Francesca's Pizza and Italian Kitchen – Italian
Stepping into Francesca's Pizza and Italian Kitchen feels like a warm embrace, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of simmering sauces and freshly baked bread. Vibrant plates of spicy Utica greens and crispy, golden-fried meatballs bring a bold, regional flair to the table, inviting guests to linger over indulgent comfort food in a spirited neighborhood atmosphere. Every bite celebrates the heart of Italian-American tradition, from the fiery snap of stuffed cherry peppers to the buttery, pull-apart warmth of their signature bread loaves.
207, Oswego Street, Liverpool, NY, 13088 +13154511200 http://francescaspizzaliverpool.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, low-sodium, plant-based, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, mediterranean, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, gerd, south-beach, high-fiber, atkins, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, tlc, aip, alkaline, renal, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Bread Loaf - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Utica Greens - $10.99: Sautéed with prosciutto, hot cherry peppers, garlic & onions, finished toasted breadcrumbs & Romano cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Greens - $13.99: Utica Greens with pan seared bay scallops and shrimp. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Stuffed Cherry Peppers - $8.25: Stuffed with our signature ground beef & Parmesan filling, baked with Fran’s signature marinara sauce & finished grated Romano cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $8.5: Breaded & seasoned to perfection with petal sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $6.5: Crispy coated and cooked to perfection. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Parmesan Fries - $7.65 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hey Meatball - $8.99: (3) Francesca’s meatballs made daily, covered with sautéed-roasted red peppers, caramelized onions and finished with Fran’s signature marinara sauce & grated cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Meatballs (3) - $7.99: Pan fried meatballs finished in Francesca’s signature red sauce and topped with grated parmesan. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks - $8.99: (5) Breaded mozzarella fried to a golden brown. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Knots (4) - $3.5: Fresh dough coated in a garlic butter sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders (5) - $10.5 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings
- Jumbo Buffalo Wings (12) - $13.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Wings (10) - $13.99 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Wings (12) - $14.5 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Riggies Wings (12) - $15.99: Crispy jumbo wings in Francesca’s signature Vodka Riggies sauce with peppers and onions. Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- House Salad - $9.99: Artisan blend, romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, & roasted red peppers. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $10.99: Crispy romaine lettuce, tossed with house made Caesar dressing, roasted peppers, olives & homemade seasoned croutons. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Antipasto - $12.99: Artisan blend, romaine, Parma prosciutto, capicola, genoa salami, marinated artichoke hearts, roasted reds, provolone cheese, red onions & olives. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vine-Ripened Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella - $12.99: Served with baby greens, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil & balsamic syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Apple Gorgonzola Salad - $13.99: Artisan blend, iceberg lettuce, tossed with crispy granny smith apples, Gorgonzola cheese, homemade candied walnuts, and tri-colored raisons, finished with raspberry vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Marinated Flank Steak Salad - $16.5: Artisan blend, iceberg lettuce, fresh tomatoes, red onions, crumbly blue cheese, homemade balsamic vinaigrette, topped with thinly sliced marinated grilled flank steak. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic BLT Salad - $12.99: Crispy romaine, bacon, lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, and your choice of homemade dressing. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Citrus Salad - $14.99: Marinated & grilled chicken served over an artisan blend of mixed greens with mandarin oranges, candied walnuts, tomatoes & cucumbers finished with a house made citrus vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Salmon and Mango Salsa Salad - $17.99: Grilled salmon topped with fresh mango salsa and candied pecans. Served over artisan blend of mixed greens with raspberry vinaigrette dressing. Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Hand Tossed Cheese Pizza (14") - $12.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sicilian Pizza (Thick Crust) - $17.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Traditional Utica Tomato Pie - $15.99: Done on a Sicilian crust Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fran's Grandma's Pizza - $16.99: Thick crust pizza done in a garlic butter sauce with a drizzle of Francesca’s signature red sauce and finished with fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sheet Pizza (32 slices) - $24.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gluten Free Pizza (12") - $17.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cauliflower Crust Pizza - $16.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Gourmet Pizzas
- The Northsider - $17.99: Pepperoni, Italian Sausage, Ham, Bacon, Meatballs, & extra cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian - $17.99: Broccoli, tomatoes, black olives, mushrooms, peppers, onions, & extra cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita - $17.99: Fresh garlic, basil, vine-ripened tomatoes, Romano cheese, & mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wing Pizza - $17.99: Boneless, breaded, Buffalo chicken, topped with wing sauce & mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vodka Sauce Pizza - $17.99: Francesca’s famous pink vodka sauce topped with mozzarella cheese and your choice of toppings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Riggie Pizza - $17.99: Francesca’s famous, spicy pink chicken riggies sauce, peppers, onions, fresh basil, diced chicken, mini rigatoni pasta. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peter Luger Steak & Cheese Pizza - $17.99: White pizza topped with mushrooms, peppers, onions, shaved rib eye steak, mozzarella and American cheeses, finished with Peter Luger steak sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Francesca - $18.75: Breaded chicken breasts, sautéed wild mushrooms, garlic, roasted red peppers, fresh herbs, baked mozzarella, marinara, over rigatoni. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Vesuvio - $18.75: Pan fried chicken breasts topped with mushrooms, artichokes, pancetta, diced tomatoes and parmesan cream sauce over rigatoni. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parm - $17.99: Seasoned breaded chicken breasts with marinara sauce and melted Buffalo mozzarella over rigatoni pasta. Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Francaise - $18.75 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Francaise - $19.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Riggies - $16.99: Rigatoni pasta, sautéed hot cherry peppers, onions and bell peppers, with sautéed chicken, finished in a spicy pink sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Riggies - $18.75: Rigatoni pasta, sautéed bay scallops, shrimp, hot cherry peppers, bell peppers & onions, finished in a traditional spicy pink sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Fra Diavolo - $18.99: Imported fresh papardelle pasta, sautéed shrimp finished in a house made spicy red tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Classico - $15.5: Layers of fresh pasta sheets, seasoned ricotta, meatballs and sausage topped with marinara and mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Rolatini - $14.99: Thinly sliced breaded eggplant rolled with ricotta cheese, topped with marinara and melted aged provolone. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Vodka Riggies - $14.99: Imported rigatoni pasta, pink vodka sauce and finished with grated parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Gnocchi Marinara - $16.99: Potato based pasta with signature marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Ravioli - $18.25: 6 large raviolis stuffed with Maine lobster, served with signature pink vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Ravioli Marinara - $15.5: 6 large raviolis stuffed with ricotta cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Stuffed Rigatonis Marinara - $15.5: Filled with freshly seasoned ricotta cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Marinara Sauce - $13.99: Imported rigatoni pasta, sauced with Francesca’s signature marinara sauce and finished with grated parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Sandwiches
- Francesca’s Grilled Italian Chicken Sandwich - $10.99: Grilled marinated chicken breast with prosciutto and melted aged provolone, on toasted ciabatta with lettuce, tomatoes and pesto mayo. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan Sub - $10.99: Breaded sautéed chicken cutlet with marinara sauce topped with fresh mozzarella on an Italian sub roll. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Steak and Cheese Sub - $10.99: Sautéed caramelized onions, mushrooms, and peppers with provolone and American cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peter Luger Steak Sub - $11.5: Thinly sliced Black Angus rib eye & aged provolone, peppers, mushrooms and onions, finished with Peter Luger steak sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Brooklyn Sub - $11.5: Shaved rib eye steak tossed with Utica Greens, sliced capicola, melted aged provolone and marinara sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Parm Sub - $10.99: Homemade meatballs, marinara sauce, mozzarella and fresh grated parmesan. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- New York Style Cheese Cake - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Loli’s Homemade Cannoli - $4.5: Sweet ricotta, piped into a fresh shell, finished with chocolate chips, & powdered sugar. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Reese’s Peanut Butter Pie - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Mousse Cake - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Carrot Cake - $5.5
- Oreo Cheesecake - $6.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rainbow Slice - $6.75: Vanilla cake with colorful layers! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Tiramisu - $5.5
- Chocolate Marshmallow Cookie Dough Cake - $6.75 Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Beverages
- Fountain Drink - $2.99
- 20oz Bottle - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- 2 Liter Soda - $4.25
- Water - $2.99
- Energy Drinks - $3.5
- Tea - $2.99
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