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After a massive grand opening on Wilkes-Barre's Parade Day, March 15th, 2015, Franklin's earned it's notoriety as what would become one of NEPA's most popular downtown bars. Located in the heart of downtown Wilkes-Barre, Franklin's vintage and relaxed feel has brought customers back again and again. Franklin's offers more then just one of the largest drink selections in NEPA. The menu which includes homemade pulled pork, delectable burgers, and even unique favorites such as poutine, has the valley traveling downtown to see how good Franklin's really is. So whether it's a quick lunch break for downtown businesses or a wild Saturday night with cold drinks and live entertainment, Franklin's is here to deliver. Come and check out Wilkes-Barre's newest downtown bar for yourself!

In our best Mariah Carey voice ✨it’s timeeee✨ If anyone would like to donate towards our 14th annual Valley Santa benefi...
11/05/2026

In our best Mariah Carey voice ✨it’s timeeee✨

If anyone would like to donate towards our 14th annual Valley Santa benefit whether it be baskets, gifts, gift cards/certificates or a monetary donation, please let us know! (Message or call us (570)-829-6444)

For those of you who cannot donate, even sharing the post helps more than you know!

All proceeds will be donated back to the Valley Santa organization. They help provide for the children need every holiday season.

Everyone is encouraged to come to the event where there will be a hot buffet included in your admission price!

The event will be held this year on Thursday December 17th from 5:00pm-8:00pm!

It’s your last chance at scoring free tickets! It’s also, • $6 BURGER NIGHT AT FRANKLIN’S! •              (6:00pm - 9:00...
11/05/2026

It’s your last chance at scoring free tickets!

It’s also,

• $6 BURGER NIGHT AT FRANKLIN’S! •
(6:00pm - 9:00pm)

These burgers include a beef patty, cheese, and a bun with a side of chips! You can also build up your burger with other toppings at an extra cost!

🌙- Late Night Menu Starts at 9:00pm!

See you soon 👋🏼

We know everybody loves free stuff, am I right?

We are giving you the chance to see legendary hip-hop group ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT LIVE at the F.M. Kirby Center on November 11th at 7:30 PM?
We’ve got your chance to win tickets! 🔥🎤

HERE’S HOW TO ENTER:
👇 Comment below and tag your concert buddy you’d LOVE to bring with you to the show!

That’s it! You’ll be entered for a chance to win tickets to an unforgettable night of legendary hits and incredible live music!

Winner will be announced on November 6th at 4pm!
(Rodanos giveaway is separate)

Good luck! 🍀

✨🔥 YUENGS & WINGS 🔥✨ Happy Tuesday! You already know what day it is, it’s wing night over on the square! Miss Brianna is...
11/03/2026

✨🔥 YUENGS & WINGS 🔥✨

Happy Tuesday! You already know what day it is, it’s wing night over on the square! Miss Brianna is working on this sunny day and shaking up some delicious drinks for you guys to sip on! Wing night starts at 5:00pm and ends at 9:00pm, of course we have $3.00 Yuengling pints and 75¢ wings in orders of 6, 12, or 18! IN HOUSE ONLY

Our Featured Flavor of the Week:

🍗🔥🧂- Salt, pepper and garlic Wings

Our Other Specials:

🥣- Minestra Soup
🥣- Stuffed Pepper Soup
🍰- Pumpkin Cheesecake

See you soon 👋🏼

🪩🌞 SUNDAY FUNDAY 🪩🌞 Happy Sunday everyone! Come on down and see Matthew and Grace for some fun sips and tasty eats! Spea...
11/01/2026

🪩🌞 SUNDAY FUNDAY 🪩🌞

Happy Sunday everyone! Come on down and see Matthew and Grace for some fun sips and tasty eats!

Speaking of tasty eats we have a pretty good special for you guys!

🍣- Salmon Bites:

We know you all LOVE our Tune Bites, so we thought let’s run a Salmon Bute special! One piece of salmon cut up into 8 pieces and seared to perfection in teriyaki sauce. Served with a side of Cusabi sauce.

See you soon!

We know everybody loves free stuff, am I right? We are giving you the chance to see legendary hip-hop group ARRESTED DEV...
10/30/2026

We know everybody loves free stuff, am I right?

We are giving you the chance to see legendary hip-hop group ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT LIVE at the F.M. Kirby Center on November 11th at 7:30 PM?
We’ve got your chance to win tickets! 🔥🎤

HERE’S HOW TO ENTER:
👇 Comment below and tag your concert buddy you’d LOVE to bring with you to the show!

That’s it! You’ll be entered for a chance to win tickets to an unforgettable night of legendary hits and incredible live music!

Winner will be announced on November 6th at 4pm!
(Rodanos giveaway is separate)

Good luck! 🍀

✨ T H I R S T Y THURSDAY! ✨ It’s a brew-tiful day to be behind the bar! Just ask Matthew and Phillip! It’s also, • $6 BU...
10/29/2026

✨ T H I R S T Y THURSDAY! ✨

It’s a brew-tiful day to be behind the bar!
Just ask Matthew and Phillip!

It’s also,

• $6 BURGER NIGHT AT FRANKLIN’S! •
(6:00pm - 9:00pm)

These burgers include a beef patty, cheese, and a bun with a side of chips! You can also build up your burger with other toppings at an extra cost!

🌙- Late Night Menu Starts at 9:00pm!

See you soon 👋🏼

🔥 YUENGS & WINGS 🔥 I promise this isn’t a joke, it’s wing night down at Franklins again with 75¢ Wings and Yuengling pin...
10/27/2026

🔥 YUENGS & WINGS 🔥

I promise this isn’t a joke, it’s wing night down at Franklins again with 75¢ Wings and Yuengling pints for only $3.00!! Come down from 5:00pm to 9:00pm to enjoy our flavor of the week, orders of 6, 12, or 18. IN HOUSE ONLY!

Our featured flavor of the week:
🍗🔥🔥- Inferno Dry Rub

OUR OTHER SPECIALS:
🥣- Chicken Noodle Soup
🍰- Pumpkin Cheesecake

Chilly weather calls for some serious comfort food! 👻(or a comfort drink 😉)Creamy, cheesy homemade mac & cheese piled hi...
10/25/2026

Chilly weather calls for some serious comfort food! 👻
(or a comfort drink 😉)

Creamy, cheesy homemade mac & cheese piled high with tender, slow-roasted pork, drizzled with sweet BBQ sauce! 🤤
Now that’s the kind of goodness that warms you up from the inside out!

Come say hi to Matthew and Grace & get yours before it’s gone!!

10/22/2026

✨ IT’S T H I R S T Y THURSDAY! ✨
Matthew opens at 12 and we are ready to shake drinks up and see all of your amazing faces! Don’t be shy stop on by and say hi!

Then later on we got another amazing bartender coming in….of course it’s the one and only Phillip Woods in the house!

• $6 BURGER NIGHT AT FRANKLIN’S! •
(6:00pm - 9:00pm)

These burgers include a beef patty, cheese, and a bun with a side of chips and a pickle! You can also build up your burger with other toppings at an extra cost!

🌙- Late Night Menu Starts at 9:00pm!

See you soon 👋🏼

🔥🍗 YUENGS & WINGS 🔥🍗 It’s a beautiful day to come in and visit Brianna for our Yuengs and Wings night happening from 5:0...
10/20/2026

🔥🍗 YUENGS & WINGS 🔥🍗

It’s a beautiful day to come in and visit Brianna for our Yuengs and Wings night happening from 5:00pm to 9:00pm! We have our Yuengling Pints for $3.00 and 75¢ wings! In orders of 6, 12, or 18! IN HOUSE ONLY

Our Featured Flavor of the Week:

🍗🍁- Spicy Maple Brown Sugar

Our other specials of the week:

🥣- Beef and Broccoli Soup
🍰- Pumpkin Cheesecake

Address

53 Public Square
Wilkes-Barre, PA
18701

Opening Hours

Tuesday 2pm - 9pm
Wednesday 2pm - 9pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 2am
Saturday 12pm - 2am
Sunday 12pm - 9pm

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