Villa Francesco's

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  Much better than Barones' (the old place that was here).  Honestly haven't complained about anything I've gotten from there.  Great back room for groups.  BYOB and reasonable prices.  They also have a take-out area/ pizzeria.  Pizza is very good as well.

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  Posted on 02.13.13 Nick B.

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  I was pleasantly surprised to find this restaurant on a trip to the post office. Being in the mood for some good Italian food my wife and I ventured in. My first impression was that the restaurant is very clean, and well lit. When we walked in, there already was a pretty large lunch crowd, a good indicator about a restaurant. We were promptly escorted to our table, and the wait staff was fast and friendly. The food itself was just good. Not the greatest Italian cuisine, but still worth a visit. Overall, I rate Villa Francesco's three stars. Good decor, clean and friendly staff, food good.

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  Posted on 12.31.12 Gilberto C.

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  Food very good. Came here for holiday gathering with coworkers. Only issue was waitress spilled red wine on coat of member of our party. No attempt to comp meal or any sort of compensation or apology.

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  Posted on 12.29.12 Dana G.

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  I went with a group of 5 for lunch last week.We had a beautiful table right by the window.The service was prompt and courtious.I ordered the grilled francesco and it was delicious.All the pasta is fresh.Everyone at our table had never been there before and everyone Loved the food.This is one of our new favorite restaurants.

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  Posted on 09.19.12 Kristina B.

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  Today was my father's 87th birthday.  He lives just seconds from this restaurant.  We had made reservations for a restaurant in Ewing but the threatening storm made us choose something closer.  A few days ago my father and his twin brother had lunch here so my father suggested it for lunch/dinner so that we all could get home before the predicted heavy storms arrived.  WOW!  Five of us went to lunch together.  The place itself is lovely and clean.  We were seated right away.  We had a nice big round table.  We had iced tea, soda, coffee served to us right away.  Then we ordered.  I ordered a starter of RUSTICO NAPOLETANO....prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, olives, tomatoes peppers, and more and a CAPRESE salad.  We were brought a plate of beautiful breads and the best olive oil bread dip I have ever had.  Everyone at the table remarked on how good the bread and dip were.  The salads came and were absolutely beautiful and fresh and delicious.  Next...soup.  My daughter and I had a bowl of the PASTA FAGIOLI.  Delicious!  Just perfect and a very generous size (the bowl of soup...and it was a bowl...came with out meal).  Husband had NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWER (he's from Boston) and proclaimed it delicious.  Then the main course.  I had the RAVIOLI ROSA ...pink cream sauce to die for.  I ate it with my spoon before I even touched my light and very fresh ravioli (this is not frozen pasta).  My daughter had PAPPARDELLA ALFREDO WITH CHICKEN.  Again...to die for.  Chicken was perfectly grilled, alfredo sauce light and creamy, not over bearing, pasta was fresh and cooked perfectly.  Husband had CHICKEN MAXIMO (chicken with tomatoes, mushrooms, asparagus, mozzarella over pappardella).  He hates flat noodles but absolutely loved his meal...including the noodles.  Daughter's fiance had GRILLED CRAB CAKE PANINI....again...loved it.  Lots of crab.  And the birthday boy had the GRILLED ITALIANO panini which is grilled chicken, bacon, arugula, parmigiano, and honey mustard dressing.  Loved it.  
  
  After finishing all that delicious food...and passing it back and forth for sharing...we told the waitress we'd like to see the dessert tray because it was my father's birthday.  We ordered...husband had some kind of chocolate raspberry cake, fiance had a chocolate chip walnut extravaganza, I had fresh Italian (ricotta) cheese cake, daughter had PEACH SORBET (homemade and served in a frozen peach!), the birthday boy had LEMON SORBET (you guessed it...served in a frozen lemon).
  Daughter even remarked how good the coffee was!
  
  All of that delicious food for five adults....lovely setting...excellent wait staff...$147.
  
  Absolutely perfect afternoon with food that was beyond delicious.  The takeout menu (there's even a pizza restaurant attached...and free local delivery) says that the restaurant in under new management ....All I have to say (after all I have already said) is this was the best dining experience I have had in years.  Highly, highly recommend this restaurant.

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  Posted on 09.08.12 Susan L.

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  I have been there a week back for lunch. The food was decent but the staff was not. I forgot one of my favorite sweaters there and gave them a call in the evening. They confirmed that they had it and asked me to pick up whenever. I went a day later to know that the waitress took it with her!! The staff was mocking when they told me this. I am never going back there.

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  Posted on 04.23.12 Deepthi V.

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  At first, I was perplexed that our area was getting another red sauce Italian restaurant (we already have more than enough).  However, I am happy to say that Villa Francesco's is by far the best of the bunch.  The food is very solid (if a bit expensive) and I find that they do even basic dishes like Chicken Parmesan really well.  The penne with vodka sauce is also outstanding.  
  
  We have young children who are far more discerning diners than their parents, and they also love coming here.  They have a kids meu with portions big enough that you end up taking some home.  It would be nice to see this place stick around and gain a following.

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  Posted on 02.19.12 Joe D.

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