Yenny Cho
The highlight was the squid ink pasta, it's all I've been thinking about since trying this place for the first time. The beef cheek gnocchi was good but slightly under seasoned and the gnocchi was too soft like potato mash, had no chew or bite to it. The beef cheek was really beautiful. The staff was lovely at the restaurant but no one food checked. I had to cancel an earlier booking because my friend's flight was delayed due to a car accident. I emailed few hours before asking for it to be moved and didn't hear back so I called at 5pm and Sarah was really helpful. Turns out a staff member did move my booking but didn't reply to my email which I think was kind of poor as it doesn't take long to confirm that the booking was rescheduled. Other than that, I can see why Francesca's is highly rated by people and I would go back.
Viv Halliwell
As soon as we opened the door and the air vacuumed through the space the smell was so very inviting. I enjoyed the Duch Rissoto dish with crackling. It was fantastic. Service was on point which was welcoming, as an experienced hospo person I loved this. We also had a person gard of hearing that had no difficulty hearing the conversation. Highly recommend Francesca's.
Mikkaela Garza
This restaurant was my husband choice coz he's been kept coming and he always mentioned I would love the place coz I like Italian food...I celebrated my Birthday with our friend and it's simple celebration with important people...I appreciated everything love the ambience...price reasonable and yummy
Taylor Fawcett
My fiance and I ate at Francesca's while we were on a cross-country road trip in August. Their pasta was incredible (we had the duck ragu and the lamb shoulder ragu), and the tiramisu was the best we've ever had. While we were eating, we learned that Francesca's sells a cookbook of different recipes they offer on their menu! While we weren't able to buy it at the restaurant, we definitely ordered one off eBay when we got home from our trip. The meal we had was so good, that we wanted to try to recreate it at home.
gosmami
Omg i love this place 😍 very delicious pizza 😍😍😍 i really enjoy 😍 very beautiful ambiance 😍 very friendly and welcoming staffs 😍 prices really normal 😍🥳 thank you so much guys 😍😍🇳🇿🇳🇿
Michela Zanata
Wonderful Italian cuisine in the heart of Christchurch. Cosy ‘bistro’ ambience, with a wood-fired oven for Neapolitan style pizzas. We loved our pastas and the market fish of the day.
Cat
So happy that I found this place during our trip for my pasta craving. Both pizza and pasta were really good
Raf K
It used to be best Italian restaurant in South Island and we used to go there regularly, it even had dedicated vegan menu under previous management. Now it’s an average place with always same never changing menu and almost nothing to chose from if you are vegan. Out of all options pizza is decent as it’s freshly and properly baked in oven. Wine options are quite good too.
Audi Wong
Lovely food, more than adequate portions and great service within a cosy atmosphere. Will be back for sure.
PJM
We dined as a couple of walk-ins, so sat along the bar. (booking ahead is recommended)
sabrina williams
This is the best Italian food I have had in a long time. The pepperoni pizza was delicious along with the pasta (It had capers and olives). Tomas really made our food with love, I could taste it. I will definitely be back next time I am in town. The music was also very enjoyable.
Valerie Jacquard
Very good main dishes ! The gnocchis were delicious.
However i was disappointed by the tiramisu. And the waitress did not know how to pour wine in our glasses …
Maryene Muniz
if you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience with outstanding food, wine, and service, look no further than Francesca's Italian Kitchen. And if you're a fan of gnocchi, be sure to order it - you won't regret it!
Jessica A
The vegetarian gnocchi was yummy! Not a strong Gorgonzola flavor. The mushroom pasta was everyone’s favorite! The pizzas were okay. Braised beef gnocchi delicious!
Ingrid Lansard
So delicious! I recommend the 4 cheeses pizza and the polenta fries!
Matt Aldridge
Fantastic location, vibe, food and service. The beef cheek & lamb were tender, the portion sizes generous, wine choices top notch and the gnocchi was light fluffy, crispy with notes of cheddar & fresh lemon. I've never tasted gnocchi this good. Would definitely recommend, use entertainment book to leave your wallet as satisfied as your taste buds. 10/10
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