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1. P.F. Chang's - Cool Springs
4.4
Awesome(171)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • Franklin
Booked 3 times today
We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.
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2. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Cool Springs
4.7
Exceptional(5562)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Franklin
Booked 92 times today
Located at McEwen Northside, Perry’s is serving its first greater Nashville-area location in Franklin, Tennessee. Perry’s Cool Springs is bringing our award-winning menu, impeccable ambiance, unique signatures, tableside presentations and exceptional service for DINE-IN or TO-GO. Our 11,000-square-foot space can host up to 350 guests, inviting all to soak up and savor the Perry’s experience. Perry’s Cool Springs boasts a vibrant color palette with details of glass, lighting and a breadth of textures to create an air of modern elegance and comfort that is sure to welcome the greater Nashville community. The expansive main dining room allows guests to soak in the Perry’s experience, where glimpses of our open kitchen can be caught, along with our spectacular wine wall that peers into lively island Bar 79®.
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3. North Italia - Franklin
4.7
Exceptional(1635)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Franklin
Booked 75 times today
At North, we set the standard for crave-worthy by serving delicious handmade food daily. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create Italian dishes that consistently satisfy. Enjoy pastas made from scratch daily. Favorites like Bolognese and Chicken Parm. And unexpected bites that go above beyond, like savory Zucca Chips and White Truffle Garlic Bread. Plus an assortment of house-made cocktails, expertly curated wine, and local craft beers that will beckon you to relax, sip and savor every moment you are here.
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4. etch - Franklin
4.7
Exceptional(254)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Franklin
Booked 41 times today
etch is a globally-inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. The modern restaurant houses two private dining rooms, a full bar, and a chef’s bar, giving guests a look into the restaurants' culinary prowess.etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert's favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner. A wine list with over 80 choices is available, along with high-gravity local beers and hand-crafted signature cocktails.Desserts are prepared in-house by Pastry Chef Megan Williams, whose creations top the list for the city’s sweet confections. House-made ice creams and artfully plated desserts change seasonally, providing a revolving array of treats that will keep you coming back for more.
A photo of Blue Sushi Sake Grill - McEwen Northside restaurant
5. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - McEwen Northside
4.8
Exceptional(279)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Franklin
Booked 45 times today
Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!
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6. The Rutledge Franklin
4.4
Awesome(1524)
Price: Expensive
• American • Franklin
Booked 17 times today
The Rutledge features Fresh Seafood, Steaks, Sushi, Salads, Craft Cocktails, as well as an Award-Winning Wine List. Our aim is to provide the best dining experience in a memorably upbeat environment with a clean, modern design. With fresh ingredients and made to order, our house cocktails offer a twist on the classics. Located just south of Nashville in Franklin, Tennessee Our 'wines by the glass' list offers some of the best wines available in Nashville!
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7. Connors Steak & Seafood - Cool Springs
4.6
Exceptional(4777)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Franklin
Booked 41 times today
Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back.
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8. Red Pony Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(4670)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Franklin
Booked 35 times today
Since it opening in 2006, Red Pony Restaurant has impressed guests by staying true to a mission focused on cuisine and service.Chef owned and operated, Red Pony changes its menu about six times a year with the intention of keeping ingredients the season’s freshest and the variety of dishes dynamic.While a great deal of the menu pays homage to the Sophisticated Southern foods Chef Jason McConnell grew up on, you will also see a reflection of his travels, that drive his creativity.It is our belief that food is something to be celebrated. We also believe that experience is a huge part of dining. Whether it be enjoying a crafted cocktail at one of our bars or enjoying dinner at the table, we want each guest to be seamlessly guided through their time at Red Pony Restaurant.We love our community and we love food.
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9. Tupelo Honey - Franklin
4.4
Awesome(2971)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Franklin
Booked 19 times today
Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern Comfort Food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced, and always Southern.
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10. Cork & Cow
4.8
Exceptional(3574)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Franklin
Booked 30 times today
Downtown Franklin's best fine dining restaurant! Hickory grilled steaks, seasonal entrees, and craft cocktails make Cork & Cow a unique destination just minutes south of Nashville.

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Discover best fun restaurants in Franklin

Explore the vibrant dining scene in Nashville, Franklin, where fun and flavor meet! Whether you're in the mood for handcrafted cuisine, Southern comfort foods, elevated pub fare, or creative cocktails, Nashville, Franklin has a restaurant that will cater to your desires for a lively and enjoyable meal. Each restaurant in this area offers a unique blend of great atmosphere, outstanding service, and innovative dishes, making dining out an unforgettable experience. From live music that enhances the ambiance to comfortable seating both indoors and outdoors, the establishments here are designed to maximize your dining pleasure. Perfect for everything from a casual night out with friends to a fun date night, these eateries ensure a memorable and delightful culinary adventure. So, if you're looking to spice up your dining routine with some fun, Nashville, Franklin's restaurant scene is definitely worth exploring.

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