Throughout the years, people from all over have come to visit Franco’s Real Italian Restaurant and many have become like family and close friends. Using the highest quality ingredients and professional care, our chef has prepared savory delicacies for the enjoyment of all.
When our doors first opened in 1971, Franco's was the only restaurant in the South Houston area and for miles around you could see the empty horizon of Clear Lake. Mr. Franco, “Papa” as he was affectionately called by all, designed and sculpted everything seen in the restaurant: from Italian mural and sculptures, to waterfalls and paintings, all created with his loving artistic touch. Eventually, Mr. Franco tried to retire, but to no avail; with much encouragement from family and friends, (and especially patrons starved for real Italian food!) the family decided to continue their legacy with daughter Franca serving as hostess.
The Pignataro's are a very close-knit family. With the passing of Mr. Franco (Papa) and Mrs. Domenica Emilia (Mama), their daughters Nuccia, Lina, and Franca, and Nuccia's twin boys, Domenico (Nico) and Francesco (Cesco), are extending their love of cuisine.
Franca, the youngest daughter, is surely honoring her parents' memory, following in her father's footsteps as she continues to run the business in the Italian way!
A must see historical landmark handmade by Papa himself.
The Franco's tradition continues.....