Best Casual Restaurants in Franklin

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A photo of P.F. Chang's - Cool Springs restaurant

1. P.F. Chang's - Cool Springs

4.4

Awesome(176)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Franklin

Booked 2 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

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2. North Italia - Franklin

4.7

Exceptional(1699)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Franklin

Booked 84 times today

At North, we set the standard for crave-worthy by serving delicious handmade food daily. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create Italian dishes that consistently satisfy. Enjoy pastas made from scratch daily. Favorites like Bolognese and Chicken Parm. And unexpected bites that go above beyond, like savory Zucca Chips and White Truffle Garlic Bread. Plus an assortment of house-made cocktails, expertly curated wine, and local craft beers that will beckon you to relax, sip and savor every moment you are here.

A photo of Blue Sushi Sake Grill - McEwen Northside restaurant

3. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - McEwen Northside

4.8

Exceptional(310)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Franklin

Booked 47 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

4. etch - Franklin

4.7

Exceptional(346)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Franklin

Booked 26 times today

etch is a globally-inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. The modern restaurant houses two private dining rooms, a full bar, and a chef’s bar, giving guests a look into the restaurants' culinary prowess.etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert's favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner. A wine list with over 80 choices is available, along with high-gravity local beers and hand-crafted signature cocktails.Desserts are prepared in-house by Pastry Chef Megan Williams, whose creations top the list for the city’s sweet confections. House-made ice creams and artfully plated desserts change seasonally, providing a revolving array of treats that will keep you coming back for more.

A photo of Connors Steak & Seafood - Cool Springs restaurant

5. Connors Steak & Seafood - Cool Springs

4.7

Exceptional(4821)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Franklin

Booked 45 times today

Connors Steak & Seafood specializes in fresh seafood and premium aged steaks, as well as gourmet salads, pastas and more! Enjoy a memorable evening with friends and family in our well-appointed dining rooms, or stop by for the lunch you and your associates deserve. Our friendly service and flavorful fare will keep you coming back.

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6. Tupelo Honey - Franklin

4.2

Awesome(3003)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Franklin

Booked 40 times today

Tupelo Honey is a revival of Southern Comfort Food and traditions rooted in the Carolina Mountains we call home. We craft brunches, lunches and suppers that bring family and friends around the table and allow for conversations and cocktails to linger longer than usual. Always scratch-made, always responsibly-sourced, and always Southern.

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7. Granite City Food & Brewery - Franklin

4.4

Awesome(1192)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Franklin

Booked 12 times today

With its warm, inviting, and modern design, Granite City's expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar, as well as an outdoor patio. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

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8. Amerigo - Cool Springs

4.8

Exceptional(2765)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Franklin

Booked 40 times today

Amerigo has been a local staple for over three decades. We have shared countless meals and celebrations with multi-generations of families since 1991 and are proud recipients of multiple dining awards in the greater Nashville area.Traditional Italian pastas, pizza, fresh seafood and wood-fired steaks span the menus for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Early bird specials are offered daily as well as gluten-free versions of your favorite Italian dishes.Reservations, catering and private dining parties can all be accommodated at Amerigo. So whether you're having a quiet dinner for two or a business meeting, we have everything you need for an enjoyable dining experience.

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9. The Southern Tea Room

4.6

Exceptional(29)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Franklin

Booked 5 times today

The Southern Tea Room, located inside Fork of the South, blends Southern charm with English Afternoon Tea. Enjoy mismatched china, vintage teacups, and your own glass teapot with a tea light warmer.Our 75-minute tea is $50 per adult and includes 2 pastries, 3 tea sandwiches, 3 sweets, soup, and salad.Children under 5: teapot + chocolate croissant – $10Ages 5–11: 2 pastries, 2 sandwiches, 2 sweets – $30Please note the number of adults, children, and any dietary restrictions when booking so we can do our best to accommodate.Seats up to 27 guests.Parties of 5 or fewer are seated together.Groups of 6+ will be placed at nearby tables.A credit card is required to reserve. Cancellations within 48 hours or no-shows will be charged $25 per guest.Private events for 10+ available Monday–Wednesday.Come make memories over tea.

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10. Buca di Beppo - Cool Springs

4.6

Exceptional(1140)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Franklin

Booked 8 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Franklin, TN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. Check out the Americana Music Association, the Franklin Theatre, and the Carnton Plantation, then head over to Galleria Boulevard to fill up on Franklin, TN's favorite Italian dishes.

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Christopher
Cincinnati / Dayton •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Daughter’s Pre-K graduation dinner. She had cheese pizza and loved it. Wife had spaghetti ragu, my son had spaghetti and meatballs and myself and the garlic bread and meatballs. Hearty Hearty Meal!
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North Italia - FranklinPrice: Moderate• Italian• Franklin
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4.7
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KarenVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •60 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Super vibe at the Factory for top quality meal - enjoyed special time with my husband.
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etch - FranklinPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Franklin
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4.7
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Mark
Nashville •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
First time here and we will definitely return again soon. The service was impeccable with non-intrusive concern that our needs were being met and everything was to our satisfaction. The selections we made were prepared with obvious professional care. More simply, our meal was fabulous! I cant say enough about how the staff and our experience completely exceeded expectations. Blue Sushi is a local treasure!
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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - McEwen NorthsidePrice: Moderate• Sushi• Franklin
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4.8
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Ruchena
East Tennessee •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
Great place to eat and a good variety of food to choose from. Always like going to Connors
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Connors Steak & Seafood - Cool SpringsPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Franklin
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4.7
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SuzanneVIP
Nashville •48 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
This was a great dinner for Mother's day! I had my mom, step mom and dad!
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P.F. Chang's - Cool SpringsPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Franklin
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4.4

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