Boutique Italian Scratch Kitchen

400 S. Orlando Ave • Maitland, FL 32751 • (407) 960-5533
M-TH 11am-10pm • F-SAT 11am-11pm • SUN 3pm-9pm
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"Forget the trip across the ocean to Italy... authentic Italian cuisine has never been closer..."
— West Orange Times Observer
"Francesco's is an excellent option for upscale-casual. Service is sincere and engaged."
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Our Menu

Lunch

Served from 11-3pm

    • Entrees

      Lunch entrees served with choice of Caesar or House salad

    • Meat or Veggie Lasagna

      Meat Lasagna — our old-fashioned Bolognese meat lasagna
      Veggie Lasagna — layers of pasta topped with alfredo sauce, broccoli, peas, spinach, and mozzarella cheese

      13

    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Layer of eggplant, rolled and stuffed with ricotta, served with side of pasta - choice of the chef

      12

    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Lightly breaded chicken topped with pomodoro sauce and mozzarella, served with a side of pasta - choice of the chef

      13

    • Rigatoni al Pesto

      Rigatoni in a sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, romano cheese, extra virgin olive oil

      13

    • Angel Hair with Meatballs

      Angel hair pasta in our special pomodoro sauce and meatballs

      12

    • Rigatoni Vodka with Broccoli & Sun Dried Tomatoes

      Sautéed broccoli and sun dried tomatoes finished in a cream vodka sauce

      12

    • Stromboli

      Filled with sausage, pepperoni, onions, and green peppers

      12

    • Pizza Margherita

      10 inch Margherita pizza

      12

    • Pizza of the Day

      Market Price

    • Pesce Fresco del Giorno

      Market Price

    • Gluten Free Pizza and Pasta Available

    • Panini

      All panini served with choice of Caesar or House salad

    • Panino Campagnolo

      Grilled eggplant, roasted red peppers, sun dried tomato, plum tomato and mozzarella with pesto sauce

      9

    • Panino Con Polpette

      Homemade meatballs topped with fresh marinara and mozzarella

      11

    • Panino Con Pollo

      Lightly breaded fresh chicken breast topped with fresh marinara and mozzarella

      11

    • Panino Chef Francesco

      Fresh mozzarella, prosciutto crudo, and fresh sliced roma tomatoes

      12

    • Salads

    • Insalata Caprese

      Sliced fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil seasoned with extra virgin olive oil

      11

    • Salmon Salad

      Gluten free Grilled salmon served on a bed of spring mix

      13

    • Pollo Milanese

      Bed of spring mix topped with fried chicken, topped with fresh tomatoes and onions

      12

    • Beverages

    • Soda

      3.5

    • Hot Tea

      3.25

    • Draft Beer

      5.50

    • Bottle Beer

      5

    • San Pellegrino

      5.5

    • Acqua Panna Mineral Water

      5.5

    • Espresso

      3.75

    • Doppio Espresso

      5.25

    • Cappuccino

      5.25

    • American Coffee

      3.25

Dinner

Served after 3pm

    • Pizza

      Our pizzas are all 13 inches and baked in a wood-burning oven at 700 degrees to create a thin, crispy perfectly-­charred crust. Our pizza sauce is cooked daily by the chef. Gluten Free crust available.

      Pizza Toppings:
      Extra cheese, Pepperoni, Sausage, Mushroom, Ham, Onions, Salami, Black Olives, Green Peppers - $2.25ea

    • Italiana

      Our specialty ‐ mozzarella and romano cheeses, plum tomatoes, pesto, basil and garlic.

      Wine pairing: Dolcetto “ San Luigi” Pecchenino

      18

    • Carne Pazza

      Pizza sauce, pepperoni, sausage mozzarella and ham.

      Wine pairing: Poggio alla Guardia, Frassinello

      19

    • Margherita

      Pizza sauce, mozzarella and basil.

      Wine pairing: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Tritano

      17

    • Quattro Stagioni

      Four Seasons Pizza - Pizza sauce, ham, mushrooms, roasted red peppers and artichokes.
      Wine pairing: Primitivo, Cantele

      20

    • Bianca

      White pizza with ricotta, provolone, mozzarella and romano cheeses with basil and garlic.
      Wine pairing: Chianti Colli Senesi, Fattoria del Cerro

      18

    • Calabrese

      Pizza sauce, mozzarella and imported spicy salami.
      Wine pairing: Sicilia Rosso, Colosi

      19

    • Campagnola

      Pizza sauce, grilled zucchini, grilled eggplant, roasted red peppers, spinach and mozzarella.
      Wine pairing: Cabernet Sauvignon, Torre di Luna

      20

    • Pizza Bomba

      A combination of pizza carne pazza and pizza campagnola.
      Wine pairing: Pinot Noir, Lechthaler

      21.50

    • Calzone

      Baked to order in our wood-burning oven

    • Calabria

      Ham, calabrese, ricotta cheese and mushroom.
      Wine pairing: Manero, Fattoria del Cerro

      15

    • Formaggio

      Ricotta, mozzarella.
      Wine pairing: Primitivo, Cantele

      14.50

    • Sicilia

      Spinach, broccoli and ricotta.
      Wine pairing: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Capostrano

      15

    • Insalate

      Optional additions to all salads:
      grilled chicken $4.95 or grilled shrimp $5.95

    • Insalata Caprese

      Sliced fresh mozzarella, sliced tomato and basil seasoned roasted red peppers with extra virgin olive oil.
      Wine pairing: Falanghina, Terredora

      13

    • House Salad

      Fresh tomato, red onion and kalamata olives on a bed of fresh spring mix tossed with chef’s house dressing.
      Wine pairing: Prosecco, Dolci Colline

      10

    • Traditional Wedge Salad

      Iceberg lettuce mixed with green olives, diced fresh tomato, crumbled gorgonzola cheese and bites of prosciutto with chef’s house dressing.
      Wine pairing: Rosé, Cantele

      13.50

    • Insalata di Carciofi

      Grilled artichoke, fresh pear, tomato, onion and parmigiano-reggiano served on a bed of spring mix with chef’s house dressing.
      Wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc “Vette“ San Leonardo

      11.50

    • Caesar Salad

      Romaine lettuce & homemade crostini tossed with Caesar dressing and shaved Romano cheese with optional anchovies.
      Wine pairing: Maestro, Pecchenino

      12

    • Prosciutto Mozzarella Salad

      Castelvetrano olives, prosciutto di parma, tomato, onion and of course, fresh mozzarella served on a bed of spring mix with chef’s house dressing.
      Wine pairing: Aglianico, Terredora

      15

    • Antipasti

    • Crostini di Pollo

      Toasted slices of house-­‐baked bread topped with chicken, fresh tomato, garlic and melted mozzarella with a dash of pesto sauce.
      Wine pairing: Falanghina, Terredora

      13.75

    • Calamari Fritti

      Fried calamari seasoned and cooked to perfection served with our fresh marinara sauce on the side.
      Wine pairing: Pinot Grigio, Torre di Luna

      15.75

    • Gamberoni Siciliana

      Fresh shrimp prepared in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, capers, and cherry tomatoes finished in cognac cream sauce.
      Wine pairing: Negroamaro Rosé, Cantele

      17.75

    • Antipasto Italiano

      Platter of Italian specialties: grilled zucchini, eggplant, mozzarella, prosciutto, green olives, artichoke, parmigiano, served with focaccia.
      Wine pairing: Prosecco, Dolci Colline

      For 2 - 19
      For 4 - 31

    • Flatbread

    • Toscana

      Our freshly-baked flat bread topped goat cheese, artichoke heart, roasted red peppers with a creamy pesto.
      Wine pairing: Prosecco, Dolci Colline

      18

    • Romana

      Our freshly-baked flatbread topped with prosciutto, arugula, shaved parmigiano, mozzarella and fresh cherry tomatoes sprinkled with extra virgin olive oil.
      Wine pairing: Rosé, Cantele

      18

    • Pollo

      Our freshly-baked flatbread topped with grilled chicken, mixed greens, green peppers, caramelized onions, diced tomato,mozzarella and pesto sauce.
      Wine pairing: Ripasso, Acinum

      16

    • Carne

      Our freshly-baked flatbread topped with very lean steak, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, mixed greens, mozzarella and pesto sauce.
      Wine pairing: Barbera d’Asti, Araldica

      16

    • Gluten Free

    • Gelato

      Ask your server for flavors of the day.
      Wine pairing: Moscato d’Asti, Marenco

      4.5

    • Grigliata Mista

      Grilled shrimp, grilled sea scallops served on a bed of arugula.
      Wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc “ Vette “ San Leonardo

      25.75

    • Ribeye Steak

      Fresh ribeye steak marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic and rosemary grilled and served with fresh arugula salad
      Wine pairing: Poggio alla Guardia, Frassinello

      24.75

    • Rigatoni alla Pete Piacenti

      In loving memory of our dear friend Peter Piacenti.
      Rigatoni tossed with fresh plum tomatoes and pesto sauce.
      Wine pairing: Pinot Noir, Lechthaler

      17.75

    • Salmone Bruschetta

      Fresh salmon grilled to perfection topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic and red onions and topped with a reduction of balsamic vinegar served with a side of veggies of the day.
      Wine pairing: Maestro, Pecchenino

      24.25

    • Sauteed Calamari

      Fresh calamari sauteed in garlic, extra virgin oil and wine and finished with optional fresh marinara sauce
      Wine pairing: Pinot Grigio, Torre di Luna

      17

    • Whole Wheat Caprese

      Garlic oil, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and fresh basil
      Wine pairing: Rose, Cantele

      15.75

    • Dolce

    • Cannoli

      Crisp pastry shell with delicious creamy ricotta/chocolate chip filling.
      8

    • Cassata al Forno

      Baked Sicilian cake made with fresh ricotta & chocolate chips.

      8

    • Dessert Wine

      Moscato d'Asti, Marenco - Piemonte, Italy
      10

    • Dessert Wine

      Vin Santo, Fattoria del Cerro - Toscana, Italy
      11

    • Gelato

      Ask your server for flavors of the day.
      Wine pairing: Moscato d’Asti, Marenco

      4.5

    • Italian Wedding Cake

      Sponge cake with ricotta, chocolate and whipped cream.
      8

    • Profitterol

      Italian cream puff with chocolate ganache

      8

    • Sfogliatelle

      Traditional neapolitan dessert
      8

    • Strawberry Tiramisú

      Lady fingers dipped in a mixture of Limoncello and strawberry and mascarpone cheese.

      8

    • Traditional Tiramisú

      Lady fingers dipped in a mixture of rum and espresso, covered with a dessert cheese & dusted with cocoa.
      8

    • Pesce

    • Grigliata Mista

      Grilled shrimp, grilled sea scallops served on a bed of arugula.
      Wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc “ Vette “ San Leonardo

      25.75

    • Pesce Fresco del Giorno

      Fresh Fish of the Day.
      Wine pairing: Negroamaro Rosé, Cantele.

      Market Price

    • Salmone Bruschetta

      Fresh salmon grilled to perfection topped with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic and red onions and topped with a reduction of balsamic vinegar served with a side of veggies of the day.
      Wine pairing: Maestro, Pecchenino

      24.25

    • Sauteed Calamari

      Fresh calamari sauteed in garlic, extra virgin oil and wine and finished with optional fresh marinara sauce
      Wine pairing: Pinot Grigio, Torre di Luna

      17

    • Spaghetti alle Vongole

      Spaghetti in an extra virgin oil with little neck clams and fresh cherry tomatoes.
      Wine pairing: Falanguina, Terredora

      19

    • Pasta

    • Bucatini all’Amatriciana

      With guanciale, scallions in a red tomato sauce.
      Wine pairing: Pinot Noir, Lechthaler

      17.75

    • Create Your Own

      Choose your pasta: Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Rigatoni, Fettuccine, Whole Wheat, Gluten Free. Choose your sauce: Marinara with or without Meat Balls, Bolognese, Garlic and Oil, Pesto, Alfredo. Gluten free Meatballs available for an additional cost.
      15.5

    • Gnocchi Siciliana

      Gnocchi in marinara sauce with mozzarella, basil & a touch of cream.
      Wine pairing: Aglianico, Terredoro

      17.75

    • Lasagna Bolognese

      Our old-fashioned meat lasagna with layers of Béchamel sauce & traditional Bolognese Sauce baked to perfection.
      Wine pairing: Le Sughere, Frassinello

      18.75

    • Rigatoni alla Pete Piacenti

      In loving memory of our dear friend Peter Piacenti.
      Rigatoni tossed with fresh plum tomatoes and pesto sauce.
      Wine pairing: Pinot Noir, Lechthaler

      17.75

    • Rigatoni Calabrese

      Rigatoni tossed with roasted peppers & sausage in a red sauce.
      Wine pairing: Montepuiciano d'Abruzzo, Tritano

      17.75

    • Rigatoni Palermitana

      Marinara sauce with fresh eggplant, mozzarella, basil, ricotta salata and a touch of cream.
      Wine pairing: Sicilia Rosso, Colosi

      17.75

    • Rigatoni Puttanesca

      Rigatoni tossed with marinara sauce combined with anchovies, capers and gaeta olives.
      Wine pairing: Barbera d'Asti, Araldica

      15.75

    • Spaghetti alla Carbonara

      Spaghetti with pancetta, scallions, egg and black pepper.
      Wine pairing: Maestro, Pecchenino

      17.75

    • Whole Wheat Caprese

      Garlic oil, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and fresh basil
      Wine pairing: Rose, Cantele

      15.75

    • Secondi

    • Melanzane Parmigiana

      Layers of thinly sliced fresh eggplant, mozzarella and marinara sauce with fresh basil added then baked to perfection
      Wine pairing: Aglianico, Terredora

      20.25

    • Pollo Cacciatore

      Fresh chicken breast sautéed with fresh mushrooms, onions, roasted red peppers, green olives and topped with a special pomodoro sauce.
      Wine pairing: Vino Nobile, Fattoria del Cerro

      20.75

    • Pollo Caprese

      Fresh grilled chicken brushed with extra virgin olive oil and rosemary, topped with fresh mozzarella and tomatoes in a balsamic reduction, served with fresh vegetable of the day.
      Wine pairing: Aglianico, Terredora

      19.75

    • Pollo Parmigiana

      Lightly breaded chicken breast topped with pomodoro sauce and mozzarella served with chef choice of pasta.
      Wine pairing: Ripasso, Acinum

      20.50

    • Pollo Siciliano

      Fresh chicken breast sautéed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic and wine with capers, artichoke and fresh cherry tomato.
      Wine pairing: Chianti "Colli Senesi" Cerro

      21.75

    • Ribeye Steak

      Fresh ribeye steak marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic and rosemary grilled and served with fresh arugula salad
      Wine pairing: Poggio alla Guardia, Frassinello

      24.75

    • Vitello Parmigiana

      Fresh veal cutlet lightly breaded topped with fresh marinara sauce and mozzarella served with chef choice of pasta.
      Wine pairing: Barbera d'Asti, Araldica

      22.75

    • Vitello Siciliano

      Fresh veal medallion sautéed with capers, artichokes and fresh grape tomatoes in white wine sauce.
      Wine pairing: Ripasso, Acinum

      24.75

    • Draft Beer

    • Stella

      6.5

    • Peroni

      6.5

    • Bud Light

      5.5

    • Peroni

      5.5

    • Seasonal

      5.5

    • Bottle Beer

    • Bud Light

      5

    • Budweiser

      5

    • Corona

      5

    • Miller Lite

      5

    • Stella Artois

      5

    • Beverages

    • Soda

      3.5

    • Hot Tea

      3.25

    • San Pellegrino

      5.5

    • Acqua Panna Mineral Water

      5.5

    • Espresso

      3.75

    • Doppio Espresso

      5.25

    • Cappuccino

      5.25

    • American Coffee

      3.25

Pizza

    • Our pizzas are all 13 inches and baked in a wood-burning oven at 700 degrees to create a thin, crispy perfectly-­charred crust. Our pizza sauce is cooked daily by the chef. Gluten Free crust available.

      Pizza Toppings:
      Extra cheese, Pepperoni, Sausage, Mushroom, Ham, Onions, Salami, Black Olives, Green Peppers - $2.25ea

    • Italiana

      Our specialty ‐ mozzarella and romano cheeses, plum tomatoes, pesto, basil and garlic.

      Wine pairing: Dolcetto “ San Luigi” Pecchenino

      18

    • Carne Pazza

      Pizza sauce, pepperoni, sausage mozzarella and ham.

      Wine pairing: Poggio alla Guardia, Frassinello

      19

    • Margherita

      Pizza sauce, mozzarella and basil.

      Wine pairing: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Tritano

      17

    • Quattro Stagioni

      Four Seasons Pizza - Pizza sauce, ham, mushrooms, roasted red peppers and artichokes.
      Wine pairing: Primitivo, Cantele

      20

    • Bianca

      White pizza with ricotta, provolone, mozzarella and romano cheeses with basil and garlic.
      Wine pairing: Chianti Colli Senesi, Fattoria del Cerro

      18

    • Calabrese

      Pizza sauce, mozzarella and imported spicy salami.
      Wine pairing: Sicilia Rosso, Colosi

      19

    • Campagnola

      Pizza sauce, grilled zucchini, grilled eggplant, roasted red peppers, spinach and mozzarella.
      Wine pairing: Cabernet Sauvignon, Torre di Luna

      20

    • Pizza Bomba

      A combination of pizza carne pazza and pizza campagnola.
      Wine pairing: Pinot Noir, Lechthaler

      21.50

Wines

    • Sparkling Wines

    • Prosecco, Dolci Colline

      Veneto, Italy -  100% Prosecco. Tropical aromas of fruit. Fresh fragrant aromas, a delicately soft and harmonious taste are the hallmarks of this quintessential aperitif wine. Great with calamari, clams & mussels.

      Glass 9
      Bottle 32

    • White Wines

    • Pinot Grigio, Torre Di Luna

      Trentino, Italy -  100% Pinot Grigio. Pale yellow color with greenish reflections. Vibrant on the palate with fresh fruit & balanced acidity. Excellent aperitif wine. Great with seafood dishes, calamari, mussels, clams.

      Glass 9
      Bottle 32

    • Chardonnay, Cantele

      Puglia, Italy -  100% Chardonnay. A structured wine with pale yellow color, intense bouquet and delightfully balanced palate showing ripe fruit and subtle oak. Perfect for fish, pizzas & flat breads and any stewed seafood.

      Glass 9
      Bottle 32

Catering

24 hour advance notice is required
$200 Minimum Order For Delivery
(10% Delivery Fee Applies)

    • House Salad

      Fresh tomato, red onion and Kalamata olives on a bed of fresh spring mix tossed with chef's house dressing

      20.00 - 10 people
      40.00 - 20 people

    • Caesar Salad

      Romaine lettuce with shaved Romano cheese and house Caesar dressing

      25.00 - 10 people
      45.00 - 10 people (Anchovies $2 pp)

    • Rigatoni and Meatballs

      Classic rigatoni in homemade red sauce with meatballs.

      75.95 - 10 people
      149.95 - 20 people

    • Penne alla Vodka

      Penne pasta with sautéed broccoli and sun-dried tomatoes, finished with a creamy vodka sauce

      89.95 - 10 people
      169.95 - 20 people (add chicken, 4.95 pp)

    • Lasagna

      Homemade meat lasagna made with our old fashioned Bolognese sauce

      89.95 - 10 people
      179.95 - 20 people

    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Lightly breaded chicken topped with Pomodoro sauce and mozzarella cheese, served with a side of rigatoni

      95.95 - 10 people
      190.95 - 20 people

    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Lightly breaded eggplant topped with Pomodoro sauce and mozzarella served with a side of pasta - chef's choice.

      89.95 - 10 people
      179.95 - 20 people

    • Homemade Baby Cannoli

      Crispy pastry shell filled with delicious creamy ricotta cheese and chocolate chips

      27.00 - 10 people
      54.00 - 20 people

Locally Farmed, Expertly Prepared

Our boutique Italian scratch kitchen represents the best of the Mediterranean. Indulge in a tapestry of rich & vibrant flavors straight from the heart of Southern Italy.

Our mission is simple: carefully preparing and serving the most flavorful Italian dishes using only the freshest local ingredients for an experience that will delight your senses.

Make memories and celebrate life as you enjoy the signature flavors of our authentic hand-tossed pizzas, classic Italian pasta and seafood, and perfectly paired fine wines for an experience that is sure to delight!

Meet Chef Francesco
400 S. Orlando Ave • Maitland, FL 32751
(407) 960-5533

M-TH 11am-10pm
F-SAT 11am-11pm
SUN 3pm-9pm

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