Francesco's Ristorante & Pizzeria

My favorite Italian restaurant in Orlando! So happy to be living nearby! Can’t go wrong with their gnocchi

Some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had! (and I’ve visited Italy haha)
The woman at the host stand is pleasant and super patient, especially with special seating requests.
The rest of the staff is delightful as well and I always enjoy their wine pairing recommendations.
Go here to relax, enjoy some authentic Italian food (that’s not overpriced) and a nice bottle of wine. Enjoy!

Dinner was fantastic, ambiance relaxing as we sat outside. The place was very busy, completely booked up. We didn't have any delays is great service. Definitely will go back.

Classic Italian food with friendly staff. The servers are very knowledgeable when it comes to the menu and wine. Some of the servers are even Italian. Food is good although the chicken tends to be a little dry as if it is precooked and held hot. I think the bread should be warm but the bread is delicious. Also a lot of our China was dirty... glasses and plates. I was with a part of 8.

Other than that it is a great place to visit and the prices are reasonable. I will dine here again.

I always judge a new-to-me Italian restaurant by one dish...Chicken Parmesan. I find that if you can pull off this basic staple dish with deep yet fresh flavors, you understand the true concept of great Italian cooking. So, of course, that's what I ordered.
First came a very good loaf bread with an interesting oil and a vinegar that was sweet but not reduced. It was combined with herbs as a dipping sauce, and was followed by a heaping plate of tender fried calamari with a thick red sauce. The calamari were lightly fried, slightly salty, and thankfully not chewy or dry. They were also plentiful. I could be perfectly happy ordering them as an entree and splitting them with a friend, perhaps with a salad.
The entree then arrived and did not disappoint. There was a generous portion of thin chicken breast covered with thick cheese and a hearty red sauce. The dish was prepared to carefully meld the flavors but still keep each layer distinct and fresh. The red sauce was the star of the dish, perfectly balancing sweet with acid while still presenting a surprising depth of flavor.
My compliments to the chef! We will definitely return.