Francesca's On Chestnut
Hours & Location
200 E Chestnut St,
Chicago, IL 60611
312-482-8800
Monday-Thursday
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday & Saturday
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Brunch Hours
Saturday & Sunday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Happy Hour
Monday- Friday
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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.
“We opened our first location on Clark Street in Lakeview over 20 years ago and we’re so excited to return to our roots and open another Chicago neighborhood spot,” says Francesca’s Restaurants owner Scott Harris.
Parking
Valet is available. Nearby parking garages are also available.
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Brunch
Download PDFUova e Benedetto
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Arancini Benedict
crispy risotto, prosciutto, poached egg, hollandaise, and house potatoes
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Tomato-Braised Pork Hash
braised pork shoulder, carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and two eggs any style
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Avocado Mashup
smashed avocado, lime, roasted tomatoes, chili flake, grana padana, and a sunny-side up egg
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Peasant Style
two eggs any style, bacon, house potatoes, and toast
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Classic Omelette
three egg omelette with ham, roasted bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, and mozzarella, served with house potatoes
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Bistecca e Uova
pan-roasted 8 oz. new york strip steak topped with a veal reduction, served with two eggs any style and crispy truffle parmesan potatoes
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Frittata Bianca
open-faced egg white omelette, seasonal vegetables, arugula salad, and shaved cheese
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Smoked Salmon Benedict
poached egg, avocado, ducktrap smoked salmon, hollandaise, and chives, with an english muffin and house potatoes
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Italian Croque Madame
fried eggs, fontina cheese fondue, spinach, truffle oil, and prosciutto
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Eggs Sardou
poached eggs, artichokes, baby spinach, hollandaise sauce, and house potatoes
Insalate
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Chicken Caesar
classic caesar salad with roasted peppers, garlic croutons, and shaved parmesan, topped with grilled chicken breast
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Italian Chopped Salad
romaine, marinated artichokes, black olives, genoa salami, provolone, roasted peppers, tomatoes, and cucumbers in a zesty red wine vinaigrettee
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Steak Salad
porcini-rubbed flat iron steak, spinach, asparagus, blue cheese, tomatoes, mushrooms, and balsamic
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Insalata Di Melanzane
layers of breaded, lightly-fried eggplant, beefsteak tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, wild arugula, and shaved grana padana, drizzled with aged balsamico
Cocktails
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Texas Mule
tito’s handmade vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger beer
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Death by Raspberry
death’s door vodka, chambord liquor, raspberry puree, splash o
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Smashing Peaches
svedka vodka, merlet crème de peche, peach preserves, ginger beer
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Cucumber Berry Collins
pearl cucumber vodka, blueberry preserves, fresh lemon juice
Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar
Delizie
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Blueberry Ricotta Pancakes
blueberry-lemon compote
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French Toast
thick-cut brioche and chef’s seasonal inspiration
Panini e Pizza
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Italian BLT
maple-glazed pepper bacon, sliced tomato, avocado, arugula, and garlic mayonnaise, served with french fries
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Focaccia Con Pollo
breaded chicken breast, bacon, mozzarella, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and lemon mayonnaise, served with french fries
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Panino Con Uova
two eggs any style with bacon, avocado, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, and lemon mayonnaise on marble rye, served with french fries
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Davanti Burger
char prime burger, roasted tomatoes, crispy mozzarella, arugula, bacon jam, and roasted garlic aioli, served on a brioche bun, served with french fries
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Salmone Affumicato
smoked salmon, red onion, capers, arugula, and creamy goat cheese, served open-faced on toasted marble rye with french fries
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Pizza All’Uovo
fontina cheese, pork sausage, potatoes, caramelized onions, and topped with a soft-baked egg
Paste e Secondi
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Ravioli Ai Spinaci
spinach-filled ravioli with a four cheese sauce and a touch of tomato sauce
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Rigatoni Alla Paesana
rigatoni with roasted sausage, wild mushrooms, and peas in a light tomato cream sauce
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Salmone Alla Fresca
grilled salmon with tomatoes, avocado, red onions, olive oil, basil, and lemon over grilled asparagus
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Pollo Al Limone
sautéed chicken breast with a lemon white wine sauce, capers, and fresh sautéed spinach
Contorni
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Fresh Fruit
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House Potatoes
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Two Eggs
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Bacon
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Pork Sausage
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Toast & Jam
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. ingredients are subject to change based on availability. please notify us of any dietary restrictions.
Lunch
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Calamari Fritti
crispy fried calamari served with marinara
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Bruschette Alla Romana
garlic toast with tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella
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CARPACCIO CON SEDANO
thinly-sliced raw sirloin with hearts of palm, celery, capers, tomatoes, mushrooms, lemon, olive oil, and shaved grana padano
Insalate e Zuppe
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Minestrone
homemade italian vegetable soup
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Soup of The Day
ask your server for today’s special
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Insalata Di Rucola
arugula, fresh tomatoes, lemon, olive oil, and shaved parmesan
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Caesar Salad
classic caesar salad with roasted peppers, garlic croutons, and shaved parmesan
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Insalata Alla Francesca
romaine, endive, and radicchio with blue cheese, fresh vegetables, lemon, and balsamic
Lunch Combo
Choose a soup or side salad & a half-portion entrée below-
Rigatoni Alle Verdure
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Rigatoni Al Pomodoro
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Ciabatta Alla Caprese
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Panino con POLPETTE
Pizza
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Napoletana
arugula, cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, provolone, and shaved parmesan
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Quattro Stagioni
prosciutto, artichokes, mushrooms, olives, and egg
Piatti Principali
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Insalata Cesare Con Pollo
classic caesar salad with grilled chicken breast, roasted peppers, garlic croutons, and parmigiano
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INSALATA MISTA CON FUNGHI
mixed greens with portobello and cremini mushrooms, goat cheese, balsamic, and olive oil
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INSALATA TRE-COLORE CON GAMBERI
arugula, radicchio, and endive with grilled jumbo shrimp, tomatoes, and balsamic-lemon vinaigrette
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INSALATA DI CALAMARI
Fresh spinach tossed with fried calamari, red and yellow peppers, and a spicy cayenne pepper dressing
Panini
served with french fries or side salad-
VEGETALI GRIGLIATI
grilled zucchini, yellow squash, peppers, and portobello mushrooms with tomatoes, basil, garlic, and creamy goat cheese on ciabatta
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POLLO ALLA MILANESE
lightly-breaded chicken breast with arugula, red onions, roasted peppers, and mayonnaise on ciabatta
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Caprese
caprese sandwich of fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella on ciabatta
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Polpette
homemade meatballs, rustic tomato sauce, roasted onions, and sweet provolone on a french baguette
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Davanti Burger
char prime burger, roasted tomatoes, crispy mozzarella, arugula, bacon jam, and roasted garlic aioli on a brioche bun
Paste e Secondi
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RIGATONI ALLA PALERMITANA
sautéed with eggplant, zucchini, red and yellow peppers, onions, and tomato-basil sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella
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FETTUCCINE BOLOGNESE
sautéed in a tomato meat sauce with carrots, celery, onions, fresh herbs, and parmigiano
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RAVIOLI TARTUFATI
four cheese-filled ravioli with a garlic parmesan cream sauce, fresh tomatoes, grana padano, and a drizzle of white truffle oil
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LINGUINE CON FRUTTI DEL MARE
sautéed with shrimp, scallops, manila clams, mussels, and calamari in a spicy marinara sauce
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Pollo Alla Parmigiana
breaded chicken breast with tomato-basil sauce, fresh mozzarella, parmesan, and a side of linguine pomodoro
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POLLO RICORE
sautéed chicken breast with a spicy tomato sauce and prosciutto di parma, served with linguine
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SALMONE ALLA SENAPE
pan-roasted salmon with portobello mushrooms, spinach, and a mustard-brandy cream sauce
Prix-Fixe Lunch Menu
No substitutions. Some regular menu items excluded from the offer.-
Antipasti
Bruschette alla Romana and Soup of the Day
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Entrée
choice of: Entrée Salad, Pasta, Panino, Pesce del Giorno, or Pollo del Giorno
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Dolci
choice of: Tiramisu or Profiterole
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. ingredients are subject to change based on availability. please notify us of any dietary restrictions.
Dinner
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Calamari Fritti
Crispy fried calamari with marinara
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Cozze alla Marinara
Prince Edward Island mussels in spicy tomato sauce
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Bruschette alla Romana
Garlic toast with tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella
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Bruschette Tre-Formaggi
Garlic toast with mozzarella, fontina, and goat cheese with tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil
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Risotto alla Vercellese
Italian rice with fennel sausage, tomatoes, onions, spinach, and parmigiano
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Carpaccio con Sedano
Thinly-sliced raw sirloin with hearts of palm, celery, capers, tomatoes, mushrooms, lemon, olive oil, and shaved grana padano
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Prosciutto con Peperoni Arrostiti
Imported prosciutto di Parma with marinated roasted peppers, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and shaved grana padano
Insalate
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Insalata alla Francesca
Romaine, endive, and radicchio with blue cheese, fresh vegetables, lemon, and balsamic
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Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar with roasted peppers, garlic croutons, and shaved parmesan
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Insalata di Rucola
Arugula, tomatoes, lemon, olive oil, and parmesan
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Italian Wedge Salad
Romaine wedge, tomatoes, and pepper bacon with gorgonzola dressing
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Insalata di Asparagi
Fresh asparagus with tomatoes and blue cheese, dressed with lemon and olive oil
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Funghi con Polenta
Sautéed wild mushrooms with creamy herbed polenta, shaved parmesan cheese, and veal broth
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Burrata "O" Vesuvio
Creamy fresh mozzarella, oven-dried Vesuvio tomatoes, arugula pesto, croutons, sea salt, and extra virgin olive oil
Pizza
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Quattro Stagioni
Prosciutto, artichokes, mushrooms, olives, and egg
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Napoletana
Arugula, cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, provolone, and shaved parmesan
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Quattro Formaggi
Mozzarella, mascarpone, blue, and swiss
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Pizza Pastore
Plum tomatoes, basil, portobello mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and goat cheese
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Create Your Own (any two)
Sausage, olives, mushrooms, artichokes, spinach, onions, broccoli, anchovies, eggplant
Paste
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Rigatoni alla Palermitana
Sautéed with eggplant, zucchini, red and yellow peppers, onions, and tomato-basil sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella
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Cavatelli Mio Modo
Dumpling style pasta sautéed in a light tomato-basil sauce with artichokes, shiitake mushrooms, and goat cheese
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Ravioli Tartufati
Four cheese-filled ravioli with a garlic parmesan cream sauce, fresh tomatoes, grana padano, and a drizzle of white truffle oil
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Rigatoni alla Norcina
Sautéed with Italian sausage, pancetta, and onions in a three-cheese sauce
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Fettuccine Bolognese
Sautéed in a tomato meat sauce with carrots, celery, onions, fresh herbs, and parmigiano
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Linguine con Frutti del Mare
Sautéed with shrimp, scallops, manila clams, mussels, and calamari in a spicy marinara sauce
Secondi
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Pollo Arrosto alla Romana
Roasted half chicken with garlic, shallots, rosemary, lemon, chili flakes, and olive oil, served with roasted potatoes
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Pollo Ricore
Sautéed chicken breast with a spicy tomato sauce and prosciutto di Parma, served with linguine
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Lombo di Maiale alla Francesca
Roasted pork tenderloin with a creamy herbed polenta, cremini mushrooms, roasted garlic, pine nut butter, and demi-glace
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Platessa con Vongole
Sautéed flounder with manila clams, red and yellow peppers, escarole, garlic, white wine, and capers
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Salmone alla Senape
Pan-roasted salmon with portobello mushrooms, spinach, and a mustard-brandy cream sauce
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Barramundi Zafferano
Roasted Australian sea bass with shiitake mushrooms, red and yellow peppers, green onions, and a saffron cream sauce
Contorni
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Pasta Aglio e Olio
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Sausage and Peppers
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Sautéed Shrimp
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Roasted Potatoes
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Sautéed Mixed Vegetables
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Sautéed Spinach
Dolci
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Torta Di Cioccolato
flourless semi-sweet chocolate cake with a molten chocolate center, served with mint-chocolate gelato
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Profiteroles Al Pistacchio
delicate cream puffs served warm with pistachio gelato and chocolate sauce
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Tiramisu
ladyfingers soaked in espresso with mascarpone cheese, cocoa, and chocolate sauce
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CROSTATA DI NOCI
warm pecan pie served with vanilla gelato and homemade cranberry sauce
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CREMA ALLA VANIGLIA
vanilla crème brûlée with fresh berries
Gelati
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Two Scoops Of Gelato
pistachio, vanilla, mint chocolate chip, or banana fudge
Cocktails
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Limoncello Di Capri
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Lemon Raspberry Panna Cotta
svedka vanilla vodka, limoncello, chambord, and a splash of cream served up or on the rocks
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Mint Chocolate Chip
svedka vodka, dark chocolate godiva, and green crème de menthe served up or on the rocks
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The 1992 Classic
licor 43, kahlúa, and white chocolate godiva served up or on the rocks
Cordials
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Rum Chata
Port & Grappa
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Graham's Six Grape
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Grappa Banfi
Coffee & Espresso
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Coffee
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Espresso
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Double Espresso
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Hot Tea
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Cappuccino
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Latte
Francesca's Childrens Menu
All items are served with your choice of soft drink, milk or juice, and a scoop of gelato.Pasta or Pizza
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Spaghetti & Meatball
with tomato sauce
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Cheese Pizza
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Sausage Pizza
Entrees
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Served with choice of french fries, steamed broccoli and carrots, or strawberries.
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Grilled Cheese Sandwich
with mozzarella & provolone
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Crispy Chicken Tenders
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Grilled Chicken Breast
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Roasted Salmon
with lemon mayo
Available for children 12 and under.
Gluten Free Menu
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Calamari in Padella
Sautéed calamari with capers, fresh tomatoes, spinach, chili flakes, garlic, lemon, and olive oil
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Cozze alla Marinara
Prince Edward Island mussels in spicy tomato sauce
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Carpaccio alla Francesca
Thinly-sliced raw sirloin with capers, tomatoes, mushrooms, olive oil, and parmigiano
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Spinaci Aglio e Olio
Sautéed spinach with garlic and olive oil
Insalate
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Insalata alla Francesca
Romaine, endive, and radicchio with blue cheese, fresh vegetables, lemon, and balsamic
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Caesar Salad
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Italian Wedge Salad
Romaine wedge, tomatoes, and crispy pancetta with gorgonzola dressing
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Insalata di Asparagi
Pizze
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Pizza Margherita
Roasted plum tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella
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Additional Ingredients $1 Each:
Italian sausage, black olives, mushrooms, artichokes, spinach, broccoli, eggplant, or zucchini
Paste
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Pasta al Pomodoro
Sautéed in a cherry tomato sauce with garlic and fresh herbs
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Pasta con Asparagi
Sautéed in a parmesan cream sauce with asparagus and pine nuts
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Pasta Aglio e Olio
Sautéed with olive oil, fresh garlic, diced tomatoes, and spinach
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Pasta alle Verdure
Sautéed with wild mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, broccoli, escarole, garlic, olive oil, and pine nuts in an herb broth
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Pasta del Pastore
Sautéed with Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and white wine in a cherry tomato sauce topped with goat cheese
Secondi
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Pollo al Limone
Sautéed chicken breast in a lemon white wine sauce with capers and spinach
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Pollo Pagliacci
Roasted chicken breast with broccoli, cherry tomatoes, eggplant, mushrooms, and zucchini in a brandy sauce
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Pesce del Giorno
Fresh fish of the day with roasted mushrooms, tomatoes, spinach, and herbs
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Salmone Acqua Pazza
Roasted salmon with a spicy cherry tomato sauce, capers, garlic, and white wine over sautéed spinach
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*Ask your server for today’s gluten friendly specials!*
Dolci
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Frutta di Sottobosco
Fresh mixed berries topped with homemade whipped cream
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Torta Lava
Semi-sweet flourless chocolate cake served warm with mint chocolate gelato and berries
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Gelati e Sorbetti
Ask your server for today’s selections
Francesca’s restaurants have made every effort to accomodate most gluten-free diets. However, due to the dynamic nature of daily kitchen operations and supplier-provided ingredient information, we cannot guarantee against unknown gluten content and assume no associated liability.