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    Gus's Franklin Park Restaurant

    3.4 (125 reviews)
    PriceySeafood
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Seafood platter
    Sadie G.

    Busy on a Friday night - reservation recommended! Our party of 2 sat at the bar and ate dinner there. Chairs were not very stable, no hooks for purses to hang. An older spot that seemed to have a lot of regulars, which is always a good sign! Overall, food was great! Seafood is definitely the move. Cup of coleslaw appetizer is offered to everyone - very unique! Never seen that before. Would have loved to order another wine and dessert, but by the time we were asked our to-go order was almost ready. We were a little disappointed.

    Cold slaw and Kaiser roll.
    Patty H.

    I'm updating this. Went back and experienced the same problems with the hostess and seating. Food was just okay. They forgot the wine. They did bring complimentary cold slaw and a random huge Kaiser roll over to the table. I guess it's a tradition but not really what most people are looking to eat nowadays. It's too bad, but there's no reason for us to go back.

    Daniel B.

    Had a wonderful dinner at Gus's this past Saturday evening. Second time I've dined there, both times I was happy with what I ordered and happy with the quality, quantity and service. This time around I ordered the Mussels Marinara and it was outstanding ! An abundance of mussels and pasta, I think the best I've ever had. The sauce lacked a little basil and oregano, but was tasty nonetheless. The presentation was very original for this dish ! I was totally satisfied ! Had baked/stuffed clams for an app., don't bother, mostly breading.. Highly reccomended !

    Amy P.

    This place is a 3 1/2 star for now. It has a lot of potential. I have to go back soon. I Stopped in for the first time for lunch. Restaurant is very cute, with lots of nostalgic photos all over. It was a very cozy, at home feeling. I ordered a Gorgonzola salad with blackened chicken, and my friend got the fried calamari. The Fried calamari was the most tender delicious fried calamari she said she had had in the United States! It was absolutely lightly battered and perfect. My salad was very good, the chicken was very flavorful,spiced well and a perfect accompaniment to my Gorgonzola salad. We were both very happy! I can't wait to stop in again and possibly have dinner there. Waiter was extremely friendly and nice.

    The full bar.
    David D.

    After seeing the many positive reviews of Gus's, we were intrigued to try it for ourselves when we were in the neighborhood for lunch recently and we were totally "blown away"! An unassuming exterior leads you into a full service bar and restaurant that compares well to (and surpasses) larger and fancier eateries. The place was not crowded so the three of us were seated immediately. The staff was friendly and helpful. There were so many "favorite" items on the menu we were having a hard time deciding! Complimentary bread was served - and replenished when requested. Fresh Cole Slaw too! That's delicious on its own! Started with the clam chowder - both New England and Manhattan is available. We tried both - flavorful and thick. We opted for salads - with grilled chicken and with grilled shrimp. Again - well prepared, well seasoned and generously plated. We were full but couldn't resist a dessert. Rice pudding and a slice of Key Lime Pie hit the spot! We will definitely be back!

    Fried seafood combo, shrimps, cod fish and oysters
    Louise F.

    If you enjoy old-school dining and who doesn't when the food is tried and true then head over to Gus Franklin's on Halstead Ave in Harrison. Besides the restaurant there is an adjacent fish market with gourmet products for sale. A very long time ago my Dad who worked then owned Oscar J Abels in Mt Vernon supplied them with their fish. No one in my family has eaten there in years but after my great lunch today I'm sure that will change. Helping my Uncle celebrate a belated birthday he had the broiled salmon with broccoli rabe (very generous portions on both). I had the beer batter combo. Two jumbo shrimps perfectly dipped and fried as well as two juicy oysters and an equally moist piece of cod fish with fries. I only wish they would let you substitute a green salad for the fries. I asked and was told no. I pushed it and said even with a cost and he said no. Your options are vegetables of the day or mashed potatoes, white or brown rice. I stuck with fries. Cole slaw and big rolls came out first. They were not dinner rolls but the big round rolls you'd get as a sandwich. They were wasted on us. Cole slaw was average. The only thing I didn't like was the tarter. It was a very yellowish color and super thick. I believe it "broke" but didn't say anything. I used some of the cocktail sauce and then asked for malt vinegar and went with that. The price for lunch with one diet soda was a respectable $42.

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    We love everything about this restaurant! The food is incredible especially the salad the service is a 10 out of 10! Love love love it here!

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    Excellent food. Booths are nice. Old school charm!!!!! Great place . Excellent seafood menu.

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    Great food. Love their lobster roll. I definitely recommend eating here. Casual dining. Gets busy weekend evenings.

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    Seafood platter was small, overcooked and dried out. Meals are overpriced. Not on my list of recommendations.

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    GREAT fish! Friendly service! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Check out the family history!

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