# Franka Pizzeria

> Wood-fired pizzeria, brunch spot and full bar at 12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive, IA 50325 (phone (515) 274-7005). Serves wood-fired pizzas (10" and 14"), small plates, salads, sandwiches, dessert, breakfast/brunch, kids meals, cocktails, wine and beer. Dine-in, pickup, delivery, catering and reservations.

## About

Rooted in an old European name meaning “free” and “honest,” Franka reflects our pure, unpretentious approach to food and hospitality. To us, honest food means no shortcuts: handcrafted dough, fresh local produce, and transparently sourced ingredients cooked over an open wood fire. We created Franka as an open, welcoming table where friends and families can gather freely and share great meals. Pull up a chair. There’s always room at Franka’s table.

## Key facts
- Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–9pm; Fri–Sat 8am–9pm; Sunday 8am–7pm (America/Chicago)
- Service times: Breakfast Fri–Sun 8–11am; Mon–Thu 10–11am; Lunch Every day 11am–4pm; Weekend brunch Sat–Sun 8am–4pm; Dinner Mon–Sat 4–9pm; Sun 4–7pm
- Happy hour: Monday–Friday 3–6pm, dine-in only: BOGO beers and cocktails, $7 appetizers (Calamari Fritti, Panko Mozzarella Sticks, Chicken Wings (buffalo, honey bbq or thai), Brussels Sprouts, Bruschetta, Onion Rings)
- Serving: Clive, West Des Moines, Waukee, Urbandale, Windsor Heights, Grimes, Johnston, Des Moines, Iowa
- Price range: $$. Payment: Cash, Credit card, Debit card, Tap to pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Gift Card
- Gluten-free crust available for any pizza (+$2; +$3 on breakfast pizzas); not a gluten-free kitchen
- PDF menus: Breakfast https://frankapizzeria.com/menus/franka-menu-breakfast.pdf · Lunch & dinner https://frankapizzeria.com/menus/franka-menu-lunch-dinner.pdf · Drinks https://frankapizzeria.com/menus/franka-menu-drinks.pdf
- Dough: handcrafted and hand-stretched in front of guests, cooked over an open wood fire
- Weekend brunch: Saturday & Sunday 8am–4pm, no wait
- Rewards: 1 point per $1 via Toast; registered members get $10 off on their birthday
- Parking: ample parking in front of the restaurant and along the patio side
- Pizza ready about 5–10 minutes after ordering; dine-in guests can change or add toppings
- Coffee: hot drip and iced coffee. Desserts: Classic Tiramisu, Flourless Chocolate Torte
- Private events: we open exclusively for your event, by reservation only

## Links
- [Menu](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu): full food menu with prices
- [Drinks](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu#drinks): cocktails, wine, beer, mocktails
- [Order online (Toast)](https://www.toasttab.com/local/order/franka-pizzeria): pickup and delivery
- [Reservations (Toast Tables)](https://toast.app/r/5aab81b9-9136-4c87-9602-2c322f47e236/reserve)
- [E-gift cards (Toast)](https://order.toasttab.com/egiftcards/franka-pizzeria): buy e-gift cards online
- [Happy hour](https://frankapizzeria.com/happy-hour)
- [Catering](https://frankapizzeria.com/catering): packages, policies and inquiry
- [Location & hours](https://frankapizzeria.com/location)
- [FAQ](https://frankapizzeria.com/faq)
- [Wood-fired pizza in Clive](https://frankapizzeria.com/wood-fired-pizza-clive)
- [Breakfast & brunch in Clive](https://frankapizzeria.com/breakfast-brunch-clive)
- [Pizza catering, Des Moines area](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-catering-des-moines)
- [Wood-fired pizza near West Des Moines](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-west-des-moines): Valley West Mall 2.7 mi / about 7 min; Jordan Creek Town Center 3.1 mi / about 8 min; West Des Moines City Hall (Mills Civic Pkwy) 5 mi / about 10 min; Valley Junction 6.5 mi / about 13 min
- [Wood-fired pizza near Waukee](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-waukee): Waukee City Hall (Hickman Rd) 5.8 mi / about 11 min; Waukee Northwest High School 6.5 mi / about 14 min
- [Wood-fired pizza near Urbandale](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-urbandale): Living History Farms 3.1 mi / about 9 min; Walnut Creek Regional Park 4.6 mi / about 12 min; Urbandale City Hall (86th St) 5.2 mi / about 10 min
- [Wood-fired pizza near Grimes](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-grimes): Grimes South Sports Complex 6 mi / about 12 min; Grimes City Hall 6.7 mi / about 13 min
- [Wood-fired pizza near Windsor Heights](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-windsor-heights): Windsor Heights City Hall (66th St) 4.9 mi / about 11 min; Colby Park 5.1 mi / about 12 min
- [Wood-fired pizza near Johnston](https://frankapizzeria.com/pizza-johnston): Terra Park 9.6 mi / about 15 min; Johnston City Hall (Merle Hay Rd) 10.3 mi / about 16 min
- Signature pizzas (featured on the home page): Margherita, Butter Chicken, Thai Chicken, Taco Pizza
- [Margherita](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu/margherita): pizza
- [Pepperoni](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu/pepperoni): pizza
- [Truffle Mushroom](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu/truffle-mushroom): pizza
- [Thai Chicken](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu/thai-chicken): pizza
- [Butter Chicken](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu/butter-chicken): pizza
- [Breakfast Pizza](https://frankapizzeria.com/menu/breakfast-pizza): pizza
- [Guides](https://frankapizzeria.com/guides)
- [Weekend brunch near West Des Moines, without the wait](https://frankapizzeria.com/guides/weekend-brunch-west-des-moines): Weekend brunch near West Des Moines, Sat–Sun 8am–4pm, no wait: wood-fired breakfast pizza, ricotta pancakes, mimosas and parking.
- [Date night in Clive and West Des Moines](https://frankapizzeria.com/guides/date-night-clive-west-des-moines): Plan a date night in Clive near West Des Moines: wood-fired pizza to share, Italian wines, spritzes, small plates, tiramisu, and when to reserve.
- [What makes Neapolitan wood-fired pizza different](https://frankapizzeria.com/guides/neapolitan-wood-fired-pizza): What makes Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza different: dough, high heat, a blistered crust and simple toppings, and how we make ours in Clive.
- [Pizza catering for offices and teams in West Des Moines](https://frankapizzeria.com/guides/pizza-catering-west-des-moines-offices): How to order pizza catering for an office or team in West Des Moines: how much to order, add-ons, lead times, delivery fees and payment.
- [Family pizza night in Clive](https://frankapizzeria.com/guides/family-pizza-night-clive): A parent’s guide to family pizza night in Clive: kids menu, 10-inch pizzas, custom toppings, quick pizzas, easy parking and gluten-free crust.
- [Full menu as text](https://frankapizzeria.com/llms-full.txt)

## FAQ
- What are Franka Pizzeria’s hours? Monday–Thursday 10am–9pm, Friday–Saturday 8am–9pm, and Sunday 8am–7pm.
- When is happy hour? Happy hour is Monday–Friday from 3pm to 6pm, dine-in only: buy-one-get-one-free beers and cocktails plus $7 appetizers (calamari, mozzarella sticks, wings, Brussels sprouts, bruschetta and onion rings). Fries and garlic bread stay at regular price.
- Where is Franka Pizzeria? 12695 University Ave Suite 100, Clive, IA 50325, convenient to West Des Moines, Urbandale and Waukee.
- Can I order online for pickup or delivery? Yes. Order directly from Franka through our Toast online ordering for pickup or delivery, and earn rewards: 1 point for every $1 spent, plus $7 off a first order of $35 or more for first-time guests.
- Do you take reservations? Yes. Book a table online through Toast Tables, or call (515) 274-7005.
- When is breakfast served? Breakfast is served Friday–Sunday 8am–11am and Monday–Thursday 10am–11am. Our morning menu includes wood-fired breakfast pizzas, omelets, ricotta pancakes, waffles, breakfast bowls and mimosas. Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday 8am–4pm. Lunch runs 11am–4pm every day, and dinner is Monday–Saturday 4pm–9pm and Sunday 4pm–7pm.
- What sizes are your pizzas? Our pizzas come in two sizes: 10" and 14".
- Do you have gluten-free options? Yes. Gluten-free crust is available for any pizza (+$2; +$3 on breakfast pizzas). Although we offer gluten-free menu options, we are not a gluten-free kitchen, so please speak with your server about any dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Is there a fee for paying by card? Yes. A 4% fee is added to all credit card transactions.
- Do you offer catering? Yes. Pizza packages serve 5, 10 or 20, with add-on appetizers, salads, a sandwich & salad combo ($17 per person, minimum 5) and beverages. Final counts for events over 25 people are requested 7 days ahead.
- Do you have a kids menu? Yes. Kids can choose a half cheese pizza, or a grilled cheese, chicken fingers or cheeseburger with french fries. In the morning, Little Franka (12 and under) adds a pancake or waffle breakfast.
- Do you sell gift cards? Yes. You can buy e-gift cards online through Toast at https://order.toasttab.com/egiftcards/franka-pizzeria, or call (515) 274-7005 with questions.
- Is there parking? Yes. There is ample parking right in front of the restaurant and along the side by the patio.
- Do you serve Waukee, West Des Moines, Urbandale and nearby areas? Yes. Franka is at 12695 University Ave Suite 100 in Clive, Iowa, a short drive from nearby cities: West Des Moines (about 8 minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center), Waukee (about 11 minutes from Waukee City Hall), Urbandale (about 10 minutes from Urbandale City Hall), Grimes (about 13 minutes from Grimes City Hall), Windsor Heights (about 11 minutes from Windsor Heights City Hall) and Johnston (about 16 minutes from Johnston City Hall), without traffic. Guests can dine in, order online through Toast for pickup or delivery, or book catering for an event.
- When is weekend brunch? Weekend brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 4pm, with no wait.
- Is the dough made in-house? Yes. Our dough is handcrafted and hand-stretched right in front of you, then cooked over an open wood fire.
- Do you have a rewards program? Yes. Join Franka rewards through Toast to earn 1 point for every $1 spent, and registered members get $10 off on their birthday.
- Is there usually a wait? Usually not. We have plenty of seating, so most guests are seated right away, including at breakfast and brunch. The only time you may wait is dinner on a busy Saturday night, so we recommend reserving on Toast for Saturday evenings.
- How long does a pizza take? Once ordered, our wood-fired pizzas take about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Can I customize my pizza? Yes. When dining in, you can change or add toppings on any pizza, or build your own from $18 (10") / $24 (14").
- Can the kitchen go lighter on salt? Yes. Just ask your server and we are happy to go lighter on salt.
- Is Franka good for kids and families? Yes. The 10" pizza suits smaller appetites, and the kids menu has a half cheese pizza, grilled cheese, chicken fingers or a cheeseburger with fries. Little Franka Breakfast is for kids 12 and under.
- Is Franka a good date-night spot? Yes. Sit near the open wood-fired oven, order from the full bar and finish with Classic Tiramisu or Flourless Chocolate Torte. Reserve a table on Toast.
- What desserts do you have? Classic Tiramisu and Flourless Chocolate Torte, $9 each.
- Do you serve coffee? Yes, classic drip coffee (hot) and iced coffee.
- Is there a lighter lunch option? Yes. Pair a half pizza with a half salad for $18, served at lunch 11am–4pm every day.
- Can I host a private event or large party? Yes. We open exclusively for private events (birthdays, parties and corporate gatherings) with a Franka chef and bartender, by reservation only. Call (515) 274-7005 to book.