A tried-and-true spot for an excellent meal, Rue Franklin has a changing menu with French and contemporary Continental fare, such as braised short ribs in a red-wine sauce or skate in a soy–beurre blanc sauce. French doors open onto a beautiful landscaped courtyard for summer dining. The hushed interior of this sophisticated restaurant, with soft colors and swagged windows, is just as pretty.
Despite the trend toward chic and hip eateries, there are some restaurants that retain a timeless appeal, offering a pleasant diversion from what has become the norm. Rue Franklin, reminiscent of a charming, sophisticated Parisian bistro,…
Superb, Gallic-style cuisine and an intimate setting amid a garden terrace combine for the perfect romantic evening.:
In Short
In a transformed 1880s row house near downtown and Allentown, the Rue's interesting rooms, muted colors, cozy bar, intimate tables and lovely garden terrace are the stuff...