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Francesca's

Manor House Road, NE2 2NE, England
+44 (0)191 281 6586
4.0 of 5 stars 115 Reviews
Price range: INR2,083 - INR2,083
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, After-hours
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Houghton-le-Spring, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

been going since I was at school and it is still a firm favourite More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Great place for a catch up meal with friends and family, always welcoming and always fab food :) the queues are only because it's worth the wait.cant fault it and will return again and again. More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

This place has been around for years. Staff are lovely, food is plentiful but be prepared to queue as they do not take reservations. Its cheap and cheerful and you will have a good night out as long as you're not expecting amazing food. More

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Rotherham, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Fantastic value for excellent food.. well happy. The only downside is the popularity of the restaurant which meant there can be long queues More

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Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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You have to arrive and wait at Francesca's so you need to time it right or you'll be waiting a long time as it's very popular. There is very little parking nearby however as most of the surrounding streets are parking permit only. The food is lovely - lots of it and inexpensive. I particularly like the option of half... More

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walsall
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

My colleague and I thought it would be a good idea to visit Francesca's as late as possible to avoid the queues. Bad idea. It seems there are always people queueing at whatever time you visit in the evening. Last orders is at 9.30. It was well worth the wait. The starters were huge and prepared to a high standard.... More

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Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

Francesca's is a Newcastle institution! Its the best cheap , busy and good restuarant around. Its usually crowded from about midday and you cant book but the service is fast , the food is good and the atmosphere is great! Its not the easiest place to find but its worth finding. More

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newcastle upon tyne
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

I have been going to Francescas for about 20 years and have never been disappointed, the food is great, the staff are really friendly and the prices are really reasonable, you may have to wait a while for a table because it is very popular but it is worth it. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Been with wife, family and friends----always enjoy---feel welcome each time I go. More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

everything is good here food service atmosphere u will not be disapponited the home made chips are to die for More

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