"Whether you’re coming for a drink, a bite, or both, Franklin Ave. Cocktails & Kitchen is one of the hottest destinations in town. Built inside the historic Franklin Avenue Variety Theatre building, the basement has art on every surface, exposed historic brickwork, and leather-trimmed bar seats. Make a reservation if you plan on dining upstairs, or just walk in, grab a barstool, and watch bartenders mix up some cocktails (and a seasonal selection of mocktails). Every entree is a banger, like the hearty wagyu burger, roasted chicken, and pappardelle bolognese. But save room for dessert and get their ever-changing take on raspado, currently made with maple cinnamon-caramel ice cream, apple cider syrup, and spiced apples." - Jenny Willden