Wanderlust World Wanderlust World This local pub in a corner brick building in downtown Franklin serves beer and cocktails in its Southwestern-styled bar. The crowd is a mixture of college students and professionals, depending on what night you go.
Jeff Street Pub
90 East Jefferson Street
Franklin, IN 46131-2321
(317) 738-5350
Housed in a former 1920s hotel with the same name, this restaurant serves food, beer and spirits in both its vintage interior as well as its outdoor dining patio. They have a variety of beers on draft, such as Fat Tire and Sam Adams. Food specialties include their pizzas and chicken wings. The place is also known for its smoker-friendly policy.
The Willard Restaurant
99 North Main Street
Franklin, IN 46131-2335
(317) 738-9668
thewillard.com
This nightclub and entertainment venue offers live acoustic performances, DJ's spinning records and karaoke on a regular weekly basis. They serve a variety of appetizers, sandwiches and pizzas including chicken breast nachos, bacon cheeseburgers and blue cheese deep-dish pizzas.
The Jukebox
188 West Jefferson Street
Franklin, IN 46131-2106
(317) 346-0177
thejukeboxlive.com
With an old-fashioned 10-foot lit sign posted vertically above its entrance, you can't miss this traditional saloon. It is located across from the courthouse, which supplies many of its patrons. They serve a variety of dishes that are more upscale, as well as beer and spirits.
The Saloon
34 East Jefferson Street
Franklin, IN 46131-2321
(317) 346-0312
This well-known American chain restaurant serves traditional fare but also has a separate bar with a selection of bottled beers, margaritas, sangrias, classic cocktails and wine by the glass.
Applebee's Grill & Bar
700 North Morton Street
Franklin, IN 46131-1377
(317) 736-1991
applebees.com
This bar and grill serves Franklin residents and visitors a variety of grilled meat dishes, as well as pizza, soups and salads.
Austin's Bar & Grill
400 North Morton Street
Franklin, IN 46131-1301
(317) 738-3026
This relaxed Tex-Mex chain is known for its sizzling fajitas and thick shakes. Bar patrons can enjoy televised sports and a selection of drinks that include a dozen different specialty margaritas, premium cocktails, draft beer, bottled beer and wine by the glass.
Chili's Grill & Bar
2299 North Morton Street
Franklin, IN 46131-9736
(317) 736-6162
chilis.com
This local bar and grill is close to Franklin College, so expect a younger college-age crowd on most nights. However, all age groups will enjoy the fresh grilled food on the extensive menu.
Bojak's Bar & Grille
377 East Jefferson Street
Franklin, IN 46131-2360
(317) 346-0310