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Francesca's Vicinato, Palos Park, IL

Francesca's Vicinato

4.8
4.8
1580 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
Francesca’s Vicinato is located in vibrant downtown Palos Park. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (708) 671-1600
  • Website
    https://www.miafrancesca.com/location/francescas-vicinato/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Pick-up, delivery and on-site full service catering options available. Contact 708-671-1600 for more information
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca's Vicinato is the perfect place to host your private event! We have rooms that accommodate groups 15-125 for a semi-private or private event or up to 225 with use of the entire restaurant. For inquiries, contact 708-671-1600 or at miafrancesca.com.
  • Private party contact
    Shiri Nissim: (708) 671-1600 ext. 2
  • Location
    12960 South LaGrange Rd., Palos Park, IL 60464
  • Area
    Palos Hills
  • Cross Street
    131st St. and La Grange Rd.
  • Parking details
    Ample parking
  • Public transit
    Pace bus stops at La Grange Road and 131st <br />Metra station Palos Park 127th street and Orland Park 143rd street
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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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 experience to your reservation to let our staff know and enjoy a full-size cake filled with deliciousness! PLEASE NOTE: A $40 PAYMENT WILL BE DUE AT THE TIME OF YOUR RESERVATION. ALL CAKES MUST BE ORDERED 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE.

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 16:00 - 18:00
    Enjoy happy hour at Francesca’s from 3-6 PM on MONDAY-FRIDAYS ONLY. You can now experience Francesca’s favorites for $12 or less! Add this experience to your reservation to let the staff know you are participating in happy hour.

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Menu

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What 1,580 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Child-friendly

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Good for groups

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Francesca's Vicinato offers a delightful dining experience with "outstanding service" and consistently delicious food. Known for its warm, friendly staff and delectable menu, it's a neighborhood gem and a top choice for celebrations. While it can get busy and noisy, its varied menu caters to all tastes, making it a must-visit.

1,580 Reviews

  1. CAROLYN

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal and drinks! Delicious food and the staff are wonderful
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Carolyn, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and drinks at Francesca's Vicinato. It's always great to know that our team's efforts to provide wonderful service are appreciated by our valued guests like you. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Management Team

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  2. Jen

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten here many times and it is always good.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Jen P, Thank you so much for your continued support and for your stellar ratings! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visits to Francesca's Vicinato. We always aim to provide top-notch food and service, so your feedback means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Jeffrey

    Chicago

    327 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    327 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant. Chef seems to be pretty talented as preparations always appear well thought out and delicious. Service is great.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Mr. Nepote. Thank you so much for the review ! We're thrilled to hear that you love Francesca's Vicinato and that our chef seems to be talented. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations as well. We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience, and your feedback helps us do just that. We appreciate your input and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Chuck

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and spectacular food. Great place to celebrate a special meal. We'll be back!
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Chuck, We're overjoyed to hear that you had an outstanding experience at Francesca's Vicinato! It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be great. We're also glad that you had a special meal and felt that it was memorable. Your feedback is truly appreciated and it motivates us to continue providing excellent service and delicious food. We can't wait to welcome you back for another celebration or just a casual meal. Best regards, The Management Team

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  5. CAROLYN

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic again! Loved the delicious pasta and fantastic Riesling! Nice Rigatoni Vodka! Miguel P was great and helpful !
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on 13 November 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, Carolyn! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our pasta and Riesling yet again. It's always a pleasure to serve you, so thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We're glad you found our service helpful and our staff friendly. We look forward to welcoming you back to Francesca's Vicinato soon. Cheers! - The Management Team

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  6. Tina

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great meal and the service was amazing. The food is delicious and you can tell the restaurant really cares about you having a good experience.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on 11 November 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Tina! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great meal and the service by Faith was amazing. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed our food and found our efforts to make your experience enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon at Francesca's Vicinato.

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  7. CAROLYN

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic staff! Food and cocktails are AMAZING! Loved it all!
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on 7 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Carolyn We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and cocktails, and found our staff fantastic. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! - Vicinato Management

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  8. Robert

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone at Francesca's Vicinato is so friendly and accommodating. especially Glenda the manager, Tacho the waiter and Juan the service attendant, They are all so nice and provide great service. My wife and I go there often and we keep coming back because of the staff and the excellent food.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on 7 November 2024
    Thanks for the review, Robert! We're thrilled to hear that you and your wife have consistently enjoyed your visits to Francesca's Vicinato. It's wonderful to know that our friendly and accommodating team has contributed to your frequent visits. We're also glad you enjoyed our food. Your kind words are truly appreciated. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Glenda General Manager

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  9. George J

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had 2 out of town guests, asked for a special table, and the request was honored by the Reception Staff. This kind gesture began what was a wonderful, memorable evening. Server was excellent, and the food was superb. Thank you ALL for this delightful experience!
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded on 7 November 2024
    Hello George! Thanks for visiting us at Francesca's Vicinato! We're thrilled to hear that you and your guests had a memorable evening. It's great to know that the kind request for a special table by our staff was appreciated. We're glad that the service and food met your expectations. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  10. Jen

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The squash soup is our favorite- wish you would have it more often.
    Francesca's VicinatoResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Jen, Thank you so much for the feedback. We rotate our soups around and it's actually on the menu this week! Stop on in and say hello. Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

Francesca's Vicinato offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 671-1600.

Francesca's Vicinato is rated 4.8 stars by 1580 OpenTable diners.

Francesca's Vicinato does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Francesca's Vicinato

12960 South LaGrange Rd., Palos Park, IL 60464

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    131st St. and La Grange Rd.
  • Area
    Palos Hills
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking
  • Public transit
    Pace bus stops at La Grange Road and 131st Metra station Palos Park 127th street and Orland Park 143rd street
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://www.miafrancesca.com/location/francescas-vicinato/
  • Phone number
    (708) 671-1600
  • Catering
    Pick-up, delivery and on-site full service catering options available. Contact 708-671-1600 for more information
  • Private party facilities
    Francesca's Vicinato is the perfect place to host your private event! We have rooms that accommodate groups 15-125 for a semi-private or private event or up to 225 with use of the entire restaurant. For inquiries, contact 708-671-1600 or at miafrancesca.com.
  • Private party contact
    Shiri Nissim: (708) 671-1600 ext. 2
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