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Francesca's Tavola, Arlington Heights, IL

Francesca's Tavola

4.6 (2297)
$30 and under
Italian
208 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • 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.
  • MOTHER'S DAY BUFFET 2025

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us for an unforgettable Mother's Day brunch experience featuring indulgent carving station and an array of mouthwatering options to delight your senses. Indulge in our egg station until 3 pm, offering a delightful array of cooked-to-order egg dishes. Later in the afternoon, savor the flavors of Italy with our action pasta station, chef's selected pasta with selected sauces& accoutrements. Whether you're craving Porcini crusted Prime Rib from our carving station or the comforting allure of freshly made pasta, our Mother's Day brunch promises to be a culinary journey you won't soon forget. Reserve your table now and treat your Mom to a Mother's Day celebration filled with enjoyable & memorable moments. $58 ADULTS | $17 CHILDREN
    MOTHER'S DAY BUFFET 2025 Photo

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 - Sat - 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 2,297 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

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's Tavola offers a cozy ambiance and "always great food," with standout dishes like Nonna's meatballs and calamari. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "wonderful pasta dishes." While some note it can be "a little loud," the attentive staff and delicious menu make it a local favorite.

2,297 Reviews
  1. Jan VIP

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nonna’s meatballs are terrific and Rene is always very pleasant.

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  2. Jerome

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service a bit slow at lunch but food and ambiance were very good.

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  3. Perry VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is always good and atmosphere is generally good although there was some drywall on the support beams near our table that need repair. Service was consistently good although we did not receive a “Specials” menu until after the second time mentioning it to our waiter. My biggest complaint was the way ice tea and soft drinks were served…in a clear plastic to go cup with a lid! I was going to complain, but saw they were serving it that way to the entire restaurant. Management should realize “to go” cups do not align with the dining experience one pays for at Francesca’s. Overall though, Francesca’s is a very good restaurant and always delivers a good dining experience.

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  4. Christina

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time here, although we've driven by it 100's of times. Food was delicious. Service was great. Celebrating our anniversary, and they gave us a treat in recognition. Overall, wonderful meal. Highly recommend if you like good, quality Italian food. Thank you Francesca's for making our Anniversary celebration memorable.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Christina, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that our team provided you with excellent service during your visit. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again in the future. Sincerely, Management team

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  5. patricia

    Puerto Vallarta2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our serve Raya was amazing. She was on top of everything making sure we were always good and recommending the best dishes. Food was soooo good!

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  6. Carolyn

    Chicago52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and experience! You have to get Nonna’s meatballs - they are the BOMB!

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  7. Sandy

    St. Louis14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful. Delicious food beautifully presented. A very nice selection for Easter. Outstanding service.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on April 24, 2025
    Hey Sandy, We're over the moon to hear such glowing feedback! It's always a pleasure to serve you at Francesca's Tavola and we're thrilled that you enjoyed our Easter menu. We always aim to provide a beautiful presentation and top-notch service. Thank you for your kind words and we look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  8. Laura

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The seating was not comfortable . The backs of the booths would slide frequently by those sitting behind us and effect our space. The leg roomwas already extremely tight and uncomfortable. I heard this from others. Please try and take care of this problem, I know it’s not something new. The food was excellent! Thank you!

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  9. John

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brought the family on Easter for the buffet. We really were not expecting a great experience since holiday brunch’s are usually just ok. It was rainy when we pulled up and were greeted by very nice valet service. Once inside we waited for a low table. The space was busy but not too crowded. Greeted by a very nice staff. The buffet was very, very good. Italian charcuterie, salads, hot dishes, carving station, omelette station and desserts. The whole family agreed, everything was delicious. We can’t say enough about our experience and can’t wait to try the regular menu. Thank you Francesca’s for a wonderful Easter.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on April 24, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, John! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had a great time at Francesca's Tavola for Easter. It's wonderful to know that our buffet exceeded your expectations and that you all enjoyed every dish. We strive to provide a variety of delicious options for all our guests, and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We look forward to serving you again soon, with our regular menu! Best, The Management Team

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  10. Darren

    Pittsburgh25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food and service, everyone was polite and attentive. Loud and a little cramped,
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on April 24, 2025
    Hey Darren, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Francesca's Tavola! It's great to know that our food and service met your expectations. We apologize if the noise level was a bit high during your visit and we appreciate your feedback. We're always striving to improve and your feedback helps us do that. We hope to see you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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Francesca's Tavola is rated 4.6 stars by 2297 OpenTable diners.

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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 30 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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