Thank you Francesca's. Always excellent food. Atmosphere and service! Very accommodating. Would recommend whole heartedly.

We came to Francesca's Cucina on Monday night after graduation weekend and had such a great experience. We had reservations for 6:30 PM and were seated immediately upon arrival. A little advice, try to make reservations before 7 PM because the restaurant gets very crowded later in the evening. The complimentary focaccia bread was absolutely delicious : soft, fresh, and full of flavor. We shared the mozzarella triangles as an appetizer, which were excellent. For my entrée, I ordered the pecan-crusted salmon salad and it was amazing. My lady bug had the ravioli, and so did snore bug , both really enjoyed it. Our waiter was outstanding: bubbly, attentive, and made the whole dinner even more enjoyable. The ambiance was vibrant and lively, perfect for celebrating after graduation weekend. Another plus is that the restaurant offers complimentary parking with several parking lots available nearby. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience and would definitely come back! read more

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I always have a great time going to Francesca's Cucina. Decided to get an early dinner with a 5:15 reservation in the dining area. My table was ready as soon as I arrived. I do recommend going to an earlier dinner there, as it gets very busy after 6:30. The service was lovely, very timely and I never felt rushed. Our server was very informative about the menu and answered every question I had. After ordering drinks our server let us place our appetizer order and informed us that after we were done with the app, they would start dinner for us. We got the bang bang calamari as an appetizer. Cooked beautifully. The calamari was not rubbery and the breading was crispy. Well seasoned and not overly spicy. Soups and salads were brought promptly after the appetizer. We never had a crowded table, very lovely service. I got the side Cesar salad and my partner got the Italian wedding soup. The salad wasn't a plain Cesar salad, it came with red peppers and olives. The soup was hot and tasted lovely. We used the bread that came with a tomato sauce in the soup as well, good combo. For dinner I enjoyed a filet mignon topped with garlic butter, garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus, and added 3 scallops. The filet was cooked perfectly! Very tender and melted in my mouth. Scallops were cooked beautifully as well. Everything was seasoned to perfection. For dessert we enjoyed the chocolate lava cake topped with a raspberry ice cream and chocolate drizzle. The chocolate lava cake wasn't very lava-y however, that didn't ruin my experience. I was weary of the raspberry ice cream, as I usually don't get a fruity ice cream. But it was very pleasant, the raspberry wasn't overwhelming and complemented the chocolate cake. Highly recommend Francesca's always! And I'm excited for the summer when they open outdoor dining again. All in all, I enjoyed my time. But I must add this restaurant is priceyyy. But hey, you get what you pay for. read more

Francesca's Cucina - Filet Mignon with garlic butter, asparagus, scallops, and garlic mashed potatoes - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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While the food here is excellent, the service here is disappointing and I would rather support other restaurants in the area. When we arrived for our reservation the other night, the host did not welcome us or ask how she could help, and she rolled her eyes when we walked up to the stand. When she took us to our table, we asked for a high chair for our baby (noted in the reservation) and she said to ask the person who brought us water. As soon as we sat down, another party was seated and their host offered them a high chair right away. Another table was set for a large party and had a high chair waiting. We asked the other host if we could also get a high chair, but apparently they only had 2 and they were taken, even though we were the first party with a baby to be seated. On our previous visit to Francesca's, our experience wasn't so bad but it wasn't good either. Our server upsold us on sides without telling us they were an upgrade/extra cost. I also didn't like my cocktail (my own mistake, I did not complain about it) so I ordered a glass of wine. The waitress asked if I didn't like the cocktail, I told her I didn't, and she took it away. Although she took a full drink away, she didn't take it off our bill. I was bothered by this because someone else in our party may have wanted it. While the food here is good, I probably will not be returning due to the rude service. read more

Francesca's Cucina never disappoints! We have some staples we love from there and new specials! The service is always friendly and efficient. The bread is impeccable and we love to see the rotating dessert options! Not pictured is chocolate mousse cake and a brownie batter cannoli. My only complaint is the tight spacing in the restaurant especially if you're sat in the middle it gets a bit claustrophobic read more

Francesca's Cucina - Cheese Ravioli Pink Vodka with meatballs - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Good food, only downside is they make you wait entire party is there to sit at the table, which makes it difficult when you're planning a suprise party!! Wish they could have accommodated that for me. Also I also gave my cake for them to put in the fridge and they let it sit behind the hostess table for longer than I believe it should have (which is frustrating when you're paying a $25 outside food fee) read more

Overall a positive experience. We had a reservation and they seated us on time. I must say they would seat anyone until we were all there which as a bit frustrating since I was just parking the car. Server was extremely friendly although didn't check in on us much and we had to track them down for more drinks. Restaurant was packed, and could use some sound attenuation. Was so loud could barely engage in conversation at our table. Food was good. I wouldn't say memorable but wouldn't keep me from coming back. Overall an option for the future. read more

On a Monday evening we were able to park in the side lot and were seated right away at a quiet table by the window in the northern room. On to the ambiance it is warmly lit and welcoming. We had the warm fresh focaccia bread and sauce which comes to whet the appetite and it is a fluffy saucy teaser of what is to come. We had salad We both had the chicken parm which is nothing like any chicken parm we have had before. I chose the version with the pesto drizzle relishing the flavor combo and al dente homemade rigatoni. Service was attentive without being annoying very friendly and helpful. Desserts looked good but we were already taking half of our food home. Next time! read more

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My friends picked this for our girls night dinner. My first time here but I've had their food through catering at my old job before. I wouldn't rush back any time soon, I know I know. The inside was a bit cramped and the dining room we sat at was cramped and loud(due to the amount of people in there lol). The highlights were the cocktails, fried goat cheese fritter, side salad and my friend got the chocolate mousse cake that was good. The service was good. The calamari was rubbery and I didn't care for that(I had calamari a week prior at different restaurant it was delicious). My entree was the lobster ravioli, it was ok nothing special. I wouldn't order it again though. Maybe I'll give it another shot but not anytime soon, unless it was planned for a group outing. read more

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I hate to write this review but we had our first disappointing meal at Francesca's. We normally go in the summer and sit outside but it is February so we sat inside. It took like 20 minutes after our reservation to be seated. We were seated in the back room by the bathrooms and it was sooooo loud. You could barely hear each other or the waitress. We had specifically chosen Francesca's for their advertised scallop and lobster pasta special. It was both my husband and my bday weekend and we were both planning on getting it. The waitress came to get our drink order and said they were out of it. I was so disappointed but not much we could do. I ordered the seafood riggies instead and I understand it has onions but this was an excessive amount of onions. Like an entire onion for one pasta dish. More onion than pasta. I ate some of it but my husband finished it. Then when she brought the check it had $5 next to both our Caesar salads. When I questioned it she said there is an up charge for Caesar. I said it says comes with soup or salad and when we said Caesar who never said there was an up charge. She apologized and took one of them off which is weird as seems like they should have both come off as she never mentioned an up charge. So all in all $160 for two dinners one desert to go and two drinks each. Unfortunately in the future will only go in the summer and really wished we picked somewhere else for our bdays. read more

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To sea or not to sea? That is the question. And when you ask at Francesca's, the answer is undoubtedly- yes. Stopped in with 7:30 dinner reservations on a Tuesday- unfortunately the table was not ready and we were left to languish at the bar for an extra 15 minutes. This is a common trend at Francesca's. That being said, once we did get seated and the food started rolling in- the wait became worthwhile. I had the Arancini a Seafood Greens to start. Both were good, but the greens could use a little more spice. I had the cioppino as my main course and it was fantastic. A true bounty of the sea. Order it without hesitation. They also don't split checks so be prepared for that. Between that and the slower service, they lost a star in my book. I'm sure I'll be back. read more

Had an amazing birthday dinner at Francesca's! We started with the goat cheese fritters, with crostini and spicy marinara, my favorite in cny. We also tried stuffed hot cherry peppers which had plenty of kick. For dinner, the lobster pasta special with asparagus, lemon, tarragon sauce and plenty of lobster was amazing. The roasted halibut with truffle orzo and broccoli rabe was also fantastic and so flavorful. The chicken Riggies and Wagyu beef ravioli are always excellent choices for homemade pasta. For dessert we shared butter cakes with strawberry sauce and homemade ice cream--crispy edges and tender, buttery inside. So delicious! Our server, Jessica, was attentive and knowledgeable. We have never had a bad experience at Francesca's! read more

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We went here while visiting family in Syracuse. It's very expensive and mediocre at best. Most of the food we had didn't have a lot of flavor or seasoning and the cavatelli was in a beef broth, not a tomato base broth. Just not overly impressed for the price. read more

Francesca's Cucina - Cavatelli - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Francesca's is one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the area! My husband and I stopped by here during a short weekend trip to Syracuse. It gets super busy here, especially on weekend nights. Even with a reservation, we waited around 15-20 mins for a table. For our meal, we got to try: - Complimentary bread with tomato sauce: Warm and yummy, a perfect starter - Fried calamari: Huge portion. I liked how it wasn't so bready, and the marinara dipping sauce was good - Wagyu beef ravioli: Sooo good. Very creamy and flavorful. I actually think it tastes better the next day after heating up. - Bolognese: Delicious! They do not skimp out on the meat - Butter cake: AMAZING! I was so full by the end of our dinner, but I had to get dessert. This cake is ooey gooey and just heavenly. Definitely not a light dessert. I love how they bring out the dessert tray. Our server was also friendly and moved fast. If you're looking to bring someone out on a date, bring them here. It's very romantic and cozy inside. I wish they played more jazz or slower music! read more

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We had an amazing early dinner here utilizing resy online reservations. I had the chicken parm with vodka sauce over rigatoni, fantastic! Our server was excellent. The focaccia bread before the meal was great soft and flavorful. Meals come with a soup or salad I had the Caesar it was great. My daughter had the cheese ravioli and she liked it a lot but it was pricey for what she got. My husband had the eggplant rollatini which he enjoyed as well. I would have loved to try the butter cake (dessert options are presented in a tray right out of 80's restaurant playbook) but we were all too full. read more

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Cute restaurant in Syracuse. Highly suggest making a reservation because wait times can go quite long, due to how busy it can get. Walking into the restaurant it was much more spacious than I had thought it was. We were greeted by the hostess quickly, but had a reservation ahead of time, which allowed us to be seated promptly. It was quite loud in the restaurant, but not unbearable. The waitress was very quick to approach my wife and I, which was great. After ordering, we quickly received our drinks and bread, which was amazing. I ordered the calamari, bolognese, and butter cake, all of which were very good. Calamari was great, but nothing stood out to me that set it apart from other calamari that I've had. Do not be tricked by the picture, the portion of the bolognese was massive. I love how the sauce was full of meat, which made it all the more worth it. If you stop by, you definitely have to grab the butter cake, so delicious, probably my favorite thing here. read more

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Terrible! ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE! I haven't been here in years and I'm sorry I ever came back. Had a reservation at 7:15 and didn't get sat till 7:30. Our waiter didn't even come up to us until 8. RIDICULOUS! Our waiter couldn't care less about us it was truly an awful experience and not to mention this was on VALENTINES DAY! What a terrible way to celebrate. We didn't leave until 9:30, and that's just with getting an entree!! No dessert nothing!! So loud it was impossible to hear anything! I wouldn't recommend going it truly ruined my night. Our table was outside the door and I was freezing all night! The waiter was horrible and I am so upset this is how I spent my night. read more

Had a great birthday meal here last night. Service, food, and drinks were on point. All of us tried a season cocktail that we enjoyed. Burrata and stuffed hot peppers were a nice start to the meal. I got the daily halibut special with truffled carbonara risotto and broccolini. It was delicious! Not many places around here offer this and it's one of my favs. Finished off with their amazing butter cake which you should absolutely leave room for. My only complaint would be that it is quite loud and cramped in here on a busy night. read more

Francesca's Cucina - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Used to be good, but they clearly have gone downhill. I'm surprised that their old reputation of being even semi decent even still stands... the management has no class. Living in New York City, I frequent much more capable and respectable establishments when I stumble in somewhere drunk. Keep an eye out for the bald overweight manager -- he's feisty! read more

I brought my daughter for her birthday dinner, I made reservations for 6pm patio and noted that it was her birthday through resy. When she arrived the hostess wished her a happy birthday. Loved the little table we were seated at on the terrace just through the French doors and has a great view, unfortunately there are no fans in this area. It was a bit steamy to say the least. My daughter received her drink order Rosie Cheeks promptly. Nice light, citrus, rose perfect for a summer evening. Water, and then eventually bread and salads arrived awhile after ordering as well as my cocktail. It was a full house even on a Monday evening, service takes time but was friendly and attentive to all requests. I ordered the Cioppino which is linguini in a stew base with a plethora of seafood! Clams, muscles, shrimp,scallops and fresh fish, holy seafood! The baby octopuses floating amongst the mixture of seafood took me a little by surprise but I do love calamari! I wish the dish had a little bit more spice to it, a few sprinkles of crushed red pepper would do. My daughter's filet mignon was cooked to order and her liking. Dessert tray was presented shortly, my chocolate lover went with the layered chocolate mousse cake. It was divine! I may need to come back before that pretzel strawberry cheesecake disappears off the tray! This visit was exceptional, made my birthday girls night. read more

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The food here is sooo good!! Like I could binge eat their pizza and wings!!!! Well the service would be better it is pretty good!! It's the overall vibe and experience here that makes it exceptional! I feel so calm and collected here! 8.6/10 would recommend!! read more

We made reservations for the dining room at 4:15 (they open at 4PM). We made the reservations 3 days out for a Saturday dinner and had to go with this time slot because any time later did not have dining room availability. We were promptly seated and our waitress Samantha (who was great) took our drink orders. I liked that there are several bottles on the menu from Italy that are DOC and DOCG. For starters, we ordered the fried calamari and fried goat cheese. The calamari was cooked perfectly, but it lacked flavor. The sauce it came with was good. Overall, it was decent and I'd get it again. The fried goat cheese was great. The sauce it came with had a spicy kick to it that I really enjoyed. I was torn between egg plant rollantini, gnocchi, and ravioli, so I asked Samantha what she recommends, and she flat out told me they're all good, but there isn't a lot going on with them. They are what they are and that's it, which is okay if that's what you want, but based on our conversation, she knew I wanted something really satisfying. Side note, their eggplant rollantini is cooked with the skin still on the egg plant. Anyway, I ordered the Gemelli Angeloro, at Samantha's recommendation and substituted the grilled chicken for a chicken cutlet. The dish is made up of twin pasta, utica greens, prosciutto, extra-virgin garlic olive oil, toasted breadcrumbs, romano cheese, splash of tomato ragu, and of course the fried chicken cutlet that I asked for. It was great and I thought the portion size was perfect. My husband had the Chicken MVP. It's a chicken parm with vodka sauce and a pesto drizzle and rigatoni in their vodka sauce. The sauce was a little too loose for my liking, but it had good taste and it was uniquely their own vodka sauce. Overall, a great dish and we can see why it's so popular. Finally, for desserts we had their famous butter cake, which comes with their homemade icecream and we had the chocolate mousse cake. The butter cake is out of bounds outrageous. It lived up to the hype and honestly, but didn't make me feel absolutely destroyed after eating, which is surprising because it must be about 3500 calories (it was a special occasion, don't judge). The chocolate mousse cake was decadent. I know that word gets thrown around a lot when describing chocolatey deserts, but this thing, it was rich. Like Warren Buffet rich. If you love chocolate, don't hesitate to get this, but make sure you try the butter cake that someone orders at your table. We also had cappuccinos, which I thought were great because she was heavy on the espresso and lighter on the foam. I had a great time. The dining room, while crowded, still managed to feel somewhat intimate. By the way, the outside patio is beautiful. The next time we come back we have already decided to get some of the specials because they all sounded great. And we will definitely request Samantha be our waitress. read more

Wonderful experience, and great food! My friend and I started off with the fried calamari, and the dipping sauce options were amazing. I opted for the Braised Beef Pappardelle Pasta special and my friend got the Seafood Riggies. Both were extremely flavorful and filling. We ended with the Chocolate Cake. Which was delicious. Overall, the service was great, definitely going back. It's definitely a place that's worth visiting again and again. read more

Francesca's Cucina - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Exceptional meal, Tom was excellent. Had a Rosemary Pear Mule with my food and it was delicious read more

Francesca's Cucina - Chicken MVP - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

Definitely a hidden gem! My favorite Italian restaurant in the Syracuse area. Coming from a real Italian, this place passes the test! The ambience is very cozy, with Italian and modern decor. A lot of fresh dishes made from scratch. Food is excellent. I love how they bring a dessert tray out so you can visually see all the different options. I would recommend the homemade gnocchi in pink vodka sauce every time. The butter cake is to DIE FOR read more

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**DURING COOLER MONTHS ESPECIALLY - MAKE RESERVATION** Stopped here while in town for a convention. We usually do Italian on Saturday night, so this was one that Cuppies had found and relayed for consideration. I made a reservation for 8pm, and we headed there after the convention was over at 7. Street parking is available other than their small lot nestled in between the buildings. We found spots about two blocks down and walked up. Even with reservations you're going to wait a while for a table to open up - we were early and the bar area was slammed. The bar area is sand which between two dining rooms - and a back patio area as well. It's very loud being so busy - so expect to talk louder than usual. At about 8:15 we were sat in the back dining area and ordered some drinks and appetizers. I ordered a Four Roses old fashioned which was TURNED UP - I didn't look at the price but I got my money's worth without question. They also provided table focaccia bread and dipping sauce. We ordered several appetizers (heard ya): Goat cheese fritter: exactly how it sounds - pretty good - large chunk of cheese with crostini for dipping. I had one and decided that was good for me (4/5) Stuffed cherry peppers: Cuppies pick - I didn't have but the rest of the buds reported that they were good and had a decent kick to them (4/5) Meatballs: stuffed with cheese these came out pretty lukewarm in terms of temp. Of course the one I had didn't really have much of any cheese inside it. (3/5) Burrata: Large burrata lump on top of halved tomatoes with basil and balsamic; served with crostini. Very very very fresh and was probably one of my favorite burrata I've eaten (5/5). For my entree - I ordered the chicken parmesan which is my main go-to when it comes to Italian places. served on riggies (rigatoni) - it came with a LARGE piece of chicken. The sauce was a little odd to me - or possibly the cheese that gave it a sweet hint on some bites? But overall good. For dessert there were several options - and all desserts are made ***IN-HOUSE*** by a pastry chef. I went with the chocolate mouse pie - which was so incredibly good: creamy, rich and a large slice. Wow. Finished it off with a large cup of coffee and paid the bill. I wish I would have paid attention to our waitress' name - very nice and attentive: hair braided back and with a thick upstate-NY accent. She was great. Overall this place was solid. Would recommend while in the SYR NY AREA. read more

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Bam! Make sure you have a reservation, or you'll be eating at the bar like we had to (Aww, shucks). If there are daily specials in any category get them. They will not disappoint. The prices reflect the quality of ingredients and care in preparation, so be ready to part with some coin, for some awesome authentic food. And the penalty for eating at the bar was the engaging, yet not overbearing bar staff, who were as excellent as the fare. read more

Not so secret to locals, but if you're in Syracuse for a business meeting and need a place to host, hit this place up: I was in this town for work and I took my local rep here per his suggestion. This was a great dining experience. Did the Calabrian ribs over polenta. Super tender. Great take on ribs. Wasn't like American BBQ, but very Calabrian as I would imagine. Tender, pull apart. Nice sauce. Over a great polenta. You don't live polenta, you've never had it down well like this. Main dish was filet gorgonzola. What can go wrong with a dish like this? The filet was nice and rare. Two filets both cooked to my liking nice and rare. The pasta was as good as you can make it. Extra lil bit of veg and panko in the dish. My friend who is a regular always gets the bolognese and that dish is consistent. We sat at the bar and phenomenal service. Drinks tended too, food rec's. Outside garden was poppin. Artwork on the walls and overall decor very Modern Syracuse. This city will be a food scene soon, a destination for foodies; whether that's good or bad- Come eat at Francesca's. I endorse this place If you're a local or a traveler try it. Very walkable and Uberable/Lyftable proximity Eat here! read more

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My first time at Francesca's was a wonderful experience for my birthday. There was a wait and they blocked off walk ins so make sure to make a reservation. I don't like how there is a cancellation fee of $30 if you don't make your reservation though. The price of everything is also on the higher end and dress nicer as well. When you first walk into the restaurant you are greeted by a packed bar with retro flooring and a wooden ceiling. It's gorgeous with a variety of different little "rooms" you can sit in. However, there isn't much room to wait for your table and it was brutally hot out. The food was a mixture of amazing and okay. Bread was delicious and served with tomato oil. Both of our meals got italian wedding which was delicious. However, the calamari was a bit lackluster in flavor. I got the Chicken Francese which didn't have much flavor at all even with a lemon squeezed. My boyfriend got Cioppino and loved it. Next time I think I will stick with a pasta dish. read more

Francesca's Cucina - Chicken Francese - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Everything was fabulous! Our server Heather was wonderful. The bread is an addiction by itself! I had the cavatelli with hot sausage which was delicious(I will be eating this for 2 more days) my husband had the chicken parm and loved it. We will be back in the area next summer for the NY American Legion conference and will definitely be back again!! read more

I'll keep this review short as I've done reviews before, but updates are important. Food incredible, Dessert heavenly. The outside eating area, Gorgeous. Service provides smooth operations. It's just constantly wonderful. I still feel the music is too loud inside, but maybe I'm just old now! I highly recommend getting a reservation and you're able to reserve for inside or outside. It's guaranteed to be busy no matter when you go. Enjoy!! read more

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Came here on Saturday night but the restaurant is closed. No update on Google or Yelp or their own website

Francesca's is one of my favorite sit-down restaurants in Syracuse. It has a moody, dimly lit atmosphere that's perfect for date night and offers stellar Italian food. I could eat their free focaccia for my entire meal, but their filet gorgonzola is too good to pass up. Do not skip dessert here!! Their seasonal dessert menu (where each option is presented to you on a tray) is amazing, and my mouth still waters when I think about our apple dessert. Getting a reservation ahead of time is the way to dine here as it can get busy, but I think it's completely worth the extra planning. I always try to come here whenever I get the chance read more

Wow !!!! Such a great meal and impeccable service. The only thing that would have made it better was a table outside in what one could sum up as a secret garden. Unfortunately, the weather did not cooperate so we will have to trade that for another visit. Apps and dinner were delicious. We wrapped up dinner with butter cake. The butter cake was nice and crispy with a side of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. Next time I would get it without Strawberry sauce as it was very sweet and overpowering. Street Parking is available but can be challenging. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

place blew any other italian food i've ever had out of the water. im italian and grew up in an all sicilian neighborhood so that really is a big claim. jess was an absolutely amazing server! my friends and i will definitely be back read more

Francesca's Cucina - MVP Chicken (chicken parm in vodka sauce) - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

The food was great and the espresso martini even better! The only reason I gave 4 stars is because of the music playing. It was really loud, making it hard to have a conversation...and the selection seemed very random. Kind of killed the atmosphere. read more

This place is great! Tons of food, all super rich and filling, but worth it. Definitely need a reservation. read more

Angelo Angeloro owned Angeloro's Cafe on State Street, which remained open from 1910 to 1989. His wife, Francesca Angeloro, was the kind of Italian grandmother you see in movies: warm, huggable and constantly pushing more food on your plate. Francesca's homemade meatballs, marinara sauce and gnocchi dinners set the standard of Italian cuisine for her twin grandsons, George and Gary Angeloro. When George grew up, he wanted to open an Italian restaurant like his grandfather's in the heart of Syracuse's Little Italy. In the early planning stages of the restaurant, George and a business partner kicked around the name Alimentos, meaning "food" or "nourishment" in Italian. When the partner couldn't come up with enough money to open, the twins' father bought the building and the restaurant became a family-owned business instead and George decided to name the restaurant Francesca's Cucina instead, after his grandmother's kitchen, where his love of cooking and eating began. Francesca's has been a staple in Syracuse and the Little Italy area since 2004. My wife was recently given a gift card to Francesca's for her birthday. We have been to Francesca's Pizza location several times and enjoyed everything, but never to the sit down Italian location itself. We decided to go this past weekend. Reservations had to be made, and we made them for 4:45 PM. Plenty of on street parking available, but we were able to pull into the small side parking lot specifically for Francesca's customers next to the restaurant. We were able to be sat immediately when we arrived. Fresh bread and sauce served as an appetizer, both very good. I ordered the braciole, thin pounded pork stuffed with Utica greens with a side of parpadelle pasta in a red wine tomato sauce. My wife order the chicken & shrimp dish, sautéed chicken scallopini and jumbo shrimp with shallots, garlic, wild mushrooms, and roasted red peppers, finished with a sweet Marsala cream sauce, served over linguine. It took a while for our food to come, probably a good 45 minutes. There were not many tables full when we were sat, but they did fill up eventually. Our food was brought and surprisingly, we were both disappointed with our meals. My Utica greens had no heat to them, were very watery, and the sauce on my pasta didn't have much flavor. My wife's Marsala sauce was better, but even she felt let down by her dish. Perhaps we were just expecting more because of Francesca's reputation, but nothing was out of this world good to us. Nothing was bad, but we just expected more. On the other hand, we both got desserts, my wife the butter cake and I chose the triple chocolate cake, and both were absolutely delicious. Our server was friendly and, while the price was high for a meal we found mostly disappointing, they are comparable to similar restaurants. I don't believe that we would go again. We have yet to have amazing Italian food in Syracuse. read more

Francesca's Cucina - a plate of pasta and meat - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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Not worth the hype! Atmosphere did not match the price of the food. It was crowded, loud, and Def Leopard and Shaboozy was playing to de enhance the experience! To add to it, the salad was gritty and sandy. Basically, the food was average or less. Definitely not as authentic as we hoped.. I would not recommend. read more

Went here the day before valentines. We got seated in the back room. It was sooooo dark. The service was quick. I enjoyed the free bread and dipping sauce. My vodka ravioli was good, but small. The cheese has a weird zing though. Would probably not order again. I loved the vodka sauce though. My husband's fettuccine Alfredo was very large. The Italian soup was good. As well as our dessert. read more

Francesca's Cucina - Red velvet butter cake - Italian Near Me - Syracuse, New York

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