J.R. Chophouse is a steakhouse and American restaurant in downtown Franklin, North Carolina, specializing in hand-cut steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, fresh seafood, Southern-inspired cuisine and craft cocktails. Located on East Main Street, the restaurant offers casually elegant indoor dining, outdoor patio seating and a full-service bar for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
Opened in 2023 by Chef James Reaux, J.R. Chophouse features a menu built around classic steakhouse favorites and contemporary American dishes. Steak selections include filet mignon, flame-grilled ribeye, center-cut sirloin and beef medallions with specialty sauces. The restaurant also serves its signature slow-roasted prime rib, prepared with garlic and herbs and offered in several portion sizes. Guests can complement their steaks with additions such as grilled shrimp, jumbo lump crab cakes, sautéed mushrooms or lobster tail.
Seafood is another highlight of the menu, with selections including fresh North Carolina mountain trout, pan-seared Atlantic salmon, jumbo lump crab cakes and the chef’s fresh catch of the day. Other entrées include pork chops, chicken dishes and pasta, with appetizers such as fried calamari, seared tuna, Maryland crab dip and French onion soup.
For a more casual meal, the lunch menu offers burgers, sandwiches, salads, fish and chips, pasta and other American favorites. Sunday brunch features traditional breakfast and brunch dishes such as eggs Benedict, pancakes, French toast, biscuits and gravy, omelets and country-fried steak.
J.R. Chophouse is also a destination for cocktails and wine in downtown Franklin. Its Granite Bar serves handcrafted cocktails, an extensive selection of wines and locally brewed craft beer. The restaurant offers a comfortable setting for enjoying drinks with appetizers or a full meal, whether seated at the bar, in the dining room or on the outdoor patio.
For special occasions, J.R. Chophouse offers a private dining room and a chef’s dining table, providing options for celebrations, small gatherings and more intimate dining experiences. House-made desserts round out the menu.
Whether you’re looking for a steakhouse in Franklin, prime rib, filet mignon, ribeye, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, Sunday brunch, a date-night restaurant, outdoor patio dining or a special-occasion dinner in downtown Franklin, J.R. Chophouse offers a combination of steakhouse dining, American cuisine and a full-service cocktail bar.
