Franco & Co

4.5

412 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Pizzeria

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups

Tucked away in the beautiful, leafy gateway of Eltham, Franco & Co is a classic Melbourne dining experience built on quality, comfort and community. A Mediterranean life revolves around the family dinner table, where you will find great conversation with delicious food and wine. We at Franco, have, have recrated the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy. The menu, courtesy of celebrity chef Jimmy H.Wong the flavours are simple and big, the portions generous, and our menu is extensive with a mixture of wood-fired pizzas and pasta options.

Managed by three brothers and a lifelong friend, our company holds notable credibility within the hospitality industry. Having founded many highly rated venues in Melbourne with each of our venues having their own unique personality, we have created another experience for you to enjoy.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Italian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
0400 187 737
Website
http://www.francoandco.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Please contact the team for all private event and function enquires on 03 8400 9002

Location
720 Main Rd, Eltham, AU-VIC 3095
Area
Eltham
Cross Street
Main Rd, Brougham St
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Popular dishes

ANTIPASTI PLATEA$11.00
Prosciutto, hot sopressa, vegetables & wood fired bread
ARRANCINIA$17.00
Chorizo, green pea, tomato sugo & pecorino
BROCCOLIA$17.00
Pan fried broccoli, white wine, garlic, chilli & toasted almond flakes
CALAMARIA$17.00
Paprika and lemon calamari served with chipotle aioli
CHICKEN RIBSA$17.00
Peri Peri sauce and herbs
LEMONGRASS CHICKEN SKEWERSA$17.00
Served with homemade bravas dipping sauce
LAMB KOFTA SKEWERSA$18.00
Hummus, pomegranate molasses & sumac
PAN FRIED CHILLI PRAWNSA$18.00
Coriander salsa verde, cherry tomato sugo & crusty bread

Wood Fired Pizza

THE FRANCOA$29.00
Italian pork sausage, broccoli, chilli, fior di latte & tomato
THE BUTCHERA$29.00
Hot sopressa, chicken, Italian pork sausage, mozzarella & tomato
TROPICAL PARADISEA$26.00
Grilled pineapple, smoked ham, mozzarella & tomato
THE EGG & BACONA$26.00
Double yolk, ham, mozzarella, parsley & tomato
HOT & SPICYA$29.00
Salami, woodfired peppers, red onion, mozzarella, chilli & tomato
CAPRI CHOO CHOOA$28.00
Smoked ham, portobello mushrooms, olives, mozzarella & tomato
CHICKEN & CHOKESA$27.00
Woodfired peppers, fior di latte, basil, artichoke pesto drizzle & tomato
NO MORE MARINARAA$33.00
Fresh seafood, mozzarella, parsley, garlic, basil, olive oil & tomato
THE GRANDPAA$29.00
The original Margherita with basil, olive oil, fior di latte & tomato
MISS GREEN (VG)A$28.00
Spinach, broccoli, zucchini, fior di latte & artichoke pesto drizzle
THE REALLY REALLY FUNGHI (VG)A$28.00
Grilled zucchini, portobello mushroom, red onion, zataar, danish fetta & salsa verde
THE GRANDMA (VG)A$22.00
The Grandma topped with prosciutto, rocket & parmesan

Mains

PENNE ARRABBIATAA$31.00
Spanish onion, mushroom, chilli, napoilitana, chilli, mixed salumi & parmesan
PENNE NAPOLETANAA$28.00
Parmesan cheese, capsicum, olives and fresh herbs with a hint of salsa verde
LINGUINE CARBONARAA$29.00
Bacon, egg, cream, onion, chervil & parmesan
LINGUINE FUNGHIA$28.00
Parmesan cheese, seared portobello mushroom in a creamy white wine sauce
PRAWN SPAGHETTIA$34.00
King prawns, salsa verde, chilli, prawn bisque, cherry tomato sugo & rocket
SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESEA$29.00
Minced beef in rich napoilitana & parmesan
SALMON FILLETA$39.00
Served with smoked corn salad, roast garlic & parsnip puree
BRAISED CHICKEN RISOTTO (GF)A$29.00
Mixed mushrooms, pecorino & spinach
CALAMARI & CHIPSA$28.00
Lemon paprika calamari served with salad & chipotle aioli
CHICKEN PARMA$31.00
Panko crumbed chicken with napoilitana & fior di latte, served with chips & salad
CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER & CHIPSA$26.00
Chipotle aioli, melted cheese, coleslaw & fresh tomato & fries
CLASSIC BEEF BURGER & CHIPSA$26.00
Franco’s mustard, melted cheese, coleslaw, tomato, pickles, ketchup & fries

Sides & Salads

CHARRED CORN SALAD (GF) (VG)A$17.50
Fresh herbs, cabbage, carrots, shallots, chilli, pecorino & sherry dressing
HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD (GF) (VG)A$17.50
Buffalo mozzarella, balsamic glaze & herbs
ROCKET & PARMESAN (GF) (VG)A$15.00
Rocket, parmesan & balsamic vinaigrette
GOLDEN FRIESA$12.00
LAMB KOFTA SKEWERSA$18.00
Hummus, pomegranate molasses & sumac
PAN FRIED CHILLI PRAWNSA$18.00
Coriander salsa verde, cherry tomato sugo & crusty bread

Focaccia

BRUSCHETTA (V)A$17.00
Fresh tomato, basil, garlic, red onion, extra virgin olive oil
GARLIC & CHEESE FOCACCIAA$16.00
Fior di latte, mozzarella, parsley & sea salt
OLIVE FOCACCIAA$17.00
Anchovies, Olives, fresh chilli, parsley & parmesan
CHILLI FOCACCIAA$17.00
Sundried tomato, fresh chilli, fresh fior di latte mozzarella & rosemary

For The Young Ones

CHICKEN NUGGETS & CHIPSA$15.00
FISH & CHIPSA$15.00
KIDS MARGHERITAA$15.00
KIDS TROPICALA$15.00
PENNE NAPOLIA$15.00
SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESEA$15.00

Desserts

ROSE WATER SCENTED CREME BRULEE (GF)A$15.00
STICKY DATE PUDDINGA$16.00
Butterscotch sauce & vanilla bean ice cream
CHURROSA$17.00
Nutella & vanilla bean ice cream
NUTELLA PIZZAA$17.00
Vanilla ice cream & strawberries

What 412 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Melbourne
Gluten-free-friendly
Northern Suburbs
Great for brunch
Northern Suburbs
Good for business meals
Northern Suburbs
Child-friendly
Northern Suburbs
Gluten-free-friendly
Northern Suburbs
Good for groups
Northern Suburbs
Healthy
Northern Suburbs
Neighbourhood gem
Northern Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
Northern Suburbs
Good for special occasions
Northern Suburbs
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Franco & Co is a delightful culinary gem in Eltham, offering "excellent food and service" with a cozy atmosphere. Guests enjoy delicious Italian and European cuisine, generous servings, and perfectly made cocktails. While some experienced rushed service, most praise the "friendly and attentive staff" and look forward to returning.

412 Reviews

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Kristy-Leigh
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the best afternoon, I booked outside even though it was hot, we were placed under the shade (even offered inside). The wait staff were incredible, very quick at taking our orders and bringing them out. Can’t wait to go back.
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Emma
London
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a very busy night, the first 30+ night for months and it was clear no one in eltham wanted to cook and they wanted to eat out. We had big table of 12, the restaurant was packed and we didn’t need to wait for service or our food. We were constantly checked on. My mum had a wonderful birthday with her kids and grandkids. Thank you!
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Danielle
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Pizza’s are amazing! Fabulous service. Definitely recommend if you’re in the Eltham area.
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Adriana
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great variety and quality of food. Will definitely return.
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John-Mark
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely resteraunt - wonderful food. We go regularly and thoroughly enjoy it every time,
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Jelica
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nestled in the heart of Eltham Franco & Co is a culinary gem that combines delicious dishes with a cozy atmosphere. From the moment you walk in, the warm ambiance and friendly staff set the tone for an exceptional dining experience.
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Aaron
Sydney
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 21 September 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Expensive for not good quality food. Also got charged for a different meal which cost even more
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Debra
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were very happy of our meals, customer service, by t next time we'll book for outside table as it's very noisy near the bar, but an overall great night with my friends .
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Liza
Melbourne
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 1 September 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Great food. To hot seating next to kitchen. Bit noisy.
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Cecilia
Melbourne
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Franco & Co has plenty of potential, but it doesn’t seem to be equipped to handle its fame. We went on Saturday evening: the place was busy but the service was very slow, and the workers looked lost and confused. A couple of things we asked from the menu were not available, and we only found out after ordering, as waitress didn’t seem to be aware of it. Food and drinks were decent, just need to work more on their service and have more food available for the busier evenings.
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Franco & Co offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0400 187 737.

Franco & Co is rated 4.5 stars by 412 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

24 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

720 Main Rd, Eltham, AU-VIC 3095

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Main Rd, Brougham St
Area
Eltham
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Pizzeria, Italian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.francoandco.com.au/
Phone number
0400 187 737
Private party facilities
Please contact the team for all private event and function enquires on 03 8400 9002

Franco & Co

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

PRAWN SPAGHETTI

LINGUINE FUNGHI

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

Entrée

ANTIPASTI PLATEA$11.00

ARRANCINIA$17.00

BROCCOLIA$17.00

CALAMARIA$17.00

CHICKEN RIBSA$17.00

LEMONGRASS CHICKEN SKEWERSA$17.00

LAMB KOFTA SKEWERSA$18.00

PAN FRIED CHILLI PRAWNSA$18.00

Wood Fired Pizza

THE FRANCOA$29.00

THE BUTCHERA$29.00

TROPICAL PARADISEA$26.00

THE EGG & BACONA$26.00

HOT & SPICYA$29.00

CAPRI CHOO CHOOA$28.00

CHICKEN & CHOKESA$27.00

NO MORE MARINARAA$33.00

THE GRANDPAA$29.00

MISS GREEN (VG)A$28.00

THE REALLY REALLY FUNGHI (VG)A$28.00

THE GRANDMA (VG)A$22.00

Mains

PENNE ARRABBIATAA$31.00

PENNE NAPOLETANAA$28.00

LINGUINE CARBONARAA$29.00

LINGUINE FUNGHIA$28.00

PRAWN SPAGHETTIA$34.00

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESEA$29.00

SALMON FILLETA$39.00

BRAISED CHICKEN RISOTTO (GF)A$29.00

CALAMARI & CHIPSA$28.00

CHICKEN PARMA$31.00

CRISPY CHICKEN BURGER & CHIPSA$26.00

CLASSIC BEEF BURGER & CHIPSA$26.00

Sides & Salads

CHARRED CORN SALAD (GF) (VG)A$17.50

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD (GF) (VG)A$17.50

ROCKET & PARMESAN (GF) (VG)A$15.00

GOLDEN FRIESA$12.00

LAMB KOFTA SKEWERSA$18.00

PAN FRIED CHILLI PRAWNSA$18.00

Focaccia

BRUSCHETTA (V)A$17.00

GARLIC & CHEESE FOCACCIAA$16.00

OLIVE FOCACCIAA$17.00

CHILLI FOCACCIAA$17.00

For The Young Ones

CHICKEN NUGGETS & CHIPSA$15.00

FISH & CHIPSA$15.00

KIDS MARGHERITAA$15.00

KIDS TROPICALA$15.00

PENNE NAPOLIA$15.00

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESEA$15.00

Desserts

ROSE WATER SCENTED CREME BRULEE (GF)A$15.00

STICKY DATE PUDDINGA$16.00

CHURROSA$17.00

NUTELLA PIZZAA$17.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Does Franco & Co offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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