After seeing "hidden" bars on TikTok, we finally got introduced to one! We left dinner at Cork &…read moreCow and the bartender showed us where the entry way was for the bar. It's behind Mellow Mushroom. You go down a hall and when it ends,pizza place to right and there is a door to the left. Look back in hallway and there is an electrical box. Open that and flip the switch for the green light to come on. The door opens and a very welcoming hostess lets you in. It's not a huge place but plenty of room to sit or stand and hang out with friends. We got there a little early so we grabbed 2 seats at the bar. This is where the magic happens. The bartenders there are talented mixologists. Dave was so nice and helpful. He taught me a Pina Colada is supposed to be on the rocks. It was fabulous! I also had 2 of the holiday drinks that were delicious. By far the best place to go for great cocktails. They also have a small and reasonably priced snack/bar food menu. Just an experience. It should be a must on the top of the to do list.

Find the gray electric box with the Frankenstein switch to enter. The door opens and you feel like…read moreyou've gone back in time. Jazzy vibes. In house created cocktails will creative names and flavors. My daughter and I tried 4 different cocktails and all were good. The only thing negative is that I did see the bartender use sparkling water to top off several of our drinks which did dilute them slightly. The food was odd...I was expecting a traditional buffalo chicken dip but instead it was cold. It's a fun time and something unique to do if in Franklin, TN.

Back again, and this time I brought the family! Thank you for another great experience…read more In my first review, I mentioned using clear ice, and you definitely delivered this time. The ice was crystal clear, check out the pictures! It made an already excellent Old Fashioned absolutely perfect. We also tried a variety of food, including the soft pretzel bites, artichoke dip with chips, and Loaded Brisket skins. Everything was flavorful and hit the spot. Our server was amazing! If you live in Franklin or are just visiting, this is a great place to stop in. Enjoy some fantastic live music while sipping on a top-notch Leiper's Fork whiskey.

Every BIT of this place is perfect Appetizers delicious…read more Service outstanding. We did get someone else's appetizer- and got charged for it but heck man it was good and oopsie! bless em

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

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.

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!

My friend and I stopped in to extend our evening after dinner. We didn't realize they close at 9pm,…read morebut we were still able to enjoy two drinks before closing. She ordered and I tasted the Lunchbox based on the bartender's recommendation and really enjoyed it as it was strong, well-balanced, and flavorful. I chose the Back in the Saddle, which leaned a bit sweeter and creamier than my personal taste, but that's more a preference thing than a flaw. The vibe is relaxed and inviting overall. As closing time approached, things understandably felt a bit more hurried, but we still appreciated the atmosphere and the quality of the drinks. A nice spot for a casual nightcap, just plan to arrive a little earlier than closing. They were turning several groups away around 8:30+ on a Monday night, but it's Franklin, not Nashville - things wrap up early here.

My son and I enjoyed an early Dinner here last Thursday…read more We both really enjoyed our meal. The service was outstanding! It feels very modern yet cozy. I will definitely return!

Exceptional food, intriguing selection and quality you could taste in everything that came to our…read moretable. Their charcuterie menu was extensive and surprisingly affordable. The honey goat cheese was especially amazing. Not pretentious at all, just authentically good. Although it's a strip-mall space the design was comfortable and elegant. We had dinner and will be repeat customers. The service was excellent and everyone that served us did it with such care you got the impression everyone on staff was an owner. We're also planning on trying their happy hour menu served 3-6 pm M-F.

I wanted to give a huge shout-out to Cory at 1799 Kitchen and Bar for his exceptional service. His…read moreattentiveness was top-tier, but what truly stood out was hearing the story of how he joined the team. His genuine appreciation for the opportunity to work there shines through in every interaction. Between the fantastic cocktails, the music, and the delicious food, it was a stellar evening. A sincere thank you to Michelle Begley for your time and for fostering such a high standard of hospitality! Follow me on Instagram - @thecannyadventurist for a deeper dive into my reviews.

We came here for a client meeting and was instantly wowed by the ambiance when walking through the…read morehotel lobby. We were seated in a very comfortable booth that had tons of table space. My colleague and I noticed they had a control with green chartreuse in the mix so we had to have the mixologist make us a green chartreuse cocktail. The taste was phenomenal! For starters (because we were all starving), we ordered the fondue and the seafood tower to start off. I was so excited for the seafood tower since it included caviar. The flavors were delicious, but it was time to try the caviar. We asked the food and beverage manager the options and we did the on wrist "bump" method. I wasn't a huge fan, but very excited that I was able to try it out. Now the fondue, you can never go wrong with. Cheese and carbs, what's not to love? Flavor was devine. I wasn't looking over the menu and wanted to try the special, but by the time we ordered they were already out. I ordered the filet Oscar with the special sauce they had and was wowed by all the flavor and the cook on the steak. The chef really knows what he's doing here. For dessert we ordered the chocolate cake and the crème brûlée. Both fantastic! This is now my favorite place in Franklin's dm cannot wait to be back.

I completely understand that this is a new location and there's a shortage of employees available…read moreat the time of writing this review, not to mention as a former waiter I understand that groups can be intimidating, but Suzie still could've stood to be a bit more attentive, otherwise the star ratings would be much lower. 7 colleagues (including one person in a wheelchair) and I were in town for a convention, and the waitress devoted all her attention to another similar sized table and two other smaller tables. We were trying to flag her down for 10 minutes while it almost seemed like she was deliberately avoiding looking over; even the one time she glanced over while I was waving, nothing happened. Awkwardly, I had to walk over to the counter to place my order, and while I was there, I even told her a couple of people at my table were ready to order as well, but she did not visit the table once... It even got to the point where my colleagues decided to go elsewhere. However, since I already ordered and I didn't want to cancel, I decided to stay behind, which I missed out on a few important company tidbits that were discussed at the other restaurant.

Very friendly service! Happy hour from 4-6. I also recommend Apring Hill Suited, where the Library…read moreis located

Typically a great place to watch an NFL game, but came in to watch my team and was told the manager…read moresays they only show 4 games at a time. Never heard of that. I was among 10-15 patrons in the bar. Thankfully the place across the street doesn't go by that rule. Disappointing.

Had the good pleasure of meeting Craig the bartender who made me a classic whiskey sour with the…read morecare and attention I've rarely witnessed. Seriously one of the best drinks I've had in Tennessee... only to be outdone by the following creation of a smoky old fashion. Holy crap, not sure if watching it being made was more fun than drinking his libation of love.

Good solid Cajun food Nice Jabalaya. Fried seafood platter…read moreis tasty Friendly staff. I'm Looking forward to trying the Roast Beef on fries I love the Factory and this is one of many great restaurants in the facility

Ratings Husband - 4 star - roast beef…read moreSon - 4 - alligator Me - 3 - burger Sides - fried green tomatoes & red beans & rice. I got outvoted and they got a 4. Husband got the roast beef. He enjoyed it but thought it was too much bread. He prefers when they pull some of the bread out. It had debris and that's probably why he gave them a 4. We shared a side of red beans & rice. He thought the flavors were nice. I did not. It was like playing a game of find the beans. It was overly spicy and resembled a sausage soup. I've never had soupy red beans & rice (that barely had any beans) before so I wasn't a fan. Son got the alligator and fried green tomatoes. He really liked the sandwich. It looked like it had a nice amount of gator in it. The fried green tomatoes were overly spiced (come on not everything in Cajun food is a heat bomb - I'm from New Orleans so I know my Cajun food). Having said that - the tomatoes were done right. Not greasy and the crisp was good. Me - burger and this was where things went sideways and they lost a star. I have food allergies. I very carefully pick places where I can eat and make sure to stress what I cannot have. It's nothing crazy. Seafood, dairy, eggs.... so I chose the burger with no cheese. I don't like pickles or onions so asked those be removed as well. It comes out, no cheese. Yay! But it had so many pickles in it! I spent a good amount of time deconstructing it. Then there was the meat to bread ratio. 1/3 of the sandwich was just bread. I wasn't a fan of how they placed the burger on it. I thought it was a good idea to make a burger po'boy but the burger should have been placed differently or something. So between the "find the beans" soup and the mostly bread burger? I had to give them 3 stars. Ambiance - typical mall restaurant. Service - solid 4 star.

Very nice restaurant!…read more We had reservations at 7:45, checked in early and were seated on arrival. Upon entering the restaurant it seemed swamped but the staff was well prepared for the guests. Our server, was amazing! (I'm ashamed we didn't remember his name, Paul maybe). Nonetheless, he knew the menu, the specials, the drinks, and suggestions! We loved each and everyone of the suggestions and choices we made. Our dining experience started with the signature old fashion followed by a bottle of Heitz Cellars Cabernet! We ordered the lamb and brisket buns. Both were savory, delicious and well prepared. Followed by their Sushi Roll. It was described as "if you love sushi, you've never had anything like this." (I've had a ton of Sushi all over the world, and this was a spectacular Hamachi Roll.) we rounded out our meal with the Butternut Burrata and bread basket and a Beef Tenderloin. It was cooked to perfection and able to be cut with a fork. (I am salivating thinking about how perfectly it was prepared.) Just when we thought it couldn't be any better our server suggested we look at the dessert menu. He tempted me with a blood orange sorbet followed by a peanut butter chocolate pie. AMAZING! The fun thing was, I consumed the Heitz Cabernet throughout my entire meal - all the way through dessert. My high remarks to the chef and the staff because this team knows how to please and perform flawlessly!

This was our "splurge" dinner on a trip to Franklin, TN. My friend we were visiting had been before…read moreand had raved about it, but even she agreed this visit just wasn't up to snuff. The place is beautiful, but we were seated in the least interesting area. My friend said it used to be an open patio and was renovated for more indoor seating, which makes sense, but it lacked any real atmosphere. When I am spending this kind of money I want a slow, leisurly pace, and this felt rushed. Yes, we probably could have asked the waiter to slow things down, but we didn't. I ordered a specialty cocktail - the Midnight Sun that was delish - it was layered and around $16. The waiter then brought out what ended up being the highlight of the meal, a little treat from the chef. It was a creamy gnocchi dish to share, about three pieces each, super rich and honestly I could have eaten 20 more. We also spilt the bread flight. The bread was good but I wasn't a fan of the spreads, I'm a BUTTER person, these were more like bean spreads. The brussels sprouts with pork were also really good. Hubby and I split a mixed green salad that was pretty mediocre, and the croutons were almost too hard to chew. Then came the pork, which was a dissapointment. It was so tough it actually got caught in my throat a couple times despite chewing it well. We didn't even finish it. For the price, it should have been tender and full of flavor, and it was neither. My friend ordered the duck pasta and said it had "weird pieces of meat" in it. Her husband got the filet and loved it, so at least someone at the table was happy. We skipped dessert after most of us had disappointing entrees. I guess the good news is they rotate the menu every few months, so maybe it would be a totally different experience next time.