Located within the luxurious Harpeth Hotel in downtown Franklin, 1799 Kitchen & Cocktails provides an eclectic mix of dishes drawing from Southern influence. 1799 is a seasonally inspired, chef-driven restaurant concept focusing on regional ingredients. Beyond that, the restaurant offers an extensive wine and whiskey list with over 110 wine selections and over 230 unique whiskeys. The dining room embodies the Tennessee spirit—every facet of the interior ties back to a significant piece of Franklin history. A unique experience for your eyes, ears, and tastebuds!

Featured Sip: Try the "Franklin Fizz," complete with New Amsterdam Gin, Aperol, lemon, orgeat, and egg white.

Visitor Experience Tip: The restaurant offers an extensive wine and whiskey list with over 110 wine selections and over 230 unique whiskeys!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Franklin, this speakeasy craft cocktail bar offers a charming blend of old-world elegance and modern mixology. Hidden in the alleyway behind Mellow Mushroom, Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club exudes a vintage atmosphere with dim lighting, plush seating, and jazz tunes that transport you to the Prohibition era. The skilled bartenders are true artisans, crafting bespoke cocktails using house-made syrups, fresh ingredients, and premium spirits. It’s the perfect spot for those seeking a unique, intimate experience in Franklin’s vibrant nightlife scene.

Featured Sip: Looking to try something new? The "Impassioned Sanctuary" is a carefully crafted cocktail that blends vibrant passionfruit flavors with artisanal spirits, designed to transport you to a place of indulgence and relaxation. This hidden gem marries Asian herbs and the essence of stimulating botanicals all in the delightful embrace of gin. Other ingredients include kaffir lime, lemongrass, lychee, jasmine tea, and Lillet Rouge.

Visitor Experience Tip: Visit on Sunday evenings from 5 - 8 p.m. to enjoy live jazz!

Arrington Vineyards provides a wine country experience complete with award-winning wines, wine tastings in the rustic tasting lodge and "Music in the Vines"—free live music on the weekends—all set among the picturesque rolling countryside of Williamson County. Owned by country music artist Kix Brooks, winemaker Kip Summers, and entrepreneur John Russell, Arrington Vineyards has indeed become Franklin’s wine country.

Featured Sip: Choose from 18 award-winning red, white, and dessert wines. Outdoor bistro and picnic tables are available for picnicking, or you are welcome to bring your blankets and camping chairs to enjoy Arrington Vineyards' beautiful 75 acres. You can purchase wine, gourmet chocolates, cheese, crackers, and sausage in the tasting lodge.

Visitor Experience Tip: Every Saturday and Sunday starting in April, visit for live jazz and bluegrass. Food Truck Fridays will have free live music and food trucks from May to October.

Located in the charming and picturesque town of Thompson’s Station, H Clark Distillery became Company Distilling in 2020. In August of 2014, H Clark Distillery became the first legal distillery in Williamson County in over 100 years. They craft their spirits in the same building local farmers used to house grains before loading them on the railroad for sale generations ago. It’s only fitting that the distillery uses local grains to create high-quality spirits to Gather Around™️.

Featured Sip: Stop by to try their flagship straight bourbon whiskey finished with maple wood.

Visitor Experience Tip: Circa Grill is right next door if you are in search of a great dinner option!

Welcome to Curio Brewing Company, a family and dog-friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy in-house roasted coffee and in-house brewed craft beer. Curio Brewing is a one-stop shop for all your coffee and beer needs. With a wide selection of both, you're sure to find something that satisfies your taste buds. So why not come on down and enjoy a day of relaxation and indulgence?

Featured Sip: Try the "Tonal Puma" golden ale or "Orange-U-Curious," an orange hazy IPA.

Visitor Experience Tip: Curio is family-friendly and even has a kids' playroom at the front stocked with games and toys. They also host a popular trivia night weekly on Wednesdays!

etch is a globally inspired restaurant by award-winning chef Deb Paquette. The original location opened its doors in 2012 in lively downtown Nashville; the second location opened in fall of 2024 in The Factory at Franklin. etch’s eclectic menu incorporates innovative dishes inspired by Deb and Executive Chef Jess Lambert’s favorite regions of the world to leave a lasting impression, or etch, on every diner.

Featured Sip: Visit to taste their Smoked Old Fashioned made with Nelson's Green Brier Tennessee whiskey, house-smoked simple syrup, and bitters, garnished with a cherry and orange peel.

Visitor Experience Tip: Allow plenty of time to enjoy sights around The Factory, or catch sunset on a hill across the street at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm!

Visit Gray’s on Main, a historic Victorian building that was built in 1876 and was a pharmacy for 60+ years. Gray’s elevated Southern food restaurant also features live music from its second-floor performance stage each weekend. It’s the perfect place to experience a piece of Franklin history full of vintage charm.

Featured Sip: The "Anthym Spirit" features 1776 James E. Pepper Rye whiskey, apricot brandy, cynar, benedictine, and house chai bitters. Voted both "Best Cocktail" by Garden & Gun and the South's best whiskey drink, you’ve got to taste one for yourself and discover why they’ve served over 100,000!

Visitor Experience Tip: Take a closer look at the wallpaper inside Gray's.The historic Victorian building was built in 1876 and was a pharmacy for over 60 years. They have a wall of old prescriptions found in the building's attic. Ask a server to tell you the backstory!

Happenchance Social is Nolensville’s one of a kind wine and cocktail lounge that's all about creating the perfect space for you to connect, unwind, and have fun! You can expect exceptional wines, craft cocktails, and inviting small plates.

Featured Sip: Try the "Gangster of Love" signature cocktail made with select blend of rums, coconut, lime, strawberry Campari, gentian amaro, and pineapple.

Visitor Experience Tip: Happenchance is right down the road from Mill Creek Brewing Co. if you're looking to add to an evening crawl!

Leiper's Fork Distillery is honored to bring back a lost art and history to Williamson County, a county that has always put its history and heritage at the forefront. Because of this, Leiper's Fork Distillery pledges to their distilling forefathers and patrons to pour their heart and soul into every drop of whiskey they make.

Featured Sip: The distillery has assembled a team of individuals who share a passion for the history and heritage of Tennessee whiskey. Typical of many small batch distilleries, Leiper's Fork Distillery is family owned and operated.

Visitor Experience Tip: Tours are available at Leiper's Fork Distillery and include a sampling of whiskey in their tasting room. While you're there, check out their merchandise and take a souvenir (or two!) home with you.

Ludlow & Prime Steakhouse prides itself for only using the highest quality ingredients—locally sourced if possible—and for its scratch-made menu.

Featured Sip: Stop by for their Rosemary Lemon Drop, highlighting Belvedere Polish rye vodka, honey rosemary syrup, and fresh lemon juice.

Visitor Experience Tip: Arrive early before dinner and drinks to shop in the Berry Farms Town Center! There's a few boutiques and treats to enjoy in the same plaza.

Mere Bulles is nestled in a beautifully restored, historic, antebellum home reflecting traditional Southern charm. The menu includes unique “NeoSouthern” cuisine—that means an emphasis on seasonal, fresh, local ingredients presented with a Southern elegance. Mere Bulles’ rich and influential history begins with its muse, Mother Bubbles, who was the grandmother of the original owner, after whom the restaurant was named. She was born Michele Bouvier around 1840 in Deauville, grew to become the belle of New York, and later opened one of the most popular restaurants in Charleston, South Carolina. One thing Michele loved throughout her life was champagne. She was known to have as many as a dozen toasts during an evening at her restaurant, and the bubbly was never far from her stove when she was cooking. Her love of champagne earned her the nickname “Mother Bubbles,” which in French is translated as Mere Bulles.

Featured Sip: Their signature drink "Mother Bubbles" boasts St. Germain elderflower liqueur, strawberry purée, lemon, and a bubbles sugar rim.

Visitor Experience Tip: They have a large outdoor patio that is delightful in nice weather with a photo-ready mural backdrop on the wall.

Founded by an avid homebrewer, Mill Creek Brewing Co. is a local brewery in Nolensville complete with a taproom where you can sample their unique brews!

Featured Sip: Be sure to try their fantastic core brews like "Lil’ Darlin’" and seasonal favorites like "Peachy Darlin’" or "Oktoberfest," which pair perfectly with their amazing food menu.

Visitor Experience Tip: Mill Creek has a golf simulator for all to enjoy practicing their swing (also available for rental).

Morning Glory Orchard is a second-generation apple and peach orchard growing over 850 trees. Their award winning hard cider is the only 100% Tennessee hard cider on the market; the apples are all grown, pressed, fermented, and bottled locally in the Volunteer State!

Featured Sip: Named "Roots and Wings," the hard cider is a light, crisp, refreshing cider that is reminiscent of traditional English style ciders. Stop in for a free tasting and then pick up a glass, bottle, or boozy slushie to enjoy as the perfect summer refresher at a picnic table overlooking the gorgeous orchard.

Visitor Experience Tip: Non-alcoholic options are also available for purchase, as well as light food selections and baked goods.Morning Glory is a seasonal business, so please check their website for the most up-to-date store hours.

Located on Main Street in historic Franklin, an original livery stable now serves locally distilled spirits and locally roasted coffee.

Featured Sip: The bar, built around horse stalls, offers tasting flights, coffee-based cocktails, mocktails, seasonal cocktails, and more.

Visitor Experience Tip: Try their bourbon flight for a more in-depth tasting experience! Whiskey lovers can also book a group blending experience to create their own bottles.

The Skylight is a place to connect amidst picturesque architecture and authentic community. The space and drink menu were crafted to celebrate the history and hospitality that make The Factory and the town of Franklin such an iconic place. Whether you’re unwinding after work, starting a night with friends, or passing through after a day of sightseeing, The Skylight is a gathering place for every occasion.

Featured Sip: Try the "Maple Gold Rush," one of their signature cocktails made with Corsair Dark Rye, maple cinnamon syrup, and lemon.

Visitor Experience Tip: You can scan a QR code to order food from the nearby restaurants to enjoy while you're at the bar, including Mojo's Tacos, Edley's BBQ, and more!