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Top Dining Options in Franklin

Browse the best restaurants and dining options in Franklin with top Franklin real estate expert, The Milam Group.

Best Dining Options in Franklin, TN

Franklin, TN offers a dynamic dining scene that blends Southern charm with culinary creativity. From hearty comfort food to globally inspired cuisine, the town caters to a variety of tastes and dining preferences. Many eateries emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients and inviting atmospheres. Whether enjoying a casual bite or a refined meal, Franklin delivers a memorable experience for every occasion.

1. Mi Kitchen

Rating: 4.9/5 stars (679 reviews)
Address: 9050 Carothers Pkwy #104, Franklin, TN 37067, United States
Overview: Mi Kitchen blends the meaning of "Taste, Beauty, and Rice" found in many Asian languages, including Korean, into a fresh dining experience. This modern Korean tapas restaurant offers a unique international twist, combining quality, flavor, and style.
2. Chrysalis Modern Italian

Rating: 4.6/5 stars (470 reviews)
Address: 9040 Carothers Pkwy Suite A201, Franklin, TN 37067, United States
Overview: With a focus on quality, flavor, and creativity, this modern dining experience pairs inventive food and drink with a warm, thoughtfully designed atmosphere. A commitment to genuine service ensures every guest leaves feeling more content than when they arrived.
3. Pasta & Cream

Rating: 4.7/5 stars (596 reviews)
Address: 1203 Murfreesboro Rd, Franklin, TN 37064, United States
Overview: Pasta & Cream is a local gourmet pasta spot just off I-65 in Franklin, TN, known for serving the area for over a decade. Focused on fresh ingredients and attentive service, it offers a welcoming atmosphere and a commitment to meeting every guest’s needs.
4. Brown Bag Cool Springs

Rating: 4.7/5 stars (279 reviews)
Address: 420 Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067, United States
Overview: This bright, inviting café with sidewalk seating offers health-conscious American dishes and catering services. Dedicated to delivering excellent food and service, it reflects a mission of care and kindness with every meal.
5. Beijing Hotpot

Rating: 4.7/5 stars (59 reviews)
Address: 2000 Mallory Ln #310, Franklin, TN 37067, United States
Overview: Hotpot is an interactive Asian dining experience where raw ingredients like meat, vegetables, and noodles are cooked in a flavorful broth at the table. Alongside hotpot, the menu features authentic Chinese, Malay, and Sichuan dishes for a rich culinary experience.
6. Thai Samurai Cool Springs

Rating: 4.6/5 stars (79 reviews)
Address: 1762 Galleria Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067, United States
Overview: Thai Samurai’s elegantly designed cocktail bar offers a relaxing escape with a chic ambiance, expert mixology, and a diverse menu of classic and creative drinks. Influenced by rich cultural flavors, it’s the perfect setting for unwinding and socializing.

EXPLORE FRANKLIN NEIGHBORHOOD

Donnel Milam

Broker | Luxury Listing Specialist

Primary phone
(615) 414-9069
License Number
#283981
Email
donnel@themilamgroup.com
Address
5200 Maryland Way #101,,
Brentwood, TN 37027

Get to Know Me

Donnel is a long-time resident of Williamson County and has been consistently recognized as one of the top-producing agents in her community since she started her real estate career in 2002. Highly professional yet personable, she understands the important role that local knowledge, commitment, follow-through, and strong relationships play in a service-based industry. Her skills as a strong communicator and negotiator–together with her experience and extensive local connections–are why past clients continually reward her with repeat and referral business.

In 1980 Donnel married Bob and they later moved to Nashville where they have called Green Hills, Brentwood, and Franklin “home.” Together they have two well-loved sons and lots of happy grandchildren. A former expert on swimming, diving, football, track, forensics, musicals, rock bands, and dirty socks, Donnel now enjoys beating her husband in Scrabble®.

Donnel loves UNSECRETING™ the great city of Nashville for her clients and referral partners and works primarily with luxury homes, move-up buyers, empty nesters, new construction, and corporate relocation.

Specialties

Marketing and Selling Luxury Homes
Corporate Relocation
New Construction

Professional Affiliations

Greater Nashville Association of REALTORS® (GNAR)
Tennessee Association of REALTORS® (TAR)
National Association of REALTORS® (NAR)
Williamson County Chamber of Commerce

Awards & Designations

Real Estate Broker
Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS)
CLHMS/Million Dollar Guild
Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR)
Top 1% Team Producer Middle TN
Lifetime Diamond Elite Award Recipient

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Top Dining Options in Franklin

Best Dining Options in Franklin, TN

1. Mi Kitchen

2. Chrysalis Modern Italian

3. Pasta & Cream

4. Brown Bag Cool Springs

5. Beijing Hotpot

6. Thai Samurai Cool Springs