Everything I tried here was delicious! The owners are very kind and know the regulars. I'd love to try some wine from the store next door. The grillo I tried was my favorite, and all the small plates were tasty. I'd love to try the pasta (my favorite meal as a vegetarian), but the hummus and veggies and the bread and cheese definitely sufficed for a vegetarian meal with wine. Cute spot! read more

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Went to a Yelp Elite event here and honestly didn't expect to love it as much as I did. The Franklin is this cozy little wine bar and kitchen that used to be a bodega -- owner Elliot totally transformed it. Everything's plant-based, which fits perfectly since it's World Vegan Month, and the food was so good you forget it's all vegetarian. We tried olives, salad, cheese, bread -- all simple but full of flavor. They focus on natural wines (about 85% of their list) and even offer plant-based wines. I started with the Franklin White (Grillo), which tasted like a funkier pinot grigio, then moved on to a rosé and a Grüner -- both super easy to drink. Kril was behind the bar and Nate Moises kept everyone smiling. It's a chill spot with outdoor seating for about 20 people, one bathroom (noted ), and a great happy hour from 5-7 Wed-Sun. Fridays and Saturdays they bring in a DJ, so I'll definitely be back for that vibe. Loved the energy, the people, and how genuine the whole experience felt. Perfect spot for anyone who loves good wine, good music, and a relaxed Brooklyn night out. read more

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My wife and I came here after work on a Friday for Happy Hour. We were greeted by a cheerful waiter and told to sit anywhere. The inside was cosy but we decided to sit outside in the lovely garden-like outdoor front patio. The menu isn't extensive but was clearly curated to do what it does well. Servings were perfect sized for a date - enough to satiate, not fill. We had the Franklin Spritz and Lychee Me cocktails. They were excellent and potent! We shared the Cacio e Pepe, which was rich, creamy and delicious. The pasta tasted hand-made and had a nice al dente bite. We left feeling tipsy and energized- we look forward to returning! read more

The Franklin - The Franklin Spritz and Lychee Me cocktails - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I came here in the evening and this place is so cozy and classy! The place is dim lit with warm lightening at the bar and tables. I felt like the room was giving me a hug. I am definitely going to be back for some girl dinner and wine. They also have a big selection of mocktails and all the food is entirely plant based and vegan - WHAT?! The cheese I had was so good that I thought it was a mistake! Coming back immediately to try the pasta! Let's support our local black owned businesses! Cheers friends! read more

Cute little corner spot that catches your eye right away - it's esthetically pleasing and somewhat gives that privacy vibe - you won't miss it cause it has a portrait painted on the bldg of Old Dirty bastard - inside its cozy and very romantic. Dimly lit with candles on all the tables. This place used to be a bodega and the owner Elliot totally transformed it into this beautiful wine bar that also serves cocktails and also has a plant based menu. For our elite event - we had the opportunity to drink 3 delicious wines - first was a Grillo aka The Franklin - nice white wine - almost like a funky Pinot Grigio. Second - a rose - cute - and lastly - Gruner - which was my favorite they staff paired all our wines with hummus and some veggies - some cheese jam and bread with a side of grapes and a wonderful fresh caesar salad. Everything was great! Things to note - they have happy hour from 5-7 Wednesday - Sunday. Fridays and Saturdays they will be bringing in a DJ - would definitely return to see what kind of vibes that will be giving. They do offer private events and private wine tasting events. Stop on in if you're ever in the neighborhood Elliot the owner is pleasant and very informative. Had a great time. Thank you to the staff and Morlene and Erin for putting this together. read more

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Chill, nice, and very welcoming wine bar with a warm backstory. Dim lighting, sexy tables, wood finishes Variety of drink options and delicious snacks. Patio would be perfect in the summer but we came late fall. read more

The Franklin - View from the side of the bar and the neighborhood. - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I found this place on yelp and heard about it via socials so I decided to come and try it out. Although they didn't have many pescatarian options. I was able to choose something. I wanted to try their tuna ceviche but it was out of stock. So I would say they need to make sure that doesn't happen constantly. Food: 5/5 I ordered the yucca fries. They were delish. My first time ever trying them and I was not disappointed. They were just the right amount of crispy and the dipping sauces which were an aioli and chipotle mayo sauce paired so well while sipping on my lychee martini. Service: 3/5 my waitress whose name I forgot was really nice. Although I wished he would checked more to ensure that I was okay. He did give me a sample of a French sweet wine resiling which was delish. I'd love to go back and a bit earlier to get the full experience Ambiance: 5/5 cozy, intimate, nice for a date night or just to go out drab drinks and chat. It's small but just the right amount of space. I like it a lot and will return. The music was pretty chill would love to hear some jazz and chill r&b but overall great experience. read more

The Franklin - Yucca fries - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The space is stunning and I've been here for wine and cocktails! I also nibbled on their charcuterie board with an array of tasty cheese, meats, pickled fare and olives! It's great for a meet up with friends. I love the moody sexy lighting and I can definitely see this being a great spot for a date night or meeting someone at the bar. The staff were supper friendly and it's just a gorgeous space for chilling and throwing back a glass of wine for 3! read more

I came here for an event and I would definitely be back. The bartender was very nice and offered many samples of the different wines. I loved the wine; I had and would come back to try other items. One of the owners was there and he was very friendly. He said they are trying new menu items and to come back. This is a perfect place to drink alone or on a date. It has nice inmate atmosphere. The bathroom lighting is red; a great place for a selfie picture. read more

The Franklin - Inside - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I love this wine bar and will forever be my go to place in Brooklyn. The customer service is always great in the vibes in here are always impeccable. I hope they never change. read more

The Franklin - Happy hour Bianca - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This spot is the perfect place for a date night! Finally, I can hear good music and also hear my dinner date without screaming at the top of my lungs. The place is small, but has ample seating due to its extension on the sidewalk. What's nice about the sidewalk seating is that it's framed in so you don't feel like a passerby will steal a fry off your plate. Inside has a few art pieces & mood lighting. Now onto the food- I went when they had a special pop-up menu from Brooklyn Suya. The sampler & lamb chops were delicious. The sampler was shrimp, chicken & steak on bread which sounds meh, but you have to try it. Otherwise they have charcuterie boards and grilled specialty sandwiches. The happy hour was good $10 cocktails and ~$8 happy hour glasses of wine. There was also happy hour food like $5 bread which I didn't get to try. The waiter seemed to be new, but he was accommodating. I asked him to close the door because of the draft & he did, brought out our happy hour drinks & gave us background when asked with a smile. I said he was new because at times we had to prompt him for information like the pop-up food menu, check-ins for status of the order & happy hour deals, but I could tell he was genuinely upbeat. read more

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My brother forced me to hang out with him late Saturday night and I'm glad he did. This place is a vibe. Its a nice place to hang out with friends and its sexy enough for a date. The ambience, the drinks, food and service was a 10/10. I bumped into a friend who was in town from ATL and I joined her friends. We ordered a bunch of appetizers and drinks. I forgot to take pictures. I had a few thyme martinis and sampled the lychee martini. Both were really good and I left with a buzz. Drink prices were $13-18. The grilled cheese was so good. I needed the grease to soak up the liquor. The bread pudding with the berry compote was a perfect ending. You scan the barcode on the table for the menu. You can order and pay from your phone. My brother sat at bar and ordered there. Its relatively close to my house so I found a chill spot to hang out after work and late nights. read more

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This is definitely a place to try! New wine bar in the neighborhood. Black Owned! My friends and I decided to dine here on a Saturday afternoon and I'm thrilled that we did. Small but beautifully decorated. There is outdoor seating around the building with a cool mural and flowers. Great if you want ti have a drink outside. There are a few tables indoors. They don't seem to take reservations, so if you have a larger party, I'd arrive early. HAPPY HOUR DAILY UNTIL 7 Drink Menu is extensive. As it is a wine bar, there are several wine options. But it doesn't end there. There's a large cocktail list as well that seems to have been carefully curated. LOVED the Hugo spritz and thyme martini! Food: not pictured is the chicken confit which is delicious, the grilled cheese with fig spread and caramelized onions was heavenly, the potatoes are a must, and the beet and goat cheese salad is light and tasty. The food options are lite bites but you can certainly make it a meal by ordering a lot. More so tapas style. Hope they add a few more options like a small pasta and possibly flat breads. Servers are very accommodating and there is a good crowd here. I will definitely be back! read more

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Food: delicious Service: Quick and welcoming Ambiance and Decor: modern and stylish Bonus: It's a black owned business and close to Franklin Ave Shuttle and Nostrand Ave A/C trains. They will cater to you and make you feel like the guest of honor. It's an absolute must try! read more

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Nice restaurant. Probably the best restaurant experience I had in Brooklyn all weekend. Really great service at the Bar. I ordered the brown stew snapper-the fish was cooked perfectly. I didnt really taste any seasoning on the cabbage. The rum punch was heavy on the rum-it was great. Would definitely return. read more

We were looking for a spot that had HH to have a quick drink before dinner. This bar has great vibes and good drinks. The playlist was killer and made us want to stay longer. Would definitely be cute for a date. Didn't get to try the food but will go back for snacks and drinks again! read more

We stopped by here after celebrating a whole blackity black weekend in honor of Juneteenth. When we arrived there was only one other patron there at the bar reading a book and sipping on Rosè. Air conditioning was at a crispy chill and was the perfect getaway from the weather outside. Service from the bartender waitress was amazing and she ensured that I enjoyed my meal and experience. It's local and I definitely will be back to try other cocktails and entrees. So SUPPORT this black owned business! read more

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One of my go-to date spots. Great wine selection and cocktails. The manager gives great recommendations. read more

The Franklin - Mezcal Margarita - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Yuka fries had an amazing crisp, the Brussel sprouts were good, could have been cooked longer and the Japanese chicken thighs were okay. Service was good. Ambiance was very calm. They need to update the menu, it stated most of the items were out of stock and it wasn't! I'll be back tho. read more

The Franklin - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cute and cozy black owned spot with a great natural wine list! Paul behind the bar was so attentive and knowledgeable about the wine selection. Would definitely bring someone here for a first date or if I was showing friends from out of town my favorite spots. I only had the cheese and meat plate, so I can't speak for the food really. I plan to go back and try though! read more

The Franklin - Chilled red - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Best wine bar in the neighborhood! Paul and Dimitrius at the bar offer amazing service! Knowledgeable about wines and the wines on tap are the best I have had! Wide variety of wines from natural to traditional Pinot Noir. Please order the bread with the coco butter is amazing and Black owned. Great background music, not overbearing, cool place to catch up with a friend or a romantic date spot. Welcome to Bklyn! read more

This was a lovely spot. We stopped by for some girl time and drinks. It was a beautiful place from the outdoor seating to indoors. We opted for a table and were greeted warmly. Unfortunately the first two selections we requested from their menu we were told that they did not have including the Toscana. We ended up having the Rose and the Franklin red. We enjoyed the olives and had a beautiful start to our evening. read more

Very cute laid back spot! Wish they had more food options though. They have prosecco on tap. Staff members are quite nice, we even met the owner! read more

I don't think anyone understands how amazing this place is. I've celebrated my birthday, Halloween, work joys, and many more at the Franklin! The bartenders are some of the most wonderful and sweet people I've ever met. The wine is TOP TIER!!!!!!! The happy hour is to die for. And don't even get me started on the bread and butter. The food is incredible !!! 10/10. My favorite place in my neighborhood and will go here every week forever. I love you guys!! read more

My new favorite spot in Bedstuy. Just recently added a happy hour. Great selection of wines of course and tasty lite bites. There's a wonderful patio that I'm looking forward hanging out on when weather sorts itself out. Will be back very soon. read more

The Franklin - Mezcal Margarita - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great vibe and amazing customer service. My friends and I really enjoyed our time here and would definitely recommend the bread and honey butter and also the fingerling potatoes. The ambiance is chill and sexy. Definitely a drink night with the significant other or a night out with the girls. read more

The Franklin - Beer, Wine & Spirits Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Loved the vibe here!! Great spot to grab a drink or a bite to eat! It's intimate and overall just a 10/10 spot. And they have great happy hour deals +++ a dj!!! read more

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Very nice addition to the Clinton Hill Bedstuy Neighborhood. High end yet classy Wine & Spirits Bar. Black Owned! Impeccable service, the Owner is a Class Act and fun fact adjacent to their sister wine shop, Franklin Cellars. There is even delightful bites to eat, cheese plates, charcuterie, grilled cheese served on fancy plates. Very cute small outdoor area! Intimacy at its finest. Spring and Summer will be delightful here. Congratulations! read more

This place is amazing. The ambiance, the setting and the most of all the people. I was there with a group of ladies on a Sunday. Raab made us amazing drinks and Demetrius was super attentive and welcoming. They made us feel good about spending our money there and were happy to answer our questions about wine and food options. During our conversation, we made suggestions for a sweet Lambrusco and more protein rich food options (I can drink more if I eat more). They were happy to hear our suggestions. They also made me laugh a lot during the conversation (I didnt expect that but i'm thanKful lol). The music that was playing perfectly transitioned and became upbeat as its became night. The crowd was diverse and had a good vibe. I live locally and will be back for the amazing drinks, but even more for the good vibes from the people who work there and overall dope atmosphere! read more

Great bartenders. Good wine list. Food is terrible, kitchen needs improvement. Management is not available in person for comment.

I love this place! They are so nice and the vibes are chill. They have delicious food here. Their grilled cheese and fingerling potatoes is my go to but I also sometimes get the chicken which is so tender on the inside and crispy on the outside! Their bread pudding is amazing as well. Service is always great and my only complaint is that I wish they didn't have such an awkward entrance, it's a deep step you have to go up and not the most ADA friendly. read more

Food is delicious, but limited menu. Drinks are delish, service is great! The ambiance is very "new Brooklyn" but I love it! Black owned resto-bar. Check it out! read more

I was there last weekend, it's a beautiful bar I would recommend it to anyone who wants a great chill experience, go to. The Franklin.

Great spot, great addition to the neighborhood, tapas plates are excellent great wine selection all the cocktails are good even the mocktails. read more

Nice spot with a lot of potential I think they will be great in a few months. They have a great selection of cocktails friendly staff as well. Only thing is in time I hope they have a better food menu. read more

Very cute place to have a romantic wine and cheese steak great customer service and overall it's a beautiful place.

This is a fantastic spot for laidback vibes elegant food and well crafted drinks. An absolute must!

Vibe is great - not too crowded, beautifully decorated, great location. Bites are nice and drinks are great without being too pricey !!! 100% going back here read more

Ambiance was really relaxed and chill, service could be improved as server did not check on us often.

The service is mid, for a wine bar. Don't expect a knowledgeable wine sommelier. It's a wine bar with dive bar type service. Me and my date wanted to sit at a four top but the bartender was gatekeeping them for non-existent patrons. The seats sat empty all night. It's much smaller than pictured and some of the items on the menu weren't even available. It was our first time going but definitely the last time. I still tipped 20% because the wine was decent but I could just get it from a wine store, in the future. read more