The Franklin Room
Eat Local in Chicago
4.6 1,125 Google reviews$40–80
+1 312 445 46 86675 N Franklin St, Chicago, Illinois 60654 · Near North Side
Where to find them
675 N Franklin St, Chicago, Illinois 60654
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About
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 is 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.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5 to 10 PM
- Wednesday
- 5 to 10 PM
- Thursday
- 5 to 10 PM
- Friday
- 5 to 11 PM
- Saturday
- 5 to 11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
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