Cooking from the heart with fresh ingredients comes naturally to Elaine’s on Franklin chef and owner Bret Jennings. Since 1999, diners and critics have been drawn to Jennings’ unique style of regional American cuisine, fusing bold flavors and classical preparation and utilizing the finest local ingredients possible. Elaine’s on Franklin has received rave reviews from Southern Living, Delta Airlines Sky Magazine, Metro Magazine and the Raleigh News and Observer, who gave the restaurant a rare four-star review. Jennings was honored to cook at the James Beard House in New York City, an honor few chefs receive.

“It’s like eating in the big city, but better because it’s here. Refined without being snooty. Totally cool, dark and romantic, full of beautiful people…”
-Sky Magazine, Delta Airlines