Francesca's Intimo – Italian
Francesca's Intimo invites diners into a warm, light-filled space where the comforting aromas of bubbling marinara and wood-fired dough evoke the spirit of a lively family gathering. The kitchen honors Italian tradition through soulful plates of tender meatballs and savory sausage and peppers, while delicate touches like avocado-topped carpaccio and earthy roasted beets add a contemporary flair to the rustic table. Whether sharing a crisp Pizza Napoletana or lingering over a bowl of mussels in a fragrant broth, every meal feels like a heartfelt celebration of authentic, time-honored flavors.
East Illinois Road https://www.miafrancesca.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, high-protein, pescatarian, low-sodium, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-fat, whole30, paleo, glp1, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, south-beach, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, carnivore, zone, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the mouth-watering burgers, noting that the kitchen clearly takes immense pride in crafting flavorful, high-quality meals. Guests consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and highlight the attentive, timely service that ensures a pleasant and seamless dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta with Spinach - $12.95: Rustic bread, tomatoes, basil, fresh mozzarella, sautéed spinach Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nonna's Meatballs - $14.95: Two giant meatballs, whipped ricotta, pomodoro sauce, rustic bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Lentils and Spinach - $11.95: Braised lentils, spinach, goat cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mussels Marinara - $16.95: PEI mussels, spicy marinara, rustic bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Risotto alla Contadina - $15.95: Italian rice, sausage, onions, roasted plum tomatoes, fontinella cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carpaccio with Avocado - $17.95: Sliced raw NY strip, capers, tomatoes, parmesan, mushrooms, avocado Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $18.95: Crispy calamari, lemon, spicy marinara Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beets - $12.95: Walnut butter, crème fraiche, chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sophia’s Sausage & Peppers - $14.95: Roasted peppers, Italian sausage Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pizza Napoletana - $16.95: Cherry tomatoes, garlic, EVOO, arugula, provolone, shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Asparagus Salad - $11.95: Tomatoes, blue cheese, lemon, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10.95: Romaine, garlic croutons, parmigiano, anchovies, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Chopped Salad - $14.95: Romaine, radicchio, olives, pepperoncini, blue cheese, crispy prosciutto, tomatoes, artichokes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Insalata alla Francesca - $13.95: Romaine, radicchio, tomatoes, pea pods, green beans, carrots, cucumbers, blue cheese, lemon balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Rigatoni alla Buttera - $21.95: Italian sausage, peas, garlic, basil, tomato cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni alla Vodka - $22.95: Crumbled sausage, fresh mozzarella, parmigiano, vodka sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine agli Scampi - $26.95: Shrimp, garlic, chili flakes, cherry tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dana's Bolognese - $23.95: Spaghetti, tomato-meat sauce, basil, pecorino Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni alle Verdure - $20.95: Mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant, peppers, broccoli, escarole, garlic, pine nuts, herb broth Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ravioli ai Spinaci - $21.95: Spinach filled pasta, four cheese & pomodoro sauce, parmigiano, spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $19.95: Baked eggplant, tomato-basil sauce, fresh mozzarella, parmigiano, served with linguine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmone alla Fresca - $29.95: Pan-seared Atlantic salmon, asparagus, avocado, red onions, tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Milanese - $24.95: Crispy chicken, rigatoni alla vodka, cherry tomatoes, arugula, red onion, grana padana Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whitefish Pagliacci - $28.95: Roasted whitefish, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, eggplant, zucchini, garlic, white wine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pollo Arrosto alla Romana - $26.95: Roasted half chicken, garlic, shallots, rosemary, chili flakes, lemon, EVOO, roasted potatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filetto Gorgonzola - $42.95: 8 oz. pan-roasted filet mignon, spinach, gorgonzola cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Davanti Burger - $18.95: Bacon jam, roasted tomatoes, cheese curd, arugula, roasted garlic aioli, parmesan fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Mixed Vegetables - $7.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Mushrooms - $7.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Aglio e Olio - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Potatoes - $6.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Spinach - $7.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Shrimp - $12.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $9.95: Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, rum, mascarpone cream, chocolate sauce, cocoa
- Brioche Pudding - $10.95: Candied apple & cranberry bread pudding, vanilla bean gelato, apple cider caramel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sticky Toffee Carrot Cake - $10.95: Carrot cake, candied walnuts, orange zest, sour cream gelato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Lemon Olive Oil Cake - $9.95: Lemon and olive oil cake, vanilla whipped cream, fresh berries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Torte - $10.95: Chocolate cake, fudge, vanilla bean gelato, cherries, chocolate sea salt crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Profiteroles - $10.95: Cream puffs, pistachio gelato, chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sloppy Sundae - $11.95: Vanilla gelato, caramel, chocolate drizzle, biscotti, candied pecans, whipped cream, cherry Dietary tags: High-Fiber
- Gelati & Sorbetti - $7.95: Chef's choice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
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