The best Italian in the UK by far. Francos is renowned in Leeds for its authentic Italian food. That's because the owner is an authentic Italian that was classically trained. It's a real family affair where the owner speaks to every table to ensure that...they are enjoying themselves. I bring our Clients from ACS here all the time and they rave about it. So the next time you are in Leeds and you want some great food, give Francos a try.More

Food wasn't great, my personal opinion is there wasn't much flavour, tasted bland. Service wasn't great either, thought some staff came across rude.

Celebration There were 3 large tables and it was a busy Thursday evening. We eat here regularly but the last few times the service has not been good. The food when you eventually get it is alway good.

We booked a table for 7pm for one of our party’s birthday. Some of our party arrived at 6.45pm, and the rest at 7pm. On arrival we were greeted by a scruffy looking gentleman who made a half sarcastic comment about being late- which we...weren’t. After a 20 minute wait we were eventually offered drinks. Our early arrivals weren’t offered a drink while they waited so had been waiting over half an hour at this point for their first drink. After another 10 minutes or so, we had to ask if they could take our food order. With two young children with us, after a further 30 minutes had passed we asked how long our food would be and we’re told it wouldn’t be long. The table next to us who had arrived after us, had received their starters and mains and we were still waiting for starters. We had to ask a further two or three times before we decided to ask to speak to the manager. The scruffy looking gentleman from before turned out to be the owner, Franco. My husband took him to the side and began explaining our situation. Before he had even finished his sentence, Franco began shouting at him and waving his arms saying this is the best food in Leeds and everything was cooked from fresh, no microwave, no nothing. We weren’t disputing this. Our intention was to explain that we had been waiting for over an hour with no explanation when we arrived that there would be a delay. Yes is was busy but he then said that if we hadn’t have been late then this wouldn’t be the case. We arrived at our booked table time but we’re being penalised because some of our party had turned up earlier than our booking. My husband wasn’t able to get a word in so he stood back and allowed Franco to continue to shout at him in front of our party, children, his staff and the whole restaurant. Some of his staff tried to calm him down and he began shouting at them telling them to go away. At this point they began to bring our food out. He began repeatedly shouting “just eat your god damn food for goodness sake” but after the embarrassment of being shouted at by a ‘professional’, we decided we would not be staying and left. He started shouting at another table that we had the wrong attitude… from reading other reviews, he clearly has form and I’m not sure it’s us who has the wrong attitude. Avoid.More

05/08/23. Franco & Franco Jnr & The Team, Once again Thank You for the Incredible Food & Hospitality & Excellent Service. Second to none in Leeds. Will be back. Will, Nicola & Ruby X.

First time at Francos but for sure not the last. Francos is a lovely Italian restaurant . Staff are extremely friendly and both waiters and the manager , make you feel special. The food was delicious and the potions generous . I recommend it.

Delicious food, great engagement between staff and our party, fair prices. Generous desserts needed to be shared to finish off. We had a great time, thank you.

We have eaten at this restaurant lots of times over the years (we even had our wedding reception there in 2020) last night we went as a group of 13 to celebrate my father in laws 80th birthday. The service is always fantastic. Even the...younger members of staff were so polite and attentive they really are a credit to the restaurant. The food was great and there is always a lovely atmosphere. We will be back again soon without a doubt 👍🏻 well done Franco and Franco Junior keep up the good workMore

A lovely independent Italian restaurant with friendly staff and fantastic food. Went for a family celebration and was a fantastic choice. The food was great with generous portions

Went with friends for a birthday Fabulous evening. Tomato & garlic pizza bread to start with Then calves liver, which just melts in the mouth and dances on the tongue Mentioned a birthday and they go the extra mile - profiteroles with a candle and...all the staff gathered around the table to sing Fabulous night, couldn’t faultMore

We have been going to Francos for years. Never had an issue with the food or the service - its one of the reasons we keep going back. Take a few minutes to talk to Franco and you will soon realise his passion for good...food and good service. Nothing is too much trouble for Franco (senior and junior). If you want a taste of a real family owned and run Italian restaurant with passionate owners with freshly cooked dishes made by well trained and experienced chefs you will not be disappointed. If you prefer "cooking by formula" in a chain owned restaurant go elsewhere !More

Always a warm welcome, Franco is an old fashioned host and restaurateur. I don't know what the people are on about below, he must have had a go at them about something! He certainly speaks his mind! Yes he gives you a hug and a...kiss on the cheek but that's it, I come with my daughter and her family, not once has he ever made us feel uncomfortable. Yes he steals the odd chip and sits with you but, that's part of the places charm. He's one of the last remaining real Italians in Leeds. Don't ever change Franco. Oh and the food is the best in Yorkshire.More