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Francesca's Vicinato, Palos Park, IL

Francesca's Vicinato

4.7 (1681)
$30 and under
Italian
12960 South LaGrange Rd., Palos Park, IL 60464

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Francesca’s Vicinato is located in vibrant downtown Palos Park. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
    (708) 671-1600
  • Website
    https://www.miafrancesca.com/location/francescas-vicinato/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Pick-up, delivery and on-site full service catering options available. Contact 708-671-1600 for more information
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca's Vicinato is the perfect place to host your private event! We have rooms that accommodate groups 15-125 for a semi-private or private event or up to 225 with use of the entire restaurant. For inquiries, contact 708-671-1600 or at miafrancesca.com.
  • Location
    12960 South LaGrange Rd., Palos Park, IL 60464
  • Neighborhood
    Palos Hills
  • Cross street
    131st St. and La Grange Rd.
  • Parking details
    Ample parking
  • Public transit
    Pace bus stops at La Grange Road and 131st Metra station Palos Park 127th street and Orland Park 143rd street
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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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 experience to your reservation to let our staff know and enjoy a full-size cake filled with deliciousness! PLEASE NOTE: A $40 PAYMENT WILL BE DUE AT THE TIME OF YOUR RESERVATION. ALL CAKES MUST BE ORDERED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE.

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 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.

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Menu

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What 1,681 people are saying

Francesca's Vicinato 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Kid-friendly

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Neighborhood gem

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's Vicinato delights with "excellent service" and "delicious food," creating memorable dining experiences. The restaurant's "newly remodeled" ambiance enhances its appeal, despite occasional noise. Guests appreciate the "great drinks and wine selection" and menu versatility, including off-menu requests. While some find it "pricey," the attentive staff ensures a welcoming atmosphere and enjoyable meals.
1,681 Reviews

  1. Thomas VIP

    Chicago / Illinois19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Appetizers of Roman Artichokes and Bruschetta were very good. A hit and a miss on our main entrees. Sauteed Flounder with Shrimp, Spinach, Tomatoes, Baby Spinach and Capers in a White Wine Sauce was very good. The Cheese Ravioli with Brown Butter Sauce (off-menu) was a miss as the sauce was broken. The vanilla bean panna cotta with cherry sauce and almonds was outstanding. The newly remodeled space is great for visual ambiance but some serious attention is required to address the rock concert noise level of a half-filled restaurant. Please install some sound deadening materials as conversational discussion at the table was pretty much pointless unless you wanted to scream louder than the next table over.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for the review, Thomas. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed some of your selections for the evening and we apologize for the miss on ravioli. Your feedback on the noise level is well noted and we'll certainly consider these suggestions as we continue to improve our restaurant experience. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again. Best, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  2. Mary

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There were four of us that each enjoyed a wonderful dish. The service was great. We were there pretty early so it wasn’t crowded. Very enjoyable. 
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Mary! We are happy to hear that you and your friends enjoyed your time at Francesca's and that our service and atmosphere met your expectations. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable dining experience soon. Best regards, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  3. cathy VIP

    Chicago / Illinois36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Three people in my party and we all had different meals. Chicken was great! Pasta perfect and steak fantastic.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Cathy, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meals, especially the chicken and filet. We strive to deliver the best quality to our guests and it's always rewarding to hear when we've succeeded. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  4. Theresa

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here with a party of 5. Everyone enjoyed their meal, my white fish was exceptional. Service was excellent. Will happily come back here again!
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Theresa, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  5. Eric VIP

    Chicago / Illinois23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Father’s Day dinner excellent service. Their bread and oil is the best in the business. Great drinks and wine selection.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Eric, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great Father's Day dinner with us. . We strive to provide the best possible dining experience and your feedback is a testament to that. We look forward to welcoming you back to Francesca's Vicinato soon. Best regards, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  6. Megan

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was fantastic. She said her mother used to work for the company and that she’s been eating the food her whole life so she had great recommendations. She was so friendly and attentive. The food was phenomenal and the ambience was perfect.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Megan, Thank you for choosing Francesca's Vicinato! It's great to know that our server's recommendations hit the mark and that our food lived up to your expectations. We're also glad that you appreciated the ambience- we just went through a remodel. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  7. Diane VIP

    Chicago / Illinois41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and Food exceptional. Server Tacho was great. Appreciate the manger Glenda checking on us.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on June 16, 2025
    Diane it is always a pleasure seeing you two. Cheers and see you back soon! Best, Glenda

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  8. Liz

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic experience at Francesca's Vicinato Italian restaurant. From the moment we were greeted by the hostess to being seated and meeting our server, everything was seamless. The cocktails arrived promptly, and the service throughout was exceptional. The food was delicious! We had a couple of special requests for vegan versions of the pasta primavera, and they absolutely delivered—perfectly cooked vegetables in a light, flavorful tomato sauce. Our waiter was attentive and checked in several times to ensure we had everything we needed.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on June 16, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Liz! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience with us! It's great to know that our service was prompt and met your expectations. We're also glad that you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  9. Jeffrey VIP

    Chicago / Illinois341 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The folks here are always great and it's a nice place for very good food. The restaurant is newly remodeled and beautiful. We have traveled to this Palos location quite often as we liked the "more quiet" feel even though we are only a mile from Frankfort location. The remodel brings with it a quite a bit louder experience.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on June 16, 2025
    Hi Mr. Nepote, Thank you for your feedback. The side room is usually available for seating and tends to be a little less noisy. As for the wall between the bar and main dining area it is waiting for a divider to be delivered and installed along with chairs and bar stools. The lasagna has been a fan favorite and I'm happy to hear you enjoyed it! As always it's a pleasure serving you and we will see you back soon. Best, Glenda Barba General Manager

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  10. Sandra

    Chicago / Illinois53 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food there is absolutely delicious. You couldn't say one thing negative about the food and options there. Great place for a special occasion.

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FAQs

Francesca's Vicinato offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 671-1600.

Francesca's Vicinato is rated 4.7 stars by 1681 OpenTable diners.

Francesca's Vicinato does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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. Southwest Suburbs
  5. Palos Hills

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Francesca's Vicinato

12960 South LaGrange Rd., Palos Park, IL 60464

Additional information

  • Cross street
    131st St. and La Grange Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Palos Hills
  • 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 Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking
  • Public transit
    Pace bus stops at La Grange Road and 131st Metra station Palos Park 127th street and Orland Park 143rd street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.miafrancesca.com/location/francescas-vicinato/
  • Phone number
    (708) 671-1600
  • Catering
    Pick-up, delivery and on-site full service catering options available. Contact 708-671-1600 for more information
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca's Vicinato is the perfect place to host your private event! We have rooms that accommodate groups 15-125 for a semi-private or private event or up to 225 with use of the entire restaurant. For inquiries, contact 708-671-1600 or at miafrancesca.com.
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