The Franklin in the Bywater

Went there Fri night for dinner. Fantastic meal. Place is nicely adorned on the inside, with a sort of retro feel to the decor. Long bar occupies the left side of the room, with the dining tables assorted throughout the rest of the area. Only real complaint is the noise level - its loud! Got there at 7:30 - no reservations and place was packed, but they had a 2 top open so we were seated immediately. Started the evening off with a couple of their craft cocktails - I had the Hemmingway, a rum based drink. Fiance had a bourbon based drink, made with watermelon. Both were very good. Appetizers were gazpacho with crabmeat croutons and tuna crudo. Both were fantastic. The gazpacho had a hint of citrus to it that was a good complement to the crouton (that did, in fact, have crab in the mix). Crudo was excellent - came with a mix of mint, shallot and watermelon.
Both of us opted for grilled fish for the entrees: she had the grilled red fish with wilted greens, and I opted for the seared swordfish with field crowder peas and arugula. Both pieces of fish had a nice crusty exterior, but still moist inside. Huge, moderately priced wine list (had an Italian Friulano, priced at $45, which accompanied the fish nicely). Finished the night off with aperitifs and a split desert (too drunk to remember at this point). Bill cam to $150.00.
Highly recommend the place.