Ristorante Pizzeria Da Franco In Chieti

My wife and I had lunch here on a Saturday. The restaurant is located in the old, authentic Chieti area. Arriving by motorcycle, I found parking 50 meters away. As soon as we were seated, we were served water, wine, and bruschetta (toasted bread with olive oil and tomatoes). Then our order: arrosticini and lamb with chips and a mixed salad. A colossal meal of delicious food with good house wine. Then a half-slice of sweet watermelon and an ice cream. €40 well spent. Fast, friendly, and attentive service. A faint aroma wafting from the kitchen didn't bother us. A little gem. Thank you.

The pasta and bruschetta were terrific. We had insalata caprese as a second. The house red was very good as well. Very good food and service.

I discovered this family-run pizza restaurant almost by chance, and I couldn't be happier! As soon as we entered, the atmosphere was welcoming and genuine, as if we'd been invited to a friend's house. The service was impeccable: kindness, genuine smiles, and meticulous attention to detail. The menu features traditional dishes, prepared with the freshest ingredients and generous portions. Each course told a story, from the homemade pasta dishes to the delicious pizza, all clearly prepared with love. The lasagna, arrosticini, and cod were particularly popular—truly unforgettable! It's rare to find places where you eat well and feel truly welcome. This restaurant is one of those hidden gems I'd treasure and recommend to anyone seeking authentic flavors and genuine hospitality. An authentic and warm experience I discovered this family-owned pizza restaurant almost by chance, and I couldn't be happier! As soon as you enter, there's a cozy and genuine atmosphere, as if you'd been invited to a friend's house. The service is impeccable: kindness, sincere smiles and attention to every detail. The menu offers traditional dishes, prepared with the freshest ingredients and generous portions. Each course told a story, from the homemade first courses to the delicious pizza, clearly all prepared with love. We particularly enjoyed the lasagna and the kebabs, and the cod, truly unforgettable! It is rare to find places where you eat well and feel truly welcome. This restaurant is one of those hidden gems to hold in your heart and recommend to anyone looking for real flavors and authentic hospitality.

We have been stopping here for a few years on our way to southern Italy and we stop by to eat... it's always a pleasure! Excellent food and Mr. Franco is always hospitable and kind! We must stop by for a tour!

We were there today, we ate very well, super abundant at a great price. The waiter was very kind. Fantastic!

We visited the city on a Sunday, and since everything was pretty much closed, we found this place open and were pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere, food, drinks and service. A nice place, a family business I think, with good prices and a nice ambiance. The best limoncello I've tried.

This small family-run restaurant is in an alley in the historic center of Chieti. The dishes are simple but good (the arrosticini are excellent), the owners are kind, the prices are honest.

During our trip to Chieti, we were lucky enough to discover Ristorante da Franco, and it was undoubtedly one of the most memorable experiences of our journey in Italy. We were welcomed with warm hospitality by the owner, his daughter and his granddaughter — kind and smiling people who made us feel part of the family from the first moment. The food was extraordinary: typical dishes of the area, prepared with so much love, with that authentic taste of home cooking. Every bite seemed to tell a story, a tradition. It was the best meal we had in all of Italy — not only for the taste, but for the affection with which everything was offered to us. The environment is welcoming, simple and authentic. You don't go here just to eat, but to live an experience of human warmth and connection with the soul of Chieti. We recommend it with all our heart!

Family-run establishment. Mr. Franco welcomed us with a cheerful smile. The food was excellent, very good! It was the best gnocchi I've ever tasted, as were the other items on the menu. If I get the chance, I'll definitely be back.

Whatever anyone says... I'm a good foodie, I came here as a kid and I've rediscovered it now as a pensioner... the meat is treated really well and of excellent quality, the first courses are standard but well made and plentiful, the prices are low... there are no surprises. The wine from our cellars, the attentive service and kind staff. Excellent lunch break, but I will also come with family and friends. They destroyed Chieti... closed shops, restricted traffic zones, zero attraction... at least let us still appreciate those who work with seriousness and dedication. Fernando