Mia Francesca

Some friends recently threw a "wig-out" party which required all attendees to come wearing his or her favorite wig. Of course, neither Zack nor I had any wigs so we decided to go to Ragstock in Lakeview before going to Mia Francesca, an Italian restaurant nearby. Zack bought a "Hollywood actress" wig and I bought a bright red "devil" wig with two horns coming out of the top.

We started out in the cobblestone terrace but were ushered inside to the second floor after it started drizzling. The interior was elegant and had interesting black and white photographs and antique lamps and finishings.

We ordered calamari fritti which came out piping hot right out of the fryer. The batter was very light and the squid very tender. For the main course, we shared a pesto pasta and roasted chicken with a tomato-based sauce. They were nice enough to bring out two plate with some of both dishes after we told them that we were sharing. The chicken was not bad and the pesto was good. The prices are very reasonable and I would go back or try one of their other locations.

Mia Francesca
3311 N Clark
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 281-3310