Best Lunch Restaurants in Franklin

Valentine's Day Dinner - we did not attend the event; we just had dinner. The food was delicious. We had the short ribs appetizer, duck ragout, and pork shank. The pasta for the duck was perfectly al dente. Everything had a nice presentation. We were full without being stuffed. The drinks were good (the old-fashioned was a little watered down) and, while we did not get a smoky drink, it was fun to watch other guests have them served up. The noise level was just right for date night. This was our first visit so I do not know if that was because it was all couples or if that is their normal sound level. We will definitely go back.

The food is always delicious at the château. I had chicken marsala, salad, and a glass of red wine! All was delicious and our waitress was lovely. Thank you very much. It was a great Valentine’s Day.

Our server, Michelle, was terrific! Didn’t rush us but was there when we needed something. We were there at lunch and there aren’t too many Portuguese options on the lunch menu but you can ask for the dinner menu. It was almost full at lunch time -great to have really good Italian food nearby!!

Our favorite starter -- pickle chips -- were delivered quickly and HOT! Must've been right from the fryer. We appreciated that. The meals (greek salad w/salmon, mushroom & ricotta flatbread pizza) were good. Personally, the globs of ricotta scattered on the pizza don't add anything to it. I'll ask for it without the cheese next time. Chocolate chip cookie for dessert was different from what I remember. I remember a flat cookie in a small cast iron frying pan. This was shaped more like a muffin. I like the flat one better. It was unusually (and very pleasantly) quieter than normal. Given that it was lunch time on a Thursday, the place was almost empty.

We had such a great experience! It was character night at the restaurant and everyone there was so friendly and very accommodating. Our waitress was fantastic and we would definitely go back again because we do love Uno!