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WHERE TO EAT

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THE DETAILS

Cuisine(s):
American, Fusion,

Meals Served:
Dinner
Late Night

Entree Price:
$13 - $20

Payment Type:
American Express
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Features:
Group Friendly

Alcohol Type:
2 a.m. Liquor License

Reservations Required:
Lunch Not Needed
Dinner Not Needed

Neighborhood:
Boston
South End

Hours:
W-S, Su-T: 05:00 PM-02:00 AM

Also Featured in:
Best of Boston 2008 French Fries, Best of Boston 2006 Restaurant, Late-Night Dining, Best of Boston 2005 Neighborhood Restaurant, South End, Best of Boston 2003 Restaurant, Late-Night Dining

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Franklin Café

278 Shawmut Ave.
Boston, MA 02118

Phone: 617-350-0010

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Fax: 617-350-5115
Email: info@franklincafe.com

Website: franklincafe.com

The Franklin is famous for its perfectly mixed cocktails, but with fewer than a dozen tables, it’s equally well known for its long, long waits. Even into the wee hours (a full menu is served until 1 a.m.), expect to find at least one group waiting ahead of you. Once you’re seated, though, you’ll be doted on and generously fed with classic, hearty favorites including smoked pork chops, split-pea soup, and turkey meatloaf. The changing seasonal menu makes this café a regular stop for South End neighbors in search of a sophisticated, well-priced meal.

Featured In

Best of Boston 2008 French Fries
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Best of Boston 2006 Restaurant, Late-Night Dining
Sure, there’s what seems like an interminable wait for one of the nine tables. But that’s only because all the hip...

Best of Boston 2005 Neighborhood Restaurant, South End
It’s trendy, it’s tasty, it’s open till 1:30 a.m. What’s not to like? Well, there is the wait to be seated...

Best of Boston 2003 Restaurant, Late-Night Dining
In a town that goes to bed early, it's nice to know there's still a place where insomniacs can get a decent bite to eat. The Franklin...

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