Elaine's on Franklin

Name: Elaine's on Franklin
Address: 454 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC, United States, 27516
Telephone: (919) 960-2770
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1178 Reviews

$31 to $50

Farm-to-table

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Chef/owner Bret Jennings brings you authentic regional world cuisine made with only the finest local, organic ingredients, presented in an elegant, but not pretentious environment. With menu changes almost every day, you can expect to find fresh, seasonal meats, cheeses and produce served up all year round in a style that's fun without being fussy. A southern boy at heart, Chef Jennings specializes in wild game and seafood along with traditional southern recipes that would make his granny proud.
Three certified sommeliers on staff will guide you through Elaine's award winning wine list, while a friendly and accommodating service staff provide for your every need.
Come in today, and find out what we mean by "Food for the Soul, Prepared from the Heart."

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary French / American, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
Phone number
(919) 960-2770
Website
http://www.elainesonfranklin.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Bret Jennings

Location
454 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Area
Chapel Hill
Cross Street
Roberson Street
Parking details
You can use free parking on the street after 6 PM or any town lot after 8 PM.
Public transit
Elaine's is located less than 50 yards from the nearest Chapel Hill Transit stop. Chapel Hill's buses run free of charge all year round.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Pan Seared Fresh Poulet Rouge Livers on Bacon & Onion RisottoUS$15.00
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What 1,178 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
1.8Value

Noise • Moderate

1,178 Reviews

C
Charlotta
VIP
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is always a great experience. That's why we keep coming back over and over again!
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HillelK
Western NC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 13 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We think this is one of the most valued restaurants in our area. We have been their clients for many years and were never disappointed. Bret is an innovative and creative chef, his staff is competent, helpful and courteous. When bad times come we always think of small businesses and Elaine's always pops up as one of the first. we admire Elaine's consistence quality and hope it will continue to sustain difficult and hopefully rare crisis situations.
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JenniferH
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most delicious food I have ever had. Will be dreaming of it until I come back.
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KathrynL
Phoenix
107 reviews
5.0
107 reviews
Dined on 4 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fresh flavors. Excellent service.
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KatieR
VIP
Charlotte
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 1 March 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I went to Chapel Hill for 4 years and never went to Elaine's. I have been an alumni for 20 years and this was my first time. What was I thinking?! The food was fabulous and a tremendous value. This will be on our list from now on every time we return to Chapel Hill. Wonderful experience!
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StuartG
VIP
Raleigh
157 reviews
5.0
157 reviews
Dined on 29 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and drink in a lovely environment! Will be back soon
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PaulS
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 27 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great king salmon dish. Service also great. Free parking in front.
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Larry
Charlotte
98 reviews
5.0
98 reviews
Dined on 26 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We finally got rsvp to return to this great place! They did not disappoint us. Great service and food too bad no longer have valet parking!
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 25 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love Elaine’s, delicious food, excellent service and relaxed comfortable atmosphere.
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JimR
Raleigh
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2020
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Amazing Food~! I love this place and we always go there for our birthdays - they have a specialized happy birthday menu!
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Elaine's on Franklin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (919) 960-2770.

Elaine's on Franklin is rated 4.5 stars by 1178 OpenTable diners.

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454 W. Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Additional information

Cross Street
Roberson Street
Area
Chapel Hill
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Farm-to-table, Contemporary French / American, Global, International
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
You can use free parking on the street after 6 PM or any town lot after 8 PM.
Public transit
Elaine's is located less than 50 yards from the nearest Chapel Hill Transit stop. Chapel Hill's buses run free of charge all year round.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Bret Jennings
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.elainesonfranklin.com/
Phone number
(919) 960-2770

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Elaine's on Franklin

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Menu

Main

Charleston Style She Crab SoupUS$15.00

Millarckee Farm's Organic Green SaladUS$12.00

Artisanal Three Cheese SamplerUS$12.00

Peregrine Farm's Caesar SaladUS$13.00

Three Cheese Anaheim Chile RellenoUS$15.00

Pan Seared Fresh Poulet Rouge Livers on Bacon & Onion RisottoUS$15.00

Oysters RockefellerUS$15.00

Seared Labelle Farm's Foie Gras 'BLT'US$16.00

Seed Crusted N.C. Tuna* on Olive Oil Mashed Gold PotatoesUS$30.00

House-Smoked Pork TenderloinUS$30.00

Grilled Local Shrimp*US$28.00

Skillet Crisped Poulet Rouge Leg Confit on Truffled Creamed CornUS$28.00

Grilled Wild Salmon*US$30.00

Grilled Fresh Rack of LambUS$36.00

White LasagnaUS$28.00

What 1,178 people are saying

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