Franklin, North Carolina Restaurant Closures and Closed Restaurants

Welcome to Franklin, North Carolina, a charming town nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, home to a population of 27,887. This picturesque locale is known for its vibrant arts scene and stunning natural beauty. Unfortunately, like many places, Franklin has seen its share of closed down restaurants, with some shutting down permanently and others only temporarily closed. Explore the history and stories behind these closures as we remember the dining experiences that once enriched our community.

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Franklin Cafe – Franklin – 1251 E Main St
1251 E Main St
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Stamey’s Cafe – Franklin – 1111 E Main St
1111 E Main St
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Root and Barrel Kitchen & Bar – Franklin – 77 E Main St
77 E Main St
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Cleaver’s – Franklin – 349 Westgate Plaza
349 Westgate Plaza
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Mulligans Bar & Grille – Franklin – 579 Depot St
579 Depot St
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Chris & Charlie’s – Franklin – 1505 Highlands Rd
1505 Highlands Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Don Lalo Restaurant – Franklin – 1024 Georgia Rd
1024 Georgia Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Town Hill Grill – Franklin – 166 E Main St
166 E Main St
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Rizzo’s Bakery & Bistro – Franklin – 91 Georgia Rd
91 Georgia Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently
Willy’s Bar-B-Que – Franklin – 240 Cunningham Rd
240 Cunningham Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
Status: Closed Permanently