The best restaurants in Franklin

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

4885 Main St (Spring Hill)

Easygoing option for classic barbeque basics including burgers, brisket and ribs, plus beer, burgers and salad.

2076 Wall St (Spring Hill)

Culamar is serving traditional Spanish-style tapas with a breezy Mediterranean twist plus a lively oyster bar, all best enjoyed on the…

99 E Main St Ste 190 · ✓ checked Jul 31

Wild Ginger brings a polished spin to Asian-fusion favorites with flavors big enough to rescue any weekday slump. Grab a seat with your…

101 Market Exchange Ct · ✓ checked Jul 31

Local favorites including stuffed poblano peppers plus Mexican fare in a low-key space with a patio.

1109 Davenport Blvd #600

Relaxed spot for teppanyaki and sushi dishes, with home-style party hibachi service available.

545 Cool Springs Blvd #195

Lively sports bar featuring a menu of burgers, pizza & pasta plus games on over 45 screens.

7135 S Springs Dr

In quaint surrounds, candlelit Italian plating pastas & meats with import-heavy beer & wine list.

119 5th Ave N

Laid-back eatery for Southern brunch classics including biscuits, pancakes and omelets.

1201 Liberty Pike Ste 101

Eatery & bar serving craft beers, burgers, sushi & pub grub in a lively, contemporary space.

553 Cool Springs Blvd

Cafe, which is also a lunch and breakfast spot serving pancakes as well as coffee drinks and tea.

158 Front St #110

Friendly country store atmosphere with a menu of Southern classics, plus a full bar & live music.

120 4th Ave S

Mexican standards, such as fajitas & tacos, offered in a spacious, booth-lined setting.

1401 Liberty Pike

Casual offering creative pizzas (including gluten-free and vegan ones) with Indian-style toppings and spices, as well as wings.

1935 Mallory Ln #200

Upscale destination for steaks and lobster, plus seafood and cocktails.

3046 Columbia Ave #102

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

5027 Aspen Grove Dr

Chic Italian eatery offering a seasonal menu, wines, beers, pizzas and cocktails.

4041 Aspen Grove Dr #100

Laid-back local hangout serving NY-style pies, wings, pasta & sandwiches, with TVs tuned to sports.

330 Mayfield Dr A-11

Japanese dishes, maki & imported beer offered in laid-back surrounds with ample sushi bar seating.

330 Mayfield Dr D 5

Cool, British-style gastropub chain with quirky decor, serving inventive cocktails & comfort food.

4020 Aspen Grove Dr Ste 101

Burger bistro offering waffle fries and craft beer, plus a patio and late-night hours.

3084 Columbia Ave

Thai, Japanese and sushi fare, including curries, noodles, salads and tempura.

1762 Galleria Blvd

A large variety of sushi, bento boxes & Japanese entrees is served in casual, family-friendly digs.

2020 Fieldstone Pkwy

Rustic bar and eatery dishing up steak, pizza and seafood options such as grilled salmon.

187 Front St Ste 103B

Entertainment venue offering bowling, arcade games, and pool tables, as well as American food, and cocktails.

1910 Galleria Blvd Ste 120

Casual chain known for build-your-own tacos with a selection of shells, proteins, sauces, and toppings.

4031 Aspen Grove Dr #108

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

320 Spring Creek Dr

Cozy option specializing in breakfast fare, omelettes and New Orleans cocktails.

231 Public Square

Posh, brick-lined venue offering refined steakhouse classics, plus creative cocktails & fine wines.

403 Main St

Cozy ramen shop featuring an array of Japanese noodle soups and bowls such as tonkotsu and miso.

230 Franklin Rd

Australian eatery (breakfast through dinner) featuring coffee, cocktails and a menu of familiar fare.

230 Franklin Rd Ste 1302

Vietnamese comfort eatery (including vegan options) known for pho, banh mi and rice bowls.

1201 Liberty Pike

Counter-service restaurant dishing up classic Southern dishes such as fried chicken & meatloaf.

3065 Mallory Ln #115

Locally sourced gourmet burgers & handcrafted cocktails in a shabby-chic, reclaimed-wood setting.

401 Cool Springs Blvd # B

Rustic-chic cafe offering Southern fare, craft cocktails & frequent live tunes in historic digs.

332 Main St

Upmarket haunt with wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta & traditional mains, plus a robust wine list.

104 E Main St

Casual restaurant serving Southern-style breakfast and brunch favorites such as biscuits.

3100 Village Plains Blvd #130

BBQ joint providing slow-smoked dishes & traditional Southern sides, plus fried chicken & catfish.

501 Sara Avalyn Berry Ln

Counter-serve BBQ joint with a drive-thru offering hearty sandwiches, meat by the pound & sides.

1010 Fulton Greer Ln

BBQ joint providing slow-smoked dishes & traditional Southern sides, plus fried chicken & catfish.

230 Franklin Rd Bldg C03

Part of a chain featuring pizza from a wood-fired brick oven, plus sandwiches & craft beers.

1550 W McEwen Dr Ste 10

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

5001 Aspen Grove Dr STE: 142

Casual pizzeria serving NY-, Detroit-, Grandma- and Sicilian-style pies, plus beer.

98 E Main St

Casual burger joint featuring a patio plus shakes and craft beer.

1409 W Main St #301

Interactive barbecue restaurant known for its sushi options, plus a variety of other Korean dishes.

6688 Nolensville Pk Ste102 (Brentwood)

Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones & creative stone-baked pizzas.

317 Main St Ste 100

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

533 Cool Springs Blvd

Cool, modern eatery dishing up Korean-influenced Asian fare and cocktails.

9050 Carothers Pkwy #104

Relaxed spot offering turkey legs and burgers as well as lobster bisque, tacos and salmon dishes.

158 Front St #100

Laid-back chain known for slow-cooked BBQ & cheese biscuits, plus burgers, salads & classic sides.

3068 Mallory Ln

Small, unfussy spot offering a variety of classic Asian dishes, in addition to creative sushi rolls.

1031 Riverside Dr

Casual setting for Chinese cuisine including sushi and vegetarian options, plus take-out.

188 Front St #104

No-frills chain for standard BBQ fare (ribs, pulled pork, brisket) plus family packs & a kids' menu.

1203 Murfreesboro Rd

Italian eatery plating a choice of noodles with inventive sauces & salads plus catering services.

1203 Murfreesboro Rd

Sophisticated menu of updated Southern classic dishes & low-lit ambiance amid dramatic decor.

408 Main St

Kid-friendly cafe serving various waffle-based dishes plus breakfast burritos and espresso drinks.

4816 Main St (Spring Hill)

Casual restaurant offering curries & Thai cuisine as well as a sushi bar & Japanese favorites.

102 Lumber Dr #200

Intimate, modern eatery for casual Italian favorites (pasta and pizza) and crafted cocktails.

9040 Carothers Pkwy Ste A201

Local coffeehouse chain serving breakfast through dinner, along with drinks, in a hip space.

125 5th Ave S

Italian chain serving classic & creative pizzas, plus subs, wings & pasta, in a casual space.

116 N Royal Oaks Blvd Ste118

An ample menu of Mexican dishes & fruit-flavored margaritas in a homey, family-owned joint.

1340 W Main St

An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

2000 Meridian Blvd Ste 110

Comfortable, lodgelike chain with an extensive menu of steaks & seafood, plus innovative wine list.

1726 Galleria Blvd

Comfy restaurant serving health-conscious plates and coffee, plus a gourmet market and wine bar.

3078 Maddux Way Ste 300

Industrial space for inventive Southern comfort eats along with specialty drinks & weekend brunch.

403 Main St

Counter-service option for smoked meats, mac 'n' cheese, slaw & other favorites with craft sodas.

600a Frazier Dr #100

Simply decorated eatery offering sushi, Japanese kitchen entrees & Thai dishes, with beer & sake.

595 Hillsboro Rd