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Mia Francesca, Chicago, IL

Mia Francesca

4.6
4.6
2536 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri 17:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (773) 281-3310
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Full Mia Francesca's Catering menu is available on our website. Please call the restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private rooms are ideal for corporate or social functions, can accommodate up to 75 guests, or for smaller groups of 15. Our extensive wine list is available for private functions and we encourage you to allow our event handlers to help you make selections to compliment your menu and budget.
  • Private party contact
    Katherine Woods: (773) 281-3310 ext. 2
  • Area
    Lakeview / East Lakeview
  • Cross Street
    School Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available.
  • Public transit
    CTA Red Line Belmont station 2 blocks west - #22 Clark Street bus in front of restaurant - #8 Halsted, #36 Broadway and #77 Belmont bus lines are within walking distance.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, 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.

What 2,536 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mia Francesca delights with "fantastic food" and "exquisite service" in a charming, lively setting. The outdoor patio is a standout, offering a quieter, romantic ambiance. Some diners note noise levels and occasional service hiccups, but the delicious menu and attentive staff, especially servers like Alfonso and Paisley, ensure many return visits.

2,536 Reviews
  1. NADIA

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visiting from Los Angeles and a absolutely love this restaurant. Amazing authentic Italian menu! The quality of the food was excellent, was incredibly flavorful and absolutely delicious. The service and staff were terrific! Will be back next time we visit the fabulous Windy City

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  2. Alan

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent in every way! Does not disappoint! A winner!

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  3. Cynthia

    Jacksonville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from Tim this evening. The food was absolutely delicious! Already looking forward to ordering the AGNOLOTTI QUATTRO FORMAGGI E FUNGHI again on my next visit.

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  4. Nicolas

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant, food was amazing, VERY nice patio and the staff treated us great. 100% recommended

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  5. Laura

    Columbus

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been coming to Mia Francesca for 30 years. It’s our go-to restaurant whenever we’re in Chicago and it never disappoints. It’s as delicious today as it was the first time.

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  6. Perry

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 23 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The folks at Mia Francesca always do a great job. Our server was great and they accommodated a few requests we had and were happy to do it. Food is always excellent. One of the best neighborhood restaurants in the City.

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  7. Debra

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved our night at Mia!! Perfect! We will return soon!

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  8. Aubrie

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful evening at Mia Francesca! Our serve, Audrey, was wonderful. Very attentive and helpful with suggestions. We will definitely be back!

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  9. Francesco

    Cleveland

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot. Great portions and taste. We really enjoyed the food and patio

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  10. Mary

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely celebration dinner on the patio. Great service.

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FAQs

Mia Francesca is rated 4.6 stars by 2536 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 39 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mia Francesca

3311 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60657

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    School Street
  • Area
    Lakeview / East Lakeview
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri 17:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available.
  • Public transit
    CTA Red Line Belmont station 2 blocks west - #22 Clark Street bus in front of restaurant - #8 Halsted, #36 Broadway and #77 Belmont bus lines are within walking distance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (773) 281-3310
  • Catering
    Full Mia Francesca's Catering menu is available on our website. Please call the restaurant for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private rooms are ideal for corporate or social functions, can accommodate up to 75 guests, or for smaller groups of 15. Our extensive wine list is available for private functions and we encourage you to allow our event handlers to help you make selections to compliment your menu and budget.
  • Private party contact
    Katherine Woods: (773) 281-3310 ext. 2
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