Franklin Cafe Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Franklin Cafe, a hidden gem in Boston's South End, where the charm of a cozy lounge meets exceptional New American cuisine. Here, the menu highlights a deft blend of flavors that keep diners returning for more.
- Iconic Burgers: The Franklin Burger and "What's the Craic?" Burger are crowd favorites, perfectly crafted with grassfed beef and generous toppings.
- Exquisite Mains: The Grilled Double Hog Pork Chop, drizzled with a peated whiskey glaze, and Shrimp with Black Pepper Mafaldini showcase bold, imaginative flavors for just $26 and $27, respectively.
- Delightful Starters: Don't miss the Grilled Calamari and Whipped Ricotta & Truffled Honey, perfect for beginning your culinary journey.
Settle in for a night filled with expertly crafted cocktails, delicious food, and an atmosphere that invites genuine connections. Franklin Cafe is not just a meal; it's a communal experience that resonates long after you leave.
STARTERS
WARM CIABATTA BREAD & HUMMUS
Warm ciabatta and house made hummus served with parsley and olive oil.
WHIPPED RICOTTA & TRUFFLED HONEY
Sea salt, sage brown butter, crostini
ROASTED GARLIC & PARSNIP BISQUE
Croutons, EVOO, balsamic gastrique
DUCK CONFIT QUESADILLA
Beet-cherry pachadi, tamarind glaze, citrus crema
GRILLED CALAMARI
Grilled whole tube calamari with garlic, white beans, basil pesto and citron blanc
SMOKY SKILLET ROASTED MUSSLES
Clarified butter, lemon, parsley
SALT & PEPPER CHICKEN WINGS
Pickled jalapeno, sesame seeds, sweet chili
WILD MUSHROOM DUXELLE RAVIOLI
Sherry, thyme and shaved sunchokes
SHRIMP W/ BLACK PEPPER MAFALDI
Mornay sauce, pancetta crumb
CLASSIC HANGER STEAK FRITES
Port demi and roquefort butter. Served with French fries.
ORGANIC CHICKEN W/ 20 CLOVES
Roast sweet potato and garlic, sherry jus
GRILLED DOUBLE HOG PORK CHOP
Peated whiskey glaze, cheesy rutabaga
HORSERADISH CRUSTED COD LOIN
Shellfish-tomato sauce, chive oil, chive mashed potatoes
TURKEY MEATLOAF
Turkish fig gravy and chive mashed potatoes.
SLOW BRAISED LAMB SHANK
Creamy polenta, red wine sauce, gremolata
FRANKLIN BURGER
Grassfed beef, American cheese, slab bacon, brioche bun, lettuce, pickle, red onion. Served with French fries.
'WHAT'S THE CRAIC?' BURGER
Bacon cheeseburger with caramelized onions, hand-cut fries, hanger steak toppings
MAINS
SIDES
SIDE FRIES
LOADED FRIES
A side of crispy french fries topped with port demi, roquefort butter and scallions.
SIDE RUTABAGA
CHIVE MASHED POTATOES
A side of chive oil-infused mashed potatoes
LOADED CHIVE MASHED POTATOES
A side of chive mashed potatoes topped with port demi, roquefort butter and scallions.
KIDS PASTA
A side of pasta with butter & cheese
SIDE BREAD
KETO GRANOLA
FRUIT, YOUR CHOICE OF YOGURT OR ALMOND MILK
SALT & PEPPER CHICKEN WINGS
Pickled jalapeno, sesame seeds, sweet chili
BRUNCH STARTERS
BRUNCH MAINS
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK & EGGS
2 OVER EASY EGGS, BUTTERMILK GRAVY, CHIVE MASH
CORNED BEEF HASH & EGGS
CORNED BEEF & RUSSET POTATO, 2 POACHED EGGS, CIABATTA
FARM EGG BENEDICT
SPINACH, FRESH MOZZARELLA, PUFF PASTRY, HOLLANDAISE
MUSHROOM AND FONTINA OMELET
FARM EGGS, SAUTEED WILD MUSHROOMS, FRIED POTATOES
CHALLAH FRENCH TOAST
THICK SLICES OF CHALLAH, CUSTARD, BERRIES, HALVAH CRUMBLE
AVOCADO TARTINE
POACHED EGG, TOMATO, CILANTRO CHICKPEA, MICRO GREENS, CHILI OIL
BREAKFAST SANDWICH
EGG, AMERICAN & FONTINA, OUR SAUSAGE, CROISSANT, FRIED POTATO
FRANKLIN BRUNCH BURGER
AMERICAN, BACON, LTO, BRIOCHE OR CAULIFLOWER FLAT, FRIES
2 EGGS
SIDE BACON
SIDE SAUSAGE
TOAST & MAPLE BUTTER
GREEK YOGURT
SIDE FRIES
CHIVE MASHED POTATOES
A side of chive oil-infused mashed potatoes