Recent social media posts
06/23/2026
Just Tapped: Phase Three Brewing Chicago Sunshine
This one's for us. Bright and smooth. Perfect for basking in the glow of these concrete giants. Hopped with Cita, Dolcita & Eclipse. Big citrus and stone fruit vibes
06/22/2026
Monday!
$2 off Drafts & great World Cup action all day
06/22/2026
Pulled Pork Sliders have clearly been networking—because everyone seems to know they're the move at Franklin Tap 😏 Three brioche buns loaded with roasted pork shoulder, house-made habanero BBQ sauce, and coleslaw make popularity look very, very delicious. 🔥
06/20/2026
Dad jokes may be undefeated, but today Franklin Tap is raising a glass to the legends who tell them best. Here's to Father's Day, full of big laughs, bold stories, and peak dad energy 🍻😎
06/19/2026
USA v Australia today at 2pm!
Game on with full sound 🔊
Every Friday grab $5 shots of FEW Spirits American Whiskey!
06/17/2026
World Cup action all week!
Catch games with sound 🔊
Today - England v Croatia
Thursday - Mexico v South Korea
Friday - USA v Australia
06/17/2026
Quesadilla at Franklin Tap is what happens when melty Monterey jack & Cheddar cheeses meet corn & black bean salsa and pico de gallo, all tucked into a flour tortilla like they've been plotting this all along 😏🧀 Served with roasted tomato salsa and sour cream, Quesadilla doesn't ask for attention—it absolutely earns it.
06/15/2026
Cubano Panini at Franklin Tap doesn't do subtle. Roasted pork, smoked ham, Swiss, pickles, and yellow mustard on French bread bring the kind of bold, tangy, melty chaos that somehow has its life completely together 😏🥪
06/12/2026
$2 off Spiteful Brewing Working For The Weekend cans every Friday!
It's Friday. You've worked. It's peak Chicago weekend summer.
USA Soccer World Cup @ 8pm on all screens with full sound 🔊
06/11/2026
Just Tapped: .de Weissbier
A classic German Hefe, perfect for summer, perfect for the World Cup!
We're going to have these kegs tapped for a couple weeks, so pair an Erdinger with a game!
Keep an eye out for World Cup glassware to giveaway and a sampling Wednesday, June 25th at 3pm!
ERDINGER Weissbräu USA
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 |
Alerts
Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Franklin Tap posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
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!