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Francesca's on Chestnut, Chicago, IL

Francesca's on Chestnut

4.6 (2876)
$30 and under
Italian
200 E. Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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 2,876 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's on Chestnut offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "fantastic food" and "professional, friendly service." Guests enjoy the "great ambiance" and extensive wine list. While some mention noise levels, the restaurant's charm and "amazing pastas" make it a favorite spot. Highly recommended for group dinners and special occasions.
2,876 Reviews
  1. Sara

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Great wine, pasta had a good flavor. Our waiter forgot about us and had to come back multiple times to ask again about what we ordered. Meatballs were slightly cold and we had finished the appetizer before our drinks had even come our. Had the crumble but the dessert sat so long on the line that all the ice cream had melted into a slush. Not worth it for how much we paid

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  2. Jovhanna

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here was mouth watering. Markus went above and beyond with his service. I can’t wait to come back

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  3. Gary VIP

    Atlanta157 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food. Visiting here on business and this was my first time here. We loved it! I especially appreciated getting to substitute vodka sauce on my ravioli.

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  4. bj

    Chicago / Illinois14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Perfectly prepared pastas: calamari tender & chef changed out sause due to my tomato allergy, but then added chopped tomatoes -- I had to use my emergency Benadryl, which made me very drowsy at the theater. Friendly staff despite the crowd! Will return again and remind staff about allergies (Which were listed with my reservation

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  5. Jennifer VIP

    Virginia6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience, good service, food was amazing. We went on a recommendation and it did not disappoint. Reasonably priced, I will go back next time I am in Chicago!

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  6. Frances

    Seattle / Eastern Washington25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was fantastic and the service was good, though our waiter seemed overwhelmed. The other table staff were appropriate and friendly. The restaurant is very loud and could use some baffles. Pet peeve: being served salad when cocktails aren't finished and serving the entree before salad is cleared. I understand the need to turn over tables, but we definitely felt like we were being pressured to finish our meal. We might have sprung for dessert (a loss leader) otherwise. If the food hadn't been so good, this would be a 2 or 3 star rating.

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  7. Dan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois122 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Welcomed warmly and taken at once to our favorite table. We ordered one old favorite and finally got around to trying the Pollo Sasso, which has been added to our New Favorites list. Service topnotch, beverage refills prompt, and everything about the meal was exactly what we'd looked forward to. All stars all round!

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  8. Allyson VIP

    Wisconsin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly, professional service with delicious pastas. We loved the carpaccio!

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  9. Bruce VIP

    Chicago / Illinois12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were delicious. Service was professional, friendly, and accommodating.

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  10. Elizabeth

    Chicago / Illinois20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Went for lunch on a Saturday. Service was excellent from the moment we arrived. Thank you to our server Jorge. Appreciated they recognized my husband’s birthday.

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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 2876 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
7:00 PM
Booked 28 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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