50 Best American Restaurants in Franklin

“Great food and service. Good wine list“

“Cozy bar with delicious food, big portions and a great atmosphere. The gluten-free menu was phenomenal! Highly recommend!!“

“We had such a fantastic experience at Culinary Dropout! The food was excellent—the burger was spot-on, and the steak and fries were cooked perfectly—and the Tijuana Spa Water cocktail was amazing. But what truly made our visit unforgettable was our waitress, Kendall. She was an absolute ray of sunshine. Her energy was warm, genuine, and uplifting, and she went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. What impressed us even more was watching her interact with every table around us with the same intentional care and enthusiasm. It wasn’t just great service—it’s clearly who she is. Kendall truly brightened our day, and because of her (and the incredible food and drinks), we can’t wait to come back.“

“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???“

“We went to the Rutledge for the 1st time last Saturday…what a pleasant surprise! The atmosphere, food and service were truly outstanding. Stephen was our waiter, made us feel welcome and took very good care of us. And the food was prepared with care and quite delicious. A fantastic experience and we’ll definitely be back.“

“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.“

“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.“

“The best part of this experience were the servers. I made reservations but accidentally on the wrong day. The hostess was so kind about it. I wish I got her name. She had brown hair and worked the evening shift June 26 th. She was very professional. My waitress was exceptional, her name was Delaney. She had the kindness you find on an expensive cruise ship or fine dining. The extra little things I asked for she served with joy, not acting the least bit inconvenienced. She was amazing, simply the best.“

“This is amazing👍“

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

“The food is delicious. My second time trying this company out.“

“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.“

“Came to Franklin on vacation and wanted a smaller, laid back place for lunch. Had wings, chicken sandwich, and fish tacos. The food was excellent and very good portion sizes. The staff was nice and approachable. Would absolutely return and recommend to anyone looking to enjoy a nice lunch“

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

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

“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!“

“Wonderful new experience. The food was diverse and tasty. The service was excellent and friendly. The noise level is a little high. It was extremely busy when my husband and I ventured in, and very crowded. If you aren't a fan of noise, I'd advise take out. The food was great.“

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

“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.....“

“Great for a delicious beer in between shopping ! Recommend Honky Tonk .. food looks and smells amazing .. Josh very friendly and great !! Thanks all!“

“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!“

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

“We just celebrated our 28th wedding anniversary dinner on Friday evening. We were impressed from the moment we sat down at the table. Our main server was Demetrius and Bella was the one who cut our chops and explained about the chop as she did the cutting. Vernon was not our server yet stopped by a few times just to make sure all was well. Everyone who came to the table told us Happy Anniversary and to let them know if there is anything we needed. The food was delicious, ambiance was wonderful and the staff made our meal special to us. This was our first time and we will highly recommend to all our friends and we WILL be back😊“

“awesome burgers great drinks. we'll be back“

“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.“

“Great food and service! We had a party of 13 women for brunch last weekend. The food was delicious and service was fantastic. I honestly expected it to be slow due to the group size but our waitress had it under control!“

“Have been going to FW for years. Have several waitress, Nellie, Lacey , Mookie, Janet, Alice, Victoria, Alice and many others. Always great food and smiling faces! Miss some like Dean who was the best host ever.
The restaurant can get very noisy at times but that means it's full and many have come to enjoy! On McEwen in Franklin!“

“My family loves this little gem right in downtown Franklin. My husband is British and this is his go to place when he wants a taste of home - especially fish and chips (he says the tartar sauce seals the deal). We’ve sampled other staples like cottage pie and chicken tenders and everything has been lovely. The dining room is small and cozy so sometimes it’s a bit crowded (especially on trivia night) but we’ve rarely had a problem squeezing in. Waitstaff is friendly and the decor really sells the Irish pub atmosphere. I don’t usually order drinks beyond an occasional hard cider, but there are lots of offerings which I am sure are equally as good as the food.“

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

“I went through the drive-through to get an item that was featured on the TV ad, but supposedly it was seasonal and was no longer available so I got something else. I thought the food quality was mediocre, but it’s fast food so you can’t expect much. The people at the window were very nice.“

“The food is delicious. My second time trying this company out.“

“After a day of soccer, we found Scout's down the street from the fields. It's located in a cute town square area with a pond, swings, and grassy area for kids to play. We had a large group of 9 and they seated us right away. We chose to sit on the patio to enjoy the warm afternoon sun and breeze. It's a dog-friendly spot, and our kids loved petting the other guests' dogs (asking for permission of course). The inside is cute as well, but it would have been a little crowded with our larger party. But I could imagine hanging out with friends at the bar or on a date night with my wife. Scout's has a large and diverse menu, so everyone was able to order something to their taste. My son had a smash burger and appetizer of fries, cheese curds, poutine and bacon, my daughter had chicken tenders and Mac N Cheese, I had pizza, and my wife ordered taquitos. They also have a full bar and several craft beers to choose from. I had the Good People IPA, which is one of my faves. The service was excellent. Our server, Lauren, was friendly and attentive. Grabbed empty plates quickly, refilled waters & sodas without asking, and was ready to bring us the next round at just the right time.“

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

“Awesome friendly staff Great food“

“Delicious and great service“

“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!“

“Merridee’s has been a part if our lives for decades! Currently the brownies, oatmeal cookies, and key lime pie are our favs. The staff is very kind. Our favorite employee is Stephen! He is always friendly, helpful and knows the menu. Also, he is knowledgeable about food allergies which is helpful for those with egg, gluten sensitivites.
We also love the historic location. The bakery is warm and inviting and homey feeling. And, you might run into dear friends!“

“Great food on a pretty plate!“

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

“No matter what you order (and we have ordered A LOT of the menu), you will be beyond satisfied!! Tacos, burritos, quesadillas...and everything else on their menu is so good. I'm sure there are lots of places to get good Mexican food, but this is our go to place!!“

“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.“

“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 ⭐️ 🌟 💫 ⭐️ 🌟“

“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.“

“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!“

“Great time bowling and excellent food service!! The private room is great for fellowship with friends! Thank you for taking great care of our group!“

“Best dive bar in the world.
Pool tables are kept up with, the service front Jack the bartender is absolutely outstanding, and it’s truly a pleasure to come here every single time. I’ve been frequenting for months and I still look forward to every visit. A must try if you’re in the Franklin area and enjoy checking out the locals’ watering hole.“