We actually hadn't planned on coming here! We had dinner at another restaurant nearby but left…read morestill hungry, so we decided to stop into Cork & Cow on a whim and I'm so glad we did! Even though they were busy, the two sweet hostesses managed to get us seated right away at the bar. The bartenders were incredibly friendly and made the whole experience even better. I ordered the chicken Caesar salad, and my husband got the dry-aged ribeye. Everything was AMAZING. The steak was cooked perfectly, and even the Caesar salad was one of those dishes that was simple but just really, really good. We finished with the crème brûlée for dessert, which was also wonderful. Such a great experience from start to finish, especially considering we walked in without planning ahead. Great food, great service, and such a nice atmosphere. We would 100% come back!

When we first walked in we loved the vibe of the restaurant and decided to sit at the bar. When we…read morefirst sat down the bartender was very attentive and friendly. As time went on we noticed it started taking longer to get his attention. Not once were we asked if we wanted another drink and we sat at the bar for over 2 hours. We did eat dinner which was pretty good. I ordered the NY strip with truffle butter and I didn't think it was the best steak I've ever had but it was pretty good. I would order again. My mom ordered the steak frites. It was good, but she didn't like the peppercorn sauce. I think if that's your thing it would be good but it just wasn't her taste preference. We also got a side of broccoli gratin. Very good. Cheese and broccoli... what's not to like? Overall I would say I had a decent experience. I'd like to go again and maybe try something else and sit at a table.

Came here on a sweltering day for lunch with a coworker & client, who we'll call Dennis because…read morethat was his name. Culamar is drenched in natural light and decorated simply - nothing too loud or busy about the place, thus perfect for a working lunch. The menu was odd and we all struggled to understand the categories it was broken up into. Each item read as a series of arbitrarily listed ingredients. Our (half asleep, disinterested) waitress informed us the dishes were, in majority, "tapas style", a term I find exhaustingly passé. I began to dream of restaurants down the road we could have selected, but we were here and we must stay the course! I had to keep it together for Dennis. We ordered 6 dishes for the three of us to share, and you know what? They were all excellent. Really such outstanding bites. I was stunned by how much I enjoyed the beef carpaccio, the calamari was the best I've ever had (amazing tempura fry!), the Gnuddi (basically a massive gnocchi) in browned butter and crisp sage was a pillowy delight. In spite of my initial concerns -- the hiccups of a confusing menu and our less-than-energetic waitress -- we all left with pleased palates.

We were hoping to sit on the rooftop, but unfortunately it was raining, so we ate inside. The…read morerestaurant wasn't necessarily that busy, but because the space is really tight, it definitely felt busy and a little cramped. Service was also a bit slow. The food itself was absolutely delicious. The bread was AMAZING and honestly one of the highlights. We also ordered the oysters, beef carpaccio, and duck, and everything tasted incredible. My biggest complaint is the price for the portion sizes. I really don't mind spending money on a nice dinner, but every dish we ordered was gone in what felt like less than a minute. Everything tasted amazing, but for the amount of food you actually get, I just couldn't justify the prices. We actually left and ended up going to another restaurant afterward because we were still hungry, which was pretty disappointing considering how much we had just spent. Overall, the food was delicious, but between the extremely small portions, high prices, tight space, and slower service, it just wasn't worth it for us. I'm glad we tried it, but I wouldn't go back.

Beautiful food...excellent service...it's always our go to for Italian when shopping downtown…read moreFranklin. The restaurant is small so you almost always need a reservation. Parking is a paid spot so I recommend parking on a nearby street. Their pastas and pizzas are amazing and wine selection is delicious. We really have never had a bad meal and there is outside dining for cool nights.

I've eaten at Culaccino several times over the past few years. Always enjoyed it. However, this…read morelast visit left a lot to be desired. We had the mussels, which used to be excellent, but this time they were terrible - dry, chewy, with very little broth that was orange and tasted strongly of curry. I had a pizza that was ok. Lamb sausage, but it was really mediocre. I would not order again. My friend had the gnocchi with ragú and she also found it mediocre and not well prepared. In addition, we waited nearly an hour for our food to come out after ordering. A nearby table seated after us ordered, ate, paid & left before we got our food. Wait staff was not very cordial. We won't be back, unfortunately. It makes me sad because it used to be such a great restaurant. Also, not a fan of how the outdoor seating area changed.

If you're thinking about eating here, make sure you have reservations! We came on a Tuesday to…read morecelebrate my Mom's 90th birthday, and the place was packed! We arrived a little early so we could sit at the bar and enjoy an Old Fashioned before the rest of the guests arrived. It's a classic, old-school bar with so much character! Once we got to our table, we were greeted with some warm, toasty bread to get things started. For an appetizer, we ordered the Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail. The shrimp were large, and the cocktail sauce was perfect! Now, here's a must: Order the salad bar! It's legendary! For my entrée, I went with my usual Filet Oskar, sooo good and cooked to perfection! Others in our group had the filet and the fish, and everyone loved their meals. Since it was Mom's 90th birthday, she had the Peppermint Ice Cream, which is her favorite! And here's the really sweet part. Our waitress, Sylvia, noticed that I had birthday candles sitting off to the side. Without saying a word, she discreetly came behind me, took the candles, and put them on Mom's ice cream! Then they worked their magic. They came to the table, took a few pictures, and gave us the photos in a little paper frame to take home. What a wonderful memory from such a special birthday! And back to Sylvia, she was amazing! She was incredibly attentive throughout the entire meal, helped us while ordering, kept our water glasses filled, and always greeted us with her beautiful smile. This is why Sperry's is legendary, the food is great, but the service is what makes the experience truly special! If you're celebrating a special occasion, or you just want to have an amazing meal with amazing service, what are you waiting for? Get your reservation in! Cheers!

We tried the belle meade location and loved it, so we decided to try the cool springs location this…read moretime, and it was wonderful as well. We always get the jumbo lump crab cakes for our appetizer because they are the absolute best! For our drinks we got the vodka martini with blue cheese olives, and an old fashioned. Both are great! For our lunch we got the Reuben with shoestring fries, and the Cajun grilled mahi sandwiche with sweet potato fries. Both were terrific. We were both way too full to get dessert this time around. Our service was spectacular as usual and the atmosphere is similar to the belle meade location. We loved everything about it and we can't wait to go back.

Recently just came back with my boyfriend to celebrate him finally being off call for work after 31…read moredays. He said he wanted a steak and some wine and we got both! Ambiance was nice as always. Not too loud but was pretty busy. We had maybe a 5 minute wait once we checked in for our reservation. Our server was the sweetest on a Saturday evening and she was so knowledgeable about their different wine options. He asked her to pick a good red wine that was middle of the road and her option blew him away. It was very good. I got a red sangria and was pleased with it, I prefer mine to be sweeter though. Their bread was delicious as always, crab dip was very good! Wish I had more. Their Caesar was much larger than expected so we shared it but it was good. I opted for the filet medallions Oscar (not pictured) which was good and ordered them medium. Honestly they weren't cooked consistently at all but still very good. Some pretty rare and maybe one out of 4 were actually medium. The ones too undercooked I just took home and ate the next day with eggs. Wish it came with a little more asparagus though. Whipped potatoes are very good! Overall enjoyed my time here and after all: two glasses of wine, two sangrias, bone in ribeye, Caesar, au gratin potatoes, filet medallions Oscar, whipped potatoes and crab dip we had a bill of around $225.

This was our first time coming here for brunch, and it was a great experience overall. Our group…read moreended up ordering a mix of items, some from the brunch menu and others from the regular menu, which gave us a good feel for the variety they offer. I went with the filet mignon, paired with a baked potato and a wedge salad. The steak was cooked perfectly and had great seasoning--definitely the highlight of my meal. The baked potato was massive and tasty, though it could have used a little more butter and sour cream to really take it over the top. Service was excellent throughout. The staff was very attentive, consistently refilling water glasses and checking in to see if anyone wanted another mimosa, which added to the relaxed brunch vibe. All in all, a solid first brunch visit. Good food, great service.

Great service by Alex at the bar. Lots of regulars spread around the bar area...definitely fills up…read morefast! A bit darker than I prefer, but my eyes finally adjusted. Decent happy hour. House wine is $7 for a 9 oz pour. Tito martini is $9. Yummy ahi tuna tacos for $10. Fantastic ahi tuna stack for $18. This could feed two people! Awesome lobster/crab bisque for a mere $7. Lunches menu goes until 4 pm. Parking seems plenty. It's located at the end of Cool Springs Mall.

Had a wonderful experience here and definitely plan to be back. We showed up 20 minutes before our…read morereservation and they were able to seat us even though it was quite busy. Server could not have been kinder. Almost too nice, to the point of it being annoying, but he was genuine so it made it better. We got the firecracker shrimp for the table which were addictive! Perfect crunch, not too much breading, and great spice level. Crab cakes had huge chunks of lump meat, you got what you paid for. The dipping sauce they came with was quite nice. Brussels sprouts... hands down THE BEST I'VE EVER HAD. I want the recipe. I don't know how to describe them, but sweet and salty, good char, a little heat, tender inside, melt in your mouth. Caesar salad as fine, but just a typical one, nothing great about it. Dressing tasted bottled and the croutons were lacking, but it wasn't bad. My dad enjoyed the burger. Clean inside, nice decor. 9/10 experience. Expensive, but worth it for what you received.

Service and food was amazing. The drinks were okay and the devil eggs were deliciousread more

A few updates - always start dinner with bacon and eggs. Well, it's referred to as "deviled eggs &…read moresugar bacon" on the menu. Perfectly sharable. Comes with jalapeno hot sauce - don't be shy, it's more slightly tangy than spicy and it perfects the delicious deviled eggs. Appreciate that they're generous with the glazed bacon. Wife loves the little gem salad. It's a bit light for dinner; she cleans her plate. Special of fish and chips - sounded wonderful, but they were out of the fish shortly after 5:30pm - what? It must have been a carry over from the previous evening is all I can imagine. Anyway, if it's on the daily specials, order as soon as you see it! Loud, bustling, it's a popular place, be sure to reserve ahead (of sit at the beautiful bar, that works for a lot of folks as well).

Had a great girls' night out at 1799 Cocktail Bar & Kitchen! We started with the Midnight Sun and…read moreGarden Party cocktails--both were delicious and well crafted. For starters, we ordered the oysters with mignonette and the ricotta with poached peaches, which was especially good. The combination of the creamy ricotta and sweet poached peaches was a standout. For entrées, I had the Parmesan-crusted grouper, which was cooked perfectly and had great flavor. One friend ordered the Koji ribeye, topped with mushrooms, and said it was delicious. Another ordered the petit filet Oscar, along with sides of au gratin potatoes and creamed spinach. Our waiter,Riley, was knowledgeable about food and cocktails and gave us some great recommendations. Service was attentive and personable. The Manager also came and checked in with us and was very funny man. Overall, a great spot for cocktails, dinner, and catching up with friends so I would definitely come back!

We enjoyed another amazing meal at 1799 this week. As always, it was a wonderful experience--but…read morelately it feels like the restaurant has been elevated even further. I'm guessing that's due in part to Maverick, the General Manager, who seems genuinely committed to excellence. We actually came back this week because we realized we'd enjoyed our meal so much during our last visit that we forgot to take photos for our review. Believe it or not, we nearly forgot again! I rarely eat bread, but I always make an exception for the Spent Grain Loaf. Paired with the unbelievably fresh butter and flaky sea salt, it's one of my favorite things on the menu. My husband ordered the Prawn Cocktail. I'm allergic to shrimp, so I couldn't try it myself, but he said it was outstanding. I usually order the Koji Ribeye, but this time my husband claimed it first, so I ventured out and ordered the Alaskan Halibut with hash brown crust, orange vinaigrette, and watercress. It was absolutely delicious. My favorite side remains the Roasted Carrots with Leiper's Fork honey and tarragon--they're incredible. We finished with the Carrot Cake. It's less sweet than the version served at another well-known Franklin restaurant, which I actually prefer. The flavors are more nuanced, and the crunchy shredded carrot on top adds the perfect texture. The food was, as always, exceptional. We were fortunate to have Jeff Paul as our server again. He's knowledgeable, attentive, and strikes that perfect balance of being available without ever being intrusive. That said, we've honestly never had anything but excellent service at 1799. Maverick stopped by our table and was warm, engaging, and genuinely interested in making sure every guest had a memorable experience. It's clear he takes great pride in the restaurant, and it shows in every aspect of the dining experience. 1799 continues to be one of our favorite restaurants in Franklin, and we can't wait for our next visit. -Wendy & Ben Ellis

Food Tried the steak skewers and duck fat fries and really…read moreenjoyed both. Hanger steak cooked to a perfect mid rare, was very moist and flavorful. The duck fat fries are really addictive and truffle aioli pairs well with them. Also had a chance to try their ranch and that was tasty and did leave that sour taste like store bought ranch. Service Exceptional! Sat at the bar and was immediately greeted. Had the time to relax for a bit and review the menu with no rush to order. Able to accommodate food allergies and had the food brought out quickly. Amibiance Bright, inviting and a nice view of the lake. PLENTY of seating all around. The public house is behind the pizza spot so keep that in mind when heading in. It's nice to be able to look out at the lake and the green area before getting to the restaurant. Would I go back? Absolutely! Want to try many other items on the menu like the lemon pepper calamari, shishito peppers, and the smoked sausage.

Great vibes and good food. This place is so busy, we had a reservation and it took us a little to…read morebe seated. So I would recommend coming on a night you're comfortable just going with the flow. Otherwise our waitress was great and the food was good! Their outdoor patio is beautiful and we had a great view of the sunset! Definitely would come back for drinks and apps with friends to sit outside by the fire pits!

A Wonderful Experience at J. Alexander's After Leaving Bonefish Grill…read more After leaving Bonefish Grill, I considered stopping at Red Lobster, but there was only one car in the parking lot. Across the street, I noticed J. Alexander's, where about 15 people were walking out smiling, and the parking lot was still fairly full for 8:45 PM. That was enough to convince me to give it a try. I walked in and was greeted immediately by the host, seated right away in a booth, and within 30 seconds, my waiter came over to ask what I would like to drink. The service was attentive and welcoming from the moment I arrived. I ordered the crab cake, which was what I had originally planned to get at Bonefish Grill, and I have to say it was one of the best crab cakes I've ever eaten. It came with a choice of coleslaw and fries, or I could substitute an amazing tomato salad. The tomato salad was simple, elegant, and delicious. I placed my order at 8:51 PM, and by 9:15 PM, my food arrived fresh, hot, and unbelievably delicious. If you're thinking about dinner, avoid Bonefish Grill and Red Lobster and make your way to J. Alexander's instead. You won't regret it. Everyone was friendly, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was phenomenal. After the disappointing experience I had at Bonefish Grill, J. Alexander's was exactly what I was hoping for: great service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. When you come please ask Derry he is amazing!!!

This is one of our favorite local spots. The food is consistently good, which makes sense since…read morethey're part of the same restaurant group as a few other upscale places nearby. The crowd and waitlist speak for themselves. We called for Father's Day reservations right when they opened and actually had several time slots to choose from. The atmosphere is nice--dim lighting and an open kitchen. The staff helps each other out, so our glasses never ran dry and we didn't have to ask for anything. I got the Steak Maui--a marinated ribeye with pineapple teriyaki--and it came with mashed potatoes that were really good too. My daughter and I shared the house salad with their vinaigrette dressing, which we both liked. My husband and daughter both ordered the New York Strip and were happy with their meals as well.