Frank's Italian Restaurant

4.3 ( 838 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM See Hours
$10–20
525 N Plaza Dr, Van Buren, AR 72956, United States
+1 479-474-7778
Frank's Italian Restaurant in Van Buren, AR, has earned a remarkable reputation among diners seeking authentic Italian cuisine. Patrons highlight the warm and inviting atmosphere coupled with attentive service, setting the stage for a delightful dining experience. With a menu featuring hearty dishes like Chicken Primavera and Tortellini Alapana, Frank's excels at crafting flavorful meals that leave diners satisfied. The restaurant's signature garlic bread knots, served with a balsamic dipping sauce, are often praised as a delectable starter. Reviewers particularly enjoy the generous portion sizes, which ensure no one leaves hungry. Jennifer Hing fondly recalls her creamy tortellini dish, paired with an excellent sauce, while Tom Allen marveled at the flavorful beef ravioli accompanied by a remarkably affordable price tag. Desserts like Cannoli Cream and Tiramisu are also well-received, completing the meal on a sweet note. Overall, Frank's Italian Restaurant stands out for its fresh ingredients, welcoming ambiance, and flavorful offerings, making it a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers traveling through Van Buren.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Quiet
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts cheques
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Frank's Italian Restaurant

Jennifer Hing
May 16,2025
I enjoyed a late lunch with my friend at 2:30 we had the place to ourselves. The service was excellent! I had not been here in a few years and had high expectations from my previous visits. I was not disappointed. The bread is always great for a starter. My friend ordered the stuffed mushrooms and said the were really good. They had bell pepper so I had to skip tasting them. For our mains he had the pasta trio (fettuccine Alfredo, stuffed manicotti, and a small piece of lasagne). I enjoyed the tortellini alapana. The sauce was a delicious silky, creamy, tangy blend paired with a cheese stuffed tortellini. The only thing I would add/change is the beverage selection. This location is Pepsi products only, but the sweet tea is nice.
Steven Page
Mar 30,2025
We were traveling to Atlanta and stopped for the night at the Overland RV Park. Based on recommendations we tried Frank's. Very very very good food. Their meals come with their home made garlic bread knots and they are very tasty with the oil balsamic dipping sauce. I tried the Chicken Primavera and my wife ordered their Pasta Sampler. My wife loved her dish and I really enjoyed mine which had broccoli, oirons, artichoke hearts and mushrooms in a very rich sauce. My serving was so large I took some home which is rare for me. If you are in the area and hungry for Italian I say give it a try.
Tom Allen
Mar 24,2025
I ate here 3-4 years ago and really enjoyed it and wanted to come back but not in the area often. I had lunch yesterday at 2:00 with only 1 Other customer. The facility is nicely done, very clean and inviting. Service was courteous and prompt. I ordered the tomato basil soup and beef ravioli. A side of bread came with the meal. The bread was excellent, soft and great flavor and the dipping oil was very good as well. The soup was very good, nice flavor and seasoned well. The beef ravioli had a very good marinara sauce and the raviolis were tender and full of meat. The portion size was almost more than I could eat. The amazing part of all this is the cost was under 12! I don't know a better value anywhere in Arkansas. I look forward to visiting again when in the area.
Tanvi Gupta
Mar 19,2025
This is an amazing place and the food tastes so much amazing and fresh. The staff is very welcoming too. Absolutely Loved the eggparm!
Marnie Hamilton
Mar 6,2025
Driving through on our way home to Tx. Stopped for dinner. Intimate, clean, friendly with excellent food. Bread was warm and fresh, dipping oil was so good! Chicken piccata is excellent and spaghetti and meatballs as well. Healthy servings, you won’t go home hungry! Only question is, where is everyone on a Saturday evening in Van Buren? You missing an excellent dinner!
Sadie Durrett
Feb 23,2025
I was visiting the area for the weekend and came here to eat dinner the night before the Fort Smith Marathon. The wait staff was very attentive and friendly. The food came out super quick! Everything tasted great. I ordered the tortellini Alla Panna and added grilled chicken. I also got a cannoli to go.
Richey Allen
Feb 22,2025
This was our first time eating there in a long time and now I remember why I don't want to go back. The service was good and restaurant was clean but the food in my opinion was awful. My wife took a bite of her food and couldn't eat it and I was able to eat a few bites before I gave up on it. Still paid the bill they charged 1/2 of my wifes bill even though she took only one bite and couldn't eat it and I had to pay full price for mine. It makes me mad that neither of us could choke the food down and we still had to pay 30.00 for nothing. We will never eat there again and we will not ever recommend this restaurant to anyone. But I will make sure that people know about this!!!!
Amy Shafer
Feb 16,2025
A jewel of a find! After reading several reviews we decided to try for ourselves. I was leaning towards the pasta sampler or the cheese & spinach ravioli until we both decided on Strombolis. Which are LOADED with meats & tons of delicious cheese Fresh rolls with the most mouth-water olive oil vinaigrette for dipping (I HAD to take some home) The service was spot on. The ambiance was relaxing with classic music playing. Surprisingly affordable It was a most enjoyable date night We look forward to our next visit

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