Francescos Hole In The Wall

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For three star Italian, try Francesco's Hole In The Wall in Northbrook. This place is moderately priced. Upon entering the restaurant, you'll find a romantic atmosphere.

User Reviews of Francescos Hole In The Wall

Yelp.com Review - by Gene F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh Frankie... Frank's cousin actually runs the place. According to Frank's ex-wife, "Frank can't manage a restaurant." (Bias: she owns and operates the restaurant next door, conveniently called "Next...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ruth M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Get there early, get there often. All the serves have been working there for 17 years, the owner stands in the back and gets tables for his best customers and friends, and their menu is written on...
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Fresh and very tasty italian food. Very Cozy (small) and has a great variety. The eggplant anything is always good and the papperdelle has always been very consistent. Not a big fan of paying in cash...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by jenny h.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is maybe my fav italian restaurant in the suburbs. I am probably a bit biased, but I love this place. The hole in the wall salad (you need to have the meat and cheese with it) is delicious. fresh...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of the better Italian restaurants I've been to. The bread is delicious! Make sure you get it hot. The Hole in the Wall salad is very tasty. You must get the salami & cheese on the salad.I...
yelp.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kim K.

2.0 of 5 stars. I was excited to try this place based on good word-of-mouth and the positive reviews here. I'm sorry to say I was quite disappointed. If you are a knowledgeable Italian food lover (especially if you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Feels wierd to say this, but the best italian in Chicago is in the suburbs. Hole in the wall is really great, everything but the 2 hour wait to get in almost any night.
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Seth F.

2.0 of 5 stars. Key Yelp: Not convinced. I will go back, but I am thinking people are getting caught up in the "allure" or history as opposed to the food. N.B. NO RESERVATIONS, COLD, HARD CASH ONLY!.Review: Went...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by David L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went here with my girfriend because I read some great reviews before. And I must say, it did not disappoint. Even after I have recommended to other friends, everyone continues to love this place....
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by John C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Foodwide, Francesco's is 'Old school Italian'. Just tremendous high quality food. They would fit in just fine in any Little Italy anywhere in the country and more than hold their own.Like all...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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Awesome small "hole in the wall"

I was traveling and this place was recommended to me by others. The moment I walked in I fell in love with it. The menu on the board was excellent and the server had an outstanding menu knowledge. Not pricey...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bradley O.

5.0 of 5 stars. REAL Italian food.This is the original hole-in-the wall restaurant in the Chicago area. None of your run of the mill chintzy pastas and pizzas here. The menu is written on a massive chalkboard at...
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brad W.

5.0 of 5 stars. By far the best Italian meal you will ever have. You must start your meal with the Hole in the Wall Salad, and a house special is the Veal Parmesan. And best of all... it is very moderately priced....
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mariana P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Hands down the best Italian food I have ever had, and I have had a lot of Italian food. The numerous photos of celebrity customers attest to just how great the food really is. The best part is that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Margaret B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Start with a large hole in the wall salad, with the artichokes and roasted red peppers (iceberg, tomatoes, cucumbers, fantastic Italian meats and cheeses). All of their food is fantastic but I'm a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynn S.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is a very small restaurant with limited hours, usually crowded, with barely enough parking places because it has a sister restaurant next door. Guests should be willing to wait to dine here, and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Patty V.

4.0 of 5 stars. First rate food,if you don't mind waiting. No reservations or credit cards. Cash only-so be prepared! Very good service. Ask to sit in Mary's section. She will take very good care of you.Menu changes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nick N.

4.0 of 5 stars. One small dining room, no more than fifteen tables, and the menu is written out nightly on a big chalkboard. Whenever I walk into Hole In The Wall, I feel like I've been transported to something...
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by R. B.

2.0 of 5 stars. definetly not worth the time spent waiting for a table. we ordered lamb chops, which came out burned to a crisp, lobster ravioli which was overly fishy tasting and a shell pasta dish which was...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffany T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Really great italian food with a cute and cozy atmosphere equals a great place for a romantic dinner or a fun family outing. Beware - no credit cards accepted - something I found out the hard way!
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Cathy L.

5.0 of 5 stars. This restaurant is AMAZING! If you're a fan of italian, this is the place to go. A cozy restaurant with the menu written on the wall, you will love everything about this place. The food is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2005
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Best Italian Food around Chicago

If you know good food, everyone should go to Hole in the Wall. It has a great atmosphere, service and most importantly the best food
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2004
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10

Great ambience and feel to this small establishment. You will love the food and the atmoshphere that is has to offer.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2002
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Metromix

diners fill this room's 17 tables to enjoy authentically old-style italian food. beloved by locals and renowned beyond. try the veal chop vesuvio or grilled snapper at first visit...
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Metromix

too bad food was not as nice as decor.staff was pleasant,nothing against them.problem was the food.we were disapointed with the iceberg lettuce salad.we ordered iced tea & got snapple-they charge for...
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10Best

a self-proclaimed hole in the wall, this place is actually cozier than you might at first think when reading the name. the dining room exudes a friendly, inviting feeling, accentuated by the knowledgeable...
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AOL CityGuide

good things come in small eateries...
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SearchChicago

cozy, as the name implies (16 tables). always busy, always excellent. classic italian (check the chalkboard) that never seems to miss...
searchchicago.com - user review
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