Francesca's On Chestnut

Overall the meal was delicious and the seafood was fresh. A traditional Italian restaurant, the items on the menu can be found at other classic Italian places, nothing unique. But the quality is amazing and outstanding. House Bread: I loved their bread, it is plain and chewy. If you prefer flavored bread (e.g. garlic bread) then this might can be too plain for you. But if you're like me that just love chewy on plain bread then you must try their bread when it is warmly served. It does come with cheese on the side. Beets Salad: it was part of their special menu of the night and we absolutely enjoyed it! The roasted pecan adds a great crunch to the salad and the vinaigrette adds a nice touch to the dish. This should be put in this menu and served regularly. Cozze Bianco O Rosso: The mussels are fresh and well- flavored. The sauce(white-wine) was not salty and did not steal the flavor of the mussels. The portion is not small. My friend had a great time dipping the garlic bread with the sauce, while I went for the house served bread. Scampi Alla Francesca: the portion of this dish is not too big and filling. The shrimps and scallops were fresh and cooked to the right timing. My only complaint is that it was a bit too salty for me. Wished its flavor could be as light as the mussels dish. Fettuccine Limone E Gamberi: not an outstanding/ must order pasta. My friend wanted to try something different, so she picked a newer selection. There's barely any shrimp on top. Definitely order something that has been on the menu since opening. Overall, the service was excellent. Our server made sure we had the best experience. He kindly accommodated most of the dish for me. The atmosphere is cozy and friendly. If you are planning to visit the restaurant during the busy hours then make sure to have a reservation. It can definitely get crowded and loud in the evening.

The food here was decent, definitely not bad, but also nothing that sets it apart from other Italian restaurants. Out of all the dishes that I tried, my favorite was the ravioli. The ravioli was balanced the best and didn't feel overwhelming in any particular way. With the other dishes I often felt like it was either too sweet, or too heavy. The service was great though, very pleasant and eager to help.

Celebrated Valentine's Day here with the fiancé and cannot recommend more. The ambiance was so comforting, romantic, and moody, which really helped play into couples' special moments. The service was incredible! We couldn't decide between a couple of pinot noirs, and our server was so knowledgeable and even gave a sample flight to taste before we decided! More wine no problem. Pasta was incredibly rich, fresh, and savory. Also the desserts? AMAZING. Left feeling so full and happy

Our service was excellent. The food was excellent, and the location was great. We were staying at the Hilton and had show tickets across the street.I'm so glad we made reservations because the place was packed. Not an open table. Everything was really good and I'd come back.

This was my second time to this restaurant chain. I had been to the one in Naperville previously. I went with my husband on Valentines day here. The ambience was great with having pink and red balloons everywhere. The table had a special menu for valentines day. The napkins were even pink in color. The food was absolutely delicious. The food was super fresh. As soon as we seated we were served bread. Then we started with Bruschetta for the appetizer. We had Mezze Rigatoni with Spicy Tomato Sauce and Chicken. Both the entrees were tasty.There is a parking garbage near by also there is plenty of street parking.I would definitely recommend this restaurant! MUST TRY!

Stopped in for a quick drink and a an appetizer. The beer was ice cold and the bruschetta was warm and fresh! Very lovely atmosphere with good music and candle lighting. Seems like a perfect date spot!

Cute place w warm ambience with good food in the Gold Coast across from the theater. Food is a bit salty but it's good and the pasta was al Dente and good quality plus chewy and fresh. We had:0 Cute place with good food in the Gold Coast across from the theater. Food is a bit salty but it's good and the pasta was al Dente and good quality chewy and fresh. We had: Alla Vodka E Salsiccia$24.95Sauteed with vodka sauce, basil, fresh mozzarella, crumbled sausage- the pasta was so chewy and looks like blankets and tasted great along w the sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese Bucatani Al Funghetto$23.95Porcini and wild mushrooms, mascarpone, white truffle oil, oregano, brandy-cream sauce -- the sauce was a bit salty and good but not enough mushrooms and wish it came with fresh Mozzarella cheese but the bucatini pasta was really good and fresh Overall a great little place! I just wish there was more food or bigger serving size for the price. Service was great too.

Francesca's always goes above and beyond. I can't say enough good things about their food, hospitality, and service. They treat you like family. Their food is consistant and great. The management and staff always go above and beyond. It's a neighborhood gem and we are grateful for it.

Excellent experience. Have brought my board members here 2 years in a row. Lower private room was exquisite. Connor was outstanding and swiftly handled a last minute dietary issue with kindness and understanding.Food was so good! Waddling out of the restaurant

Service was attentive but a bit brusque. Very busy at 7 on Saturday night. Not a quiet meal but I believe a family would feel comfortable here. Pasta with vodka sauce was delicious and fresh. My chicken francese was just ok. It was a fried breaded cutlet in a lemon cream sauce. I'm Italian and picky but traditionally this is only a lightly floured and sautéed chicken cutlet cooked in a lemon butter caper sauce not a cream sauce. Dessert was the chocolate torte- not very flavorful . But the overall meal was good.