, and I've never seen clams so small. The bowl was full of linguine and a handful of miniscule clams. I will probably come back here but will never order that dish again. My lady had the half chicken which was delicious, she shared some with me thankfully as I didn't want to "fill up" on pasta."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We went there for lunch on Valentine's Day, our first time there. The wine was good, pizza was great, but the pasta was $20 (different price than the regular lunch menu) and an absolute miss. It was recommended by the server, it was fettuccine with a ragout. It was not good at all and it wasn't hot. My husband had the chicken with potatoes and it was pretty good. He's Italian and we go back to Italy all the time and we are also in the gourmet food business and we were hoping the food would be more authentic. We had been looking forward to going there for a while and unsure if we would come back again. We liked the wine selection, but it is hard to go back to an Italian restaurant if they can't do pasta right. The service was good though."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The food is great, as is the service, but it is just too noisy to be enjoyable."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "The place was hoping. The service, given the volume, was nothing short of outstanding. The servers movements were coordinated with one another and there was little to zero wait on anything in a packed house. I ordered the filet. Medium rare. It was medium well. My guess is the chef pre-cooked the filets due to the crownd. bad call. Quality suffered. I should have gotten the pasta."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "i love going there, never disappointed with the food, everything very good! thank you!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We brought friends who have never been here. Food did not compare to our last experience. Granted, it was Valentine's Day, but the busyness should not have effected the quality of the food. If I did not know that they are capable of better, I would not waste my time and money to return. I will give them one more chance!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We were so glad they were able to accomodate us much earlier than our reservation time. The food is superb, the service was excellent. My only complain was the room was so cold even when the room was packed. I have to keep my scarf and wear my gloves while dining. Gives me flashback whenever we eat in Chinatown, the food is great but they dont heat the room!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "This resturant is one of the established mainstays of downtown Naperville...that said I assume they have added tables to accommodate more patrons. As a consequence you feel like a sardine firmly packed! No private conversations here! Our waitress got our drink order but forgot our appetizer...which was not needed as our dinner orders arrived first.... My husband has always enjoyed yhis place and he even said I that this is our last visitt. Too bad."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We had a great experience! Good food, good service, nice atmosphere,,,,,,,,all around a great experience. We were seat upstairs where the room seems to be quieter than first floor seating adjacent to the bar."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Tables area little tight but the service was great as was the pretty authentic Italian food."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "I went with my girlfriend to this place for valentines day. The food was great. It wasn't amazing but it was really good. The prices were satisfactory. The setting was very romantic though and the waiters were very attentive."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Our favorite neighborhood place. Fit for families or a date. Food is straightforward but almost always great and the service is comfortably attentive. A must for suburban night out. Can be on the loud side but atmosphere, food and service make up for that."
    Dined on 2/9/2014
  • "Upon our recent visit to La Sorella di Francesca's, we were 'wowed' by the entire dining experience! We ordered the Capese Salad and order of risotto- especially fantastic! Then we ate three pasta dishes that were all vegetarian. We finished with the apple tart. Everything was great....but a little pricy."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Not big on chains but finally decided to give them a try. Staff are friendly and food was better than I was expecting givin it is not what I would call classic Italian."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Love the place and make it a regular spot ... Never had less then a great meal."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "We had a wonderful time at La Sorella di Francesca! The food and wine were perfect. It was busy, but the waiter, bus boys, and manager were excellent. It really is an amazing place to go for a night out as a couple or with a big group. Enjoy!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Very busy. Great place, great service, great food."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Food was ok. Limited menu. good to eat at lunch if you are shopping downtown Naperville."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "We took a friend whi is a "foodie" from New York to La Sorella and she was impressed with the entire experience; food, service, wine list and the upscale but cozy feeling of the restaurant."
    Dined on 1/23/2014
  • "What a great night to enjoy with friends - the food was amazing - linguini funghetti and rigatoni with spicy tomato sauce, eggplant and mozzarella, bruchetta with ricotta and prosciutto; great wine and service! The lighting and noise level were perfect, too."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "Like all the Francescas, La Sorella offers upscale Italian that is accessible to the average palate, yet with the fresh-made, diverse ingredients more sophisticated diners will enjoy. We go back over and over again, and we are never disappointed. I have allergies, and the La Sorella staff bends over backwards to make sure I am accommodated and have a delicious meal. Don't miss the lentils and spinach! And the fish preparations are always outstanding. We just love it here."
    Dined on 1/19/2014
  • "The food here is Italian food from Rome. Since Rome is one of my favorite cities it was nice to get reacquainted with its cuisine. It has wonderful salads, pasta and meat dishes and of course it's laid out as Prima and Secondi. However, The prices and portion sections seem to be American in nature. Even though the restaurant has his charm with nice details it seems to be too crowded for the space . As if the owners are trying to pack more customers into the space then it can handle. I would suggest this restaurant to go to during the week day and to leave your weekends to go somewhere else"
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "Went for an impromptu date. Great food, great service. Waiter was attentive, knew his food and provided good descriptions. Great experience."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "We took our daughter out to dinner before taking her back to college. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was good, and noise level - though active, did allow us to have a nice conversation."
    Dined on 1/10/2014
  • "The Salmon was absolutely amazing! Just too bad for me my wife was the one that ordered it!"
    Dined on 1/12/2014
  • "My husband and I enjoyed a meal here Saturday night and it was as delicious as it has ever been. I ate too much, that is for sure! The food here is irresistible! The only negative would be too generous portions. Most people would consider that a plus."
    Dined on 1/11/2014
  • "We go there at least once a month....love it. Great food, attentive service. Perfect EVERYTIME!"
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "Fantastic food, service and location, we loved the entire experience."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "It was a snowy night so the restaurant was pretty empty but we received excellent service and delicious food. I have been here before on a Saturday night and it can be quite loud but this time it was extremely quiet. I will definitely go back."
    Dined on 1/1/2014
  • "Best Italian food on downtown Naperville. Nothing beats the ambiance."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "In spite of it being New Year's Eve, La Sorella hit a home run for dinner. Every item we ordered was spot-on perfect, and the service was attentive and friendly. Without a doubt the best New Year's dining experience we've ever had."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Food was so savory n tasty. Nice scenic n romantic when they lowered the light."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Made last minute reservation for lunch because we were downtown Naperville for last minute shopping. We like La Sorella because they are consistent. The dishes are simple, flavorful, good. I added a couple scallops to my pasta dish-delicious!"
    Dined on 12/24/2013
  • "There were 6 in our party and the food was OUTSTANDING for ALL of us. Truly I can't say enough about the meal. To get the full experience of this restaurant ask to be seated on the first floor. Just better...at least to me. Nothing is wrong with sitting upstairs but the first floor has a little more class. The food is super no matter where you sit."
    Dined on 12/21/2013
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  • Easter Brunch & Dinner Reservations
    Sunday, April 20, 2014›
    La Sorella di Francesca will be opened Easter Sunday from 11:00-8:00. Our early day menu will feature lunch options in addition to our full menu.
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Diners' Choice Awards
  • West Suburbs Winners
  • Italian
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Plan your next party here
La Sorella's philosophy of simple, rustic cooking - served in a casual sophisticated dining atmosphere - is one that we … proudly carry over to event planning. We have everything you need to make your party a success. Continued
Great for events up to: 150 100
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