Enjoy authentic Italian meals in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere with live piano music and personalized service.
Professional catering for events, weddings, and celebrations with custom Italian menus and gift baskets.
Convenient delivery and takeout options for enjoying Franca's delicious Italian cuisine at home.
Host birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions in our quaint restaurant with tailored service.
Indulge in house-made desserts and divine cappuccinos to complete your dining experience.
AMAZING! This is such a beautiful, quaint restaurant. They had the owner playing the piano and sang a beautiful happy birthday to one of the customers. He also greeted us and talked with us before we left as well as walking around and checking on the tables. It was such a nice environment with relaxing music and dim lighting so stunning. The service was amazing and made you feel like family the second you walked in. I ordered the gnocchi rose which was so flavourful and delicious. I would highly recommend and will for sure be returning.
Some places offer service; others offer genuine hospitality. This Italian restaurant is firmly in the latter category, thanks to Jennifer. I ordered a gift basket for a friend’s wedding and was met with exceptional care from start to finish. Jennifer took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for, ensured the basket matched my expectations, and sourced beautiful, high-quality items that made the gift feel truly special. The entire process was effortless, thoughtful, and impeccably handled. If you’re in the area and need a gift basket done right, Jennifer is the person to see. She makes great service look like an art form.
We headed to Franca’s for my fiancées birthday dinner celebration. The food was good. It reminded us of our trip to Italy we took a month ago. If you’re close by or kicking around the area or waiting to try it out. Give Franca’s a try.
We had an excellent night out dining at Franca’s for the first time. Franca was even kind enough to visit our table multiple times throughout the night, and adjust our Burrata dish to suit 3 of us. We had the burrata, balsamic chicken, gnocchi, and mushroom pasta (can’t remember the exact noodle). Everything was delicious, but we did think the rose sauce could have been a little more rich/flavorful. Look forward to bringing others to dine at Franca’s again. Don’t skip the desserts!
We have found our new favourite local restaurant! What a beautiful and welcoming restaurant with the most DELICIOUS & fresh Italian food. The staff all made us feel like family; it felt like home. Our waitress was the absolute BEST ❤️. Franca, the owner and namesake, came to our table and introduced herself to us. I recommend the burrata - it was to die for and a house specialty! We shared the pollo parmigiana and it was everything I could have dreamed of. To finish we each ordered our own dessert with a cappuccino (you MUST get one, it was divine!). Franca surprised us with an after dinner treat - I won't ruin the surprise, but you should sip it not shoot it (like my husband did, LOL!) I cannot recommend this restaurant enough- it is a must try in Calgary!

Authentic Italian cuisine served with heartfelt hospitality in Calgary.
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Franca's Italian Restaurant brings the warmth and flavors of Italy to Calgary, offering a cozy, family-like dining experience. Known for its delicious, fresh Italian dishes like burrata, gnocchi rose, and pollo parmigiana, the restaurant also features live piano music and personalized service from owner Franca. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a romantic night out, Franca's provides catering, food delivery, and takeaway options, making it a beloved local spot with a 4.8-star rating.
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