Crema's Take
“Frances' Pizza nails the nostalgic Italian-American neighborhood restaurant vibe—the kind of place where regulars genuinely feel cared for and the thin-crust pizza, manicotti, and Italian beef hit exactly as they should. The staff treats you like family (one reviewer noted they went above and beyond even during closing time), and while consistency has had a hiccup or two, the overall execution and atmosphere keep people coming back. If you're looking for straightforward, satisfying Italian fare in a casual setting that feels genuinely welcoming, this is worth the trip to Riverton.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Best manicotti around, love the thin cracker crust pizza, Italian beef are also a good choice. Can't forget about the ragitoni and meat balls and last but not least the desert's are also an outstanding choice.
We ordered 2 large double crust pizzas. What a great disappointment. They stacked 2 pieces of dough on top of each other, smooshed it down, put our toppings on and baked them. The dough was so dry, tasteless and stale - very dense. We spent nearly $40 and they were inedible.
Frances' Pizza in Riverton, IL is a great family Italian restaurant with fantastic food and a casual atmosphere. We ordered toasted ravioli for an appetizer, the Pasta Misto, a mixture of different pastas, and a the deluxe thin crust pizza. The pizza was awesome because the…
Got referred here by friends and definitely not disappointed. The atmosphere just has this nostalgic feel, like you're sitting at your favorite restaurant when you're a kid. The service was so very friendly, with a wonderful family vibe. The food was absolutely stellar. My…
This post is pretty late. We ate here 4 or 5 years ago right before they were closing. I had just lost my father and we were driving back. They took such good care of us even though they were closing up for the night. And the pizza was very very good. Were from Chicago so we…
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