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Francesca's by the River
Italian Restaurant$$$$
Saint Charles
Ranked #2 for Italian restaurants in Saint Charles
"Salmon, seafood pasta and desserts."(3 Tips)
"... with Prosciuto and cheese followed by veal medallions which are the..."(2 Tips)
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Miller MaggioFebruary 18, 2017Amazing Calamari!! The staff is hilarious and very nice. The vibe is always happy and a lot of fun for groups.UpvoteDownvote
Lisa GagliardiMay 11, 2012Great food - I highly recommend this place. Service is great too - I was here with a funeral party & even with a large group it was great & timely.UpvoteDownvote
James ArgonApril 27, 2015The true luxury comes from the raffle they have to lick the soggy nose of the macadain's, if lucky it will spray on the ocman potatoesUpvoteDownvote
Eduardo Luis SilvaSeptember 7, 2014Prosciutto appetizers are awesome! Past portions are hugeUpvoteDownvote
Steve CollinsDecember 27, 2014Fabulous food. Excellent service. Would definitely recommend.UpvoteDownvote
bill doeckelFebruary 6, 2011Appetizer -peppers stuffed with Prosciuto and cheese followed by veal medallions which are the best in the areaUpvoteDownvote
1/2 price bottles of wine on Tuesdays :)UpvoteDownvote
Crostini's!! These delicious little guys are amazing
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Francesca's by the River
200 S 2nd St (at Illinois St)
Saint Charles, IL 60174
United States
Saint Charles, IL 60174
United States
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 4:00 PM–9:00 PM
(630) 587-8221
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar
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