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The Franklin Room, Chicago, IL

The Franklin Room

4.9
4.9
1959 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
675 N. Franklin St., Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Franklin Room celebrates the sense of connection one can only find in the neighborhood taverns of Chicago. Offering classic American tavern fare and no shortage of whiskey flair, our sophisticated speakeasy is your local go-to for quality meat dishes, fresh seafood, classic cocktails and the neighborhood tavern experience our city has perfected.

Our menu of delectable turn-of-the-century inspired American tavern fare starts there, then elevates the experience with a modern twist that creates a culinary experience you simply have to taste to believe. It's perfectly complimented by our beverage program, which showcases creative cocktails and a meticulous selection of spirits, wine and beer with a strong focus on independent distillers and limited-edition rare releases. Bring them together and you've got a uniquely Chicagoan experience, centuries in the making.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it’s a private event, cocktail party, semi-private dinner or whiskey tasting, The Franklin Room has a variety of customized options for your next event.
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Cross Street
    On Franklin St. between Huron and Erie
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of street parking available during all business hours.
  • Public transit
    Purple and Brown Line EL stop on Chicago and Franklin. Number 11 CTA Bus stop on Orleans/Erie and Wells/Huron.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,959 people are saying

The Franklin Room reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Franklin Room is a hidden gem in River North, Chicago, offering a "fabulous experience" with "outstanding service" and a "cool atmosphere." Its menu boasts creative seafood dishes and exceptional cocktails. The staff is "knowledgeable and attentive," making every visit memorable. Reservations are recommended for this "luxurious" and "high-end" dining spot.
1,959 Reviews
  1. Mingoo VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good ambience and service. Mediocre food, especially at the price point. Only ate half of what we ordered.

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  2. Joe VIP

    Chicago48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bottle of Sancerre. Steak tartare, taro fries, lamb lollipops, spicy bourbon mussels. Several hours that was another fabulous experience at The Franklin Room. A must try if you're in river north. Very highly recommended.

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  3. Ned

    Atlanta19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely subterranean venue with good vibes and food

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  4. Shea VIP

    Western KY1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will never not visit The Franklin Room when we are in town!

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  5. Chad

    San Francisco9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cozy place to relax and catch up with friends. Good food at a reasonable price.

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  6. David

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service has always been outstanding at The Franklin Room as we've sat at the bar, at high tops and low table seating. The menu is seafood themed but selections for all. Plenty of cocktail and drink options as well

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  7. Shannon VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here and we will definitely be back! Our meals were fantastic, the ambiance is great and service was spectacular!

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  8. Chunwei VIP

    Frankfurt10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice, the service stuff are friendly, the food are amazing

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  9. Kellie VIP

    St. Louis9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was good. The beverages were exceptional. Our server was fantastic.

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  10. KellieC

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service! Went there to celebrate my husband's birthday and the food did not disappoint. Everything we had was flavorful. The presentation of food was done very well, and we absolutely loved the play on flavors and textures in each dish. Big shout out to Mike, the manager. He made sure we were well taken care of. Service was great. Andrew, our server, was very knowledgeable of the food and attentive. We had a great experience.

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FAQs

The Franklin Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 445-4686.

The Franklin Room is rated 4.9 stars by 1959 OpenTable diners.

The Franklin Room does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. River North (Chicago)

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 9 times today
Google Map for The Franklin Room

675 N. Franklin St., Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    On Franklin St. between Huron and Erie
  • Area
    River North (Chicago)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of street parking available during all business hours.
  • Public transit
    Purple and Brown Line EL stop on Chicago and Franklin. Number 11 CTA Bus stop on Orleans/Erie and Wells/Huron.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it’s a private event, cocktail party, semi-private dinner or whiskey tasting, The Franklin Room has a variety of customized options for your next event.
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