Every time I'm in downtown Franklin, I do my best to hit up O' Be Joyful. Their drinks are always…read moreoutstanding and the service is great! The room is very narrow, but deep. There is some window seating and a table or two crammed in, but most of the seating is along the very long bar. It gets quite busy, and as a result quite noisy, but it's worth it for the quality of the drinks. I don't get their apps as often, since I'm usually eating at a restaurant downtown when I'm there, but I've had their stuffed jalapenos before, and they're delicious as well! In the photo attached, the bartender made a up a drink for me based on a few that I like. I have no idea what it was, but it hit the spot!

Savannah and Garrett were out of this world servers to me and my friends!…read more I've only been here another time, about 1.5 years ago. and had a cocktail then. my friend this time spoke highly of the chicken tenders, so I hadddd to get them. and man they were delicious, paired with the honey mustard. absolutely out of this world. not too crispy, but just right. for my drink, I wanted a beer. I selected the 3 Floyd's Gumball Head from their beer menu. absolutely pristine. with a peach and grapefruit hint. would 110% get again. overall, a wonderful time here! lovely atmosphere on a Saturday afternoon.

We stopped by JJ's Wine Bar while attending Franklin's Main Street Festival, and it was a great…read morebreak from the heat. We sat on the shaded porch, enjoyed some wine, and watched the festival crowd pass by. We shared the spinach dip and charcuterie board, which paired nicely with the wine. The self-serve dispensers were a fun feature and made it easy to try several different wines with smaller pours instead of committing to a full glass. It was a relaxed and enjoyable stop, and we would gladly return the next time we're in Franklin.

I've only ever had a very solid, nice time at JJ's. They know who they are: old-school, laid-back,…read morereliable, and cozy. There's nothing flashy or attention-grabby about JJ's, no pomp or pretension. In a market that seems saturated with conceptually whacky cocktail and wine bars, I find the simplicity of JJ's refreshing. If it's chilly outside, JJ's invites you to tuck in from the cold and enjoy a board game. On temperate evenings, this is just the place to pull up a chair on the patio and enjoy a beveragino while you people-watch downtown Franklin's historic Main Street. And, just to cover all my bases, if it's grotesquely hot (as it so often is in TN), JJ's affords you the opportunity to drown your sweaty sorrows in a classy manner. Whatever the occasion, no matter the weather, you can count on comfort & consistency at JJ's - and that is worth every star!

This The Regal Room is such a welcome refresh! The drinks are genuinely delicious--well-crafted,…read morebalanced, and clearly made with care. The menu is just as delightful, offering fresh, flavorful options that make you want to come back and try more. The recent makeover gives the space a fresh, modern feel while still keeping it cozy and inviting. Add in the live singers for entertainment, and it creates a great atmosphere for a fun night out or a relaxed evening with friends. What really stood out was the service--attentive, friendly, and thoughtful without ever feeling overbearing. You can tell the staff truly wants guests to have a great experience. Fantastic drinks, great food, enjoyable entertainment, and excellent service--The Regal Room is absolutely worth the visit. Highly recommend!

Love this spot! I've been coming here about 4 years, even before the name/ambiance change, and it's…read moreonly gotten better. The vibe is on point, music's always good, staff is great, and they carry my favorite wine (hard to find!). Always a great time here.

The Pond is a self described dive bar located in a strip mall area in Franklin Tennessee…read more I like to patronize places that aren't chains and aren't super popular spots when I travel, as I enjoy being around common folks in areas that I go to. The Pond doesn't disappoint. It is exactly what one would expect when seeking a dive bar atmosphere. A little ratty, a little rowdy and a whole lot of fun. The coup de grace was they had Guinness on tap, which was completely unexpected. We traveled to Franklin looking for an alternative to Broadway in Nashville on our first night in town. It is worth the trip. Franklin is a very old town with great old architecture and buildings over 200 years old that still look stunning. The Pond was the real reason for my drive down although it was our last stop on our tour of Franklin. The staff was friendly, the Hamburger and fries was delicious, and the beer was cold. They have many options to choose from on tap. They have Darts inside and a couch you'd find down in your friends basement that he found on a tree bank trash day, but that simply adds to the dive bar charm. We stayed for one drink and the burger as we were exhausted from a red eye flight the night before. If you're looking for a dive bar that stays open late and apparently gets packed as the night goes on, this is the spot for you. Most places close early in Franklin, so this is apparently the after hours spot that everyone ends up going to when all other options are closed. The Pond reminded me of a few dive bar spots in Vegas, and I have to recommend you pay them a visit, if for no other reason, just to say you've been there.

Great service and awesome atmosphere , would definitely recommend visiting. The drinks were great…read moreand prices were great.

We had a reservation for 23 people and I can't say enough about how accommodating Tin Roof was…read more They gave us the entire upstairs and Savannah did a fantastic job with 6 different checks. All the food came out hot, fresh and correct and each bill was perfect. I would highly recommend this fun and lively atmosphere for any large party gathering.

Came in to join other Huskers watch the game with the Nashville Husker group…read more Staff was great. Our waitress was great and very friendly. The food looked great but unfortunately we had a big breakfast in Franklin. Very cool decor, I would definitely hang out here if I was local.

We stopped by while waiting for a reservation for another place. Wine was really yummy! Server was…read moresuper attentive. Only issue we had was we were charged for water. We were not told still water did not mean tap, so be careful when ordering! Would like to try the rooftop in the summer.

Really bummed…read more Looked forward to an amazing experience, and this wasn't it. They were about 70% of capacity. No worries. We sat and waited- 10 mins then went to bar and was told "be there in a minute ".....nope Finally- walked over and sat at bar. I clearly am Patrick Swayze...cuz I was a "ghost". Ignored another 15. Finally, a "friend of the owner came over"...explained it was "hard to get help". Really? Not hard to get help when a place is run well and they make money. Sad. Saw so many people get up and leave No need to cue an AI response Too many other options a few feet away

Had lunch here over the weekend and it was good. The place was not busy at all. Our server was good…read moreand really took care of us. They have events during the week and live music that appears to be on Saturdays although I can't confirm if it is on other days. The menu has a variety of items and our server offered some suggestions when we asked. We had the Buffalo Chicken egg rolls and they were delicious. I had the taco pizza flatbread and it was full of flavor with the crust cooked just right. We also had a Buffalo chicken wrap with honey bbq sauce that was spot on. Our table had the smokehouse burger which was a handful and a mess but was very delicious. Any issues we had were fixed immediately. The location has a full bar in the middle and plenty of televisions to watch sports. We will definitely be back!

My husband & I wanted to go out to watch some football & landed at Fozzys & I am so happy we did!…read more Fozzys is a great place to watch a game. I was really pleased that they had the sound on for the game ( bonus)! The atmosphere is really cool and the bar area is huge and has lots of seating. Beware it is usually full. Don't let that deter you there is plenty of seating. I had the Rodeo Burger and my husband had the Smash Burger both were 10/10. Shout out to Madeline our server. She was great! Fozzys sometimes has live music so be sure to check their website. Be sure to put this cool place on your must do list!

Stable Reserve Distillery is knocking it out of the park--amazing atmosphere, stellar service, and…read moredrinks that are absolutely spectacular! I stopped in before a show at the Franklin Theatre across the street (pro tip: if you're headed that way, this is the perfect spot to kick off your night!). I had no clue what to order, so I asked our server for help. She immediately recommended their famous espresso martini. I hesitated because I'm not a fan of olive martinis, but she promised this was completely different and handed me the flavor menu. I went with the Lamplight, caramel option--and BAM! Honestly, it might be the best drink I've ever had. New favorite, locked in! I'll definitely be ordering espresso martinis wherever I see them on the menu now, but if I want a guaranteed winner every time, I know exactly where I'm coming back to. Highly recommend!

Stable Reserve is such a gem in downtown Franklin. We originally stopped in just for a quick drink…read moreand snack as a mid-day reset, but it ended up being one of the highlights of our day. We grabbed one of the small outdoor tables on a warm spring afternoon--perfectly shaded, great temperature, and honestly an ideal people-watching spot. I started with the Black Tie espresso martini. I had my eye on the Sunburnt, but since their espresso martinis typically include dairy (and I'm lactose intolerant), the bartender went above and beyond to accommodate me. They made a dairy-free version of the Black Tie and even added coconut--it was absolutely delicious. Jonathan went with the Summer Mule, which was everything you want in a mule with a tropical twist from the pineapple--light, crisp, and refreshing. But the second round is what completely sold us. Jonathan ordered the Double Oaked Old Fashioned--we were warned it was high proof and spirit-forward, which is exactly our style. It did not disappoint. I went with the Tea Time Old Fashioned, made with tea-infused whiskey, and it was everything I hoped for: reminiscent of a sweet tea bourbon, but more bourbon-forward and not overly sweet. Both drinks were dangerously good--we finished them way too quickly. They were unfortunately out of cheese for the charcuterie board, so we pivoted to the "Main Stream Mix" of nuts. Jonathan's official review: "underrated." Honestly, he's right--it was super flavorful and weirdly addictive for a nut mix. The staff were incredibly friendly, and there was even live music playing inside. It was the perfect volume--more of a background vibe than a full performance--so we could easily carry on a conversation without having to shout over it, which made the experience even better. Overall, such a great experience--we wouldn't hesitate to come back!