The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company

The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company is a cocktail bar at 1711 Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, centered on creative drinks and late-night outings. The venue describes itself as a drinking establishment, with cocktails that are imaginative, occasionally experiential and made with generous pours. The focus is firmly on the bar experience rather than a conventional restaurant setting.

The entrance is unmarked, giving the venue a discreet presence on Rittenhouse Square. That understated arrival connects with its Prohibition-era bootlegging backstory, while the interior takes a different historical cue through low lighting and a 1920s-inspired atmosphere. The combination creates a moody setting for drinks, conversation and evenings that extend beyond dinner hours.

The Franklin’s cocktail style is built around inventive presentations and spirited experimentation. Drinks are intended to feel distinctive without losing the convivial character of a neighborhood bar. The setting suits guests looking for a dedicated cocktail stop, a late-night drink or an intimate gathering in a more atmospheric environment.

Private events are part of the venue’s offering, with the bar available for intimate corporate events and social gatherings. The dark, period-inspired setting gives group occasions a clear sense of place while keeping the emphasis on drinks and connection. It can work for hosts seeking an alternative to a standard event space, particularly when a cocktail-led format fits the occasion.

The venue operates in the evening, with later service on Friday and Saturday than on Sunday through Thursday. Reservations can be made through the venue’s table-booking service. The Franklin Mortgage & Investment Company is best suited to cocktail-focused visits, late-night plans and private gatherings that call for a distinctive interior atmosphere.