SPECIALS MENUS
Enjoy our latest specials at Franchesco's, Benny's, and Fresco at the Gardens
SMALL PLATES AND SHAREABLES
Bruschetta
Heirloom tomatoes with fresh basil, onion, parmesan, olive oil & balsamic glaze.
$17
Fresh Mozzarella
Fresh Mozzarella Ovalini, baked with Italian prosciutto, and toast points
$19
Lamb Lollipops
Bone-In New Zealand Lamb chops marinated and lightly grilled
$24
Oysters Rockefeller
6 Jumbo Oysters, baked with an artisan spinach-artichoke blend.
$24
Miso Salmon Skewers
Fresh Scottish Salmon Skewers,with a Miso glaze and Spicy Mayo
$18
Calamari
Lightly breaded Calamari, lightly fried and served with our house Pomodoro and a Spicy Remoulade
$19
Coconut Shrimp
3 Butterflied Jumbo Shrimp, battered and breaded in coconut, served in a mango and sweet chili sauce.
$18
Now Thatsa Meata-Ball
Oversized 10oz hand made Meatball. (Mama's recipe) Served in our Pomodoro and pecorino with toast points.
$16
Shrimp Charlie
6 Garlic encrusted shrimp, lightly sauteed and topped with Pecorino.
$22
Burrata Jam salad
Burrata Cheese with sweet tomato jam, citrus arugula and grilled toast points
$17 | $23
Blackened Tuna
Sliced Blackened Ahi Tuna, Broccolini, Grilled vegetables, Korean BBQ and Spicy Thai Mayo.
$26
SOUPS AND SALADS
House Salad
Mixed Greens, Peppers, Tomato, Cucumberm, Home-made croutons and House Charlie Dressing
$5 | $13
Chopped Caesar
Chopped Romaine hearts, medley tomato, shaved Parmesan, home-made croutons and our house Caesar Dressing
$8 | $17
Romana Bleu
Grilled Romaine Hearts, Dry Roquefort, Candied Pecans and White Balsamic Dressing.
$18
Apple Chicken Walnut
Fresh Mixed greens, Red Onion, Walnuts, Blue Cheese, Apples and Raspberry Vinaigrette
$18
Franchesco's Special
Mixed Greens, tomato, olives, onions, green pepper, cucumber, carrots, egg, pepperoncini, mozzarella, sausage and pepperoni tossed in our house dressing
$10 | $20
Baked French Onion
Classic French onion with Crouton and Gruyere Cheese.
$8
Chicken with Rice
Cream based soup with Chicken, Vegetables and Rice
$6 | $9
Lobster Bisque
Cream based Soup with Lobster and Saffron. House specialty
$7 | $10
HANDHELDS
Prime Rib Sandwich
Premium shaved Prime Rib,with Horseradish Aioli, mozzarella cheese, and Sauteed Mushrooms & Onions. Served with Home Fries and AuJus
$26
ENTREES
DelMonico
14oz Premium Center Cut Ribeye, topped with Herb Compound Butter. Served with Whipped Potatoes and Chef's Vegetable.
$50
Steak Benny
Sliced New York Strip with a Dejonge crust and white wine cream sauce. Served with vegetable and truffle potatoes
$51
Pistachio Salmon
Grilled Scottish Salmon with a Pistachio Crust.Served with Carrot Mousse and Sauteed Spinach and Apples.
$38
Chicken Parmesan
Jumbo Chicken Breast pan Fried, with Mozzarella and Pomodoro. Served with Penne
$29
Linguine Charlie
6 Garlic encrusted Shrimp, tossed with Olive Oil, Garlic, Red Pepper, and Romano Cheese.
$32
Tortelloni Vodka
Jumbo Cheese Stuffed Tortelloni tossed in a Signature Vodka Sauce with spinach
$28
Veal Marsala
Lightly Breaded Veal Cutlets, Sauteed in Lemon Mushroom Marsala wine Sauce. Served with Whippe Potatoes and Chef's vegetable
$41
Rigatoni Bolognese
Rigatoni pasta in our Classic Bolognese Meat sauce
$28
Filet Mignon
8oz Filet Served with Chef's Vegetable, Cauliflower Puree, and Port Wine Reduction
$49
Miso Sea Bass
Wild caught Chilean Sea Bass with a Red Miso Glaze on a bed of Jasmine Rice and Sake Cream Sauce. Topped with Sesame Seeds and Green Onions
$47
Seafood Risotto
Shrimp, Scallops, and Lobster tossed with Arborio rice, Saffron and Pomodoro
$42
Chicken Madeira
Jumbo Chicken Breast topped with Mozzarella Cheese, Asparagus, and Wild Mushroom Demi. Served with Cauliflower Puree.
$30
Lasagna
House made Specialty with Ground Beef, Mozzarella, and Pomodoro.
$23
Wild Mushroom Pasta
Fettuccine tossed in Wild Mushroom Truffle sauce and an Exotic Mushroom blend, Shallots and Gorgonzola Cheese.
$28
Kim's Baked Cod
Fresh Wild Caught Atlantic Cod topped with Sauteed Garlic, tomatoes and an Exotic Mushroom Blend, Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes.
$37
PINSA ROMANA FLATBREADS
Pinsa Romana is made with flour imported from Rome Italy. The flour blend and 80% water makes for a crust that is more Gluten friendly, easier to digest and amazingly flavorful.
Margherita
Tomato - Olive Oil - Fresh Basil - Fresh Basil - Fresh Mozzarella
$18
Maple Bacon
Maple Cheddar, Mozzarella, Candied Maple Bacon, Roasted Cherry Tomato, Caramelized Red Onion, arugula
$19
Eggplant
Fresh Sicilian Style Eggplant - Pomodoro - Pecorino - Provolone - Mozzarella
$19
SPECIALTY PIZZA
Franchesco's Special
Mushroom - Onion - Sausage - Green Pepper - Green Olives - Pepperoni - Bacon - Shrimp - Anchovies | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$19 | $23 | $28
Stefano
Olive Oil - Sausage - Fresh Garlic - Mozzarella Extra Thin Crust | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$17 | $21 | $26
Veggie Lovers
Mushroom - Onions - Green Olives - Black olives - Green Pepper - Tomato | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$19 | $24 | $30
Bruschetta Pizza
Artisan Bruschetta, Olive Oil, Specialty seasonings, Mozzarella | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$16 | $20 | $25
Meat Lovers
Sausage - Pepperoni - Canadian Bacon - Ground Beef - Bacon | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$19 | $23 | $28
Alfredo Chicken
Grilled Chicken - Signature Alfredo Sauce - Parmesan Reggiano Also available as BBQ Chicken | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$17 | $21 | $26
Saul Special
Sausage - Pepperoni - Onions - Bacon - Jalapenos | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$17 | $21 | $26
Pasta Pizza
Stuffed Crust - Penne Pasta - Meatballs - Cheese Pomodoro | MED 12"/ LG 14" /XL 16"
$19 | $23 | $28
Franchesco's & Benny's Lounge
Fresco at the Gardens
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FRANCHESCO'S PHONE
815-229-0800
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FRANCHESCO'S ADDRESS
7128 Spring Creek Rd. Rockford, IL 61107
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FRANCHESCO'S SCHEDULE
Tuesday - Friday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday & Monday : Closed
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FRESCO PHONE
815-316-2256
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FRESCO ADDRESS
318 Spring Creek Rd, Rockford, IL 61107
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FRESCO SCHEDULE
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM