Franco's Italian Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Franco's Italian Restaurant, where classic Italian flavors come to life! Nestled in Mechanicsville, VA, this cozy eatery offers a delightful array of dishes that cater to all tastes. Their menu shines with irresistible appetizers like mozzarella sticks and calamari rings, perfect for sharing. Elevated salads like the Greek salad and Grilled Chicken Salad introduce a fresh touch to your meal.
For subs and wraps, Franco's has you covered with hearty options like the Meatball and Cheese Sub or the flavorful Italian Hoagie. Don’t forget to explore their extensive vegetarian choices! With its casual atmosphere and excellent service, Franco's is ideal for families and groups alike, making every visit a delightful experience. Enjoy the convenience of takeout or dine-in, and soak in the vibrant ambiance with outdoor seating. Franco’s awaits your visit!
Appetizers
Mozzarella Sticks
Toasted Ravioli
Jalapeno cheese.
10 Wings
Hot, mild, or barbecue. Served with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Calamari Rings
Garlic Bread with Cheese
French Fries
Appetizer Sampler
4 wings, 3 mozzarella sticks, onion rings, french fries.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Fried Zucchini
Chicken Quesadilla
Bruschetta
Onion Rings
Garlic Bread
Mussels Marinara
Grilled Chicken Salad
Caesar Salad
Greek Salad
House Salad
Chef Salad
Double House Salad
Caprese Salad
Antipasto Salad
Salads
Subs and Wraps
Steak and Cheese Sub
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Italian Hoagie
Ham, cheese, and salami if toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Meatball and Cheese Sub
Meatballs topped with our tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Turkey Sub with Cheese
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Turkey Wrap with Cheese
If toppings not selected, wrap will be left plain with no toppings.
Chicken Philly Sub
If toppings not selected, wrap will be left plain with no toppings.
Chicken Parmigiana Sub
Breaded chicken topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Pizza Steak Sub
Chopped steak mixed with tomato sauce. Topped with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, oregano.
Sausage and Cheese Sub
Sliced sausage topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Double Cheeseburger
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Club Sandwich on Wheat
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Club Wrap on Wheat
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Eggplant Parmigiana Sub
Breaded eggplant topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Tuna and Cheese Sub
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Tuna and Cheese Wrap
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Ham and Cheese Sub
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Ham and Cheese Wrap
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Grilled Chicken Ciabatta
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Cheeseburger
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Turkey Ciabatta
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Veggie Sub Served with Cheese
Grilled green peppers, mushrooms, black olives, fried onions. Topped with cheese. Please select other toppings if you would like it on there.
Veggie Wrap Served with Cheese
Grilled green peppers, mushrooms, black olives, fried onions. Topped with cheese. Please select other toppings if you would like it on there.
Hamburger
If toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Served with chips, no substitutions if toppings not selected, sub will be left plain with no toppings.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
Served on a bun if toppings not selected, will be left plain with no toppings.
Veal Cutlet Parmigiana Sub
Breaded veal topped with our tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Cheese Pizza
Add toppings for an additional charge.
White Pizza with Garlic Pizza
Franco's the Works Pizza
Sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, green peppers, and extra cheese.
Sicilian Pan Pizza
Add toppings for an additional charge.
Meatlover's Pizza
Margherita Pizza
Fresh tomato and basil pizza.
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Chicken Pizza
Slice of Pizza
We do not make the shrimp, chicken, steak, white pizza or Margherita pizzas by the slice.
Veggie Pizza
Mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, spinach, onions, extra cheese.
Small Sicilian Pizza
Shrimp Pizza
Pizzas
Franco's Specials
Baked Ziti
Meat sauce, ricotta, and baked cheese. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Lasagna
Meat sauce and cheese on top. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Stuffed Shells
Stuffed with ricotta cheese and topped with baked cheese. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Gnocchi
Stuffed with potatoes and topped with tomato sauce.
Manicotti
Stuffed with ricotta cheese and topped with baked cheese.
Penne ala Vodka
Ham and mushrooms in light pink cream sauce with a dash of vodka. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Tortellini ala Alessandro
Ham and fresh mushrooms with Alfredo sauce. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Eggplant layered in tomato sauce, baked with your choice of spaghetti or penne pasta.
Cheese Ravioli
Topped with tomato sauce.
Vegetable Lasagna
Spinach and mushroom topped with tomato sauce and baked cheese.
Penne with Broccoli and Bacon
Alfredo sauteed with broccoli and bacon. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge
Meat Ravioli
Topped with tomato sauce or meat sauce. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Rigatoni Bolognese
Served with meat sauce. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Penne with Vegetables
Served with beans, squash, zucchini, carrots, onions, and fresh tomatoes. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Penne Sicilia
Meat sauce, sauteed peas, ham, and mushrooms. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Rigatoni Matriciana
Served with ham, onions, and marinara sauce. Substitute gluten free penne for an addtional charge.
Clam Chowder Soup
Italian Wedding Soup
Chicken Noodle Soup
Minestrone Soup
Soups
Calzone and Stromboli
Calzone
Ham, mozzarella, ricotta. Sauce on the side.
Steak Roll
Served with onions and cheese.
Stromboli
Ham, mozzarella, sauce.
Meatlovers Calzone
Pepperoni, sausage, ham, meatballs, bacon.
Meatlovers Stromboli
Pepperoni, sausage, ham, meatballs, bacon.
Veggie Calzone
G&P, mushroom, onion, black olives, spinach.
Veggie Stromboli
G&P, mushroom, onion, black olives, spinach.
Chicken Roll
Served with onions and cheese.
Orecchiette
Served with meat sauce.
Pappardelle with Shrimp
Served with shrimp and pink sauce.
Fusilli
Served with tomato sauce.
Homemade Pastas
Chicken and Veal
Chicken Parmigiana
Topped with tomato sauce and baked mozzarella.
Chicken Piccata
Served with capperi lemon sauce.
Veal Parmigiana
Topped with tomato sauce and baked mozzarella.
Chicken Marsala
Sauteed in Marsala wine with fresh mushrooms.
Chicken Cacciatore
Sauteed with mushrooms and green peppers in your choice of red or white sauce.
Veal Marsala
Sauteed in Marsala wine with fresh mushrooms.
Chicken Caprese
Topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. Pasta with tomato sauce.
Veal Cacciatore
Sauteed with mushrooms and green peppers in your choice of red or white sauce.
Veal Caprese
Topped with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil. Pasta with tomato sauce.
Veal Piccata
Served with capperi lemon sauce.
Chicken Arianna
Sauteed in a lemon sauce topped with tomatoes, onions, ham and melted mozzarella cheese.
Veal Arianna
Sauteed in a lemon sauce topped with tomatoes, onions, ham and melted mozzarella cheese.
Spaghetti ala Franco
Topped with meat sauce and baked mozzarella.
Fettuccini Alfredo
Alfredo sauce. Add chicken for additional charge.
Tour of Italy
1 chicken Parmigiana, 1 manicotti, 1 lasagna, side of spaghetti with meat sauce.
Spaghetti Carbonara
Bacon, eggs, Parmesan cheese, ham, and Alfredo sauce.
Meatlover's Spaghetti
Topped with sausage, meatballs, meat sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese.
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Tomato sauce and served with 2 meatballs.
Spaghetti with Italian Sausage
Tomato sauce and served with 2 Italian sausages.
Sacchetti
Stuffed with porcini mushrooms and your choice of sauce.
Spaghetti Bolognese
Topped with meat sauce.
Fettuccini al Pesto
Pine nuts and basil.
Spaghetti with Garlic and Oil
Penne ala Lorenzo
Green beans, carrots, yellow squash, zucchini and red bell pepper in a creamy Alfredo sauce and topped with blackened chicken.
Spaghetti Marinara
Chunks of tomato and garlic.
Spaghetti with Mushroom Sauce
Fresh mushrooms and tomato sauce.
Pastas
Sides
Side Order of Meatballs
Side Order of Sausage
Broccoli and Cheese
Sauteed Spinach in Oil and Garlic
Fettuccini with Shrimp and Chicken
Your choice of Alfredo or pink sauce.
Lobster Ravioli
Your choice of Alfredo or pink sauce.
Linguini with Clam Sauce
Your choice of red or white sauce. Add shrimp for additional charge.
Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp in a garlic and lemon butter sauce on top of spaghetti.
Seafood Cannelloni
Shrimp and crab meat with your choice of Alfredo, red, or pink sauce.
Fettuccini Pescatore
Shrimp, clams, and mussels tossed in your choice of red, white, Alfredo or pink sauce.
Fettuccini with Shrimp and Clams
Sauteed shrimp and clams in your choice of red or white sauce.
Crab Cake Dinner
6 mini crab cakes with your choice of spaghetti or fries.
10 Fried Shrimp
Your choice of spaghetti or fries.
Fettuccini with Shrimp and Tomatoes Picante
Sauteed shrimp with Roma tomatoes.
Seafood
Small Dinners
Small Baked Spaghetti Dinner
Small Lasagna Dinner
Small Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Dinner
Small Cheese Ravioli Dinner
Small Penne with Meat Sauce Dinner
Small Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce Dinner
Small Spaghetti with Meatball Dinner
Small Meat Ravioli Dinner
Small Spaghetti with Sausage Dinner
12" Gluten Free Small Cheese Pizza
Add toppings for an additional charge.
Gluten Free Penne
Your choice of sauce. Served with a salad. Add protein for an additional charge.
Gluten Free
Kid's Menu
Kids Spaghetti
Meat or tomato sauce. Add meatballs or sausage for an additional charge.
Kids Lasagna
Meat or tomato sauce. Add meatballs or sausage for an additional charge.
Kids Penne
Meat or tomato sauce. Add meatballs or sausage for an additional charge.