Opening hours
Closed · opens 4:00 PM
| Monday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Chicago: 3:36 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (312) 482-8800 to confirm.
Location & directions
200 East Chestnut StreetChicago, IL 60611
About Francesca's on Chestnut
Looking for an Italian restaurant in Chicago? Francesca's on Chestnut is at 200 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, Illinois. It is one of 5,398 places to eat and drink we list in Chicago.
Francesca's on Chestnut is open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
You can visit for dine-in.
For questions or orders, call (312) 482-8800.
Quick facts
- Category
- Italian Restaurant
- Address
- 200 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611
- Phone
- (312) 482-8800
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Italian restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Francesca's on Chestnut’s weekday schedule with 57 other Italian restaurants in Chicago. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 PM, close to the local norm of 12:00 PM and closes at 9:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 53 hours a week, 4 hours more than the local median of 49. 81% of Italian restaurants in Chicago open on Sundays, and Francesca's on Chestnut is one of them.
Compared with 57 other Italian restaurants in Chicago that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Italian restaurants in Illinois
Based on 50 menus with 3,058 priced items from Italian restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $16.68, and half of all items are priced between $10.95 and $24.00.
We don’t have Francesca's on Chestnut’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Italian restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Tiramisu | 48% | $10.50 |
| Caesar Salad | 34% | $12.00 |
| Cannoli | 24% | $6.50 |
| Lasagna | 20% | $20.24 |
| Spaghetti | 20% | $14.47 |
| Margherita | 18% | $19.50 |
| Baked Clams | 18% | $13.00 |
| Bruschetta | 18% | $13.61 |
Calculated from 50 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Francesca's on Chestnut there are 180 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 580 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (100), Bars & Pubs (88), American (49), and Sandwiches & Delis (31).
Competition is strong: 20 other Italian restaurants are within a mile and 65 within three miles. The closest is Mozzarella Store, Pizza & Caffè, 0.2 mi away.
200 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeCafecito< 0.1 mi
- AmericanHarry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch< 0.1 mi
- Breakfast & BrunchWildberry< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsSeasons Bar< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDo-Rite Donuts & Chicken< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an Italian restaurant
Italian restaurants in the US span two related traditions: Italian-American cooking – red sauce, chicken parmigiana, baked ziti and generous portions that grew out of immigrant neighborhoods – and regional Italian cooking that follows the menus of Rome, Tuscany, Sicily or Emilia-Romagna more closely, often with fresh pasta made in house.
What to order
- Fresh pasta – look for dishes marked “house-made”
- Chicken or eggplant parmigiana – the Italian-American classic
- Antipasti or burrata – good for sharing at the start of the meal
- Risotto – made to order, so expect a short wait
Good to know
- Weekend dinners at popular Italian restaurants often need a reservation.
- Ask about the daily specials – fish and fresh pasta specials are often the kitchen’s best work.
- Many Italian-American restaurants offer half portions of pasta or family-style platters for groups.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Francesca's on Chestnut's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Francesca's on Chestnut open on Sunday?
Yes, Francesca's on Chestnut is open on Sundays: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Francesca's on Chestnut located?
Francesca's on Chestnut is located at 200 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL 60611.
What is the phone number of Francesca's on Chestnut?
You can call Francesca's on Chestnut at (312) 482-8800.
Does Francesca's on Chestnut offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Francesca's on Chestnut. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Francesca's on Chestnut open late?
Yes – Francesca's on Chestnut is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Francesca's on Chestnut?
There are 580 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Francesca's on Chestnut. Nearby options include Cafecito (< 0.1 mi), Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch (< 0.1 mi), and Wildberry (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Italian restaurants near Francesca's on Chestnut?
20 other Italian restaurants within a mile. The closest is Mozzarella Store, Pizza & Caffè, 0.2 mi away.
How much do Italian restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 50 menus with 3,058 priced items from Italian restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $16.68, and half of all items are priced between $10.95 and $24.00.
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