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A South End staple for more than 25 years, The Franklin serves a full menu daily from 5 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. among creative cocktails from the city’s best bartenders, world-class wines at an unbeatable value, and local microbrews. Sunday Brunch is served from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Hip, cozy neighborhood gastropub dispensing craft cocktails & modern comfort food until late.
Hours
| Tuesday | 5 PM–2 AM |
| Wednesday | 5 PM–2 AM |
| Thursday | 5 PM–2 AM |
| Friday | 5 PM–2 AM |
| Saturday | 5 PM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–2 AM |
| Monday | 5 PM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 278 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: (617) 350-0010
Website: http://www.franklincafe.com/
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Reviews
Kevin Kwan
I had a fantastic dinner at The Franklin Cafe last night. From the food to the atmosphere, everything made it such an enjoyable evening.
We started with the mussels, which were absolutely delicious. They were fresh, plump, and was so good we couldn’t stop dipping bread into it. For mains, we had the hangar steak and salmon, and both were excellent. The hangar steak was cooked perfectly, tender and rich with great flavor, while the salmon was beautifully done, moist, and well balanced.
What really made the night special was the vibe. The restaurant has a warm, cozy, and lively atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy the evening. It’s perfect for a relaxed dinner, date night, or catching up with friends.
Overall, we had a great time and I’d highly recommend it. Definitely a place I’d love to return to.
… moreWe started with the mussels, which were absolutely delicious. They were fresh, plump, and was so good we couldn’t stop dipping bread into it. For mains, we had the hangar steak and salmon, and both were excellent. The hangar steak was cooked perfectly, tender and rich with great flavor, while the salmon was beautifully done, moist, and well balanced.
What really made the night special was the vibe. The restaurant has a warm, cozy, and lively atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy the evening. It’s perfect for a relaxed dinner, date night, or catching up with friends.
Overall, we had a great time and I’d highly recommend it. Definitely a place I’d love to return to.
Kevin Haggerty
Stop whatever you are doing and just go here. The staff and the food …AWESOME. If we lived around here we would stop in all the time. That said the next time we are up from Connecticut, this is where we are going.
It was great to walk in without a reservation and snag a seat at the bar. Great cocktails!!
… moreIt was great to walk in without a reservation and snag a seat at the bar. Great cocktails!!
Daniel Kraus
I visited the Franklin Cafe on a Tuesday night. It was 11pm, so it was one of very few places still open. Upon entering, you’re greeted by a dark and expensive vibe. It’s quite lively for a Tuesday night.
I got the Sweet Pea Ravioli, and my girlfriend got the Duck Confit Quesadilla. My ravioli was very delicious. The flavor profile was really complex and was enjoyable all the way to the after taste. My only wish is that the portion was bigger for what it cost, but I don’t regret getting it at all. I ate slowly to savor it. The quesadilla was quite good too. It was very flavorful, and the tamarind glaze brought it all together.
The service was decent. The waitress did seem more interested in chatting with the people who looked like they had money (I wasn’t expecting to go out to a nice restaurant so I was in my gym clothing) so we did have to wait for a bit to get seen throughout our visit. Overall, however, I would highly recommend this spot. I would recommend dressing up though!
… moreI got the Sweet Pea Ravioli, and my girlfriend got the Duck Confit Quesadilla. My ravioli was very delicious. The flavor profile was really complex and was enjoyable all the way to the after taste. My only wish is that the portion was bigger for what it cost, but I don’t regret getting it at all. I ate slowly to savor it. The quesadilla was quite good too. It was very flavorful, and the tamarind glaze brought it all together.
The service was decent. The waitress did seem more interested in chatting with the people who looked like they had money (I wasn’t expecting to go out to a nice restaurant so I was in my gym clothing) so we did have to wait for a bit to get seen throughout our visit. Overall, however, I would highly recommend this spot. I would recommend dressing up though!
Joyce Woo
We made a reservation and was seated right away. For brunch, I recommend sitting outside if weather allows to enjoy the nice view of the South End! It was so pretty and we enjoyed the fall vibes sitting outside. The server was very attentive and he noticed our table was wobbly and fixed it right away.
Food was amazing! We got the french toast and the corned beef hash and eggs.
… moreFood was amazing! We got the french toast and the corned beef hash and eggs.
Munah
We were looking for a restaurant that was serving late night food and while searching we stumbled across Franklin Cafe. We called to ensure that they were in fact serving and the staff who answered was polite.
Located right in the South End is this cozy cafe with so many options of food and drinks. My friend ordered an old fashioned and the Franklin burger. I ordered the Franklin burger with a Shirley Temple.
Our server was friendly and answered all of my questions about the menu. Though it was busy we didn’t have to wait long for our meals. Food was fresh, hot and just the way we ordered it. I love the burger sauce, it gives the burger a nice touch. It was so good, I asked for a side of it to dip my fries. Good food, good service and great portions!
… moreLocated right in the South End is this cozy cafe with so many options of food and drinks. My friend ordered an old fashioned and the Franklin burger. I ordered the Franklin burger with a Shirley Temple.
Our server was friendly and answered all of my questions about the menu. Though it was busy we didn’t have to wait long for our meals. Food was fresh, hot and just the way we ordered it. I love the burger sauce, it gives the burger a nice touch. It was so good, I asked for a side of it to dip my fries. Good food, good service and great portions!
Sukhmani Kalia
One of my new favorite restaurants in boston! We ordered a few things for the table and everything exceeded expectations. I highly recommend the zaatar salmon and the bisque. Will be coming back to try out the brunch menu!
… moreZane
Awesome atmosphere with tasty food and creative cocktails. The host was very nice even though it was crazy busy. The mocktails are also fun, so teetotalers can enjoy the fun too!
… moreWallace Woodworth
On the last day we were in Boston, we happened upon this bistro. Since it was shortly after noon, I had no intention of eating a cocktail or even brunch, but the Dark Manhattan and the chicken fried steak and eggs were both quite good. We arrived hungry and exited satisfied. Lovely tiny location; I’d love to return a bit.
… moreMireia Perera
We went on a Friday at 5pm for a dinner date. Our waiter Isar made the evening amazing.
We had the focaccia+humus and the grilled calamari to start (super super tasty!). Then we had the spicy ragú, incredibly good- and the steak frites, a must as well.
I cannot remember the beer my partner got but it was algo very very good.
We didn’t take any pictures because we were so hungry and excited that we finished the food so quick!!
We cannot wait to be back soon!!!
Edit: came back in September for a date, this is my partner’s fav place in Boston. Took a picture this time 🙂 Andrea was a true pleasure of a waitress and we really enjoyed eating in the patio!
… moreWe had the focaccia+humus and the grilled calamari to start (super super tasty!). Then we had the spicy ragú, incredibly good- and the steak frites, a must as well.
I cannot remember the beer my partner got but it was algo very very good.
We didn’t take any pictures because we were so hungry and excited that we finished the food so quick!!
We cannot wait to be back soon!!!
Edit: came back in September for a date, this is my partner’s fav place in Boston. Took a picture this time 🙂 Andrea was a true pleasure of a waitress and we really enjoyed eating in the patio!
Jess Sprouse
Delicious brunch!!! I ate here last Sunday with my daughters, aged 4 and 9. We enjoyed several delicious dishes. Great music, great service, low key vibe. Definitely going back!
Food we ordered starting with favorites first:
Corn beef hash and eggs
New England apple cider donuts
Breakfast sandwich
Yogurt and berries
Farm Benedict with spinach
Yum!
… moreFood we ordered starting with favorites first:
Corn beef hash and eggs
New England apple cider donuts
Breakfast sandwich
Yogurt and berries
Farm Benedict with spinach
Yum!