After seeing "hidden" bars on TikTok, we finally got introduced to one! We left dinner at Cork &…read moreCow and the bartender showed us where the entry way was for the bar. It's behind Mellow Mushroom. You go down a hall and when it ends,pizza place to right and there is a door to the left. Look back in hallway and there is an electrical box. Open that and flip the switch for the green light to come on. The door opens and a very welcoming hostess lets you in. It's not a huge place but plenty of room to sit or stand and hang out with friends. We got there a little early so we grabbed 2 seats at the bar. This is where the magic happens. The bartenders there are talented mixologists. Dave was so nice and helpful. He taught me a Pina Colada is supposed to be on the rocks. It was fabulous! I also had 2 of the holiday drinks that were delicious. By far the best place to go for great cocktails. They also have a small and reasonably priced snack/bar food menu. Just an experience. It should be a must on the top of the to do list.

Find the gray electric box with the Frankenstein switch to enter. The door opens and you feel like…read moreyou've gone back in time. Jazzy vibes. In house created cocktails will creative names and flavors. My daughter and I tried 4 different cocktails and all were good. The only thing negative is that I did see the bartender use sparkling water to top off several of our drinks which did dilute them slightly. The food was odd...I was expecting a traditional buffalo chicken dip but instead it was cold. It's a fun time and something unique to do if in Franklin, TN.

Back again, and this time I brought the family! Thank you for another great experience…read more In my first review, I mentioned using clear ice, and you definitely delivered this time. The ice was crystal clear, check out the pictures! It made an already excellent Old Fashioned absolutely perfect. We also tried a variety of food, including the soft pretzel bites, artichoke dip with chips, and Loaded Brisket skins. Everything was flavorful and hit the spot. Our server was amazing! If you live in Franklin or are just visiting, this is a great place to stop in. Enjoy some fantastic live music while sipping on a top-notch Leiper's Fork whiskey.

Every BIT of this place is perfect Appetizers delicious…read more Service outstanding. We did get someone else's appetizer- and got charged for it but heck man it was good and oopsie! bless em

What a beautiful restaurant! First time here and been wanting to try the one in Nashville but my…read morefriend lived closer to this one. They had the Après winter theme set up and it was really nice. And they even had a photobooth area which I didn't partake but wish I did. I got the lobster bisque and the lobster roll with fries and both was delicious. The server and the staff was great and attentive. Overall our experience here was excellent. The food and atmosphere. I definitely have to come back for their cocktails!

Woof... so after talking this place up to my coworkers we go and it was a totally different…read moreexperience. I was talking up this drink I originally had there, but also had at the sister location in DT Nashville that they called to get the recipe and surprised me at the table with after raving about it (the international) the waitress proceeded to argue that I had the name wrong it was a pretty gross experience. Do not look at any online menus wait until you get to the restaurant. We had a colleague who is celiac we asked about a separate menu (you would have thought I asked if they did brain surgery) because there are no markers on the regular menu, the waitress proceeds to lecture the person on what they should order at restaurants... She was a different individual interacting with the mens end of the table than she was with the lady's side. We opted to share several things. Thankfully the food is still on point. And it is still beautiful. The drinks we ordered were tasty. That is why this review got a 3 and not a 2.

Typically a great place to watch an NFL game, but came in to watch my team and was told the manager…read moresays they only show 4 games at a time. Never heard of that. I was among 10-15 patrons in the bar. Thankfully the place across the street doesn't go by that rule. Disappointing.

Had the good pleasure of meeting Craig the bartender who made me a classic whiskey sour with the…read morecare and attention I've rarely witnessed. Seriously one of the best drinks I've had in Tennessee... only to be outdone by the following creation of a smoky old fashion. Holy crap, not sure if watching it being made was more fun than drinking his libation of love.

Great service and awesome atmosphere , would definitely recommend visiting. The drinks were great…read moreand prices were great.

The Pond is a self described dive bar located in a strip mall area in Franklin Tennessee…read more I like to patronize places that aren't chains and aren't super popular spots when I travel, as I enjoy being around common folks in areas that I go to. The Pond doesn't disappoint. It is exactly what one would expect when seeking a dive bar atmosphere. A little ratty, a little rowdy and a whole lot of fun. The coup de grace was they had Guinness on tap, which was completely unexpected. We traveled to Franklin looking for an alternative to Broadway in Nashville on our first night in town. It is worth the trip. Franklin is a very old town with great old architecture and buildings over 200 years old that still look stunning. The Pond was the real reason for my drive down although it was our last stop on our tour of Franklin. The staff was friendly, the Hamburger and fries was delicious, and the beer was cold. They have many options to choose from on tap. They have Darts inside and a couch you'd find down in your friends basement that he found on a tree bank trash day, but that simply adds to the dive bar charm. We stayed for one drink and the burger as we were exhausted from a red eye flight the night before. If you're looking for a dive bar that stays open late and apparently gets packed as the night goes on, this is the spot for you. Most places close early in Franklin, so this is apparently the after hours spot that everyone ends up going to when all other options are closed. The Pond reminded me of a few dive bar spots in Vegas, and I have to recommend you pay them a visit, if for no other reason, just to say you've been there.

Stable Reserve is such a gem in downtown Franklin. We originally stopped in just for a quick drink…read moreand snack as a mid-day reset, but it ended up being one of the highlights of our day. We grabbed one of the small outdoor tables on a warm spring afternoon--perfectly shaded, great temperature, and honestly an ideal people-watching spot. I started with the Black Tie espresso martini. I had my eye on the Sunburnt, but since their espresso martinis typically include dairy (and I'm lactose intolerant), the bartender went above and beyond to accommodate me. They made a dairy-free version of the Black Tie and even added coconut--it was absolutely delicious. Jonathan went with the Summer Mule, which was everything you want in a mule with a tropical twist from the pineapple--light, crisp, and refreshing. But the second round is what completely sold us. Jonathan ordered the Double Oaked Old Fashioned--we were warned it was high proof and spirit-forward, which is exactly our style. It did not disappoint. I went with the Tea Time Old Fashioned, made with tea-infused whiskey, and it was everything I hoped for: reminiscent of a sweet tea bourbon, but more bourbon-forward and not overly sweet. Both drinks were dangerously good--we finished them way too quickly. They were unfortunately out of cheese for the charcuterie board, so we pivoted to the "Main Stream Mix" of nuts. Jonathan's official review: "underrated." Honestly, he's right--it was super flavorful and weirdly addictive for a nut mix. The staff were incredibly friendly, and there was even live music playing inside. It was the perfect volume--more of a background vibe than a full performance--so we could easily carry on a conversation without having to shout over it, which made the experience even better. Overall, such a great experience--we wouldn't hesitate to come back!

My friend and I stopped in to extend our evening after dinner. We didn't realize they close at 9pm,…read morebut we were still able to enjoy two drinks before closing. She ordered and I tasted the Lunchbox based on the bartender's recommendation and really enjoyed it as it was strong, well-balanced, and flavorful. I chose the Back in the Saddle, which leaned a bit sweeter and creamier than my personal taste, but that's more a preference thing than a flaw. The vibe is relaxed and inviting overall. As closing time approached, things understandably felt a bit more hurried, but we still appreciated the atmosphere and the quality of the drinks. A nice spot for a casual nightcap, just plan to arrive a little earlier than closing. They were turning several groups away around 8:30+ on a Monday night, but it's Franklin, not Nashville - things wrap up early here.

I found this place on yelp and was very intrigued because I can honestly say I have never been to…read morean Australian restaurant! They had a good happy hour. Our server was really nice. The ambience is beautiful. This is a great place for a date night, but also a nice place to take the family, especially if you want to try some new foods, which our family likes to do! We had the harissa chicken bowl - awesome! There was a chicken dish that starts with an S- can't remember - Al's yummy. All lots of African inspired seasoning. Delicious and unique. My only critique is that the old fashioneds were overly bitter. Otherwise, great experience!

Visited Two Hands Restaurant for the first time to try Australian cuisine, and it was a good…read moreexperience overall. Honestly, it felt more like a fusion-style menu rather than distinct Australian specialties, but the food and service definitely stood out. The place is well maintained, and the highlight of our visit was the service. Our server was amazing -- she took great care of us, explained the menu clearly, and helped us pick dishes, which made the experience even better. For starters, we tried the Burrata with Kasundi and Roti, which was good, though it would've been even better with a bit more roti. The Corn and Jalapeño Fritters were absolutely delicious. For mains, we ordered the Pesto Cavatelli, Malaysian Cauliflower Curry, and the Two Hander Burger. The Malaysian curry was the standout -- full of flavor and really well done. The burger was also perfect, juicy and satisfying. We ended with the banana walnut bread with espresso mascarpone, which was a delicious way to wrap up the meal. Overall, great food, excellent service, and a pleasant ambiance. Definitely worth a visit!

Good solid Cajun food Nice Jabalaya. Fried seafood platter…read moreis tasty Friendly staff. I'm Looking forward to trying the Roast Beef on fries I love the Factory and this is one of many great restaurants in the facility

Ratings Husband - 4 star - roast beef…read moreSon - 4 - alligator Me - 3 - burger Sides - fried green tomatoes & red beans & rice. I got outvoted and they got a 4. Husband got the roast beef. He enjoyed it but thought it was too much bread. He prefers when they pull some of the bread out. It had debris and that's probably why he gave them a 4. We shared a side of red beans & rice. He thought the flavors were nice. I did not. It was like playing a game of find the beans. It was overly spicy and resembled a sausage soup. I've never had soupy red beans & rice (that barely had any beans) before so I wasn't a fan. Son got the alligator and fried green tomatoes. He really liked the sandwich. It looked like it had a nice amount of gator in it. The fried green tomatoes were overly spiced (come on not everything in Cajun food is a heat bomb - I'm from New Orleans so I know my Cajun food). Having said that - the tomatoes were done right. Not greasy and the crisp was good. Me - burger and this was where things went sideways and they lost a star. I have food allergies. I very carefully pick places where I can eat and make sure to stress what I cannot have. It's nothing crazy. Seafood, dairy, eggs.... so I chose the burger with no cheese. I don't like pickles or onions so asked those be removed as well. It comes out, no cheese. Yay! But it had so many pickles in it! I spent a good amount of time deconstructing it. Then there was the meat to bread ratio. 1/3 of the sandwich was just bread. I wasn't a fan of how they placed the burger on it. I thought it was a good idea to make a burger po'boy but the burger should have been placed differently or something. So between the "find the beans" soup and the mostly bread burger? I had to give them 3 stars. Ambiance - typical mall restaurant. Service - solid 4 star.

What a great stop. Food, wine, cocktails and the staff are all really terrific. They have so many…read morenice wines to try and they always elevate their food and cocktails to make everything special. This is such a nice place to sit and talk. Have a drink and a meal or just a snack. Staff are all exceptional and really care that you have great service and enjoy their place. Inside, outside and rooftop seating are available.

Have been there quite a few times and have enjoyed the food and wine each time. Highly recommendread more