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Francesca's Tavola, Arlington Heights, IL

Francesca's Tavola

4.5 (2308)
$30 and under
Italian
208 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Francesca's Tavola is located in Arlington Heights and features a casually sophisticated ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Francesca's Tavola offers large scale and small scale catering options. Please contact our restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Accommodate up to 200 guests for a buyout.
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington Heights
  • Cross street
    Three blocks south of Northwest Highway
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet service offered on the weekends.
  • Public transit
    Just a five minute walk from the Arlington Heights Metro Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Funfetti Cake

    Multiple dates available
    Celebrate your special occasion with Francesca’s with our NEW funfetti cake. you can enjoy a full-size cake (feeds up to 8 people) for the table for $40. All you need to do is add this special menu item to your reservation to let our staff know and enjoy a full-size cake filled with deliciousness! PLEASE NOTE: ONE CAKE FEEDS UP TO 8 PEOPLE. A $40 PAYMENT WILL BE DUE AT THE TIME OF YOUR RESERVATION. ALL CAKES MUST BE ORDERED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE FROM YOUR RESERVATION. PARTIES ABOVE 8 ARE RECOMMENDED TO ORDER TWO OR MORE CAKES.

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM
    Enjoy happy hour at Francesca’s from 3-6 PM on MONDAY-FRIDAYS ONLY. You can now experience Francesca’s favorites for $12 or less! Add this experience to your reservation to let the staff know you are participating in happy hour.

    Happy Hour Photo
  • Funfetti Cake

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 3:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Celebrate your special occasion with Francesca’s with our NEW funfetti cake! You can enjoy a full-size cake for the table for $40. Add this experience to your reservation to let our staff know and enjoy a slice of deliciousness! PLEASE NOTE: Payment will be due at the restaurant.

What 2,308 people are saying

Francesca's Tavola 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's Tavola offers an inviting atmosphere with "consistently good food" and a friendly, attentive staff. Known for standout dishes like calamari and Nonna's meatballs, guests appreciate the "wonderful dining experience" and generous portions. While some found service slow during peak times, many highlight its "great menu choices" and delicious Italian cuisine.
2,308 Reviews
  1. George VIP

    Chicago / Illinois28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside and it was really nice. Quiet, Beutiful flowers and serene

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  2. emily VIP

    Iowa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience,perfect spot for a weekday anniversary dinner! Prices were fair and the food was amazing!! Our server Juan R was friendly and constantly checking on us to make sure we had a good time.

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  3. Roger

    Chicago / Illinois14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family attended 60th wedding anniversary dinner. We were treated like royalty. Wait staff was exceptional.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Roger, we appreciate your positive feedback about your experience. Thank you for helping us spread the word about our restaurants. We will be sure to share your kind words with our wait staff. Your experience is important to us and we look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  4. Stephen VIP

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had mussels with spicy marinara sauce for appetizer. Split the flounder entree. Overall a great experience!

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  5. Jan VIP

    Chicago / Illinois21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good, the meatballs are fantastic and a perfect lunchtime meal for my 90 year old mom and me, too.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 7 days ago
    Hey Jan, thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your mom enjoyed our meatballs - they're indeed a favorite among our guests. It's great to know that you found our lunchtime meal perfect for your needs. We can't wait to serve you and your mom again soon! Best, The Management Team at Francesca's Tavola.

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  6. James

    Southwest Florida1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a good dining experience at Francesca’s in AH. We were there for lunch on a Monday & it was very quiet. Might recommend closing on Monday to give your staff a day off on a low volume day. Our staff waiter was very good & food was so fresh & delicious. Will definitely go back!
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on June 5, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, James! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience at Francesca's Tavola. It's wonderful to know that our fresh and delicious food left a positive impression on you. We're also glad that our staff's service met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal.

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  7. Amy

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was nice but not spectacular. Food didn’t have much flavor and was only moderately hot. I’ve had much better vodka pasta. I thought it was a tad expensive-$50 for an entree and one glass of wine - no appetizers or salads or dessert. Overall it was just ok

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  8. John

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. The lasagna was amazing. We will definitely be back.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on May 30, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, John! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our lasagna and found the food to be great. Your words mean a lot to us. We're looking forward to your next visit at Francesca's Tavola. See you soon!

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  9. Kelly VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was excellent. He was attentive but did not rush us.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on June 5, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Kelly! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We always aim to provide excellent service, and it's great to know that we hit the mark during your visit. We appreciate your understanding about the rush, and we'll take it into consideration for our future guests. We hope to see you again soon at Francesca's Tavola!

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  10. William VIP

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Very disappointing! We arrived promptly for our 7:30 reservation and didn’t receive our main courses until 9 pm. We waited at least 15 min for a server to approach our table. A bus boy saw us waiting and actually took our drink order. Following an appetizer and salads, the hugely incompetent server announced that she “had lost our ticket” and asked us to recall our order. At least 30 min later, our food arrived and it was lukewarm. We will never, ever go there again and will be sure to tell our friends.

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FAQs

Francesca's Tavola is rated 4.5 stars by 2308 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Northwest Suburbs
  5. Arlington Heights

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Francesca's Tavola

208 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Three blocks south of Northwest Highway
  • Neighborhood
    Arlington Heights
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet service offered on the weekends.
  • Public transit
    Just a five minute walk from the Arlington Heights Metro Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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