Gracious Plates on Main is a locally owned, farm-to-table restaurant in downtown Franklin serving thoughtfully prepared dishes made with fresh ingredients, including proteins and produce sourced from local and regional farms and producers. Located on East Main Street, the restaurant serves lunch and dinner throughout the week along with weekend brunch.
The menu features a changing selection of steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and other entrées alongside fresh salads, small plates and shareable appetizers. Steak selections and chef specials vary, with dishes such as ribeye, filet, New York strip and other cuts appearing on the menu and among seasonal features. Seafood offerings can include scallops, shrimp and other chef-prepared selections. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available.
Gracious Plates has a full bar featuring craft cocktails, wine, beer and spirits. Seasonal and specialty cocktails change throughout the year, while a selection of wines provides options for pairing with lunch, dinner or small plates.
Weekend brunch adds another dining option, with selections such as steak and eggs, omelets, waffles and the restaurant’s signature GPOM Smothered, featuring a fried gouda grit cake, eggs and truffled white cheddar fondue.
Guests can dine indoors or outside on the covered Main Street patio. The restaurant is family-friendly, with a kids menu available, while its inviting atmosphere, full bar and dinner menu also make it an option for date nights, celebrations and special occasions.
Whether you’re looking for locally sourced food, steak, seafood, craft cocktails, wine, weekend brunch, vegetarian or vegan options, outdoor dining or a sit-down meal in downtown Franklin, Gracious Plates on Main offers a locally focused dining experience in the heart of Main Street.







