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Frankies - Frankie's Since 1988, Tinley Park, IL

Frankie's Since 1988

4.9
4.9
3837 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Santoro Family has been in the food service industry since 1988. Our Tinley Park location was renovated AND re-branded in May of 2023. We created a new MODERN CHIC vibe...The new name "Frankie's Since 1988" as an ode to our original restaurant on the Southside of Chicago.

No longer a fine dining white tablecloth restaurant. Our new concept more energetic music, vibrant craft cocktails & mocktails along with the same homemade pastas and signature dishes, such as Ciambotta (sausage & peppers), meatballs, Chicken "limone" with a lemon butter & capers sauce amongst others that have been loved throughout the years from Frankie's. We also added authentic southern Italian style pizzas from our Marra Forni oven in the dining room.

Our updated menu is a combination of old classics from the past 16 years in Tinley Park and new items with the same wonderful service guests have come to know and love from Frankie's.

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What 3,837 people are saying

Frankie's Since 1988 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Italian

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Innovative

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Neighborhood gem

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Lively

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Frankie's Since 1988 is a beloved Italian restaurant known for its "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the homemade pasta and diverse menu, including standout dishes like gnocchi with vodka sauce and Nutella gelato. The welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff make it a go-to for many, offering a "family-like" dining experience.

3,837 Reviews
  1. Jo Ann

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff is friendly and helpful. Many of them have been working at the restaurant for several years and recognize us as returning customers.

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  2. Matthew VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorites and never disappoints. Tried a couple of the specials this evening and both were fantastic. No suggestions just order with your heart and over order. You won’t be disappointed

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  3. Richard VIP

    Chicago61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely local restaurant with a large pasta menu and unique pizza but not many choices of meat except several chicken dishes. Great friendly employees.

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  4. Sherry VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening! Food & service was amazing!!! Look forward to my next visit!

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  5. Kim VIP

    Chicago72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience as always at Frankie's Ristorante! Awesome drinks, lovely ambiance and our server Alex was fabulous! Our food was amazing, especially the veal special, outstanding!! Frankie's is the absolute best!!♥️

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  6. Stacey

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday dinner for my mom! Everyone was so attentive and the food was amazing and reasonable! Even met Frankie!! Would definitely dine again!!

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  7. Joe

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience every time we go. Angela, Frankie and family always makes the experience unforgettable .

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  8. KenB

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal and experience. Number 1 in our book !

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  9. LC2021 VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frankie’s is always a great choice! Everything was excellent! 😊

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  10. Paul VIP

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Frankie's is always perfect. They have never failed us!

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Frankie's Since 1988 is rated 4.9 stars by 3837 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for Frankie's Since 1988

9501 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, IL 60487

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  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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