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Franco's Aintree

Restaurant Italian restaurant

👍 I recommend coming here for a event e.g. a date because they offer fantastic dishes originally from Italy (They also serve cocktails). I recommend coming here and personally I would come here again. People often mention staff, service, good, friendly, great, lovely, recommend, nice,


Address

1 Melling Rd, Fazakerley, Liverpool L9 0LE, United Kingdom

Website

www.francosaintree.com

Contact

+44 151 281 3189

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (166 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Friday: 3 to 9:30 pm
  • Saturday: 12 to 9:30 pm
  • Sunday: 12 to 9 pm
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 4 to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 4 to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 4 to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: staff (18) service (10) good (10) friendly (9) great (8) lovely (7) recommend (6) nice (6)
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  • 4/5 KWONG2640 2 years ago on Google
    I recommend coming here for a event e.g. a date because they offer fantastic dishes originally from Italy (They also serve cocktails). I recommend coming here and personally I would come here again.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Life of R. 1 year ago on Google
    This restaurant is much improved from when I ate there two years ago. It hadn't long opened and I gave it a terrible review. The food was bland, the service was atrocious and the staff were clueless. I'm now happy to delete that review because there's no comparison between what I experienced two years ago and that I experienced last night. The food was nice with generous portions and nicely presented. The staff were amiable and on top of their game. All in all, a pleasant experience but watch out for the service charge they add to your bill. Tipping is voluntary. We paid it because we were happy enough to do so but not happy that it had been added to our bill without the words discretionary.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rachel P. 1 year ago on Google
    Been to Francos twice now and both times was excellent. Great friendly service and nothing too much bother for them. The food is very tasty and great portion sized. The prices are reasonable too. They also serve really good selection of cocktails that are lovely. On the Saturday evening there was a live singer and she was amazing. Was such a nice atmosphere. Make sure you book a table in advanced as its only small and gets busy quickly.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kev H. 1 year ago on Google
    Large party visit on Saturday night of 10 people. The smell that hits you once you walk in is like being wrapped in a comforting blanket, you know what's coming and it'll be full of garlicky goodness. We had a wide range of fussy eaters with us who had everything possible done to ensure their evening went well, so well in fact that there wasn't a single complaint from any of them which is genuinely a first. Menu choice is varied, portion size was generous and the food was piping hot and most importantly absolutely delicious. Staff and ambience were also top notch and the live singer was exceptional. Return visits will be made.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura C. 11 months ago on Google
    We came here as a group of six before the races and everything was excellent. The food, the cocktails and mostly the lovely staff who I didn’t get the names of but were so friendly. We all cannot wait to go back and are going to be visiting regularly now. Thanks so much Francos, it was lovely to visit somewhere with fresh food, modern decor and amazing staff.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marc B. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely exceptional. This isnthe best Italian food I have eaten outside of Italy. Staff were amazing and food out of this world. Thankyou for an unforgettable meal, I would happily travel back here again and again just for the food.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lynn D. 2 years ago on Google
    Food always good and good value. Staff very friendly and try hard but could do with being a little more attentive. Had to ask several times for the same thing and if wanted a drink had to call over no one came and asked if we were ok for drinks. But I feel everyone trying hard and think some of the guys were new. It's a pleasant atmosphere.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Andy P. 9 months ago on Google
    Food was lovely, friendly service. Just didn't like the optional service charge of 10%, well its not optional if you don't know about it till you've paid. This shouldn't be added if you've not asked the customer or the customer hasn't instructed you to add a tip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sarah E. 2 years ago on Google
    Really nice food, ordered too much as couldn’t finish it all. We have been here before and always good food. Only thing was the wait, waited a bit for the food to come, but understand that it was busy as there was two birthday parties in. Nice local Italian
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tony D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place with fantastic atmosphere. It was a pleasure to work on . Lovely to see it up and running. Food is authentic italian .excellent selection of premium largers and wide range of spirits .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Susan L. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious food and decent prices. The server lady we had was quite abrupt and didn't really engage in any conversation at all,but otherwise was great.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 anne w. 1 year ago on Google
    35 years we had our wedding reception here at this venue, yes things have changed but it was wonderful to visit with some of our beautiful family to celebrate our special day xx

  • 5/5 Alyson F. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was delicious live music was brilliant and staff were very friendly will definitely be going back!

  • 5/5 whats up its m. 1 year ago on Google
    We had my daughters 18th here and the staff were absolutely amazing! There was 16 of us all together and everything was perfect! Can’t thank the staff enough especially the waitress who looked after us all :) And the food was spot on. Definitely recommend

  • 5/5 mairead d. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a meal tonight with family, first time visiting and was really impressed with the food, ambience and service. Would definitely recommend and we will go again. Lovely friendly blonde waitress and nothing was too much trouble. Be warned the starters were huge and we couldn't finish our mains. 😂

  • 5/5 Alun R. 2 years ago on Google
    Extremely pleasant experience. Came on Monday for the 50% offer and it was a absolute bargain for the price. Definitely would come back

  • 4/5 Janet P. 4 months ago on Google
    Beautiful food served in a relaxed atmosphere. Sadly deducted stars for switching coffee machine to a deep clean almost 1 hr before closing ,plenty of tables still dining. Slow to clear 1 table and serving main course causing heated conversations and a tense atmosphere . Last thing missing toilet seat ! Hopefully mended should we decide to return Thank you guys

  • 4/5 Gary S. 4 months ago on Google
    Very good food,and good value, service could be a bit better,on the decent.

  • 5/5 Megan H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and very nice restaurant! Food took a little while to come but dont mind the wait when the food is very nice! Would recommend!

  • 1/5 Marius O. 1 year ago on Google
    Ordered a steak with fries which was one of the worse I had, it has no taste at all including the fries I think a frozen bag of fries form Asda taste better then them fries I had. The staff are friendly environment it’s nice but the food not so great. Second time I have been here and still disappointed. I do not recommend👎

  • 1/5 family s. 1 year ago on Google
    I have food poisoning, feel horrific. So sad as I’ve been really wanting to try here but won’t be again. Just hoping it’s a one off as really does seem like a lovely place I just won’t chance trying again I am certain it came from here as I’d had nothing else to eat due to being busy all day

  • 5/5 Tegan S. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was absolutely amazing!! And as were the staff. They were very busy but took fantastic care of us, great wine & cocktails too! Will definitely be back!

  • 3/5 Joyce J. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was good but service was slow due to not having enough staff available to run the bar, take orders and serve food. Shame as only reason not rated higher

  • 5/5 John N. 1 year ago on Google
    Booked Francos for my mums Birthday. Customer service absolutely excellent, staff so lovely, and food delicious. Definetly gonna grace this place with our presence again. Had a great night.

  • 5/5 Caroline B. 1 year ago on Google
    What staff ..they blew us away, genuine from start to finish. We were competing at the racecourse and decided to eat out - it couldn't have been any better Party of 3 , 1 coeliac and 1 gluten free they checked everything and the food was delicious Lots of large parties in celebrating bit the staff (only 2) remained calm and in control ...we will return next year when competing again

  • 5/5 Christopher B. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food. Lovely setup. The two lads who served us a absolute credit. Will be back and recommending this restaurant for sure.

  • 5/5 Lisa P. 1 year ago on Google
    We went for a 60th Birthday. There were two staff on who were great. We had ordered prior to going as we were a big group. But the staff and chef catered for our extra starters and garlic bread. The staff were very busy but made it work and nothing was too much trouble for them. The tempura prawns were delicious and absolutely huge. The garlic bread with cheese was great and all the kids loved it. I had the chicken primavera, having never had it before it came in a big bowl and a very tasty creamy sauce. I will definitely be going back. Thanks to the staff at Franco's for making our night so special. ⭐⭐

  • 5/5 Stuart B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely food, great service, superb value. Easy to book online, really good offers. Will be returning.

  • 5/5 emily h. 2 years ago on Google
    Francos Italian , Came here on Mother’s Day was so lovely the staff where very friendly and attentive. We had starters and mains all of which were very flavourful and a good selection of red wines . Looking forward to our next visit !

  • 4/5 Lyn B. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely restaurant, very clean. Food very good. We sat in the booth which is quite an awkward seating area, if someone sitting at the back needs to get out at least 3 of you have to move out, then wait for them to return before you return to your seats. Plus the food had to be passed along by us as waiter unable to reach . Mike was very friendly and helpful alas this could not be said about the waitress. We were presented with our bill and paid it before one of our party realised that our deposit hadn't been taken off the bill, this didn't sit well with us as everything in this restaurant is on a computer, the error was rectified.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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