Francesco's Hole In the Wall
Italian • $$
Serves authentic Italian cuisine with a frequently changing menu featuring dishes like chicken piccata, seafood diavolo, and butter cake.
Ranked #1 out of 13 Italian / Pizza restaurants in Northbrook
Also ranked #3 of 58 restaurants in Northbrook
butter cake
#1 of 102 Desserts in the area
Warm butter cake is consistently praised for its rich, moist texture, buttery flavor, and delightful pairing with gelato and caramel.
osso buco
#2 of 105 Meat & Poultry in the area
Veal shanks in the osso buco are praised for being tender, flavorful, and falling off the bone, served with rich risotto.
desserts (all varieties)
#3 of 102 Desserts in the area
The desserts are consistently praised for being delicious, with many describing them as outstanding and worth every calorie.
chilean sea bass
#1 of 53 Seafood in the area
The Chilean sea bass is praised for its buttery texture, fresh flavor, and perfect preparation, often served with spinach or couscous.
Overall Flavor — Exceptional
What’s a flavor score?Service — Good
Benny's notes: Standout dishes such as the addictive artichokes and perfectly cooked branzino, paired with attentive service from the owner, make this intimate gem a must-visit.
Atmosphere
Noise Level — Average
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Phone
(847) 272-0155Hours
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