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Franchesco's
Franchesco's has a brand new location to serve you. Come and check out our spectacular dining room, night club, and banquet facilities.
All of our menu items are made to order, with only fresh ingredients. From prime steaks and succulent veal to fresh seafood delivered daily , and over 20 different pasta options, we feature one of the largest menus in the Midwest.
Our homemade dough and sauce is made fresh daily, for our award winning pizza. We deliver and have carry out or drive-up window service available.
From dining to cocktails, our staff is qualified to accommodate your every need.
Schedule your next event at Franchesco's. We have several options available for special events, parties, weddings, and meetings. Come visit us for the ultimate dining experience. Call today for your table or banquet reservations
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All of our menu items are made to order, with only fresh ingredients. From prime steaks and succulent veal to fresh seafood delivered daily , and over 20 different pasta options, we feature one of the largest menus in the Midwest.
Our homemade dough and sauce is made fresh daily, for our award winning pizza. We deliver and have carry out or drive-up window service available.
From dining to cocktails, our staff is qualified to accommodate your every need.
Schedule your next event at Franchesco's. We have several options available for special events, parties, weddings, and meetings. Come visit us for the ultimate dining experience. Call today for your table or banquet reservations
51 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 51 reviews
5 stars
(32)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(39)
- romantic(35)
- good for groups(24)
- notable wine list(13)
- fit for foodies(11)
- hot spot(11)
Franchesco's Reviews List
Review 1 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Franchesco's really impressed me, without a doubt. There are several different dining and entertainment areas, and each one is practically its own experience, from the main dining room with live piano music, to Frank's room with a stage for live entertainment. I was there Saturday celebrating with dinner, and we sat out on the patio. The service was excellent, and the food was to die for. I had a prime rib with great marble, one of the best cuts I've had in a long time. The salad that my girlfriend got as her side was HUGE, and just delicious. Even the bread and olive oil tasted like they went the extra step to make sure the diners and their pallets are happy. There really are not enough good things I can say about our experience."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we have been there before, never disappointed, a little wait fo rthe food, but they were very busy with high school proms
food was excellent, server was very good. the server was busy, i think it was a manager that came out and boxed our foor to go and offered us dessert. it is refreshing to see everyone pitch in to keep service at a high level"
food was excellent, server was very good. the server was busy, i think it was a manager that came out and boxed our foor to go and offered us dessert. it is refreshing to see everyone pitch in to keep service at a high level"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great Food, Service Lacking
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Eating here solo on business, so I sat at the bar. Service was lacking. It took a long time for my grilled romaine salad to arrive, but it was excellent. Next problem was that my entree arrived when I was only half way done with my excellent salad. That is a HUGE pet peeve of mine. I put the salad to the side to eat my entree while it was hot. Entree was pretty good, pasta duo. I will give them another chance when back in the area but I will not sit at the bar. Hopefully the service will be better in the main dining room."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Music on the patio
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went there to enjoy the music on the patio and have a small bite ti eat. The appetizers were great. We will be back more Wednesday nights for the outdoor atmosphere and music."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best of the Best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Long drive for us but worth it. Simply best of the best. No more need be said"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Latenight pizza at the bar.... YUM
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I always yelp for dinner (and lunch) when traveling for work.
I got into town late and ended up at the Franchesco's bar for a pizza right before the kitchen closed. It was fresh, hot and extremely tasty.
They also have a better bourbon selection than most places in Wisconsin, which is often a key for a Kentucky boy like me."
I got into town late and ended up at the Franchesco's bar for a pizza right before the kitchen closed. It was fresh, hot and extremely tasty.
They also have a better bourbon selection than most places in Wisconsin, which is often a key for a Kentucky boy like me."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've been to Francesco's many
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been to Francesco's many times and finally got to take my whole family (grandparents down to 8 yr olds) to celebrate our daughter's 12th birthday. It was such an elegant treat for her as well as the rest of us. The server was so conscious of making it really special. The complimentary birthday dessert that was prepared right in front of us was AMAZING! We all enjoyed the atmosphere as we got to sit right near the beautiful fireplaces and waterwalls. I absolutely love the live piano music. Everyone enjoyed the food, too....yummy bread, a special salad that fed many of us, pizza with the best crust ever, plus pasta dishes. There was something for everybody."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Restaurant very friendly and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Restaurant very friendly and great atmosphere, however, the menu lacks the variety usually found at good Italian resturants."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 9 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have a Winner here!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have another winner here! It's our second year for Easter brunch and each year it gets better and better! This year not as many people they held back on reservations so we weren't so packed with people and it was GREAT! The food was awesome and the service was wonderful - I am so happy that we came again! My family is looking forward to this becoming a long standing tradition for years to come! Thank you Franchesco's!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 10 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is an experience not just
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"It is an experience not just dinner. We have never been disappointed."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
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Review 11 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great dining experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great dining experience. New to area but have hit 4 or 5 of the area's premier restaurants and Franchesco's is my favorite."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 13 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nothing to say other than
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nothing to say other than thank you for the awesome service and delicious food. Keep up the great job!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Awesome service, food was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Awesome service, food was good. Very romantic!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for two, or more
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for two, or more for that matter.
Fantastic food and atmosphere
Been here a few times and worth every penny.
Ask for Rose's section."
Fantastic food and atmosphere
Been here a few times and worth every penny.
Ask for Rose's section."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had dinner for Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had dinner for Valentine's Day. The food was incredible and the service great. We had a complimentary glass of champagne with dinner. The restaurant was decorated in roses and seat covers for Valentine's Day. It was a great experience. It is a great restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Flexibility, Please!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Valentine's Day. I get that. I am on a low carb diet and requested no potato with extra vegetables. The server had to change the request on three occasions, based on the manager changing the order. Really put a damper on the whole experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Review 18 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love Franschesco's! We
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love Franschesco's! We have always had great service and food is always amazing. We recommend it to all of our friends.We were here for valentines night and music was wonderful as well!We can't wait to go back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 19 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
very good food, service was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"very good food, service was ok. Was a bit dissapointed my wife received a glass with a chunk out of it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was very good. Even though
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was very good. Even though we had a reservation, we still had to wait 40 minutes before we were seated. The server was good but a bit slow."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2008
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Review 21 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Franchesco's is not far from
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Franchesco's is not far from our home and we like the atmosphere and food.. I wish the bar was bigger . When we go to eat, we eat early 5 or 5:45 pm, but even that early, the bar gets crowded. It is then hard to get seats for us and our friends when they are running late. It is definitely one of the nicest restaurants we go to and it is the step above all others!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I believe it is good for other
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I believe it is good for other special features but those are the ones I have experienced. I have been to Franchcescos about 1/2 dozen times. It is alway very good food, great service. I love sitting on the deck in the summer. I have only positive to say about the restaurant."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Franchesco's
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
There is a reason the place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"There is a reason the place was filled by 6:00 pm. Other restraunts should visit this place to see how to do it right."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Franchesco's
Based on the average of (28) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic