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Franco's Cucina Italian Bakery & Deli

★ 4.0698 recorded reviews$10–20

1550 Bourbon Pkwy, Streamwood, IL 60107, USA

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Franco's Cucina Italian Bakery & Deli
PLAN THE VISIT

Essential details

Address
1550 Bourbon Pkwy, Streamwood, IL 60107, USA
Phone
(630) 372-6990
Website
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Rating signal
4.0 from 698 recorded reviews
HOURS

Listed operating hours

  • Monday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • SundayClosed
About and visit notes

Introduction / Overview

For residents across the Illinois region, especially those in the northwest Chicago suburbs, Franco's Cucina Italian Bakery & Deli in Streamwood stands out as a true culinary hub. Since officially opening in 1995 after decades of experience in the baking industry, Franco and Emily have established a business that is far more than just a bakery. It is a full-service Italian destination—a bakery, deli, caterer, and Italian grocery store all rolled into one welcoming, small business.

Franco’s Cucina is built on a foundation of using only traditional, home-style recipes, ensuring every item—from a hot Italian Beef sandwich to a delicate Cannoli—is prepared with fresh ingredients, plenty of olive oil, and garlic. The dedication to quality is clear in customer feedback, with one patron noting the staff was friendly and the subs were "generously filled with meat and had great flavor without being overdone." This multi-faceted establishment caters to virtually any need: a quick coffee and pastry, a satisfying lunch or dinner, or comprehensive catering for a major event. It is a reliable, high-quality purveyor of authentic Italian cuisine right here in Illinois.

The scope of their offerings, blending fresh-baked goods with authentic deli meats, cheeses, and hot entrees, positions Franco's Cucina as an essential stop for anyone craving a genuine taste of Italy in the Streamwood area. Their commitment to world-class service, even for online orders, ensures a welcoming experience for every visitor, whether they are stopping for a quick visit or a full dine-in meal.

Location and Accessibility

Franco's Cucina Italian Bakery & Deli is centrally located and easily accessible in the Streamwood community at 1550 Bourbon Pkwy, Streamwood, IL 60107, USA. Its suburban location offers excellent logistical convenience for local workers and families.

The facility has been designed to be fully accessible, ensuring a comfortable visit for all members of the Illinois community. Key accessibility and location features include:

  • Wheelchair Accessible Entrance: Easy, barrier-free access for everyone.
  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot: Convenient, designated parking spaces close to the entrance.
  • Wheelchair Accessible Restroom: Ensures comfort and convenience during your dine-in or shopping experience.
  • Wheelchair Accessible Seating: Designated areas for comfortable dining.
  • Parking Options: Both a Free parking lot and Free street parking are available, eliminating the stress of finding a spot.
  • Dining Options: Patrons can choose between the casual Dine-in experience or a quick Takeout option, making it suitable for any schedule.

With operating hours extending from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Saturday (Closed Sunday), Franco's Cucina is available for breakfast, lunch, and early dinner needs throughout the week.

Services Offered

Franco's Cucina offers a comprehensive array of services that extend far beyond a traditional bakery, positioning it as a dynamic Italian grocery, restaurant, and deli for the Illinois suburbs.

  • Full-Service Bakery: Offering a wide selection of fresh-baked goods including artisan Breads (1 lb and 1.5 lb loaves, Ciambotta, French Bread), various Focaccias (Rosemary, Tomato), and specialty items like Almond Coffee Cake, Pecan Rolls, and Cinnamon Raisin Bread.
  • Authentic Italian Pastries: Classic desserts and pastries made with traditional recipes, such as Cannoli, Eclairs, Tiramisu, Napoleans, and various cookies (Butter, Italian, Assorted).
  • Deli and Sub Shop: Preparing generously-filled cold subs in Mini, Small, and Large sizes, featuring premium meats like Prosciutto & Provolone, Italian Sub, Sopressatta, Roast Beef, and the crowd-pleasing American Sub.
  • Hot Italian Entrees and Sandwiches: Serving daily hot food items, including the iconic Italian Beef, Italian Sausage Sandwich, Meatball Sub, and full Chicken Parmigiana Dinners with a side.
  • Catering Services: Specializing in catering for all occasions—Anniversaries, Parties, Birthdays, Events, and Weddings—offering meat and cheese trays, sub trays, pasta trays, and bakery/pastry trays.
  • Pizza by the Slice: Offering quick-service pizza options like Cheese Pizza Slice and the unique Cheese or Cheese & Sausage Panzerotti.
  • Beverage and Coffee Bar: Serving freshly brewed Coffee, Espresso, Capuccino, Chamomile Hot Tea, and various Fountain Drinks and Canned Sodas.
  • Variety of Service Options: Providing Delivery, In-store pickup, In-store shopping, Takeout, Dine-in, and Onsite services to meet all customer convenience needs.

Features / Highlights

What makes Franco's Cucina Italian Bakery & Deli an essential local business for residents in Illinois is the unparalleled combination of quality, variety, and authentic Italian tradition under one roof.

  • Generous and Flavorful Deli Subs: A major highlight, as noted by customers, is the subs, which are "generously filled with meat" and have a "great flavor," confirming the value and quality of their deli offerings, particularly the American Sub.
  • Authentic Italian Baking Expertise: The origins of the business in the baking industry, with Franco bringing over 30 years of experience, ensure that the Breads, Focaccias, and Pastries are truly top-tier and made from traditional recipes.
  • Signature Pastries: The presence of genuine Italian pastries, specifically Cannoli (with available Cannoli Cake Slice) and Tiramisu, provides an authentic Italian dessert experience without having to travel into the city.
  • Hot Italian Favorites: Offering staples like the Italian Beef and Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich caters to the traditional Chicago-area palate, all prepared with the freshest ingredients and traditional style.
  • One-Stop Italian Shopping: Functioning simultaneously as a bakery, deli, and caterer, customers can pick up a Mini Sub for lunch, a 1 lb loaf of French Bread for dinner, and a dozen Italian Cookies for a dessert tray, all in one quick visit.
  • Exceptional Customer Service: Reviews consistently point to friendly, world-class staff who make customers feel welcome and ensure quick, easy order fulfillment, whether placed online or in-person.

Contact Information

For residents across Illinois who are looking to place a catering order, inquire about a specialty cake, or simply stop by for a hot Italian Beef or a fresh Cannoli, the contact details for this Streamwood institution are:

Address: 1550 Bourbon Pkwy, Streamwood, IL 60107, USA

Phone: (630) 372-6990

Mobile Phone: +1 630-372-6990

What is Worth Choosing

For any local in the Illinois suburbs, Franco's Cucina Italian Bakery & Deli is worth choosing because it delivers uncompromising quality and authentic Italian variety under one roof. You don't have to choose between a specialized bakery for fresh bread and pastries or an authentic deli for a hearty sandwich—Franco's offers both, expertly executed.

The true value proposition is the quality of the ingredients and the use of handed-down, home-style recipes, which is evident in the generous meat portions on the subs and the delicate nature of the pastries. The ability to grab a quick, satisfying lunch (like a generously filled sub or a slice of pizza), purchase fresh-baked bread for the evening, and secure high-quality catering services for a large event all at the same conveniently located, fully accessible small business, makes Franco's Cucina an invaluable resource for the Streamwood community and surrounding Illinois areas. When you choose Franco's, you are choosing decades of baking experience and a commitment to serving authentic Italian cuisine with world-class, welcoming service.

VISIT FEATURES

Services and accessibility

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From the business

  • Small business

Service options

  • Delivery
  • In-store pickup
  • In-store shopping
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee

Dining options

  • Breakfast

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi

Planning

  • Quick visit

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
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VISITOR FEEDBACK

Reviews and recurring themes

Read individual comments as personal experiences, not verified guarantees.

subs 52cannoli 31lunch 27meatballs 11turkey 10chicken parm 8desert 8catering 8eggplant 7soup 6
★ 5.0

We stopped by Franco’s Deli for the first time and were pleasantly surprised. The subs were generously filled with meat and had great flavor without being overdone. The staff was friendly and made us feel welcome. This is a place we will return to.

Jul 19 · Patryk Slomczynski
★ 5.0

I have to say Franco’s deli hit the spot. We were looking for a sub and their American sub took us back. We placed an order on line and the service was world class and the pick up was quick and easy. Will definitely be coming here more and bringing my co-workers along to try all on the menu!

Jul 25 · Unique Designs 1
★ 1.0

I have been coming to Franco’s for 25 years. In high school we’d come for lunch and this was a horrible experience. I spent $100 in food and I was beyond disappointed. The chicken Vesuvio was one small dried completely unflavored piece of meat that was almost impossible to eat, for $16.99. There was no liquid and nothing “ Vesuvio” about it. The potatoes and pasta were decent but the biggest disappointment was the eggplant parm which is what I went for. It was a big sloppy wet mess. Literally was baby food. I’ve had before and it was much better. Also this small piece for $17. I don’t understand how an Italian place could do both those items so poorly. I don’t live in the area anymore and drove to get this food today and it was a waste of money and gas. I will not be ordering entree food again. I’ll stick with a sandwich and sweets from here on out.

Aug 2 · Julie Travelino
★ 5.0

Amazing food and bakery items. First class service. Francos catered our parents 50th anniversary party for 100ppl and the owner personally walked us thru every selection & made recommendations. Including a show-stopping tiered anniversary cake which was both delicious & beautiful. Guests are still raving about the food and the generous portions! Great for occasions but we also order for holidays and just go there for lunch while running errands on a Saturday. Wonderful family-owned business where they treat customers like family!

May 10 · Amanda Behrman
★ 4.0

Very cute & cozy place, must-visit!The sandwich & baked items were good but not as good as those I had in Italy ! Very friendly staff! You must sit in & eat to feel the home-like vibes!

Mar 13 · Elahe Javadi
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