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The Franklin Room, Chicago, IL

The Franklin Room

4.9
4.9
1951 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
675 N. Franklin St., Chicago, IL 60654

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
8:00 pm
Booked 27 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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Offers

  • FR Wagyu Burger Special

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    Join us daily from 5pm to 6:30pm for our soon to be famous FR Wagyu Burger! Mishima Reserve wagyu beef, wagyu bacon, cheese basque, tomato tempura, bourbon miso, pickle. AVAILABLE DAILY FROM 5pm to 6:30pm only.

    FR Wagyu Burger Special photo
  • Monday Half Price Bottles of Wine

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Thu - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Half Price Bottles of Wine Every Monday.

    Monday Half Price Bottles of Wine photo

What 1,951 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 shines as a "hidden gem" in Chicago, known for "amazing food" and an "extensive bourbon list." Guests rave about the "wonderful service" and "knowledgeable staff." Highlights include the Sea Bass, Lamb Chops, and Truffle Tortellini. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy night out, it's "highly recommend" for its "cool vibe" and "exceptional dining experience."
1,951 Reviews
  1. Kellie VIP

    St. Louis9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  2. KellieC

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    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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  3. Suzanne VIP

    Memphis/West TN3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service wonderful! Food and drinks all very good. Everything we tried was great!! Highly recommend

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  4. Jason VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Great atmosphere. Server very knowledgeable of the menu.

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  5. brett

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my boyfriend here for a small birthday celebration on a Friday evening. Service was excellent to accompany the savory food and drinks. I forgot the servers name but hang loose, my dude. Will definitely be returning in the future.

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  6. Christy VIP

    Chicago40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our second time here, and it was as good as the first. Service was fun and friendly; food was great as were cocktails. Will be back

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  7. MeganF

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jean was a fabulous server and the food was outstanding, everything from the oysters, to truffle tortellini, sea bass, scallops, etc.

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  8. Keesha VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. I really love the cocktails. The mussels are the best dish.

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  9. Andy

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was five stars. My wife dropped her napkin, and before she could pick it up a server brought her a new one folded perfectly. Food was great, ambiance unreal, service even better. Would 100% recommend.

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  10. Kim

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Franklin room was such a great experience. Our waiter was so knowledgeable and attentive. The food was amazing. We had the Crab Cakes, Chilean Sea Bass, Chicken and the Salted Carmel Gelato was amazing. I would recommend this restaurant.

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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 1951 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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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
8:00 pm
Booked 27 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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