The Franklin Cafe Menu

Welcome to The Franklin Cafe, nestled within the charming Gibson Inn in Apalachicola, Florida. This delightful eatery captures the essence of coastal cuisine with its vibrant brunch menu and inviting atmosphere.

  • The menu features standouts like shrimp and grits and chicken and waffles, both lauded for their delicious execution.
  • A must-try appetizer is the fish dip, accompanied by soft, fresh bread that's perfect for dipping.
  • For those craving breakfast delicacies, the French toast platter and ham and cheese omelet are crowd favorites, renowned for both flavor and presentation.

With a warm and friendly staff, and an atmosphere that's both clean and bright, The Franklin Cafe offers not just a meal but a memorable dining experience. Don't miss their Salted Caramel Cheesecake for a perfect ending!

N/A Beverages - N/A Beverage

Coke

US$2.99

Diet Coke

US$2.99

Sprite

US$2.99

Lemonade

US$2.99

Sweet Tea

US$2.99

Unsweet Tea

US$2.99

Coffee

US$2.99

Decaf Coffee

US$2.99

Coke Zero

US$2.99

Orange Juice

US$4.00

Pineapple Juice

US$4.00

Cranberry Juice

US$4.00

Milk

US$2.99

Chocolate Milk

US$2.99

Hot Tea

US$2.99

Arnold Palmer

US$2.99

Acqua Panna

US$8.00

Apple Juice

US$4.00

Water

US$0.00

Ginger Ale

US$2.99

Pelligrino

US$10.00

Soda Water

US$2.99

Tonic Water

US$2.99

Espresso

US$4.00

Dbl Espresso

US$5.00

Virgin Bloody Marry

US$5.00

Bottled Water

US$3.99

Shirley Temple

US$3.49

Mocktail

US$7.50

Coke

US$2.99

Diet Coke

US$2.99

Sprite

US$2.99

Lemonade

US$2.99

Sweet Tea

US$2.99

Unsweet Tea

US$2.99

Coffee

US$2.99

Decaf Coffee

US$2.99

Coke Zero

US$2.99

Orange Juice

US$4.00

Pineapple Juice

US$4.00

Cranberry Juice

US$4.00

Milk

US$2.99

Chocolate Milk

US$2.99

Hot Tea

US$2.99

Arnold Palmer

US$2.99

Acqua Panna

US$8.00

Apple Juice

US$4.00

Water

US$0.00

Ginger Ale

US$2.99

Pelligrino

US$10.00

Soda Water

US$2.99

Tonic Water

US$2.99

Espresso

US$4.00

Dbl Espresso

US$5.00

Virgin Bloody Marry

US$5.00

Bottled Water

US$3.99

Shirley Temple

US$3.49

Mocktail

US$7.50

N/A Beverage

Breakfast Mains - Breakfast Mains

Southern Fried Chicken & Waffles

US$19.00

Homestyle French Toast

US$17.00

Bagel & Lox

US$19.00

Biscuits & Gravy W/Eggs

Franklin Classic Breakfast

Gibson Inn Sourdough

Breakfast Wrap

Ham And Swiss Croissant

US$17.00

Breakfast Mains - Breakfast Sandwiches

Breakfast Mains - Build your own Omelet (3 Eggs)

Omelet

US$17.00

Bacon

US$8.00

Sausage

US$8.00

Ham

US$8.00

2 Eggs

US$8.00

Potatoes

US$8.00

Fruit

US$8.00

Biscuits

US$8.00

Belgian Waffle

US$10.00

Grits

US$8.00

Cheese Grits

US$8.00

Side Gravy

US$6.00

Breakfast Mains - Sides

Breakfast Mains - Mike's Pies

Granny Apple Crisp

US$12.00

Key Lime Pie

US$12.00

Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheesecake

US$12.00

Bread Pudding

US$12.00

Southern Fried Chicken & Waffles

US$19.00

Homestyle French Toast

US$17.00

Bagel & Lox

US$19.00

Biscuits & Gravy W/Eggs

Franklin Classic Breakfast

Breakfast Mains

Breakfast Sandwiches

Gibson Inn Sourdough

Breakfast Wrap

Ham And Swiss Croissant

US$17.00

Omelet

US$17.00

Build your own Omelet (3 Eggs)

Sides

Bacon

US$8.00

Sausage

US$8.00

Ham

US$8.00

2 Eggs

US$8.00

Potatoes

US$8.00

Fruit

US$8.00

Biscuits

US$8.00

Belgian Waffle

US$10.00

Grits

US$8.00

Cheese Grits

US$8.00

Side Gravy

US$6.00

Seasoned French Fries

US$6.00

Southern Style Coleslaw

US$6.00

Soup Of The Day

US$8.00

Vegetable Of The Day

US$6.00

Side Salad

US$8.00

Fresh Catch

US$12.00

Chicken

US$12.00

Grilled Shrimp

US$12.00

Grilled Asparagus

US$6.00

Grilled Broccoli

US$6.00

Lemon-Thyme Basmati Rice

US$6.00

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatos

US$6.00

Smoked Gouda Grits

US$6.00

French Fries

US$6.00

Brussels Sprouts

US$6.00

Rosemary Potatoes

US$6.00

Andouille Sausage

US$8.00

Sausage Patty

US$8.00

2 Eggs Your Way

US$8.00

Bread

US$4.00

Yogurt

US$6.00

Fresh Fruit

US$6.00

Granny Apple Crisp

US$12.00

Key Lime Pie

US$12.00

Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheesecake

US$12.00

Bread Pudding

US$12.00

Mike's Pies

Lunch Menu - Starters

Seafood Dip (GF)

Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onions, Grilled Pita

US$19.00

Deviled Eggs

US$17.00

Crab Cakes

Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette, Remoulade Sauce

US$26.00

Pimento Spread

US$19.00

Pimento Cheese

US$4.00

Nashville App

US$17.00

1/2 Raw Oysters

US$16.00

1/2 Fried Oysters

US$16.00

1/2 Rockerfeller Oysters

US$17.00

Full Raw Oysters

US$30.00

Full Fried Oysters

US$30.00

Full Rockerfeller Oysters

US$32.00

Lunch Menu - Local Oysters

Lunch Menu - Greens

Salad - Franklin (GF)

Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Heirloom Grape Tomatos, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Shallot Dijon Vinaigrette

Apalachicola Caesar (GF)

Southern Fried Oysters, Romaine Hearts,Shredded Parmesan, Diced Red Onion, Radish, Caesar Dressing

US$25.00

The Panhandle

US$17.00

Classic Steakhouse Wedge (GF)

Applewood Smoked Bacon, Heirloom Grape Tomatos, Diced Red Onion, Crumbled Blue Cheese Dressing, Balsamic Glaze

US$17.00

Franklin Cheeseburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$17.00

Fresh Catch Sandwich

Blackened, Fried, or Gilled. On a Toasted Brioche Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Remoulade Sauce

US$22.00

Seafood Po'Boy

Choice of Gulf Shrimp, Scallops, or Oysters. Fried, Grilled, or Blackened, on a Toasted French Bread, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Remoulade Sauce

US$20.00

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

US$18.00

Franklin Hamburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$15.00

Lunch Menu - Handhelds

Lunch Menu - Mains

Pasta Pomadora

US$19.00

Brown Rice Bowl

US$19.00

Alfredo

US$19.00

Seasoned French Fries

US$6.00

Southern Style Coleslaw

US$6.00

Soup Of The Day

US$8.00

Vegetable Of The Day

US$6.00

Side Salad

US$8.00

Fresh Catch

US$12.00

Chicken

US$12.00

Grilled Shrimp

US$12.00

Lunch Menu - Sides

Lunch Menu - Desserts

Key Lime Pie

US$12.00

Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

US$12.00

Tiramisu

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheese Cake

US$12.00

Bread Pudding

US$12.00

Fried Shrimp

US$9.00

Chicken Tenders

US$9.00

Grilled Cheese

US$9.00

Pasta

US$9.00

Lunch Menu - Kids Menu

Starters

Seafood Dip (GF)

Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onions, Grilled Pita

US$19.00

Deviled Eggs

US$17.00

Crab Cakes

Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette, Remoulade Sauce

US$26.00

Pimento Spread

US$19.00

Pimento Cheese

US$4.00

Nashville App

US$17.00

Conch Fritters

US$17.00

1/2 Raw Oysters

US$16.00

1/2 Fried Oysters

US$16.00

1/2 Rockerfeller Oysters

US$17.00

Full Raw Oysters

US$30.00

Full Fried Oysters

US$30.00

Full Rockerfeller Oysters

US$32.00

1/2 Rockerfeller

US$17.00

Full Rockerfeller

US$32.00

Local Oysters

Greens

Salad - Franklin (GF)

Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Heirloom Grape Tomatos, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Shallot Dijon Vinaigrette

Apalachicola Caesar (GF)

Southern Fried Oysters, Romaine Hearts,Shredded Parmesan, Diced Red Onion, Radish, Caesar Dressing

US$25.00

The Panhandle

US$17.00

Classic Steakhouse Wedge (GF)

Applewood Smoked Bacon, Heirloom Grape Tomatos, Diced Red Onion, Crumbled Blue Cheese Dressing, Balsamic Glaze

US$17.00

Side Salad

US$10.00

Franklin Cheeseburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$17.00

Fresh Catch Sandwich

Blackened, Fried, or Gilled. On a Toasted Brioche Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Remoulade Sauce

US$22.00

Seafood Po'Boy

Choice of Gulf Shrimp, Scallops, or Oysters. Fried, Grilled, or Blackened, on a Toasted French Bread, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Remoulade Sauce

US$20.00

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

US$18.00

Franklin Hamburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$15.00

Handhelds

Mains

Pasta Pomadora

US$19.00

Brown Rice Bowl

US$19.00

Alfredo

US$19.00

Key Lime Pie

US$12.00

Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

US$12.00

Tiramisu

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheese Cake

US$12.00

Bread Pudding

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheesecake

US$12.00

Desserts

Kids Menu

Fried Shrimp

US$9.00

Chicken Tenders

US$9.00

Grilled Cheese

US$9.00

Pasta

US$9.00

Shrimp

US$9.00

Kids Chicken Tenders

US$9.00

Seafood Dip (GF)

Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onions, Grilled Pita

US$19.00

Deviled Eggs

US$17.00

Conch Fritters

US$17.00

Crab Cakes

Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette, Remoulade Sauce

US$26.00

Charcuterie

US$30.00

Charcuterie Board

US$30.00

Steamed Mussels

US$37.00

Pimento Spread

US$17.00

Dinner Menu - Small Plates

Dinner Menu - Local Oysters

1/2 Raw Oysters

US$16.00

Full Raw Oysters

US$30.00

1/2 Fried Oysters

US$16.00

Full Fried Oysters

US$30.00

1/2 Rockerfeller

US$17.00

Full Rockerfeller

US$32.00

Salad - Franklin (GF)

Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Heirloom Grape Tomatos, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Shallot Dijon Vinaigrette

Apalachicola Caesar (GF)

Southern Fried Oysters, Romaine Hearts,Shredded Parmesan, Diced Red Onion, Radish, Caesar Dressing

US$25.00

The Panhandle

US$17.00

Side Salad

US$10.00

Classic Steakhouse Wedge (GF)

Applewood Smoked Bacon, Heirloom Grape Tomatos, Diced Red Onion, Crumbled Blue Cheese Dressing, Balsamic Glaze

US$17.00

Dinner Menu - Greens

Dinner Menu - Entree

Jumbo Shrimp And Grits

Blackened Apalach Jumbo Shrimp, Grilled Andouille Sausage, Tasso Gouda Grits, Crawfish Julie Sauce

US$32.00

Red Grouper

Simply Grilled, Lemon Thyme Basmati Rice, Grilled Broccolini

Crab - Stuffed Baked Flounder

Smoked Tomato Butter Sauce, Spinach and Wild Mushroom Terrine

US$36.00

Prime Black Angus Filet

US$49.00

Pork Tenderloin

Grilled, Charred Corn Relish, Stewed Black Beans and Rice

US$35.00

Pan Roasted Chicken Breast

Free Range Chicken Breast, Natural Pan Jus, Sweet Potato Pancake, Southern Style Collard Greens

US$34.00

Franklin Cheeseburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$17.00

Prime Black Angus NY Strip

US$49.00

Steak Frites (GF)

Grilled Flat Iron Steak, Pommes Frites, Baby Arugula, Chimichurri Sauce

US$42.00

Franklin Hamburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$15.00

Red Fish

US$37.00

Dinner Pasta Special

US$35.00

Steamed Mussles

US$37.00

Bacon Jam Pasta W/ Mussels

US$35.00

Duck Risotto

US$37.00

Grilled Asparagus

US$6.00

Grilled Broccoli

US$6.00

Lemon-Thyme Basmati Rice

US$6.00

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatos

US$6.00

Smoked Gouda Grits

US$6.00

French Fries

US$6.00

Brussels Sprouts

US$6.00

Soup Of The Day

US$8.00

Side Salad

US$8.00

Dinner Menu - Sides

Dinner Menu - Desserts

Key Lime Pie

US$12.00

Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

US$12.00

Tiramisu

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheese Cake

US$12.00

Bread Pudding

US$12.00

Grilled Cheese

US$9.00

Kids Chicken Tenders

US$9.00

Shrimp

US$9.00

Pasta

US$9.00

Dinner Menu - Kids Menu

Small Plates

Seafood Dip (GF)

Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onions, Grilled Pita

US$19.00

Deviled Eggs

US$17.00

Conch Fritters

US$17.00

Crab Cakes

Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette, Remoulade Sauce

US$26.00

Charcuterie

US$30.00

Charcuterie Board

US$30.00

Steamed Mussels

US$37.00

Pimento Spread

US$17.00

Jumbo Shrimp And Grits

Blackened Apalach Jumbo Shrimp, Grilled Andouille Sausage, Tasso Gouda Grits, Crawfish Julie Sauce

US$32.00

Red Grouper

Simply Grilled, Lemon Thyme Basmati Rice, Grilled Broccolini

Crab - Stuffed Baked Flounder

Smoked Tomato Butter Sauce, Spinach and Wild Mushroom Terrine

US$36.00

Prime Black Angus Filet

US$49.00

Pork Tenderloin

Grilled, Charred Corn Relish, Stewed Black Beans and Rice

US$35.00

Pan Roasted Chicken Breast

Free Range Chicken Breast, Natural Pan Jus, Sweet Potato Pancake, Southern Style Collard Greens

US$34.00

Franklin Cheeseburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$17.00

Prime Black Angus NY Strip

US$49.00

Steak Frites (GF)

Grilled Flat Iron Steak, Pommes Frites, Baby Arugula, Chimichurri Sauce

US$42.00

Franklin Hamburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$15.00

Red Fish

US$37.00

Dinner Pasta Special

US$35.00

Steamed Mussles

US$37.00

Bacon Jam Pasta W/ Mussels

US$35.00

Duck Risotto

US$37.00

Entree

Brunch Menu - Starters

Seafood Dip (GF)

Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onions, Grilled Pita

US$19.00

Deviled Eggs

US$17.00

Conch Fritters

US$17.00

Crab Cakes

Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette, Remoulade Sauce

US$26.00

1/2 Raw Oysters

US$16.00

Full Raw Oysters

US$30.00

1/2 Fried Oysters

US$16.00

Full Fried Oysters

US$30.00

1/2 Rockerfeller

US$17.00

Full Rockerfeller

US$32.00

Brunch Menu - Local Oysters

Brunch Menu - Breakfast Classics

Biscut & Gravy With Eggs

Two Buttermilk Biscuits, Classic Sausage Gravy, & Two Eggs Your Way

Homestyle French Toast

Thick Cut Brioche Bread, Cinnamon & Grand Marnier, Tupelo Honey, Powdered Sugar

US$17.00

Bagel & Lox

Premium Smoked Salmon, Everything Bagel, Tupelo Honey Cream Cheese, Red Onion, Capers, and Fresh Dill

US$19.00

Southern Fried Chicken & Waffle

Belgium Waffle, Fried Chicken Strips, Spicy Tupelo Honey Butter, Warm Maple Syrup

US$19.00

Franklin Classic Breakfast

Two Eggs Your Way, Rosemary Roasted Potatos or Stone Ground Organic Grits, Applewood Smoked Bacon or Sausage, Toast or Biscuit

Jumbo Shrimp And Grits

Blackened Apalach Jumbo Shrimp, Grilled Andouille Sausage, Tasso Gouda Grits, Crawfish Julie Sauce

US$32.00

Traditional Eggs Benedict

Grilled English Muffin, Country Ham, Arugula, Poached Eggs, Lemon Hollandaise, Choice of Rosemary Roasted Potatos or Stone Ground Organic Grits

US$20.00

Filet Eggs Benedict

US$24.00

Breakfast Wrap

Ham And Swiss Croissant

US$17.00

Brunch Menu - Brunch Classics

Brunch Menu - Lunch Classics

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

US$18.00

Franklin Cheeseburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$17.00

Franklin Hamburger

US$15.00

Seasoned French Fries

US$6.00

Southern Style Coleslaw

US$6.00

Grits

US$6.00

Rosemary Potatoes

US$6.00

Bacon

US$8.00

Andouille Sausage

US$8.00

Vegetable Of The Day

US$8.00

Sausage Patty

US$8.00

2 Eggs Your Way

US$8.00

Bread

US$4.00

Yogurt

US$6.00

Fresh Fruit

US$6.00

Cheese Grits

US$6.00

Side Gravy

US$6.00

Belgian Waffle

US$8.00

Brunch Menu - Sides

Brunch Menu - Kids Menu

Grilled Cheese

US$9.00

Shrimp

US$9.00

Kids Chicken Tenders

US$9.00

Pasta

US$9.00

Key Lime Pie

US$12.00

Reese's Peanut Butter Pie

US$12.00

Tiramisu

US$12.00

Salted Caramel Cheesecake

US$12.00

Bread Pudding

US$12.00

Brunch Menu - Desserts

Breakfast Classics

Biscut & Gravy With Eggs

Two Buttermilk Biscuits, Classic Sausage Gravy, & Two Eggs Your Way

Homestyle French Toast

Thick Cut Brioche Bread, Cinnamon & Grand Marnier, Tupelo Honey, Powdered Sugar

US$17.00

Bagel & Lox

Premium Smoked Salmon, Everything Bagel, Tupelo Honey Cream Cheese, Red Onion, Capers, and Fresh Dill

US$19.00

Southern Fried Chicken & Waffle

Belgium Waffle, Fried Chicken Strips, Spicy Tupelo Honey Butter, Warm Maple Syrup

US$19.00

Franklin Classic Breakfast

Two Eggs Your Way, Rosemary Roasted Potatos or Stone Ground Organic Grits, Applewood Smoked Bacon or Sausage, Toast or Biscuit

Jumbo Shrimp And Grits

Blackened Apalach Jumbo Shrimp, Grilled Andouille Sausage, Tasso Gouda Grits, Crawfish Julie Sauce

US$32.00

Traditional Eggs Benedict

Grilled English Muffin, Country Ham, Arugula, Poached Eggs, Lemon Hollandaise, Choice of Rosemary Roasted Potatos or Stone Ground Organic Grits

US$20.00

Filet Eggs Benedict

US$24.00

Breakfast Wrap

Ham And Swiss Croissant

US$17.00

Brunch Classics

Lunch Classics

Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap

US$18.00

Franklin Cheeseburger

1/2 Pound Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese,Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pickle, Toasted Brioche Bun

US$17.00

Franklin Hamburger

US$15.00