My husband and I were planning on going to another local Italian resturant today, however they were closed so we decided to try Francesca's. Lucky for us the other resturant was closed. We had such a pleasant time. Our server, Mike (ask him about his fantastic fishing experiences) greeted us with a big smile and was very attentive and friendly. The owner was also very gracious and friendly. Our meal was delicious and plentiful. My husband had the Penne Vodka dish and I had the Eggplant Parmagiana, both were very good. We also tried for the first time Arancini, very tasty ! Previous reviews mentioned "plastic" dishes, which they are not. They are Melamine and are very sturdy and have a modern organic look, not offensive or cheap at all as the reviews state. If you are looking for a fine dining experience, this is not your place, you are in a beach town. The decor is perfect for this area. Clean, neat, and inviting. Perfect for casual wear. The exterior patio seating is very desirable with the umbrella covered tables. We will definitely go back to Francesca's when we are back in Vero Beach.