Street scene at sunset with a restaurant and brewery sign, "Franklins," and other buildings, under a colorful pink and purple sky.

The Delightfully Unexpected Story of
Hyattsville's Favorite Brewpub + General Store

Where Else Can You Get Award-Winning Beer, Killer Food &
shopping Under One Historic Roof?

A yellow rubber chicken with a black eyepatch and Franklins Exclamation Point on it's belly area, A mascot for Franklins Restaurant and Brewery in Hyattsville.

Deeply Rooted in Hyattsville

A man, Mike Franklin, Smiling, wearing glasses and a brown blazer holding a certificate of recognition for Franklins from the Comptroller of Maryland. Another man smiles behind him.

At Franklins, "local" isn't just a buzzword—it's our foundation.

As an independent, family-owned Hyattsville business, we believe that a rising tide lifts all boats. That's why we've made supporting our community an essential ingredient in everything we brew, cook, and create.

THE HISTORY

and the people behind Franklins.

In 1992, Mike & Debra Franklin purchased the former Hyattsville Hardware Co, a local institution located on a dying strip of Route 1. 

The couple opened Franklins General Store & Deli to recapture the spirit of bustling community activity. The deli soon became a popular lunch spot and eventually outgrew its limited space.

In 2002, Franklins closed the deli portion of the store to open a 200-seat brewpub and double the size of the general store.
As the years pass, Franklins continues to evolve with its transformed outdoor spaces, ice cream shop, and award-winning brewery.

The historical building that reads "hyattsville hardware co" in downtown Hyattsville, now the home of Franklins Restaurant, Brewery, and General Store.
Night view of Franklins Restaurant and Brewery with it's sign lit up. A view from the street looking at the building.
A night view of the front of Franklins Brewery showing the lit up sign with a fresh beer as the main focus.
A cocktail orange drink sitting on a table at Franklins Restaurant and Brewery with a red card that reads 'LOVE'
Five people in their twenties sitting outside on picnic benches at Franklins Brewery holding drinks and wearing faux mustaches.
A view inside Franklins General Store, a Long aisle with multiple aisles full of toys, games, cards, and gifts.
A man smiling, holding a plate of beers, he is the brewmaster, Jeff, at Franklins Brewery in Hyattsville
A white plate with a red background, there is perfectly cooked meat on top of fresh green beans and garnishes to top.
A black flag with a yellow rubber chicken wearing an eyepatch, a Franklins Mascot, outside of Franklins Outdoor Dining Area.
Franklins Outdoor Dining Area - Colorful chairs, string lights, and the wooden tiki bar.
Mr and Mrs Franklin - Owners of Franklins Restaurant, Brewery, General Store, and Ice Cream Shop inside of the restaurant, smiling standing next to one another in front of a cake.
A wall full of different art related to all the different kinds of beers at Franklins Brewery, below the art is a shelf full of different kinds of liquor.
The inside of Franklins Restaurant with purple industrial stairs and railings, multiple staff members are standing and smiling, this is the staff of Franklins.

From our talented brewers crafting award-winning beers to our kitchen wizards creating culinary masterpieces, our friendly servers bringing the Franklins experience to your table, and everyone in between. This incredible team works together to keep Hyattsville's favorite gathering spot running smoothly.

They're not just staff; they're family.

Many have been with us for years, growing alongside Franklins and helping shape the vibrant community hub we've become.

The crew that makes Franklins more than just a brewpub—they're the heart and soul of everything we do.

A view inside of Franklins Restaurant looking out towards the windows. A leg lamp is on and sits in the top window.

Step Inside Hyattsville's Favorite Brewpub

When you walk through Franklins doors, you're not just entering a restaurant and store—you're stepping into a piece of Hyattsville history that's been thoughtfully reimagined.

Our century-old building has stories etched into every beam, brick, and floorboard, creating an atmosphere you simply can't manufacture.

What was once a neighborhood hardware store has been transformed into a warm, eclectic space where industrial charm meets contemporary comfort.

We've preserved the building's original character while adapting it to become Hyattsville's most unique dining, shopping, and brewing destination.

supporting the arts

We are pleased to partner with the Hyattsville Community Arts Alliance (HCAA) to showcase the work of local artists throughout the restaurant.

Each exhibit runs for 3 months, and all of the art displayed is for sale through the HCAA. To purchase a piece, or to find out how to have your artwork displayed, please visit the HCAA website.

Franklins is home to a first of its kind anywhere, kinetic light mural. Named “After Dark, Hyattsville” by artist Liz Manicatide, it is a permanent outdoor installation that uses color-changing LED lights to provide a captivating light show after dark.

From Farm to Fork (and Glass!)

Two plates of food sit on a table with a beer and a soda next to them. One is a burger, it's further back and out of focus, the other is seafood moilee - entrees at Franklins Restaurant in Hyattsville, MD.

We're proud to partner with the best local producers Maryland has to offer.

Your burger wasn't shipped from some mysterious warehouse—it was dry-aged to perfection at Roseda Farms in Monkton.

That tomato in your sandwich? Grown right here in Prince George's County soil.

Our Local Partners

  • Roseda Farms (Monkton, MD): Burgers and Steaks

  • Thrashers Green Spiced and Coconut Rums

  • Sang Froid Gin (Hyattsville, MD): Gin + partnered to produce hand sanitizer.

  • Harlowes Farm, Helens Dream (Harwood, MD): Recycles our spent grain

Franklins General Store

A room full of different types of wine, some sit in stacked boxes at the front. Others are on shelves on the left and the right side of the room at Franklins General Store in Hyattsville, MD.

THE DISCOVERY ZONE: GROWN-UP EDITION

Wander into our General Store and explore goods you didn’t know you needed.

A vast collection of wine, nostalgic toys that'll make you say "I HAD THAT!", greeting cards that actually make you laugh, unique jewelry, and lotions that smell good enough to eat (don't, though).

From the games big box stores carry to the ones you’ll never find anywhere else.

That's the Franklins magic—we're not just filling your belly with great food and beer, we're filling your life with delightful discoveries that make Hyattsville's most unexpected shopping adventure worth the detour.

Raise a Glass (and Funds)

with Franklins Fundraisers

Put your money where your mouth is—literally!

Franklins is proud to have given back over $300,000 to our Hyattsville community through our popular fundraising program. We believe in supporting the non-profit organizations that make our neighborhood thrive.

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Contact us at (301) 927-2740 to book your Franklins Fundraiser for a Monday or Tuesday and have your non-profit organization’s details ready. (But maybe don't call during Friday night dinner rush)

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Once your date is confirmed, it's promotion time! Share on social media, email your supporters, and rally your non-profit organization. Don’t forget to tag us in your posts!

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On your fundraiser day, remind supporters to tell their server or the store clerk they're there for your fundraiser and to present their receipt to the host. Your supporters can dine in, take out, or shop at our general store from 11am to 9pm—every purchase counts toward your 20% donation.

Then sit back and wait for your check, which we'll mail the first week of the following month