50 Best American Restaurants in Franklin

“Great food and service. Good wine list“

“My group of nine ate lunch at Gray’s on Main on Saturday. The service was excellent, and the food was amazing. All members of my group raved about their selections.“

“Tonight my friends and I had the pleasure of being served by Anna at J. Alexander’s in Franklin, and she was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we sat down at the bar, she greeted us with a friendly smile and made us feel comfortable right away!

Our cocktails were excellent. Each one was perfectly mixed, presented beautifully, and tasted great. Anna was attentive without hovering, checking in at the right times and making sure we had everything we needed. She remembered our drink preferences after just one order and kept our waters filled without us having to ask. She also offered helpful suggestions for cocktails we might enjoy, which we really appreciated.

We come to J. Alexander’s a couple of times a week and have always had good service, but Anna stood out. She is professional, approachable, and clearly takes pride in her work! The atmosphere at the bar felt even more welcoming because of her.

It is not just about the drinks, it is about the overall experience, and Anna made ours great from start to finish. We truly enjoyed having her as our bartender and will definitely be asking for her again on future visits.

If you want excellent cocktails and friendly, attentive service, Anna is a great choice. She made our evening even better, and we look forward to seeing her again soon!“

“Food is amazing and the ladies are super nice.“

“Miss Daisy's is AMAZING!!! I tried the Chicken Devine, the hashbrown casserole, green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, and the Turkey and Dressing! Everything was Delicious. We are so lucky to have this as an option for tasty homemade food.“

“First time there and the atmosphere was great and our waitress was awesome.“

“Had heard a lot of good things from multiple sources about Merridee’s so had high expectations. Food ranged from fantastic to good and they had a lot of options for breakfast. Ordering was done at the front desk and food was brought to you later. Coffee and tea was standard fair and nothing to write home about. Overall they seemed to have a ton of bakery options as well but we did not order those so cannot speak to how good that portion may have been. There were multiple people eating there that only got the pastries.“

“The food is amazing and the staff was friendly! very good!“

“BrickTop's Cool Springs has a wide range of really good food at affordable prices. The entire staff from the top down are all amazing. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and very welcoming. Some of my favorites dishes are the fish tacos, grilled shrimp tacos, and so many other dishes at BrickTop's. The avocado toast and the donuts that are only served for Sunday Brunch are a favorite as well.“

“Half Way is “all the way” in food & service. The early morning breakfast is wonderful; Half Way is Truly our “go to” place where “the locals” hang out.“

“We had a great brunch here, Miss Debbie was incredibly hospitable and made our visit with two little kids go from chaos to calm with her kindness and above and beyond help. She brought fruit slices, helped us find a quiet space to help baby calm down, and was so attentive. We always feel like family when we dine at 55 South. Thank you for your amazing service!“

“Man I wish I took a picture of my plate! This is my second time I have eaten at brown bag. First of all, I am crazy happy to support such a great cause! But Morceau, their food is killer! Easily the very best lunch and all of Franklin it is so fresh and the food is all perfectly cooked. And for those who care, I also like that, they do have nutrition facts on their website, which makes it helpful to choose Wise foods on certain days. I will be back multiple times.“

“The food is excellent, best biscuits, most of all Suzanne and staff is outstanding welcoming everybody—the only place in Franklin area where breakfast is the best!!!! Five star rating!!!!“

“I have been eating at this location for over 6 yrs and NEVER is there a NEW or added item. The menu remains the same. The majority of restaurants that ae visited, have new items added and in 6 yrs. this menu remains the same. Perhaps maybe I should go somewhere else to eat. I can not believe that this has not been brought to your attention long before now. When will a new item be added???“

“I really like the corner bar. Kitchen is open past 9, and I wasn’t expecting much in the way of food, but the 3 meals my group ordered were all spectacular. Bbq sandwich was great, chicken wings were great, just the right level of spice, and the smash burger was great. Excellent draft beer selection with daily specials. Live music when we came made it difficult to talk but there was plenty of atmosphere to enjoy instead.“

“What a terrific evening! Me and my partner were not sure where to choose and a friend of ours recommended this place and we're so glad they did. He and I were so hungry after yoga that we could barely see straight. Our server Destiney was an absolute character who knew the menu inside it out and was the key to us having a wonderful evening. Unbelievable cocktaiks and terrific desserts. It was just the fuel we needed for an adventurous evening that lasted well into the early hours of the morning“

“Excellent service and wonderful food! I had the farmers salad topped with salmon, it was fabulous!“

“This is amazing👍“

“Open area for dining! Great place to hang out with friends and family!“

“I would love to state that these are cheap eats, but far from it. The menu is extremely affordable; however, the taste is richly delectable & applause worthy. @Kelsey @Troy @Mark Waldo @ChickenandBeer BRAVO! From start to finish, 20/10!! Thank you for an EXCEPTIONAL first of many experiences together!“

“Brent is such a wonderful server! This place is great and he makes it better! Communicative, helpful, patient, and he makes sure the food is great and fresh every time! 5 stars for Brent!“

“The food and cocktails are amazing! Great service, excellent location. This is one of our favorite spots!“

“Everyone very friendly. Quick service Good food !!!“

“The service was excellent! Food could have been a little warmer. Shopping was fun. Bathrooms were clean. I vote 8“

“Came in for the Gators watch party! Will be back every week! What a great time! The atmosphere was insane! Hopefully gators get it together. The south west egg rolls were delicious!! Nice drink specials considering drinks are pretty expensive here!“

“My husband went to o/charleys for dinner tonight. He got the chicken finger dinner, got me fish & chips. They were so over cooked, I had to break open and smell of each to know what was what. We eat there so often because we're both disabled, but they just lost a good customer. The puppy got full.....“

“I was in last Friday and sat with Desiree, she was AMAZING! She was so sweet and helpful, she made great suggestions and was super patient (and not at all annoyed) with my gluten-free, dairy-free friend. Best service I've had in a really long time and the food was really good too.“

“Food, service and atmosphere was excellent. We will definitely be back. Very charming“

“The food here is great. They have excellent vegetarian and gluten free options as well, and the staff is very knowledgeable and understanding about dietary restrictions. Occasionally some staff can seem unwelcoming or blasé about customers. The place is clean, I’m just not a fan of the metal stools at some tables and wish they would change these out for something more comfortable.“

“Really great food and the price is so reasonable!! The portions are actually enough to share for the health conscious eater. Highly recommend!“

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“I would love to state that these are cheap eats, but far from it. The menu is extremely affordable; however, the taste is richly delectable & applause worthy. @Kelsey @Troy @Mark Waldo @ChickenandBeer BRAVO! From start to finish, 20/10!! Thank you for an EXCEPTIONAL first of many experiences together!“

“I’m updating my rating. They have lost some of their servers, and the service has suffered. Make sure you have extra time.

Victoria and Dustin along with the other wait staff here are excellent. The food is very good, wait times reasonable, and prices are OK. There are cheaper places, but none with this variety, quality and service.“

“Ambiance is wonderful. Food is top notch. Service is delightful“

“Good food, great service, excellent staff.“

“Awesome friendly staff Great food“

“Great food and the people working here are amazing, especially the lady from New Orleans at Cool Springs location!!!!“

“The new quesadillas aren't great. It's what you would expect of a quesadilla from a chicken place. The same fried chicken strips thrown in a tortilla with a little cheese.

Zax sauce is life though. The rest is mid.“

“This is my favorite breakfast/brunch spot! The manager, Ronnie, always makes us feel like we are coming to visit a friend. The warmth of the atmosphere is felt. The food is always consistently good.

Coming here is more than a meal, it's an experience! Ronnie works for smiles! He must because we are always smiling and laughing. We will always come back because of the atmosphere, food, and Ronnie!!“

“We had a wonderful experience for my birthday dinner, food was excellent, I highly recommend the pork chops, you will not be disappointed! Shout out to Jessie our waiter, so much class that made our night phenomenal! We coming back Jessie!“

“I had the absolute pleasure of being served by Melanie Meyerhoff during my stay at the Hilton Cool Springs, and I can honestly say she is one of the best bartenders I’ve ever encountered. From the moment I sat down, Melanie was warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive. Her ability to anticipate what you need before you even ask is nothing short of impressive.

Melanie has that rare combination of professionalism and personality that instantly makes you feel at home. Whether she’s mixing up a custom cocktail or simply checking in to make sure you’re taken care of, she brings an energy and friendliness that truly elevates the entire bar experience.

If you find yourself at Hilton Franklin Cool Springs, do yourself a favor and grab a seat at the bar—Melanie will make your evening exceptional. She’s a true asset to the Hilton team, and I’ll be coming back just to enjoy her incredible service again. Cheers, Melanie!“

“I love this place! It’s a great venue to meet some friends at and have some fun. Great food, drinks, entertainment, games and atmosphere:) 10 stars ⭐️ 🌟 💫 ⭐️ 🌟“

“Very nice restaurant inside the Marriott. Decent food great service. I ordered the Marriott burger and fries. It was a good burger. Good portion size and the fries were crispy. Overall I would say that the food is better than a lot of hotel restaurants.“

“This has been my favorite Mexican spot in Franklin for years. There has been a recent change in staff and the girl working up front is just horrible. They’ve made mistakes on my order several times and she just hangs up when I called to have it fixed. She has hung up otherwise when I call to check on the status of an order. Hope they can improve their staff because this place has always been a great mom and pop shop.“

“Delicious and great service“

“The food was good. I highly recommend the turkey club. We were a party of four, two of us got it. The next night, we both wanted the turkey again, but they were out. I don’t know what the magic is, but I hope it’s on the menu next year when we’re back. Only downside was the long wait, either for a table or service; I think they were short handed.“

“Nothing but great vibes in this bar.
Willie the bartender has a huge personality and he made sure I alway had a cold one in front of me.
This bar is full of regulars and they invited me to sit with them and made me feel very welcome. I can't remember all there names, I met everyone in the place. One stand out was Mia ( owner of victory tattoos) a local business.
I had a fantastic time talking with everyone. I travel for work and hope I can make it there again.
They have pool tables , a punching bag. You can smoke and they have a cigarette machine in case you run out.
I would give this fun place my highest recommendation.
Tell Willie Mean Frank says hello.“

“Best food we have had in a long time! Riley our server is always awesome and takes great care of his customers! Chill environment!! 😊“

“I love our local Waffle House! Great food and the hardest working people in the industry! Go Team WH!“