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06/02/2026
Oak Lawn Restaurant Week starts this week. 🍝
A special menu, classic Francesca's favorites, and a very good excuse to make dinner plans.
Available June 3rd through June 15th.
Reserve your table at the link in our bio.
05/28/2026
Graduations, showers, rehearsal dinners, special events — let Francesca’s handle the table. ✨
05/27/2026
Salmone alla Fresca.
Fresh, bright, and exactly what we’re craving this time of year. ☀️
05/22/2026
Long weekend plans = aperitivo, patio, and one more round.✨
05/21/2026
From graduations, to showers, to celebration dinners — let Francesca’s handle the table. 🍝
Classic Italian favorites, made for gathering.
Explore our catering options at the link in bio.
05/20/2026
A little dinner. A little dancing. A little trouble. 🍷
Join us for our GoodFellas Family Style Dinner & Show at La Sorella di Francesca on Thursday, May 28th.
An evening of family-style favorites, live entertainment, and a few surprises along the way.
Reservations are limited.
Call (630) 961-2706 using password: SPEAKEASY.
05/16/2026
Start with the Calamari Fritti.
Crispy bites, bright lemon, a touch of heat. 🍴
05/15/2026
20 years, countless plates, one famiglia. ❤️ Thank you for letting us be part of your celebrations, your traditions, and your everyday moments. We’re just getting started. 🥂
05/14/2026
You’ll want a seat at this table.
Thursday, May 28th.
Call (630) 961-2706 and use code "Speakeasy"
Dinner and a show… but better 🎤🍝
05/07/2026
A spritz for every occasion ✨
05/05/2026
New month, new favorites 🍝✨
Our May features have arrived—just in time to plan something special for Mother’s Day.
04/30/2026
Your special occasion deserves a room of its own.
Our signature hospitality awaits.
miafrancesca.com
04/29/2026
A day for Mom, a table at Francesca’s, and all her favorites.
04/28/2026
Mom’s table is ready. 💐
Join us for Mother's Day at Francesca's ✨
04/23/2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Francesca’s 💐
Link in bio for reservations ✨
04/23/2026
Last chance to try our April features ✨
Have you tried any of these features yet?
04/20/2026
A celebration she deserves 🥂
Join us for Mother’s Day with exclusive buffet offerings or features at select Francesca’s locations.
Explore menus and reserve your table today.
04/18/2026
Spring on a plate — braised lamb shank with mint salsa verde, baby carrots, and mashed potatoes. Our new April feature - Ossobuco di Agnello.
04/16/2026
A celebration of roots, renewal, and the season in between.
Link in bio to reserve your spot. 🍇🍷
04/15/2026
An evening of discovery, one glass at a time.🍷
Join us at La Sorella for our Radici & Rinascita Wine Dinner and explore every pour.
Link in bio to purchase your ticket. Limited spots available.
04/11/2026
Pesce con Capesante 🍷
Halibut. Scallops. White wine.
Spring on a plate.
04/09/2026
We’ve saved you a seat 🍷
Join us April 30th at La Sorella Di Francesca.
Enjoy a 5-course dinner with wine pairings
hosted by our chef + sommelier
Link in bio to reserve your spot.
04/09/2026
April features are here 🌿
Fresh. Seasonal. Limited time.
04/03/2026
Unwind with us - Happy Hour awaits 🥂
10/17/2021
It's National Pasta Day! Indulge in our new seasonal dishes. 🍁🍂🏈🎃
01/23/2021
The news alert we’ve all been waiting for… Indoor Dining is BACK in select counties (Will & Cook in IL), and we cannot wait to safely welcome you back inside our homes.
Our team will continue to follow social-distancing guidelines, require masks for all patrons & staff members, ensure your space is sanitized, and continue to adhere to all CDC recommended guidelines.
Locations that are open for indoor dining are Will & Cook county locations. Book a table on miafrancesca.com, or continue to order contactless carryout!
01/10/2021
Francesca's on Chestnut in Streeterville will be closed today. We look forward to serving you on Wednesday.
12/27/2020
One LAST gift this holiday season: $10 off $50 spent on curbside pickup, TODAY only!
Order curbside pickup online through our website! Use promo code LASTGIFT10 at checkout, receive $10 off if you spend $50 or more
Offer is valid December 27 for online ordering only from all Francesca’s locations. Order now: miafrancesca.com/online-ordering.
12/23/2020
Attention Shoppers, it’s not too late🚨 Today (December 23), receive TWO Holiday Bonus Cards e-cards when you purchase $100+ in Francesca’s gift cards online.
Purchase e-cards now: https://frg.securetree.com
11/27/2020
‘Tis the season for giving…. & DOUBLE BONUS 🚨 Today - Cyber Monday, receive TWO Holiday Bonus Cards e-cards when you purchase $100+ in gift cards online.
Link to purchase gift cards now: https://frg.securetree.com
Happy Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday & Cyber Monday!
11/10/2020
Right around the corner... Streeterville Week from Chicago Star Media! We're thrilled to participate with our Streeterville neighbors this year, November 13-22.
At Francesca's on Chestnut, we'll be offering complimentary bruschetta with every curbside pickup carryout order—during Streeterville Week!
Make plans to join us in the Streeterville neighborhood, starting this Friday.
11/05/2020
Check the weather: a sign from Mother Nature to plan your al fresco dinner at Francesca’s ✨ Join us for a night under the lights—enjoying a bowl of home-cooked pasta with a glass (or 3) of Piedmont Barolo, all while safely social-distancing.
In the Gold Coast, we have a comfortably heated outdoor dining area. Book a reservation for dinner: miafrancesca.com.
10/22/2020
Sneak peek of a spirited brunch at Francesca’s 🥂 During weekend brunch at our city locations, upgrade any bottle of sparkling wine to a multi-tier table-side tower of fruits/juices for $20—so you can build your favorite boozy beverages (Bellinis, Mimosas) from your table.
This table-side tower is available every Saturday & Sunday during brunch at Mia Francesca in Lakeview, Francesca’s Bryn Mawr in Edgewater & Francesca’s on Chestnut in the Gold Coast. Book brunch resos via OpenTable.
10/22/2020
Picture this: Pizza Calabrese, Presidential Debate, Pinot Noir, your couch.
Order a homemade pizza from your nearby location for curbside pickup or delivery, ideal for tonight’s political match.
Link to order online now: https://www.miafrancesca.com/online-ordering/.
10/09/2020
Taking Brunch to new heights: Table-side Bubbles & Berries Tower at Francesca's Restaurants on Chestnut!
Upgrade any bottle of sparkling wine to a 2-tier tower of fruits & juices for $20—perfect for building your ideal Bellini, Mimosa, brunchy boozy beverage.
Enjoy every Saturday & Sunday at 11am during Weekend Brunch.
Address
200 E Chestnut Street
Chicago, IL
60611
To get to the Italian restaurant located on Chestnut Street in Chicago, you can take public transportation by using the Red Line or Brown Line and getting off at the Chicago stop. From there, walk west on Chicago Avenue towards Michigan Avenue and turn left onto Chestnut Street.
If driving, take Lake Shore Drive to the Michigan Avenue exit and turn right onto E. Chestnut Street. Parking is available nearby in a parking garage or metered street parking may also be an option.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 9:30pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their rustic and flavorful cuisine, and Francesca's on Chestnut in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood is no exception. With its intimate trattoria setting, antique Brunswick bar, and private dining room with a fireplace, Francesca's on Chestnut offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere for diners to enjoy. The menu features classic Italian dishes from Rome, Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio that are bursting with zesty and earthy flavors. The wine list and specialty drinks are equally impressive, making it the perfect spot for a romantic date or a night out with friends. To add to the ambiance, striking photographs of rural Italian life by Paul Elledge line the walls. Overall, Francesca's on Chestnut is a must-visit destination for anyone looking for authentic Italian cuisine in an intimate setting.
