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09/10/2026
Kirin Ichiban glassware giveaway and sampling tonight!
Kirin is a classic Japanese lager and we have $7 drafts on special all month
Join Kirin reps for a sampling and glassware giveaway tonight at 5pm! Enter for your chance to win tickets to a Sumo & Sushi event in Chicago (winners will be email notified at the end of September)
09/10/2026
Get ready for Founders Oktoberfest Tapping & Cooler Giveaway at Franklin Tap on September 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM 🍻
Prost! Pull on your lederhosen and join us for an afternoon of Michigan's Founders Brewing favorites, including Oktoberfest, Ultimate Oktoberfest, KBS Caramel, Mosaic Promise, Centennial IPA, Breakfast Stout, and Easy Drinking Beer. We'll also have classic German food pairings, Founders reps in the house with samples and swag, and a cooler giveaway drawing at 6pm—must be present to win 🎉
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09/09/2026
Just Tapped: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Oktoberfest
Sierra Oktoberfest has long been a favorite and a keg we look forward to tapping every year. Sierra collabs with a different German brewery for their annual Oktoberfest release and this year is Bavaria's Hoppebräu
This one is drinks super clean and crisp. A nice representation of the style.
09/09/2026
Cauliflower Wings are here to prove that crispy, craveable, and a little bit rebellious can absolutely share the same plate 😏 One bite in, and suddenly your snack standards are much higher. 🔥
09/08/2026
Lederhosen energy: encouraged. Beer lover energy: required 🍺 Join us at Franklin Tap on September 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM for Founders Oktoberfest Tapping & Cooler Giveaway—an afternoon of classic German fare, Founders samples and swag, and a draft lineup that seriously came to play. From Oktoberfest and Ultimate Oktoberfest to KBS Caramel, Mosaic Promise, Centennial IPA, Breakfast Stout, and Easy Drinking Beer, this tap takeover is bringing full fall flavor. Bonus points if you're still here for the cooler drawing at 6pm 👀
09/08/2026
Lederhosen energy is highly encouraged at Franklin Tap on September 16 at 4:00 PM for Founders Oktoberfest Tapping & Cooler Giveaway 🍺
We're pouring a fall-forward lineup from Founders Brewing, including Oktoberfest and barrel-aged Ultimate Oktoberfest, alongside KBS Caramel, Mosaic Promise, Centennial IPA, Breakfast Stout, and Easy Drinking Beer. Expect German food pairings, samples and swag from local Founders reps, plus a cooler giveaway drawing at 6 PM—so don't wander off before the steins settle 😎
09/05/2026
Labor Day was made for raising a glass to hard work, good company, and keeping the long-weekend energy alive 🍻 Franklin Tap is here for the victory lap—easygoing, classic, and just the right amount of spirited. 🇺🇸
09/03/2026
Our Thursday special hits
$6 Krombacher Pils drafts & $5 Jeppson's Malört shots
Get into that holiday weekend!
09/02/2026
Just Tapped: Old Nation Brewing Co. Boss Tweed
A big New England-style for those who love the haze. Coming from Michigan, this beer is always a treat.
09/02/2026
Salmon BLT is what happens when your sandwich order gets a little more interesting 😏 Crisp, savory, and stacked with just the right amount of attitude, Salmon BLT makes every bite feel like the smart choice that still knows how to have fun. 🥪
08/31/2026
Franklin Tap knows Nachos are the table favorite for a reason: refried beans, pico de gallo, house-pickled jalapeños, Monterey jack & Cheddar cheeses, guacamole, roasted tomato salsa, and sour cream doing the kind of teamwork that gets all the attention 🧀🌶️😏
08/29/2026
Weekend All Day Happy Hour at Franklin Tap is the weekend's best personality trait: brunch energy, easy sipping, and zero urgency. Start slow, settle in, and let the day do its thing 🍳🍹
08/26/2026
Franklin Tap made Black Bean Rolls for people who appreciate a little crunch with their swagger: black beans, com, Monterey jack & cheddar cheese rolled in a crispy flour tortilla, with chipotle ranch bringing the smoky side-eye 🌯😎
08/24/2026
Franklin Tap knows Caesar Salad is the kind of popular pick that never has to ask for attention. Chopped romaine hearts, Parmesan cheese, brioche croutons, and Caesar dressing come together like they've been running the room all along 🥗😏
08/22/2026
Turkey Burger at Franklin Tap is bringing main-character energy: a house-made ground turkey patty stacked with provolone, avocado, pickled red onion, habanero aioli, and brioche like it fully understands the assignment 🥑🔥
08/19/2026
Wednesday called. It wants better plans. Franklin Tap has Wednesday All Day Happy Hour ready to carry the middle of the week with Well Crafted Wednesdays energy, good pours, and even better company 🍺😎
08/17/2026
Franklin Tap knows Chimichurri Steak Salad has a fan club for a reason: chimichurri-marinated flank steak piled over mixed greens with roasted red & green peppers, roasted corn, avocado, cherry tomato, red onion, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette. Basically, the overachiever of the table 🥩🥑
08/15/2026
Franklin Tap presents Shrimp Tacos for anyone who likes their cravings with a little swagger. Shrimp Tacos show up, steal the spotlight, and leave absolutely no room for boring bites 🌮😏
08/15/2026
We're back!
The Bears are back at Soldier Field for the first time in 2026. Ride our free shuttle to all home games this year!
Shuttle times today: 10am, 1030am, 11am
Post game we have one return trip, 30 minutes after the game ends
$9 parking in the garage above the bar; walkable to all major Metra & CTA lines
08/14/2026
Just Tapped: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Kellerweiss
A Sierra classic makes its return. It's been years since we've had this beer tapped at Franklin Tap and it's tasting as good as ever. A hefeweizen brewed using a traditional Bavarian technique. Flavorful with a hazy golden color. Perfect for a late summer afternoon.
Address
325 S Franklin Street
Chicago, IL
60606
To access the bar & grill and gastropub and beer bar located on S Franklin Street in Chicago, here are the directions:
By Public Transport: Take any train or bus that goes to The Loop. Exit at the Monroe Station then walk southwest on S Franklin St for about a block. The venue is located on the left side of S Franklin St.
By Car: From Lake Shore Drive, take the Randolph Street exit towards The Loop. Then turn right onto N Wabash Ave., then left onto Madison St., followed by a right turn onto S Wells St. Finally, make another right turn onto S Franklin St. There is street parking along with nearby parking garages available as well.
*Note: Please follow all traffic rules and regulations in Chicago, particularly when parking in public areas.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 12am |
| Friday |
11am - 12am |
| Saturday |
11am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 8pm |
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What people say
The Franklin Tap is a must-visit bar and grill in the heart of Chicago's Financial District. This gastropub offers an extensive selection of craft beer, with 12 rotating taps and over 80 bottled and canned options. The menu features delicious tavern favorites such as burgers, wraps, salads, and Guinness stew that are made-to-order. The atmosphere is perfect for watching sports on one of the many TVs or enjoying all-day brunch every Saturday and Sunday. With a decade of experience under their belt, the team at The Franklin Tap knows how to make any occasion downtown seamless and fun. Don't miss out on this neighborhood gem located on S Franklin Street!
