Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant – Italian
Frankies channels the nostalgic charm of a bustling New York neighborhood haunt, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of bubbling mozzarella marinara and slow-simmered minestrone. The kitchen delivers a soulful tribute to Italian-American tradition, balancing hearty bowls of pasta fagioli and charred individual pizzas with vibrant seafood salads and briny Manhattan chowders that transport the senses straight to the Big Apple.
Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, California CA 90046 http://frankiesonmelrose.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Dairy-Free at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Live Maine Lobster and Julias Grilled Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Live Maine Lobster and Julias Grilled Chicken Breast. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 12 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Grilled Vegetable Salad, House Salad and Mozzarella Marinara. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 5 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Steamed Clams, Live Maine Lobster and Hot Antipasto. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Live Maine Lobster and Chicken Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Live Maine Lobster and Chicken Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 2 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad and Live Maine Lobster. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant in Los Angeles has 5 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mozzarella Marinara, Homemade Minestrone and Bruchetta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Marsala | 4 g | 54 g |
| Lasagna Al Forno | 15.1 g | 49.2 g |
| Eggplant Parmigiana | 78.6 g | 30.4 g |
| Hot Antipasto | 18.6 g | 24.5 g |
| Grilled Vegetable Salad | 78.7 g | 22.4 g |
| Homemade Minestrone | 19 g | 17.3 g |
| Steamed Clams | 1.5 g | 15.5 g |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 13.7 g | 11.3 g |
| Chicken Joseph | 51.4 g | 11.3 g |
| Live Maine Lobster | 0.3 g | 10.5 g |
| Mozzarella Marinara | 42.1 g | 7.4 g |
| Shrimp Scampi | 3.5 g | 7.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the flavorful appetizers and the comfortable setting that creates a relaxing atmosphere for a meal out. Celebrated for its welcoming and attentive service, reviewers highlight how the staff regularly checks on diners to ensure a high-quality experience. Standout dishes include the highly recommended starters, which are frequently praised for their rich and satisfying flavors.
Menu
Dinner Appetizers
- Bruchetta - $10.95: Garlic toast with fresh tomatoes and basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Antipasto - $25.95: For two. Calamari, shrimp scampi, mozzarella marinara, and baked clams. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Marinara - $15.95: Served with our homemade marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Individual Pizza - $16.95: Neapolitan style with pasta and white beans. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Dinner Soup and Salad
- Pasta Fagioli - $10.95: Red seafood chowder with pasta and beans. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Frankies Italian Seafood Salad - $22.95: Fresh seafood mixed with Italian flavors in a refreshing salad. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Manhattan Seafood Chowder - $11.95: Full of fresh vegetables. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Mix Salad - $14.95: Traditional salad with romaine lettuce, garlic croutons, and parmigiana cheese with Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16.95: Romaine lettuce, garbanzo beans, tomatoes, cheese, and kidney beans with a gorgonzola vinaigrette. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Minestrone - $10.95: Baby mix lettuce, smoked mozzarella, and tomatoes with a balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $16.95: Assorted warm grilled vegetables on a bed of romaine lettuce with a balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable Salad - $16.95: Shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari with virgin olive oil, garlic, and lemon. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Chicken Specialties
- Chicken Piccata - $26.95: Served with lemon, butter, and capers. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $26.95: Marsala wine and mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Atkins, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Rosemary - $27.95: Stuffed with mozzarella cheese and prosciutto with a fresh rosemary wine sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Julias Grilled Chicken Breast - $24.95: Served with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmigiana - $27.95: Breaded cutlet with marinara sauce and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Joseph - $26.95: Lightly breaded topped with chopped tomatoes, basil, and a balsamic vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta and Favorites
- Bolognese - $25.95: Traditional meat sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna Al Forno - $27.95: Baked lasagna. Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguini with Clams - $28.95: Fresh clams with linguini. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $26.95: Prepared the same way his grandmother made it. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Seafood and Meat
- Shrimp Scampi - $20.95: Sauteed in lemon, butter and garlic sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Clams - $20.95: White wine or marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop Giganti - $31.95: Large grilled pork chop. Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Live Maine Lobster: Fresh Maine lobster. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant
- Is Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including House Salad, Live Maine Lobster and Julias Grilled Chicken Breast.
- What can I eat at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant on a dairy-free diet?
- House Salad, Live Maine Lobster and Julias Grilled Chicken Breast carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Frankies - New York Italian Restaurant?
- Chicken Marsala, at roughly 54g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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