Suggestion for Lunch in Franklin NJ

[elmdt1229]

I am treating my sister and her daughter-in-law to lunch for the DIL's birthday. I am looking for a nice restaurant in Franklin NJ for lunch - not worried about price. I don't know DIL's food preferences so would probably prefer standard American fare or Italian. Thanks.

[ambrose]

As menton1 has pointed out, Sparta isn't far away. I would head for Alice's Restaurant. If the weather is nice, you may still be able to sit outside. Great view.

[Picnicchef]

There is not too much going on in that neighborhood (it's en route to my lake house) However, in Lafayette there are some cute little spots near the antique center.

[elmdt1229]

Thanks for the suggestions. I am sure one of them will work for us.

[menton1]

About the only thing that Franklin is distinguished for is that it has the last Starbucks before the Poconos! :)

Next town, Hamburg, has the Irish Pub, but better would be to go 8 miles to Sparta area with more choices:

Mohawk House, Homestead, Tanti Baci, Casa Mia, and Kroghs.

P.S. The "Franklin" in Somerset is always called "Franklin Township". "Franklin" always refers to the town in Sussex. Just sayin'.

[Mr. Bingley]

The Franklin in Sussex Co. or the Franklin in Somerset Co. or the Franklin in Warren Co.? :)

[JustJake]

I'll take the Somerset possibility. Recommend Girasole, an Italian up on Rte. 28 (Union Ave) in Bound Brook right across the street from Effinger's Sporting Goods. VG, recommend a reservation and it's a BYO, so rock out with a fine Barolo or your favorite Super Tuscan.

Sophie's Bistro (yes, I know it's French) down on Hamilton in North Brunswick (just over the Somerset border) is also excellent..

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Sophie's Bistro
700 Hamilton St, Somerset, NJ 08873

[elmdt1229]

I am sorry I wasn't sure where Franklin NJ was located but I have been told it is in Sussex County. French would be good, too.

[Mr. Bingley]

Don't be sorry! Our NJ is just a funny state with at least 3 towns with the same name!

For the Sussex Franklin maybe you want to try one of the restaurants at the <a href="http://www.crystalgolfresort.com/Abou... Springs</a> golf resort nearby? That may be the best, although probably very over priced, option.