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The Franklin Room, Chicago, IL

The Franklin Room

4.9
4.9
1939 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • 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 - 17:00 - 18:30
    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 - 17:00 - 21:00
    Half Price Bottles of Wine Every Monday.

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What 1,939 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
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Franklin Room in Chicago offers a "warm and inviting" atmosphere with "outstanding" food and "welcoming and efficient" service. Known for its creative dishes like Chilean sea bass and lamb chops, guests rave about the "luxurious" vibe. The whiskey selection is "extensive," and the "staff is great," ensuring a memorable dining experience.
1,939 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great! Not “cheap” per se, but you will understand why when you try the food. It takes time and effort to produce that quality.

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  2. Marian

    Vancouver30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the welcome to the farewell we were taken very well taken care of. The rib eye was perfect the truffle tortellini was delightful and the oysters and chocolate hazelnut dessert were heavenly!

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  3. Susie VIP

    Chicago16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went tor dinner to celebrate a birthday and it was an excellent choice. Atmosphere was warm and inviting, vibe was elegant, service was welcoming and efficient, and the food was outstanding. It’s a little pricey but not over the top. The overall experience was a good value. We started with oysters and steak tartare. Then our group had pasta pesce, chicken roulade, Chilean sea bass, and taro fries. We each cleaned our plate. So good. Oh, and we had the pavlova with sorbet for dessert. Not something I would’ve thought to order on my own, but it was delicious and I would totally order it again.. Will definitely go back and would definitely recommend.

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  4. Vin

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always make a point of going to The Franklin Room either alone or with some business friends while visiting Chicago for work trips. The staff is great, the food delicious and creative, and the atmosphere luxurious.

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  5. Megan VIP

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and great service. One of our favorite restaurants in the city

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  6. debra VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun evening sitting at the bar. Delicious food good service.

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  7. Deana

    Alabama4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We didn't know what to expect going to The Franklin Room, but I will say it EXCEEDED our expectations. Our server was Anthony, and he was one of the best servers we have had in a VERY long time. The food was excellent and the drinks were superb! We had Lamb for an appetizer, which was perfectly cooked. I had the Chilean Sea Bass, and it was exquisite; my husband had the surf & turf (which wasn't on the menu but suggested by Anthony), and it too was absolute perfection. We cannot say enough about this establishment. If you are EVER in Chicago, this is a MUST! The ambiance, the service, the food... all absolutely perfection.

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  8. Joe VIP

    Chicago47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Franklin Room is a fabulous restaurant. I went with a pal in town from Melbourne, Australia. The atmosphere is very cool. The Franklin Room is 1 of those restaurants that flies under the radar. But if you know, you know. Drink options are fabulous. Whether you're drinking wine, cocktails, bourbon, scotch the options are top drawer. We ate the lamb chop appetizer which was cooked to perfection. The chicken roulade was again very well cooked. So much so that my pal finished the dish then told me how good it was. He did not share! I had the Spicy Bourbon Mussels, which as always are my favorite dish on the menu at The Franklin Room. A selection of amazing single malts washed down our meal. I highly recommend going to The Franklin Room. Book a table as the restaurant is small. Awesome!!

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  9. Carol

    Chicago19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    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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  10. Eric

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    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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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 1939 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
19:00
Booked 21 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 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • 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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