Dine-In Experience
Full-service dining in our main restaurant or cozy bar area with attentive table service.
- Comfortable seating for couples and families
- Bar area with TV for casual dining
- Complimentary bread service
⭐ 4.5 (781 reviews)
Visibility score: 90 out of 100Rome Restaurant is Franklin's go-to Italian destination, renowned for exceptional homemade dishes at remarkably fair prices. Customers consistently praise the restaurant's authentic carbonara, hand-breaded chicken fingers, and tender sirloin tips, while highlighting the attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere that makes it a local favorite.
Based on 781 customer reviews
Address: 4 E Central St, Franklin, MA 02038, USA
Phone: (508) 528-4740
Hours: Friday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Monday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Sunday 4:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Thursday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Wednesday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Parking: Recently renovated parking lot with handicap accessible spots including van-accessible spaces
Peak times: Friday and Saturday evenings 6-8pm, Sunday family dinner 4-7pm
Nearby neighborhoods: Franklin Center, West Franklin, Forge Hill
Nearby landmarks: Near Franklin Common, 5 minutes from Legacy Place, Close to Franklin High School
Full-service dining in our main restaurant or cozy bar area with attentive table service.
Quick and convenient takeout with generous portions perfect for leftovers.
Authentic Italian dishes including rare finds like tripe and house-made carbonara.
Complete bar with wine selection and friendly bartenders in our popular bar seating area.
⭐ 4.5 out of 5
781 total reviews
Consistently high ratings with 94% of reviews being 4-5 stars. 18 new reviews this month.
“If you want an excellent mouthwatering meal at an affordable price this is you place. The quality of food is exceptional and the menu has something for everyone. I love there carbonara it is better than anything you would get in the North end and for 1/3 of the price my other half had the chicken fingers and let me tell you they are very picky about fingers and these were a hit. The chicken fingers are homemade and they fries were cooked perfectly. The waitress was very attentive and also the new hostess kept making her way around to help out with extra bread and keeping the table tidy. It is very refreshing to eat at an establishment where the staff care about your experience. If you are in the mood for a nice fresh antipastio this is your place and some excellent Italian food head over to The Rome”
— Joel R“I had a wonderful experience. Our waitress was lovely and bright, not over chatty. The atmosphere was good. The chairs were wildly uncomfortable. But thats an oversight, it was a great experience. This is definitely a senior hang out if you are under 50, probably not the vibe. The food was wonderful, and I would go back.”
— Google Review“First of all I ordered take-out and I have to say the revised parking lot is absolutely AMAZING compared to what it was. Whoever they contracted did an awesome job! My husband needs a handicapped van ramp spot and they had a few of those, as well as the wheelchair ramp they already had. So for my man we ordered the marinated sirloin tips with roasted potatoes and added mixed veggies. My husband loved it, especially the potatoes. He said the steak was juicy and tender, and he also killed the veggies. I had the fettucini Alfredo with grilled chicken and added broccoli. I also ordered garlic bread with cheese. The grilled chicken and broccoli was great. The fettucini was good too. The Alfredo sauce was okay. For me it was slightly bland but definitely not bad. I just personally find the bertuccis Alfredo sauce at the store a little better tasting. Maybe it's because I'm not Italian and don't appreciate that authentic Italian like I should lol. Garlic cheese bread was good too. The portion size is great with both of us having leftovers and my appetite is pretty decent. Picking up the takeout was quick and easy. The takeout person was super nice and sweet.”
— Missy B“One of my favorite places. The food is fantastic and they have tripe, which is hard to find anywhere. We sit in the bar because we really like Karen. She is a wonderful person. No skimping on anything! They have a good size bar and 5 or 6 tables in there. It is always packed!”
— Gloria DecWe accept reservations for parties of 6 or more, but most tables are available for walk-ins with minimal wait times.
Yes, we recently renovated our parking lot with handicap van spots and have wheelchair ramp access to the building.
We have several gluten-free pasta options and can modify many of our dishes to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Both offer full menu service, but the bar area has TVs, a more casual atmosphere, and seats about 20-25 people.
Our portions are generous - most customers take home leftovers, making it an excellent value for families.
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Friday-Saturday 6-8pm
Busiest days: Weekend evenings
Popular this month: Carbonara, Chicken Marsala, Sirloin Tips
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