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Francesca's Tavola, Arlington Heights, IL

Francesca's Tavola

4.5 (2318)
$30 and under
Italian
208 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 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.

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 2,318 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
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's Tavola offers "excellent food" with standout dishes like calamari and Nonna's meatballs. Guests appreciate the "friendly and attentive" service and "comfortable dining room" ambiance. While some noted slower service and reservation issues, the restaurant remains a "favorite" for its delicious Italian cuisine and memorable dining experiences.
2,318 Reviews
  1. Helen

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The drinks were good, service was good. The food was very average. It used to be great but it’s changed over the last few years.

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  2. Elizabeth VIP

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan17 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Pretty disappointed given my basis of comparison (Mia Francesca’s, Francesca’s on Chestnut). Food was not good, service was very slow…

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  3. George

    Chicago / Illinois17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Colleen was our server, but all the others were very attentive However, it wasn't really busy It remains our fave although the portions are shrinking
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, George! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time at Francesca's Tavola. It's wonderful to know that our team was attentive, even if there weren't many customers. We appreciate your understanding about the shrinking portions, we're constantly working to improve our offerings. We're glad that you're a fan and look forward to your next visit. Thank you again for your kind words! Best, The Management Team

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  4. Cindi

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. The rest of the staff was as well. The food was delicious.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Cindi, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Francesca's Tavola. We're thrilled to hear that our waitress and staff made you feel welcome and that you enjoyed our food. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we strive to make every dining experience a memorable one. We noticed that you rated our value a 4. We're always looking for ways to improve and your input helps us do that. We hope to see you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  5. Jim

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server Kimberly was great. The food was delicious. The owner even came around to see how we were doing. Unfortunately, even though there were plenty of other spots, we were seated right next to some noisy people.
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Jim, Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be great. We truly appreciate your understanding about the noise from other guests. We strive to provide a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for all our guests. We hope to see you again soon at Francesca's Tavola! Best, The Management Team

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  6. Takamasa VIP

    Indiana16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They served even dinner menu plate It was excellent
    Francesca's TavolaResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Takamasa! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Francesca's Tavola. It's always a pleasure to know that our guests are enjoying their meals and our service. We truly appreciate your feedback. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience that exceeds expectations. Looking forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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  7. Kenneth

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Served hot.. Excellent sauces. Large portions.

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  8. ScottandElizabeth

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A favorite location for a quiet respite from a busy full house. Excellent food, reasonable price, outstanding service that makes you feel comfortable without feeling embarrassingly singled out. Highly recommend.

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  9. Mary

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was lovely! The food was delicious. The service was very friendly and attentive from our waitress, those refilling water, delivering food and clearing our table. Based on this night, I definitely recommend Francesca's Tavola!
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on June 16, 2025
    Hello Mary, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Francesca's Tavola. We take pride in our delicious food and friendly service, so it's great to know that those things hit the mark for you. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  10. George VIP

    Chicago / Illinois29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    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
    Francesca's TavolaResponded on June 16, 2025
    George, thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Francesca's Tavola's Outdoor garden. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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Francesca's Tavola is rated 4.5 stars by 2318 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 12 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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