Franklin Social - Jersey City, New Jersey

Carmen G.

We had a reservation at the place and we had a nice experience with the waiters. Reservation is recommended because the place gets crowded during this time of the year. A lovely decor for the season is truly a great choice for people who wanted to feel the holiday spirit. The food was good but expect a kick of spices. The holiday drinks were good as well. It’s a pricey place but if you want a different experience then you should visit it and see it. I kept the greeting card because I loved it.

Rajarshi D.

Look you can order a Mac and cheese and fried chicken sandwich at every other place but you will have to agree most of them don’t get it exactly right. A warm and perfect Mac and cheese is like a warm blanket on a cold February evening. A perfect fried chicken sandwich is both tender and crispy and you know you are coming back for it later. That’s my review for this place, it’s just great!

CindyJC

The Miracle Popup bars have brought us to some really neat places that we would not have experienced previously. We stood for a few minutes before 2 bar stools opened and we hopped right in!

Franklin Social bar is small and cozy. I think they were busier than expected and were out of a few things. We however worked it out and the bartender was great! Wish I had gotten his name.

The Brussels sprouts were yummy! Go give it a try!

John A.

Second year stopping by Miracle on Mercer and they have upped their game. Vibes are nostalgic Christmas and the team working was fantastic.

Food, delicious, cannot recommend the Buffalo Cauliflower enough…crispy, savory, just order it! The mains were also fantastic, the pastas were fantastic and the shrimp in the shrimp pasta were HEALTHY.

Drink wise, really enjoyed the Christmasaurous, but all were fantastic….and you can buy a glass if you must.

Update:

A true Jersey City staple and the kind of spot where locals go—Franklin Social is everything you want in a neighborhood public house. The colonial vibes, great specials, and welcoming atmosphere make it a go-to any day of the week.

Beer selection is on point, with plenty of local options on rotation, but their house lager is the standout for me. Food-wise, you really can’t go wrong, but Thursday’s $20 burger and beer combo is the move.

Cocktail lovers, you’re in good hands—if you’re a fan of The Junto, you’ll love this place since it’s run by the same team. If you want to feel like a local, this is the spot. Highly recommend checking it out!

Jackson F.

Super fun pop-up type dinner/cocktail experience. Atmosphere is amazing - cool, nostalgic holiday decor. Attention to detail is 👌

Cocktails were good - most of them are pretty “unique” and lots of complex flavors. Of course they come in festive cups. And strong lol.

Food was also good - we all enjoyed our dishes but not like next level blow you away. Service was a little slow (not terrible!) but overall really enjoyed the experience.

Goes thru 1/5. Worth it for the holiday spirit!

Casey D.

A little late adding this, but such a fun experience! Yes, Miracle is a seasonal “chain” thing, but they really do a great job making it not feel like that. The drinks were good and unique, and all came in fun glasses. The decor was amazing!

Leslie R.

I HAVE TO LEAVE A REVIEW for this place and I am usually not a person to do so. This place was AMAZING, from the bartender, to the food, to the cocktails. I was amazed with the artistry of the bartenders and how good the cocktails are. I went when this place converted to the Miracle of Mercer and I would definitely go back for this experience next Christmas. I am excited to try Franklin Social, can’t wait!!!!

Jenny R.

This is place is beautiful for the holidays. It really gets you into the festive spirit. The lights and the music. The drinks are all top notch. They are strong enough.
The food was ok. The bao buns were yummy. The carbonara was spicy and not creamy. When I usually have it, it is made with cream. It’s not that it tasted bad, it was different than any other I have had.
We were having such a great time that we closed the place. I prefer this location for the ambiance. I prefer Miracle on Bloomfield for the food. I would still return.