Franklin820

This tidy dive has the incongruous feel of what might happen if a sports bar was erected in a town with tumbleweeds, was somehow magically teleported to Brooklyn, and had a classy hookup with a gastropub. In other words, it cannot be called smug or pretentious in any way. There are custom cocktails and decent eats. And the bartenders are such experts in human behavior that they will size you up and know exactly how you lived your day and what specifically brings you to this establishment."You were thrown out of the house by your ex-wife, who invited you in for a one-time hookup -- part of an open door policy you both agreed on years ago -- that proved unsatisfactory for both of you. This was followed by the hard toss of one week's worth of clothing, aimed at the gorse bushes that you planted at the Bay Ridge property you bought thirty years ago for full metaphorical effect and because she wanted to make sure you'd have to do your laundry again. And then you sprinted up 3rd Avenue, hopped the turnstile naked, tossed your clothes over the metal bars, and quickly put on the least dirtiest boxers, pants, shirt, and socks. Miraculously, you still had your wallet on you, which is how you're going to pay for the old fashioned -- or, at least, OUR riff on the old fashioned -- that I'm about to pour you. Because that, sir, is your favorite drink."Well, sure enough, this charming young bartender absolutely sized your pal Johnny up. He knew everything! Down to a tee. Every goddamned detail! I asked him how he knew and he said that it was a bit like Sherlock Holmes and deductive reasoning. Whatever remains, however improbable, is the truth. The dude couldn't elaborate further.Factor in vivacious souls and the funny regulars who hit this place and you've got yourself a very cool bar, with bartenders who can size you up like Nostradamus. Of course, if you're the self-conscious in any way, this omniscience is likely to disturb you. But for old Brooklynites like your pal Johnny, it was just what the doctor ordered. And even though your pal Johnny was served with a restraining order from the old lady just ten minutes after finishing his first drink (how had the process servers found me?), the convivial atmosphere was enough to lighten the millstone. Your pal Johnny vowed there and then after three drinks not to sleep with any of his previous paramours. If your pal had been to any other bar, the evening probably wouldn't have ended on a note of wisdom!

This bar is great. I love Karaoke Wednesdays, is definitely is vibe. The drinks are great and get the job done specifically the frozen drinks. I love their tater tots and wings. The vegan burger was alright.

Franklin 820 was okay. The decor was cute, though no particular theme. There is a bar and a small menu.I was drawn here by the great pictures of the cheesy sloppy joe, but unfortunately it was disappointing. It wasn't particularly cheesy and the sloppy joe was dry and crumbly. The tater tots were good though. Mac and cheese and the spinach artichoke dish were fine, but small and not worth $10 each. The pita chips for the dip were good, though seemed packaged. Didn't get a chance to try a drink, but the $10 frozen margarita looked enticing.The place seemed more like a nice bar scene. They also had cute little nooks for a more intimate feel.Overall I wouldn't come out of my way, but if I'm ever in the neighborhood, I might give it another try.

This was an excellent choice to kick back in the neighborhood spot. The place is very inviting once you get inside and have a seat. The energy is magnetic and it pulls you into whatever they got bouton at the time. As the food is excellent...nothing we purchased was a bad decision or choice and we had a table full of foods. This is my go-to spot!!!!

Came Saturday night around 6:30 early March, and got to enjoy the happy hour deal (ends at 7pm). $5 well drinks, $6 beer and shot, and $6 beers. Had a crowd but definitely not super packed. Stayed for two rounds and enjoy some good conversations with friends. Super cozy and laid back space to hang.

Update : It has been six years since I first walked in this bar, it has become my official haunt... I can safely say this is the friendliest and diverse bar in the neighborhood, but this bar has now turned its focus onto being more community attentive, the food is the best it's ever been and They have the world's most best and famous Margaretas!!!! Look for big things from Franklin 820 in 2022!!!!! Please follow them on Instagram @Franklin820

Cool spot. The bartender was chill We came in towards the end of happy hour. We ordered The wings The pretzel One cheese burger w/ side salad Veggie burger (the vegetarian option don't remember if they marked as a vegetarian burger) w/ friesI still remember the side salad. Oddly I thought it was the best thing of the night (not saying that the rest of the food wasn't good but it was just REALLY good to me for some reason) The wings were also pretty tasty I wasn't so big on the pretzel but the dipping sauce it came with was great Good local spot will come back again Wasn't a fan of the whole self seating thing but I can live

Went to this place to try something different. Sat at the bar wasn't acknowledged for 10 minutes. Then The bartender asked another customer who was sitting (not at the bar) "are you being helped" ? of course everyone wasn't of color only us. So you figure it out.

Burgers and beers and playoff baseball desired, and found. After a day at the nearby Brooklyn Museum we found this place that fir the bill. Good food, pub vibe, fine ales. Just what the doctor ordered.

Great wings! And great service always! Rustic atmosphere , just a cool spot to get a cold beer and chill out