Francesca's on 95th

I am only giving it 3 stars because I can't understand how an Italian restaurant does not have pesto! (enter face palm) I really wanted to have a pesto dish and I thought this place would deliver but no. The waiter was nice enough to ask the kitchen if they had pesto or could make me some, but the answer was no. I ordered something else and it was fine, it was a rigatoni with eggplant. The cheesecake sounded delicious, but was again just ok. I'm disappointed. Also, my friend ordered a pork dish and it wasn't fully cooked. They made it right for her though, so that was good. I might go back, but not really betting on it.

We had a recurrent lunch reservation for a large group, which has been our annual event for many years. Unexpectedly, we were told that the private room was not available. It was tough to have a conversation in the common space with others eating and music playing. We are disappointed with that and will be reconsidering bringing groups here. However, on much more positive note, the lunch service was efficient an excellent with Jenna masterfully navigating individual orders and managing expectations. The options and the food were excellent, and I am told desserts did not disappoint. Overall, great for lunch but be cautious if using for business purposes, as standards have shifted since COVID. Ensure private room is reserved ahead of time--or find other spots nearby.

Food was amazing we went here for my moms bday the waitress was soooo nice and friendly I can’t remember her name but I won’t forget the face I definitely want her when I go back clean classy and very good experience definitely would recommend