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Francisca Charcoal Chicken & Meats (Davie)

Restaurant Latin american restaurant Venezuelan restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in Pine Island


Address

2258 S University Dr, Davie, FL 33324

Website

www.franciscarestaurant.com

Contact

(954) 530-6573

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (8.1K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: (Easter), 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (26) chicken (20) time (19) delicious (18) service (15) good (13) restaurant (13) menu (11) amazing (10) Adriana (10)
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  • 5/5 Jozelle A. 2 years ago on Google
    First time dining here. Food came out quick and hot. I got the stew, it was delicious! My server Majo was helpful explaining the menu to me and helping make my decision. Good inside atmosphere also. Stayed for dessert and cafe :) Recommend 5/5
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Michael C. 1 year ago on Google
    ASSERTIVELY PRICED, knocking on overpriced, Francisca’s decorating also relies too heavily on wooden tabletops and feeble paper napkins. But the food is distinctive for south Florida and delicious, and the portions generous. A stew I ordered was unexpectedly soupy, yet highly flavorful and satisfying. A roasted chicken breast I sampled was also very good. Worthwhile, and seemingly popular with families on a Saturday in early 2023.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrei A. 1 year ago on Google
    Francisca is a perfect place to have a pleasant moment dining with your family. The menu has plenty options for every budget. The service was great. Dubraska recommend us great choices to eat. 100% recommended!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Karla J. 9 months ago on Google
    The best chicken I’ve taste in my life! All the food is delicious and the sides are amazing. Unbeatable price. Great staff, Betty is the best waiter there; always respectful, cheerful and nice. You won’t regret coming here!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Prinz E. L. 5 months ago on Google
    This is a Michelin bound restaurant found in Davie. From its Fire Charcoal kitchen, it’s mouthwatering Chicken and Steaks are to another level. This is a fusion of Latin food from all over the globe. It’s “Parillada” is full and perfectly price. Speak to Adriana one of the most excellent servers who helps you to find the perfect meal for your appetite. You must come back and try the whole menu. It’s a must try restaurant in Davie. Enjoy.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ramonica T. 2 years ago on Google
    My family came here for dinner and it was our first time here. Our server was Diana and she was was excellent!! We weren’t sure what to try and she was helpful and gave us lots of suggestions. My dad got the Fried snapper and he loved it!! We received good service and good food!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dejaneyra G. 2 years ago on Google
    This place was a great lunch spot. The chicken was paired with two sides of choice and the Parillita was the perfect combination of cuts.The ambiance of the restaurant is very welcoming and cozy. Martha gave us excellent service. We will be coming back soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul Downing EM C. 2 years ago on Google
    From greeting to seating, Dianna made my entire first Venezuelan food venture perfect! This place is such a 5* for food, quality and taste, service, and atmosphere..if you get a chance run here!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sophia Guedez M. 2 years ago on Google
    This place was wonderful!!! We were looking for a restaurant that looked home-styled and we’ll be coming back for sure! Charcoal chicken was amazing, full of flavor and perfectly cooked. We also tried the cachapa and I’m marrying that thing! The attention is out of this world. Andrea, who was our server, was incredible!! She took care of us since we arrived, she recommended the mojitos and that was the best choice we could make. We’ll see you soon, Andy☺️ This is a great place to eat while in Florida!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matt B. 2 years ago on Google
    I really enjoyed this place. It was my first time eating there but it was highly recommended by more than one person. There are tables inside and outside. We sat inside and enjoyed the feel of the space. We ordered several things for dinner and shared it all. This place makes it very easy to do just that. They offer large plates that are loaded with a variety of things to try. The menu presents traditional venezuelan recipes with a short story about each one. It's a fun twist. They serve delicious meats like steak and chicken that are char-grilled and delicious. Don't be shy about trying things here. Even if you're not sure what it is it'll be great. The sangria is made fresh and is fantastic. The Pina colada is frozen and tastes like ice cream. We all had such a great time here and will veritably go back for more.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcella P. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! First time and I loved everything. The menu has a bit of Venezuelan dishes and Columbian too. I ordered a half chicken which was extremely flavorful I was in shock with a side of white rice topped with a fried egg and black beans. The ice cream is definitely homemade! Adriana’s service was great and she recommended most of what I ordered. I want to come back and try the steak and a few more items
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin T. 2 years ago on Google
    We loved our first time here. Our waitress, Jennifer, was so awesome at explaining the menu to us. This place has happy hour Mon-Fri where all cocktails are half price ($4) and the mojito and margaritas were delicious. We also got the chicken and steak and really enjoyed them.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leonardo S. 6 months ago on Google
    At Francisca Charcoal Chicken & Meats I ordered the Cachapa which was stuffed with delicious queso de mano and is a must try. The star of the show was the Chicken, I had a quarter white with white rice and ripe plantains smothered in salty white cheese. The chicken breast was moist and well seasoned. I would recommend stopping by for lunch.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kevin A. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing restaurant. My girlfriend and I had the Patacón Picado, a side of tequeños and Parillita de Francisca and everything was great! Our server, Diana did a great job taking care of us making sure our whole experience was good from beginning to end!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 SheCat F. 2 years ago on Google
    New place in a location that's had a rapid turnaround. Looks nice. Smelled Great. Had to ask as some of the descriptions I n the menu weren't clear. Over all just took a gamble and ordered. Food was great. Would come back. Hope they last. Pictures are our of plates and the menu item description
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melissa San M. 2 years ago on Google
    This restaurant has become my fave spot. Great food, great drinks and great service. Adriana has taken care of us for the last 3 times I’ve been here with my husband and she’s amazing! Also nothing can beat $4 craft cocktails 🙌🏻
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samy H. 1 year ago on Google
    This spot is awesome! The service here is really good, I loved our waitress Sofia! She was great and very down to earth! Met and exceeded our expectations as a waitress. The chicken here is one of the best oven roasted chickens I’ve ever had! It’s juicy, tender and full of flavor ! A must try! Also get the mint lemonade it’s delicious 🤤
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 María I. 1 year ago on Google
    We really had a great time at Francisca! The food is great as well as the portions. The prices are good too for the amount of food that you get. Samantha was our waitress, she was friendly and attentive!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Miguel S. 10 months ago on Google
    Excellent lunch experience!! My family took me to celebrate father’s day weekend and we had a great time. Adriana, the server, was awesome. Her suggestions on the menu were right on target. All smiles, great service, great food and her knowledge of the brand was excellent. We are telling our network what a great place this is 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🙂

  • 5/5 Kelly W. 1 year ago on Google
    First time here and the food was fantastic! Coconut mojito was amazing. Our server Adriana was wonderful. Can’t wait to come back!

  • 5/5 Willmar M. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice Venezuelan Place, the Francisca Sampler it’s a Must!!! Adriana took care of us and she guide us on the different options. We will come back for sure. The place is super cleans and children friendly

  • 5/5 Geissy H. 1 year ago on Google
    Exceptional food and staff. The atmosphere is very friendly and family oriented. Come check them out you won’t regret and will leave very satisfied. Don’t forget about the dessert!!!!!! Sofia is the best. Very friendly and professional. Love the place

  • 5/5 Karina A. 11 months ago on Google
    Very attentive and good service. Food was extremely good. Waitress Day was very nice and attentive. This is our third time in this place and we love it. Drinks were delicious!!!

  • 4/5 Nameer 6 months ago on Google
    Really enjoyed some excellent Venezuelan food. Their chicken is the best. It’s not some ordinary rotisserie chicken. I really enjoyed the cachapa. I will say their prices online are lower than their prices at the restaurant. Overall I’d go back.

  • 1/5 Daniel M. 5 months ago on Google
    I been here few times and always order chicken but I change to skirt steak today The most overpriced small ,tiny piece of meat for $38 , I can have a filet miignon at villagio restaurant (white table cloth rests)for $30 This is just ridiculous $38 for little steak and salad for a fast food Venezuelan restaurant. To all of you out there,stick with the chicken

  • 5/5 Ari 9 months ago on Google
    My experience at Francisca Charcoal Chicken and Meats was incredible. Our waitress, Fabiana, was a sweetheart. She answered all of our questions, assisted us with everything, and was an overall delight. Definitely recommend going to this restaurant and trying their delicious chicken. 5/5 stars.

  • 5/5 Walner P. 9 months ago on Google
    I came here for the first time a couple days ago and I had a great time. I only ordered half chicken, boiled yuca and coleslaw salad. I really enjoyed everything, coleslaw salad was awesome too!! Everything was delicious. only thing I can tell you it is, Please improve your waitress services, it took too much for the waitress to take our order. That is awful. Place was not even packed. Thanks

  • 5/5 Amanda A. 5 months ago on Google
    First time here and Adriana did not disappoint! The food and service was great and get the passion fruit sangria - you won’t regret it!

  • 5/5 Yisel M. 1 year ago on Google
    Thank you for everything !!! Dubraska my server was extremely attentive, food was on time and extremely delicious. Thanks against , I feel very welcome all the time I come here . 10 stars for this place . OmG tostones are amazing , Avocado , meat , salad everything in general is very good and fresh . Don’t hesitate to pass by you will love this place . Thanks Francisca one more time for keeping our Latin roots alive .

  • 5/5 Aaron S. 10 months ago on Google
    Adriana was super attentive and gave great recommendations. Her personality and service are enough to keep us coming back, but the restaurant, the food and the atmosphere were excellent as well. Please don't miss out and come check this place out :)

  • 5/5 Katherine R. 1 year ago on Google
    First time at this place and I felt in love!! The food, the staff, all so good. I highly recommend this place. Carolina was so nice and attentive, definitely coming back again!! Best Venezuelan place ever. Don’t forget to ask for the beef and gallina soup, one of the best ♥️♥️♥️♥️

  • 5/5 Luisa M. 1 year ago on Google
    Endrina was super helpful in guiding us through the menu. She suggested the sampler and it truly fails not disappoint! The flavor of all the plates were delicious. Will definitely come back and suggest to friends.

  • 5/5 Moises B. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place, nice people, delicious food, I had 10 years since a drank cocada, OMG I missed it so much, and I came here and finally tried again, it was so good. You guys should go here and eat a lot. And thanks to Adriana(My waiter) She was so nice!!

  • 5/5 Mavie B. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a great experience! Food fresh, juicy simplest delicioso!! Thanks for Dubraska you are amazing. It was our first time and she guide us to the right plate!!

  • 5/5 Carolina M. 1 year ago on Google
    The food it's amazing the quality of the tostones unique, the chicken flavors are insane, juice, flavor so good, sweet plantains with cheese delicious and the chichatrones are the best. Our waitress Carla she was so nice and fast with our order.

  • 5/5 Cristina A. 2 years ago on Google
    Love coming here! The food is delicious and the place is so cute. Our awesome waitress, Dubraska, recommended us to get the rotisserie chicken and churros for dessert. 100% will be coming back!

  • 5/5 Jam J. 2 years ago on Google
    This restaurant food is delicious. I've ordered multiple times and have not been disappointed, I always order the grill chicken which is always seasoned great and juicy! I've been trying different sides with my orders, so far the red beans are great, the chorizo was good as well.

  • 3/5 Emily M. 2 years ago on Google
    The chicken here is absolutely fantastic. However, Francisca’s should really reconsider the portion size for sides. We ordered a whole chicken for 4 people and got a miniature side of beans and rice. We were told this was standard size and had to pay $3 per cup if we wanted more LOL. It’s a bit absurd but ok.

  • 5/5 Gabriel T. 2 years ago on Google
    Today , we were very welcome by an awesome team ! Diana at the door , amazingly respectful and charismatic and Diana Murillo our server ! Where do I start ?!? Our server was amazing , dedicated , welcome us making us feel like home , very attentive, outstanding, deff the above and beyond person/service . We come from NY visiting , and this is what we love about, customer service. Now , down to the food , quality , freshness , temperature , and taste , out of this world of perfection , we were 2 big boys , we had the first 3 items of the menu ! I’m adding photos , and we had 2 cocktails . The drinks are huge on regular time , the alcohol you can deff feel it , the presentation it’s call dedication . This is enough for 2-3 people seriously , we just didn’t want to waste food . Don’t even think of having anything at all before heading here ! Enjoy every single bite . It’s absolutely delicious .

  • 5/5 Brooke H. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice new little restaurant here in Davie! Very family oriented! A little taste of Latin America. Excellent tapas! An absolute must try! Our waitress was Dyana and she gave us excellent service!

  • 5/5 Kevin F. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is awesome. Food is amazing and Adriana was very pleasant and attentive.. Hidden Gem. If you are around the area, dont wait to come and check out… Definitely recommend…

  • 5/5 Maracay A. 2 years ago on Google
    The best Venezuelan food in South Florida!!! The food is incredible and the service is amazing 🤩 As soon as we walked in we were greeted at the door and immediately seated, then our waiter’s Jessica was very knowledgeable about suggestions and type of food and she recommended a great selection 100% recommended


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
    • ✓️ No-contact delivery

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