This is a cute restaurant on the Main Street through New Hope. Lots of great people watching. The food, however leaves something to be desired. We started with the buffalo wings (extra blue cheese will cost you 50 cents). They were so fatty!!! I had to spit out most of them. The chicken salad sandwich was very dry and the bread a bit stale. My husband said his steak wrap was good but very small. Service was very good. I want to like this place but I think if we visit again, we'll just get drinks. read more

Fran's Pub - Buffalo wings - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

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Fran's pub on the main drag of New Hope is mainly noted for its big open seating area that is very popular in warmer weather. Built onto the front of a smaller building it has an enclosed seating area for cooler weather or for when you just don't want to sit under the sun and a more traditional darker bar area in the back if that is more to your style. Fran's major draw, in a town filled with fine dining, is that it is a place you can just grab a burger or a sandwich or a pizza. There's nothing wrong with the dining scene in New Hope but there are times you just want something simple. The prices are fair and the portions are generous. My wife and I were there for lunch midweek. I had an appetizer of bacon wrapped shrimp and expected a few small shrimp, instead I got some large good size fish well wrapped with a tangy dipping sauce. I loved it. For our 'main course I had the steak sandwich and my wife had a calzone. And here taste comes into it. The steak sandwich had hot peppers in it and they were too hot for me, as in inedible. Still I was not prepared to abandon lunch and after using a knife to pluck out some of them I was left with a very nice, and edible, sandwich. The meat was well cooked and as I said the portions were generous, just use caution in ordering. I'm not sure Fran's is the place I'd think of for a romantic Tet-a-Tet but when you've been enjoying new Hope and want food that is good, fair priced and relaxed. no problem. read more

The one good thing that was good about this place was our server. We ordered the shrimp cocktail, cheese steak and fries and Fran's chopped salad with grilled chicken. The grilled chicken was tasteless and didn't seem grilled at all. The lettuce was bitter, the fries were pretty good. The cheesesteak was also mediocre. My water was very refreshing. I am sure the beer is cold. I hope our visit was just a fluke, and maybe you will have a better meal here. read more

Fran's Pub - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

The food here was great. We ordered a pizza and the Mac and cheese which was delicious. The place was very crowded and none of the workers were wearing masks which made me feel very uncomfortable. The water here is gross I will say. It's definitely straight up tap water I couldn't drink it. Prices were great for the portion read more

Fran's Pub - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

After visiting New Hope many times over the years, this was the first time I ever visited Fran's. In the summer the place is packed and a lot of bikers visit the place (not that that's necessarily bad, just not my crowd.) But we went there in January and it was one of the few places that had affordable food and looked like it was populated by locals, which is usually a good sign. We had a decent lunch and our server was very nice. The salad I had was nothing special, but the soup was OUTRAGEOUSLY good. It was supposed to be beef barley, but instead it had polish sausage, potatoes and zucchini. I didn't complain because it was so stinking GOOD! The dining room is in the front and has windows on 3 sides, so it's good for people watching. The bar is in the rear and the patio is open during warm weather and for special events. read more

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My family and I have been coming here since kids were small 12 years and the photos to prove it. Went for our first evening ever. We get there, everyone was nice, we sat at our table, ordered the food, which included 2 pizzas. Then a few minutes later the waitress comes back and said, "the guy that makes the pizza left for the night and didn't tell anyone". I was confused because it was only 6:45pm. And the chef left without telling anyone. Never had that happen before, especially when there where a few hours left until closing. Not gonna knock the business because we love the place. Just think there should always be communication with waiting staff. Especially if it means that entire part of the kitchen is closed, but not scheduled to be. First time for everything right... we'll stick to going on Saturday afternoons. read more

Sure is an adorable and charming town. And the folks at this place have some yummy looking food. Folks clean their plates . I enjoyed just bevs but I would most definitely come back here and have read more

Fran's Pub - Perfect temps - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

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Main Street in New Hope is known for its electic mix of shops, perfect for a stroll on a warm summer afternoon. There are a few restaurants scattered in and Fran's is among the biggest. Eight of us were grabbing an early dinner and there weren't too many places that could jam two tables together to accommodate, so off to Fran's. While the staff is helpful and friendly and the prices fair, the food could use a serious lift. Much of the menu is devoted to bar fare (fried bites, sandwiches, burgers) and pizzas. Growing up and living just outside NYC, you develop a discriminating taste for pizza. Fran's wasn't terrible, but wound up too doughy and swimming in grease. A southwest chicken wrap didn't fare much better, with grilled chicken paired with cold supermarket cheddar shreds, a bit of lettuce, avocado, and raw jalapeno slices. Not the worst wrap I've had, but there are better choices in New Hope read more

Get spot for lunch! Came here for chicken tenders and fries really good. Pizza wasn't bad either. American burger was cooked up right! Taco salad with chicken also pretty good. Would recommend for lunch or dinner if in the are! Waitress was also very nice! read more

Fran's Pub - Chicken tenders - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

Frans is the first restaurant I have ever been to in my life that charges you more for getting a double versus a single. My friend paid $10.50 for 2 singles rum and cokes. I paid $22 for 2 double rum and cokes. When I talked to the waiter about it he said it was just double the price of a single, which it was not (would be $21). When he returned with my bill the manager somehow tried to justify it by talking about the mixer. I went to two other bars right down the street the same night where the double was cheaper than just doubling the single price. Not a huge deal over $1 but I don't want to know what other shadey things they're doing with pricing. Won't be going back. read more

So I knew of this place through my job. I had been dying to come here for a while and boy howdy am I glad that I did! The staff here are so welcoming and nice! We came around 11:45am and it was pleasantly quite this Sunday. Everything was sanitized and while here different staff members of the staff were keeping things clean. The bacon wrapped scallops were to DIE FOR OH MY GOODNESS!! The in house sauce for them just-- heaven. Definitely making this place a tradition for my younger sister and myself every year. read more

Fran's Pub - Stromboli had the MOST satisfying crunch and gooiest cheese. Help, we will be going into a food coma. - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

My fiancé and I were in New Hope for a birthday weekend and our Airbnb was a few doors down from this pub. I can't speak highly enough of this place. If you like local bars with character, solid food (grab a bar pie!), and a bit of personality this place is for you. The only thing we enjoyed more than the place itself was the people who run it. Incredibly kind people with no shortage of good conversations. We will be back, hopefully many times. read more

In this morning to take the edge off after a rough night. Anthony at the outside bar. Not very friendly, asked his name and he looked at me like I was weird for asking. If he had greeted me and introduced himself I wouldn't have had to ask. Seems like he's just waking up but either way he's not very welcoming. read more

Fran's Pub - Cosmo...excellent btw! - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

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I've been coming here for years and it consistently impressed me. Fries food is always great. The pizza is some of the best in New Hope. They have indoor and outdoor seating. They have a pool table. They have an outdoor bar. They're incredibly biker friendly. And the beer is great. It's an absolute must in New Hope, and the fact that it took me this long to give a review is a shame. Love it. read more

Extremely disappointed with the food and service. Ordered the nachos to start without olives because i'm allergic and they came out with olives on it. No problem, let the server know and he takes them back. They looked kinda okay but honestly the chips were greasy and soggy, like someone literally just microwaved them and as I was eating them and pulling them apart there was still olives underneath the layers of chips.. I also got a turkey BLT wrap which I couldn't even eat because as I noticed I was eating something I'm allergic to i immediately got nauseous. Safe to say I've been pretty sick all day. Had high hopes for the place but got really let down. 1/10 don't recommend. read more

Just a laid back enjoyable time. Been here several times and always had fun kicking. Nacho chips for all read more

Fran's Pub - a plate of food and drinks - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

After the bartender Brandon reached out allow me to teach you on simple bartending 101. 1 shot equals 2oz so 2×2=4oz. So one 2 Oz shot of Jamison and one 2oz. Shot of vanilla vodka plus a whole can of pbr coffee could not in itself fit in two 2oz. Shot glasses therefor overcharging a customer was committed. Secondly it doesn't matter if your friends were 80 percent of the bar every customer should be attended to. You don't know how to make drinks. You attitude reflects on your service. Good luck in life read more

Chicken tenders were good. Food is decent. Service is efficient. Ambience issss....casual! Not great, not terrible.

Went to dinner on Tuesday night. All you can eat crab legs. Meat is very tender and does not stick to the shell. Which means it is fresh, not frozen. Great !!!!!! read more

Service was okay, she seemed like she was forcing herself to friendly and it showed. Oh yea how could I forget... there was a hair in my fried calamari read more

Fran's Pub - Y'all see that? Yup that's someone's hair inside my fried calamari... - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

I would solidly recommend more Madison the bartender and definitely add a jukebox to the outdoor bar.

Although New Hope is a dog friendly town, dog lovers stay away from Frans's Pub. Instead, try John and Peter's Place a few steps away and who allow dogs on the premises. Our experience with Fran's over the years was dogs allowed on the premises. Currently our experience is Fran's pet policy changes from week to week. Back during the Shad Fest in April we arrived at Fran's with our small dog in tow only to be told no dogs allowed on the patio. Several weeks later we returned (without the dog) only to see dogs on the patio. Several weeks ago we were back at Fran's sitting at a table next to the outside bar and a patron had his dog laying down next to him at a bar stool. Other patrons came by and pet the dog in full view of the manager, the same manager who turned us away back in April. The same manager who had no problem with the dog there now and who subsequently engaged us in conversation about his two dogs he had at home. We returned to Fran's this past Monday with our dog and again we're told no dogs allowed. We were told this by the same manager who turned us away in April but who had within recent weeks no problem with the dog laying down at the outside bar. I recommend those venturing to New Hope with their dog that they not go to Frans, but instead go to John and Peter's Place that allow dogs. Oh, and their wings are better too. read more

I can't speak for anyone else but I thought this place was great. As one person said as they walked by, "this place has a great vibe". We showed up around 6:30pm on a Friday night. We got seated right away. My wife and I grabbed a table near the sidewalk. We told Jake, our server, that we were kid-less; so we were enjoying the night. Normally a server would get us a drink and disappear, but Jake constantly came back throughout the evening to see if we needed anything. He was always super polite and cheerful. We ordered some drinks, apps, and dinner. I got mozzarella sticks and a cheesesteak. Both were really good. Music was great; some nice 90's rock. We had a wonderful evening. I would definitely go back. read more

We were a large group of women having lunch here prior to a show at the Bucks County playhouse. One of the women from our group was not served with everyone else. We told the waiter twice and twice we were told it be a minute. When we were all finished eating, the waiter brought her meal with curt, "Sorry about that". She asked that her meal be taken off the bill. This was denied by the waiter so she asked for the manager. She was hungry so she started eating and "Manager" stated can't take it off the bill cause you're eating it. She had to eat after everyone else had finished and no compensation was offered. Not even to not charge her for her coffee. Nothing. Very Bad customer service. I would never recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting New Hope read more

Great location, awful food. It's ok I guess, if you're ok going out and getting a low quality frozen burger. They don't even bother putting a slice of lettuce and tomato on your plate. I'd go back and have a beer on the patio, but I won't eat there again. read more

I was in New Hope with my daughter and parents and we decided to stop here to eat. We sat down and were give our menus by a waitress. We waited about another 20 minutes before we were acknowledged again. The waitress that finally did acknowledge us was very apologetic. She claimed that there was a shift change and that was how the confusion happened, however the same waitress that handed us the menus and walked away was still there when the second waitress approached us. The only saving grace was how nice the second waitress was and the fact that the food was delicious. read more

Only thing it's good for is out door seating Never had a good meal here my friends insist on coming here drinks are drinks staff is friendly But my review comes on the heals of today I guess I have no luck this weekend with eating out i order a Caesar salad and half way through I find hair in it ! Took every ounce of energy not to vomit I informed the waitress she took it off my bill but not 10 mins before that my buddies wings had hair on that! I mean come on! That is insane !!! Food is subpar staff is friendly and only thing it's good for is an out door drink I personally don't like going here by the way Wings are frozen wings not fresh wings I can buy them in the frozen sector of shop rite ... huge disappointment!!! And gross. I rather go to the brewery or Moo up the block for a good meal. read more

I've had better meals in high school cafeterias. I stopped by Fran's (http://www.franspub.com/) on July 4th for a burger and was very disappointed in the food and service, considering the positive reviews here. After a long drive from New Jersey, I was craving a cold drink and a juicy burger. I ordered a "New Orleans" burger served medium with bacon, hot peppers, and cayenne pepper.. what I received was an overcooked burger, with the consistency and taste of a hockey puck and served with with some cold french fries, wilted lettuce, bacon and mushrooms. I don't like mushrooms, so I picked them off, but I was really craving my hot peppers, some mustard, and a refill on my drink. I tried to flag down the waitress to complain but she had disappeared. When the waitress returned about 20 minutes later to drop off the check, I mentioned that I was disappointed because my burger hadn't been what I ordered, she replied, "Oh, sometimes that happens. Sorry." I try to be a low maintenance customer because I know serving is hard work -- but getting the correct order is a very basic expectation. That being said, as others have noted, it's a great place to toss back a few cold beers and watch the motorcycles go up and down Main Street -- but, on this particular Saturday afternoon, I noticed more polo shirt-clad yuppies drinking Landshark and Corona than leather-clad bikers beneath Fran's shaded tables. read more

Do not solicit this restaurant. Food was average and service was poor at best! Staff is not welcoming and does not seem to value your business. read more

Salad was fine. Husband got some shrimp noodle dish he said the noodles were sticky and gross, he left it. So one star for that but most of all one star when we left the girl said with an attitude to put a mask on to walk OUTSIDE where we dined from the table up the front. Made no sense. I audibly said it was stupid and got mean mugged by another sheep who worked there. Some people have zero common sense. read more

Frans is a must stop in New Hope / it's a family own business and a hot spot for bikers! This place is welcoming and the pizza is brick oven with that hint of smoke taste - Friday night favorite! read more

Mac n cheese w prime rib - watery and no flavor Fried calamari - no flavor The looks of the restaurant looks really good but the food sucks read more

Loved Fran's chopped salad. The mango lime dressing to die for. All the elements such as cubed fresh mozzarella, bacon, avocado, and hard boiled egg worked together. The sliced chicken tasted pre-packed or I would have added another star. read more

My memory is slightly foggy since it's been over a year since coming here, so bear with me. I don't quite remember the interior's atmosphere because we were seated towards the front of the restaurant in a room full of wide windows. I do remember it was very empty albeit it being lunchtime. I did enjoy the food here. You will find your typical pub fare here. I personally ordered the macaroni and cheese and shared an order of buffalo wings with my boyfriend. Thought the mac and cheese was baked nicely on the skillet and the wings were nice and tender and oh so saucey (in the most perfect way possible). The only weird part about this dining experience was that they didn't provide us with real silverware. We had plastic forks and knives to work with. Not a dealbreaker, but a bit odd considering it is a restaurant, not counter service. Maybe they were just having issues with the dishwasher. Anyway, if you're looking for a simple meal in a relaxed environment, this place would do it! read more

Fran's Pub - American Near Me - New Hope, Pennsylvania

We really enjoyed an afternoon here. It was nice enough to sit outside and the staff was very friendly. We were looking for a bite and some beers just to relax. The pub and the people fit that vibe. Food was good and plentiful, as were the drinks. We'll be back. read more

There is nothing better then sitting outside on a nice night and watch the foot traffic in a cute little River town and eat dinner. Fran's is one of the most chill places in New Hope Pa. Andrew was our server tonight and was so sweet and patient. He answered all our menu questions and quickly got anything we needed to complete our visit. Burger and fries were great and my daughter got a white pie read more

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I can not say what food is like at Fran's, as I usually eat next door at the BBQ joint or somewhere else and end up here fro a drink. I love to come here and just spend a few hours talking smack about the people passing by or watching a game. My husband and I end up at the tiki looking bar on the outside most of the time instead of getting a table and there is always a lively crowd there taking shots or already fueled up on alcohol from a day in New Hope. The parking in this area is not terrible, and if not it is an easy walking distance from a few of the lots. The location is prime for bar hopping in the area and on a good day for getting a tan while you drink. Drink prices are about $5, but they are also pretty watered down, so make sure to order wisely. Maybe one day I will try something on the menu..... read more

This is the most disgusting establishment I've ever set foot in. Disrespectful staff. Horrible food. Truly one of the most disappointing experiences I've ever had. DO NOT GO TO THIS RESTAURANT. DO NOT GIVE THEM YOUR MONEY. Go home and microwave fish you caught in a sewage pipe. It will be better. read more

The wife and I tried to stop in for a couple drinks but were told we had to order food in order to get a drink. Neither one of us were hungry and im not going to buy food and waste it just so I can have a beer. As we were walking out the classless waitress YELLED at me to put a mask on...even though we were outside and not near ANY people. As I held my mask over my nose and mouth she screamed like a maniac "not good enough put it on, put it on" from at least 30-40 feet away. There was only about 4 or 5 occupied tables who all stopped to see what the screaming was about. As we reached the sidewalk she was still screaming. This time something about being unemployed.... IF I WAS THE MANAGER I WOULD HAVE FIRED HER IMMEDIATELY !!! You dont scream at anyone like that, let alone a customer. WE WILL NEVER GO THERE AGAIN. read more

If you enjoy luke warm pink raw chicken, flat drinks out of paper cups, paper towels for napkins and Customer service the likes of kids running a lemonade stand, Fran's pub is for you! When you first sit down, you are greeted by the fresh smell of garbage and spoiled milk. The cold rusty chairs truly give your back and butt the extra stiffness and pain you have been longing for. The dim lighting really brings out the sparkle of the paper plates you eat your cold, undercooked and overpriced "meal" off of as your flat beverage leaks through the paper cup onto your table. For desert, the manager will scream obscenities at you while he comps the table next to yours order because you kindly told him the food is inedible! So, if you love terrible food, horrific customer service, terrible food, managers yelling at you, terrible food and terrible food... Fran's is for you! read more