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Franklin Cafe

4.5

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Deep in the South End, there is a small establishment where inexpensive, gourmet-quality food really does exist. The menu at Franklin Cafe ranges from meatloaf to sushi-grade tuna, all served with impeccable sides such as mashed potatoes with chives or lentil and bean sauce. Even the chicken livers are great here. The dining room is small and crowded, and the noise level can be high. This cafe, which has a full service bar, is very popular, and waits of an hour or two are common, even on weekdays. 

Location details

278 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA, 02118, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Henri Wilson 
7 years ago
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Bobby Travalini 
7 years ago
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Ralph Martinez 
8 years ago

Delicious food and the staff, although delicious as well, we're amazing! 😜😬 

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Denis Toomey 
8 years ago

Food is amazing!!!! Great staff and cozy and hip atmosphere. Certainly has become one of my favorite places to go in the city! 

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Robert Bliss 
8 years ago

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Diane Hamm-Vida 
8 years ago

The corned beef was featured by Scott Conan on "The Best Thing I ever Ate." It was really good. Looking forward to having tbe rest for lunch tomorrow! 

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Chris Winters 
8 years ago
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Scuba Kennedy 
8 years ago
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Richard Sahagian 
8 years ago

There was only one and waitstaff when we were there, and the restaurant with less than half-full. It took forever for the waiter to come over at first, took forever to get a drink, when my water was empty it never got refilled. Service was subpar, food was okay, drink was great, but slow in coming. When my drink was empty and I was ready for another, the waiter never came over and the bartender was too busy on his phone. I won't be recommending this place. 

Frequently asked questions about Franklin Cafe

How is Franklin Cafe rated?

Franklin Cafe has a 4.5 star rating with 716 reviews. 

When is Franklin Cafe open?

Franklin Cafe is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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