Much More Than Just Exceptional Food

True elite catering is about flawless execution. Franchesco’s provides a comprehensive, turn-key hospitality experience off-site, so you don't have to coordinate multiple rental or staffing vendors:

Dedicated On-Site Event Coordinator: Every elite off-site catering package now includes a professional on-site event coordinator. From managing your ceremony-to-reception timeline to coordinating with your DJ and florist, our coordinator ensures your day runs smoothly so you can focus on celebrating ~ Learn More
Professional On-Site Staff & Banquet Captains: Our highly trained servers and dedicated banquet captains have over 20 years of experience. They will manage your timeline seamlessly, ensuring a five-star dining experience from cocktail hour to the final course.
Premium Linen Rentals: Elevate your tablescapes with our gorgeous selection of high-quality linens, tailored to complement your wedding color palette.
Full Bar Setups & Licensed Bartenders: From custom signature cocktails to premium wine pours, we bring completely equipped off-site bar setups managed by professional, licensed bartenders.

This team goes out of their way to make your day special and to make sure the wedding runs smoothly. I couldn’t have imagined being married anywhere else. Kim and her team take care of you like family.

~ Molly Ann ~

It is a lovely venue but it truly is the people who make all the difference. That means listening to all the details that the family wants, providing a nice venue and having delicious food and they did all of this and more. So do not hesitate to have your ceremony and reception here!!!

~ Tawnya Reynold ~

I cannot rave enough about this establishment. Everything was perfect for our big day, from the charger plates to the plated meal. The food, wine, and the atmosphere are perfect for a wedding. The wedding staff has a great working relationship with many vendors in the area and manages any "crisis" that arises so that you can focus on your celebration. I would highly recommend having your reception at Franchesco's Ristorante.

~ Brittany Smith ~

The absolute best wedding reception I have been to" is something I heard from A LOT of our guests... The staff set up everything and tore down everything and just let us enjoy our night with no worries whatsoever...that shows they really care and why Franchescos is the best place to have your special event. Thank you to Kim and the entire Franchescos staff!

~ Quinton Davies ~

Everything was amazing. The attention to all the details, food, decor, service and planning with Kim and her staff went perfect. The venue is picture perfect and elegant for celebrating your wedding. The food was sublime. Our wedding was big, it did not stop Franchescos from delivering hot perfectly cooked entrees to all our guests in a timely fashion.

~ Teresa Marikes ~

Our Preferred Rockford Wedding Venues & Partners

We regularly collaborate with the region’s most stunning properties. Because we understand the specific kitchen logistics, load-in rules, and layouts of these spaces, we provide a completely seamless setup:

Anderson Japanese Gardens (Fresco at the Gardens): Experience breathtaking outdoor receptions paired with our signature fresh menu options.
Klehm Arboretum: The perfect pairing of lush botanical beauty and our customized seasonal buffets or plated dinners.
The Standard: Bring a sophisticated, urban industrial aesthetic to life with our elite multi-course Italian dining.
Rockford Public Library (Downtown): Bring a sophisticated, literary, and modern aesthetic to life with our custom-crafted menus set against breathtaking floor-to-ceiling riverfront views.
Midway Village: Perfect for rustic or historic-themed celebrations requiring versatile, heavy hors d’oeuvres or classic stations.
Nicholas Conservatory: Host an elegant evening under the glass pavilion featuring our premier seafood and artisanal flatbread displays.

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KIM SALAMONE

Event Coordinator

Weddings are a big part of my life. I've been baking wedding cakes for local brides for the past 30 years. I get it, weddings can be pretty stressful, but I'm here to make it easy.I've helped plan weddings for all four of my daughters and hundreds of local brides who have shared trusted me to support their special day.

Phone815-229-0800 ext 3

Emailkim@franchescos.com

MICHELLE LAMAY

General Manager

I remember how it felt to plan for my own weddings as a busy professional before our family built the new banquet center. Now it's my job to make sure we're delivering a consistently remarkable experience to our wedding guests, whenever it's an on-site wedding at our restaurant, or an off-site wedding venue in the area. I work closely with our bridal parties, our vendor partners, and the culinary team at Franchescos to make everything run as smooth as possible.

Phone815-229-0800 ext 3

EmailMichelle@franchescos.com

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Much More Than Just Exceptional Food

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