Eat & Drink
Restaurants
Galyn's
Located in Bar Harbor, known for its fresh seafood and steaks.
Distance from Franklin: ~40 minutes
Havana
A Latin-inspired fine dining spot using local ingredients.
Distance from Franklin: ~40 minutes
Jordan's Restaurant
Jordan’s Restaurant is known for it’s famous for wild Maine blueberry pancakes.
Distance from Franklin: ~40 minutes
The Crocker House Country Inn
A charming spot offering traditional American fare with a focus on local seafood.
Distance from Franklin: ~10 minutes
Provender Kitchen + Bar
A farm-to-table restaurant in Ellsworth, serving elevated American dishes with local ingredients.
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes.
Finelli Pizzeria
A delicious pizzeria known for New York-style pizza and subs.
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes
Side Street Cafe
A casual spot for lobster rolls, burgers, and mac and cheese.
Distance from Franklin: ~40 minutes
Route 66 Restaurant
Retro-themed restaurant serving New England comfort food.
Distance from Franklin: ~40 minutes
Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast
A great breakfast spot, known for its blueberry pancakes & omelets.
Distance from Franklin: ~40 minutes
Martha's Diner
A popular spot for classic diner food, including hearty breakfasts and sandwiches.
Distance from Franklin ~20 minutes
Helen's Restaurant
A classic Maine spot, serving seafood, homemade pies, and comfort food.
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes
Union River Lobster Pot
A waterfront restaurant in Ellsworth offering classic lobster dishes and fresh local seafood.
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes
Breweries, Wineries, & Distilleries
Atlantic Brewing Company
A well-known craft brewery offering a range of beers.
Distance from Franklin: ~35 minutes
Address: 15 Knox Rd, Bar Harbor, ME
& 52 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, ME
Fogtown Brewing Company
Located in downtown Ellsworth, Fogtown Brewing is known for its creative and diverse range of beers, including IPAs, lagers, and barrel-aged ales.
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes
Airline Brewing Company
This brewery focuses on traditional British-style ales, served in a cozy, pub-like atmosphere. Their flagship beers include English bitters, porters, and stouts.
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes
Strong's Public House & Patio
Strong Brewing is a small-batch brewery with a strong local following. They offer a variety of craft beers, including IPAs, stouts, and seasonal brews.
Distance from Franklin: ~45 minutes
Bar Harbor Cellars Winery
Bar Harbor Cellars is a charming vineyard offering wine tastings from late May to October. They produce a range of wines, including reds, whites, and specialty fruit wines.
Distance from Franklin: ~35 minutes
Bartlett Maine Estate Winery & Spirits of Maine Distillery
Bartlett is Maine’s oldest winery, producing a variety of wines made from local fruits. The adjacent distillery offers small-batch spirits, including rum, gin, and whiskey
Distance from Franklin: ~20 minutes
Dragonfly Farm & Winery
Dragonfly Winery offers a selection of fruit wines and hybrid grape varietals in a tranquil farm setting. They also sell homemade jams and local honey.
Distance from Franklin: ~1 hour
Penobscot Bay Brewery
This spot features both award-winning fruit wines and handcrafted beers. Their cozy tasting room also offers cider, and it’s a great stop for those who enjoy a mix of both wine and beer.
Distance from Franklin: ~50 minutes
Sweetgrass Winery & Distillery
This family-owned winery and distillery produce both wines and spirits, including unique Maine-themed options like blueberry sangria and a locally inspired gin.
Distance from Franklin: ~1 hour and 35 minutes