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The Franklin Room, Chicago, IL

The Franklin Room

4.9
4.9
1933 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for business meals
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of street parking available during all business hours.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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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.

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  • Monday Half Price Bottles of Wine

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

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What 1,933 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

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The Franklin Room is a "hidden fine-dining gem" in Chicago offering expertly crafted dishes and impressive cocktails. Known for "phenomenal food" like the Chilean sea bass and lamb chops, the restaurant excels in "great service" with attentive staff. The cozy, intimate atmosphere makes it perfect for "date nights" or gatherings.

1,933 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the Franklin Room - highly recommend! Wonderful service, ambience and food!

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  2. Eric

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the kale salad, lamb chops, sea bass, and prime ribeye. One of the best meals we’ve had in some time. Highly recommend any of these dishes, especially the ribeye. Tried both versions of their old fashioned’s. Tremendous! Service was just as good as the food. Very attentive and knowledgeable. Super personable, and you could tell he cared that we enjoyed our time at The Franklin Room. We will be back!

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  3. Susan

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous and creative dishes! Amazing food and wonderful service! We will definitely be back!!

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  4. Sarah

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entrance is a small hole in the wall under the train line, then you descend the stairs into a true gem. Old Chicago meets trendy hipster vibes with amazing fresh culinary creations. The decor was simultaneously detailed, open and cozy. The wait staff were helpful and attentive without being intrusive. Even if you’re not a big whiskey fan, there’s so much to enjoy. Excellent cocktails and wine selection. We started with the steak tartar with a twist that rivaled any I’ve had in Paris. The Seabass melted in your mouth. The Scallops were cooked to perfection. This is on my revisit list 😊

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  5. Katerina

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place with amazing food. The vibe was very energizing and cozy. Anthony is a great server!! We were impressed with the food. Scallops and chilean sea bass were delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant!

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  6. Krista VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks were pricey but very good. The Chilean Seabass was excellent, and our ribeye was cooked perfectly. The lamb chops were tender and so flavorful. It's on the pricier side, but the meal and service were awesome.

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  7. Sophia

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved my time at the Franklin room! Our server anthony was awesome!! The atmosphere was more quiet which was very nice and we had the wagyu steak tartare, miso salmon and truffled tortellini all were 10/10. They even gave us a dessert for our anniversary and it was amazing. It was a pavlova with a raspberry sorbet and more I am obsessed. Such great service too very happy with our time

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    If you’re a guy and you’re hungry don’t order the Butchers steak. You get 5 little pieces of meat and some plantains that don’t taste like anything.

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  9. Rachel VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I grabbed a last minute Valentine’s Day reservation at the Franklin Room and had the best meal we’ve had in a long time. Seriously spectacular! The cocktails were delicious and the bartender was fantastic, but the food was the star of the night. We shared the steak tartare and spicy mussels, and devoured every bit. He had the pasta al pesce and I had the Bristol Bay scallops, and I just know I will be dreaming about the scallops for weeks.

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  10. Spencer

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It will always be our go to place. There’s not an item on the menu I don’t recommend.

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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 1933 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for The Franklin Room

675 N. Franklin St., Chicago, IL 60654

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of street parking available during all business hours.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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