Franklin Café

This late-night lounging spot has an elegant neighborhood feel. At the full-length bar sit witty regulars who spar with jocular bartenders. Large hanging mirrors can be used to keep tabs on newcomers in elevated booths. The unpretentious menu changes with the seasons. Smokey skillet roasted mussels and grilled corn on the cob are perfectly light fruits of the summer. Boston Bog and Satin Manhattan cocktails wind you up or wind you down, depends on how fast you sip.