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10/26/2026
Mediterannean Quinoa Salad is proof that a tavern favorite doesn't have to play it heavy—bright, satisfying, and fully capable of stealing the spotlight from your usual order. 🥗😏 Stop by Franklin Tap and give Mediterannean Quinoa Salad the attention it clearly came for.
10/24/2026
Buffalo Chicken Wrap brings the right kind of chaos: grilled chicken tossed with buffalo sauce, cooled down with ranch, then wrapped up with tomato and lettuce in a flour tortilla. Bold, messy-minded, and absolutely worth making your next move at Franklin Tap. 🌯🔥
Stop by Franklin Tap and get the Buffalo Chicken Wrap.
10/22/2026
Today!
Thursday Night Football! The Chicago Bears take on the New England Patriots
We anticipate to be VERY full for pregame today
Bus Times: 5pm, 530pm 6pm (may vary due to Thursday traffic) -we have two busses, so plenty of space
Two return trips post game
$5 Shots of Jeppson's Malört all day! What better way to pregame!?!
Franklin Tap is walkable to all major CTA & Metra lines. Discounted parking in the garage above the bar with validation sticker
10/21/2026
Midweek has a way of testing people. Wednesday All Day Happy Hour has a way of answering back. Franklin Tap is pouring the kind of Wednesday that keeps the week from getting too comfortable. 🍺😏
Stop by this Wednesday and settle in for Wednesday All Day Happy Hour.
10/20/2026
Buy Maplewood Brewery & Distillery Festbier on draft, get a custom Maplewood stein!
10/19/2026
Fish & Chips is the kind of order that makes commitment easy: b**r battered haddock, crisp fries, tartar sauce, and malt vinegar doing exactly what they're supposed to do. Stop by Franklin Tap and make Fish & Chips your move today. 🍺🐟
10/17/2026
Game day plan: skip the steering wheel and let Franklin Tap handle the ride. 🏈 Hop on the Free Shuttle to all Bears Home Ganes heads out October 22, 2026 at 05:00 PM for ticket holders, with return trips after the game—just look for the yellow school bus and Franklin Tap team member with a sign. Sign up with your party and catch an early shuttle to help make kickoff.
10/14/2026
Ahi Tuna Salad is what happens when crisp meets craveable: seared ahi tuna over field greens with tri-colored cabbage, edamame, cucumber, jicima, tomato, and avocado, finished with wasabi aioli and Asian vinaigrette for a little swagger. 🥗🔥 Stop by Franklin Tap and dig into Ahi Tuna Salad.
10/12/2026
Some burgers ask for attention. HH Cheeseburger just takes it. Juicy, cheesy, and exactly the kind of tavern move worth repeating. Stop by Franklin Tap and make HH Cheeseburger your next great decision. 🍔😏
10/10/2026
Cobb Salad is what happens when mixed greens stop being boring: chopped applewood smoked bacon, avocado, diced red onion, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese, and ranch dressing all pulling their weight. Grab a Cobb Salad at Franklin Tap and give your craving a better idea. 🥗😏
10/07/2026
Smash Burger keeps it simple and wins anyway: a 4 oz patty with American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, thousand island dressing, all on brioche. No overthinking required—just show up hungry and order Smash Burger. 🍔😏
10/05/2026
Monday called. We put it on hold. 😏🍺
Make your start to the week a little easier with Monday All Day Happy Hour at Franklin Tap. Come in, settle up with Monday, and stay for the good part.
10/03/2026
K**b Creek Wh***ey Burger is what happens when a half-pound patty cooked to order meets K**b Creek maple bourbon wh***ey glaze, blue cheese crumbles, crispy onion strings, and a pretzel roll—and yes, it's every bit as bold as it sounds. Come in and take a bite. 🍔🥃 ***eyBurger
10/01/2026
Sunday! The Chicago Bears are back at Soldier Field to take on the New York Jets
Ride our FREE shuttle to the game
Bar open at 8am. Brunch, bloody & mimosa specials available all day
Pregame bus times: 10am, 1030am & 11am
Post game has two (2) return busses
Franklin Tap is walkable to all major CTA and Metra lines. Parking available in the garage above the bar for $9 with validation.
Table reservations available on our website (link in bio)
09/30/2026
Chicken Tenders are the kind of no-nonsense favorite that somehow still steal the spotlight—crispy, craveable, and gone suspiciously fast once they hit the table 😏🍗 Franklin Tap knows some classics never need an introduction.
09/29/2026
Just Tapped: Maine B**r Company Dinner
When it comes to IPA it's hard pressed to find better than Maine B**r Dinner. Dare I say, perfect? Its been a few years since we've gotten a keg, and we're excited to offer it again. Don't miss this one, it wont be on long.
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09/28/2026
Just Tapped: Off Color Brewing B**r For Dealing With Relocation
Off Color is b**r for Chicago. The Bears are football for Chicago. So if one has to go to NW Indiana, the other will make a b**r in homage to NW Indiana. This hazy, dry-hppped wheat ale, takes inspiration from the classic hoppy wheat from NW Indiana.
We know Off Color will always call Chicago home. Let's hope the Bears do too.
Looking for a spot to watch the Chicago Bears Monday night game? Swing into Franklin Tap. All screens with full sound and $2 off drafts.
**rfordealingwithrelocation
09/28/2026
Bread Pudding has a loyal following for a reason: cinnamon sugar bread pudding, vanilla ice cream, and caramel sauce doing the kind of sweet talking nobody argues with. One bite in, and it's easy to see why this favorite keeps getting all the attention 😏🍨
09/26/2026
Mahi-Mahi Tacos are bringing the kind of laid-back confidence that doesn't need a big introduction—just a seat, an appetite, and maybe a second look before the first bite disappears. Franklin Tap knows some cravings like to keep things casual and still show off a little 😏🌮
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!
