The Franklin Café Menu

The Gibson Inn, 51 Ave C, Apalachicola, FL 32320
  • HAND CRAFTED COCKTAILS

    • Gibson Breeze

      Coconut, Mango, Spiced Rum, Orange, Pineapple
    • Aperol Spritz

      Cuvée Beatrice Prosecco, Aperol, Soda, Orange
    • Negroni

      Beefeater Gin, Campari, Carpano Antica Vermouth
    • Pimm's Cup

      Pimm's No 1, Strawberry, Lemon, Cucumber, Sour, Ginger
    • Manhattan

      Bourbon, Carpano Antica Vermouth, Angostura Bitters
    • Kentucky 75

      Bourbon, Lemon, Simple Syrup, Cuvée Beatrice Prosecco
    • Shore Bird

      Distillery 98 Dune Laker Vodka, Mezcal, Strawberry, Lemon
    • Bees Knees

      Barr Hill Gin, Local Tupelo Honey, Lemon
    • Hemingway Daiquiri

      White Rum, Grapefruit, Lime, Luxardo Liqueur
    • The Captain's Ghost

      Gold Rum, Lime, Pineapple, Orgeat, Campari
    • Parasol

      Gold Rum, Banana Liqueur, Lime, Pineapple
  • RUM FLIGHTS

    • Call Board

      Ron Centenario 7 Year | Real McCoy 3 Year Siesta Key Toasted Coconut | Miami Club
      $20.00
    • Top Shelf

      Ron Centenario 20 Year | El Dorado 15 Year Ron Medellin 12 Year | Ron Del Barrilito
      $30.00
  • WINE BY THE GLASS

    • Cuvée Beatrice Prosecco | Veneto, Italy

      $10.00
    • Lucian Albrecht Cremant Rosé | Crémant D'Alsace, France

      $13.00
    • Ca' Du Ponti Pinot Grigio | Lombardy, Italy

      $11.00
    • Sea Sun Chardonnay | Coastal California

      $13.00
    • Aimé Roquesante Rosé | Côtes De Provence, France

      $11.00
    • Fritz Windisch Riesling | Rheinhessen, Germany

      $11.00
    • Justin Sauvignon Blanc | Paso Robles, California

      $13.00
    • Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, New Zealand

      $13.00
    • El Terrano Albariño | Rías Baixas, Galicia, Spain

      $13.00
    • Elouan Pinot Noir | Coastal Oregon

      $15.00
    • Casa Rojo Garnacha | Jumilla, Spain

      $14.00
    • Teanum Òtre Primitivo | Puglia, Italy

      $14.00
    • Poggio Bonelli Chianti | Toscana, Italy

      $14.00
    • Baracchi O'Lillo Super Tuscan | Toscana, Italy

      $15.00
    • Andis Painted Fields Zinfandel | Paso Robles, California

      $14.00
    • Donati Cabernet Sauvignon | Paso Robles, California

      $15.00
    • Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvée | Sonoma, California

      $14.00
  • BEER

    • Local Canned $6 | Draft $7

      Please Ask About Our Seasonal Offerings
    • Domestic $5

      Corona | Coors Light | Budweiser | Bud Light | Blue Moon | Miller Lite | Non-Alcoholic Beer
  • BREAKFAST MAINS

    • FRANKLIN CLASSIC BREAKFAST

      Eggs Your Way, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes or Stone Ground Organic Cheese Grits, Bacon or Sausage, Toast or Biscuit
      $12.00
    • SANGRIA FRUIT PLATE

      Medley of Fresh Fruit, Rosé Dressing, Tupelo Honey Vanilla Yogurt, Granola
      $14.00
    • FRANKLIN LOX & BAGEL

      Toasted "Everything" Bagel, Tupelo Honey Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon, Dill, Lemon Zest
      $16.00
    • CHICKEN & WAFFLE

      Belgium Waffle, Southern Fried Chicken Tenders, Spicy Tupelo Honey Butter, Maple Syrup
      $16.00
    • BISCUITS & GRAVY WITH EGGS

      Buttermilk Biscuit, Peppered Andouille Sausage Gravy, Two Eggs Your Way
      $12.00
    • CLASSIC FRANKLIN BREAKFAST SANDWICH

      Grilled Sourdough, American Cheese, Two Fried Eggs, Choice of Applewood Smoked Bacon or Sausage Patties -- Choice of Rosemary Roasted Potatoes or Stone Ground Organic Cheese Grits
      $12.00
  • BUILD YOUR OWN* $15

    • Protein

      Andouille Sausage, Bacon, Ham
    • Veggies

      Onion, Spinach, Tomato, Bell Pepper, Mushroom
    • Cheese

      Swiss, Goat, Cheddar, Pepper Jack, American, Smoked Gouda
  • À LA CARTE

    • Applewood Smoked Bacon (3)

      $6.00
    • Sausage Patties (2)

      $4.00
    • Ham

      $7.00
    • Peppered Andouille Sausage Gravy

      $5.00
    • Stone Ground Organic Cheese Grits

      $5.00
    • Seasonal Fruit

      $4.00
    • Belgian Waffle

      $7.00
    • Biscuits (2)

      $3.00
    • Two Eggs Your Way

      $5.00
    • Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

      $6.00
  • SPARKLING + ROSÉ

    • Cuvée Beatrice Prosecco | Veneto, Italy

      $9.00
    • Lucian Albrecht Cremant Rosé | Crémant D'Alsace, France

      $12.00
    • Aimé Roquesante Rosé | Côtes De Provence, France

      $9.00
    • Piper-Heidsieck Cuvee Brut | Champagne, France

      $75.00
    • La Grande Dame Veuve Clicquot | Champagne, France

      $325.00
  • WHITES

    • Ca' Du Ponti Pinot Grigio | Lombardy, Italy

      $9.00
    • Sea Sun Chardonnay | Coastal California

      $11.00
    • Fritz Windisch Riesling | Rheinhessen, Germany

      $10.00
    • Justin Sauvignon Blanc | Paso Robles, California

      $11.00
    • Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc | Marlborough, New Zealand

      $11.00
    • El Terrano Albariño | Rías Baixas, Galicia, Spain

      $10.00
    • Flowers Chardonnay | Sonoma, California

      $60.00
    • Zoe Pecorino | Abruzzo, Italy

      $34.00
    • William Fevre Chablis "Champs Royaux" | Burgundy, France

      $75.00
    • Reynolds Chardonnay | Naples, California

      $75.00
    • Delaporte Sancerre | Loire, France

      $75.00
    • Sanglier Sauvignon Blanc | Sonoma, California

      $48.00
  • REDS

    • Elouan Pinot Noir | Coastal Oregon

      $14.00
    • Casa Rojo Garnacha | Jumilla, Spain

      $12.00
    • Teanum Òtre Primitivo | Puglia, Italy

      $12.00
    • Poggio Bonelli Chianti | Toscana, Italy

      $13.00
    • Baracchi O'Lillo Super Tuscan | Toscana, Italy

      $13.00
    • Chateau Saint Nabor Côtes Du Rhône | Rhone Valley, France

      $10.00
    • Andis Painted Fields Zinfandel | Paso Robles, California

      $13.00
    • Donati Cabernet Sauvignon | Paso Robles, California

      $14.00
    • Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvée | Sonoma, California

      $12.00
    • Belle Glos Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir | Napa Valley, California

      $60.00
    • Del Dotto Pinot Noir | Napa Valley, California

      $90.00
    • Domaine Serene Yamhill Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, Oregon

      $120.00
    • Tenuta Di Sesta Brunello Di Montalcino | Tuscany, Italy

      $115.00
    • Hill Family Barrel Blend | Napa Valley, California

      $56.00
    • Saldo Zinfandel | Napa Valley, California

      $76.00
    • Unshackled Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley, California

      $68.00
    • Coto De Imaz Reserva Tempranillo | Rioja, Spain

      $50.00
    • Valdez Family Syrah | Russian River Valley, California

      $54.00
    • Far Niente Post & Beam Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley, California

      $110.00
    • Capp Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley, California

      $84.00
  • Small Plates

    • Seafood Dip

      Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onion, Grilled Pita
      $18.00
    • Southern Fried Oysters

      Lemon, Baby Arugula, Rémoulade Sauce
      $22.00
    • Pani Puri Ceviche

      Citrus Cured Masala Shrimp, Fresh Catch, Scallops, Avocado, Red Onion, Green Apples, Cilantro, Jalapeño, Fried Wonton Chips
      $19.00
    • Beef Carpaccio

      Seared Thinly sliced Beef Tenderloin, Baby Arugula, Capers, Pickled Red Onion, Parmesan, French Bread
      $21.00
    • Crab Cakes

      Sweet Blue Crab, Sautéed Red Bell Peppers & Onions, Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette
      $26.00
    • Apalach Jumbo Shrimp

      Poached Local Shrimp, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Rémoulade Sauce, Charred Lemon, Shaved Lettuce
      $22.00
  • Local Oysters

    • Naked On Ice (Raw)

      Horseradish, Mignonette, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Fresh Lemon
    • Southerner (Baked)

      Andouille Sausage, Parmesan, Green Onion, Whiskey Butter, Vinegar Pepper
    • Classic (Baked)

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, White Wine, Crispy Cornbread, Spinach, Parmesan Cream
  • Signature Salads

    • Franklin

      Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Chive Goat Cheese, Shallot Dijon Sherry Vinaigrette
      $12.00
    • SGI Cobb Salad

      Poached Shrimp, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onion, Farm Eggs, Blue Cheese, Avocado, Mixed Greens, Garden Italian Dressing
      $26.00
    • Wedge

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, Stilton Cheese, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Blue Cheese Dressing, Balsamic
      $15.00
    • Apalachicola Caesar

      Southern Fried Oysters, Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Red Onion, Radish, Caesar Dressing
      $25.00
  • Entrées

    • Fresh Catch Of The Day

      Simply Grilled, Lemon-Thyme Basmati Rice, Grilled Broccolini, Charred Vidalia Onion and Tomato, Kalamata Olive Vinaigrette
    • Grilled Rosemary Chicken

      Free Range Chicken Breast, Saffron Risotto, Tiny Green Beans, Garlic Herb Natural Pan Jus
      $31.00
    • Grilled Pork Chop

      Double-Cut Chop, Southern Style Collard Greens, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Sweet Potato Hash Browns, Roasted Blueberry Gastrique
      $42.00
    • Pan-Roasted Red Snapper & Cornbread Panzanella

      Toasted Cornbread, Kalamata Olives, Blistered Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onion, Garden Italian Vinaigrette
      $42.00
    • Shrimp And Grits

      Blackened Apalach Shrimp, Grilled Andouille Sausage, Tasso Smoked Gouda Grits, Crawfish Julie Sauce
      $32.00
    • Herb-Crusted Eggplant "Steak"

      Pan-Fried, Wilted Spinach, Oven-Roasted Tomatoes, Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Mozzarella, Rich Tomato Basil Cream
      $30.00
    • Filet Mignon

      Goat Cheese Chive Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic, Grilled Asparagus, Béarnaise Sauce
      $48.00
    • Steak Frites

      Grilled Flat Iron Steak, Pommes Frites, Baby Arugula, Chimichurri Sauce
      $40.00
    • Apalachicola Bay Pasta

      Local Gulf Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Grilled Asparagus, Linguine, Basil Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Cream
      $36.00
  • Sides

    • Grilled Asparagus

    • Broccolini

    • Lemon-Thyme Basmati Rice

    • Sea Salt Vinegar French Fries

    • Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

    • Smoked Gouda Organic Grits

  • Desserts

    • Key Lime Pie

    • Tiramisu

    • Cast Iron Cookie A La Mode

    • Salted Caramel Cheesecake

    • White Chocolate Bread Pudding

  • Signature Cocktails

    • Forgotten Coast Margarita

      Don Julio Blanco, St. Germaine, Fresh Lime
    • Pimm's Cup

      Pimm's No. 1, Strawberry, Lemon, Cucumber, Sour, Ginger
    • Gibson Breeze

      Coconut, Mango, Spiced Rum, Orange, Pineapple
    • Gibson Martini

      Dry Vermouth Rinse, Tanqueray Gin, Cocktail Onion
    • Kir Royale

      Chambord, Champagne, Fresh Berries, Lemon
    • The Dan Garlick

      Mount Gay Rum, Rose's Lime Juice, Sour Mix, Tonic
    • Sazerac

      Basil Hayden Rye, Absinthe Rinse, Peychaud's Bitters
    • The Captain's Ghost

      Gold Rum, Lime, Pineapple, Orgeat, Campari
    • Blackberry Smash

      Maker's Mark, Muddled Blackberries, Mint, Fresh Lime, Simple Syrup
    • Queen Bee

      Empress Gin, Lemon, Tupelo Honey Simple Syrup
    • Mezcal Paloma

      Mezcal, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Fresh Lime, Tupelo Honey Simple Syrup, Soda
  • Wine by the Glass

    • Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut, Champagne, France

      $75.00
  • Wine by the Bottle

    • Saint Martin Sancerre, Loire Valley, France

      $40.00
    • Flowers Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, California

      $60.00
    • Teanum Otre Primitivo, Puglia, Italy

      $44.00
    • Care Rojo Garnacha, Sierra De La Pila Regional Park, Spain

      $48.00
    • Andis Painted Fields Zinfandel, Sierra Foothills, California

      $49.00
    • Coto De Imaz Reserva Tempranillo, Rioja Alavesa, Spain

      $50.00
    • Muga Reserva Rioja, Rioja, Spain

      $52.00
    • Poggio Bonelli Chianti, Chianti Classico Region, Italy

      $54.00
    • Hill Family Barrel Blend, Napa Valley, California

      $56.00
    • Unshackled Cabernet, Central Coast, California

      $68.00
    • Saldo Zinfandel, Contra Costa County, California

      $76.00
    • Capp Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California

      $84.00
    • Belle Glos Pinot Noir Magnum, Central Coast, California

      $120.00
    • Domaine Serene Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon

      $120.00
    • Tenuta Di Sesta Brunello Di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

      $115.00
    • Caymus Cabernet, Napa Valley, California

      $165.00
  • Small Plates

    • Seafood Dip

      Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onion, Grilled Pita
      $18.00
    • Southern Fried Oysters

      Lemon, Baby Arugula, Rémoulade Sauce
      $22.00
    • Crab Cakes

      Sweet Blue Crab, Sautéed Red Bell Peppers & Onions, Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette
      $26.00
    • Apalach Jumbo Shrimp

      Poached Local Shrimp, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Rémoulade Sauce, Charred Lemon, Shaved Lettuce
      $22.00
  • Local Oysters

    • Naked On Ice (Raw)

      Horseradish, Mignonette, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Fresh Lemon
    • Southerner (Baked)

      Andouille Sausage, Parmesan, Green Onion, Whiskey Butter, Vinegar Pepper
    • Classic (Baked)

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, White Wine, Crispy Cornbread, Spinach, Parmesan Cream
  • Signature Salads

    • Franklin

      Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Chive Goat Cheese, Shallot Dijon Sherry Vinaigrette
      $12.00
    • SGI Cobb Salad

      Poached Shrimp, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onion, Farm Eggs, Blue Cheese, Avocado, Mixed Greens, Garden Italian Dressing
      $26.00
    • Wedge

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, Stilton Cheese, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Blue Cheese Dressing, Balsamic
      $15.00
    • Apalachicola Caesar

      Southern Fried Oysters, Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Red Onion, Radish, Caesar Dressing
      $25.00
  • Handhelds

    • Franklin Classic Burger

      Grilled USDA Prime Beef, Choice of Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, Potato Bun
      $15.00
    • Classic Fried Po' Boy

      Gulf Shrimp, Bay Scallops, Oysters, or Crawfish Tails / Toasted French Bread, L.T.O.P., House-made Rémoulade
      $18.00
    • Crab Cake Sandwich

      House-made Crab Cake, Shaved Radish & Fennel Slaw, Orange Supremes, Sweet Lemon Chive Aioli, Potato Bun
      $18.00
    • Monterey Chicken Sandwich

      Free-Range Chicken Breast, Thick-Cut Grilled Ham, Swiss, Fried Green Tomatoes, Tupelo Honey Mustard, Organic Buttercrunch Lettuce, Potato Bun
      $16.00
    • Fresh Catch Sandwich

      Blackened, Fried, or Grilled / Potato Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle, House-made Rémoulade
      $18.00
    • Apalach Mini Tacos

      Blackened, Fried, or Grilled / Gulf Shrimp, Fresh Catch, Crawfish Tails, or Chicken / Three Blue Corn Tortillas, Miso Soy Asian Slaw, Pico de Gallo, House-made Rémoulade
      $18.00
    • Franklin Shrimp Salad Wrap

      Garlic Herb Tortilla, House-made Shrimp Salad, Heirloom Tomato, Spring Mix
      $15.00
    • The Gibson Club

      Blackened or Grilled Free-Range Chicken Breast, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Ham, Organic Buttercrunch Lettuce, Heirloom Tomato, Swiss, Tupelo Honey Aioli, Toasted Sourdough
      $16.00
  • Sides

    • Grilled Asparagus

    • Broccolini

    • Sea Salt Vinegar French Fries

    • Miso Soy Asian Slaw

    • Cinnamon Sugar Sweet Potato Fries

  • Desserts

    • Key Lime Pie

    • Tiramisu

    • Cast Iron Cookie A La Mode

    • Salted Caramel Cheesecake

    • White Chocolate Bread Pudding

  • Small Plates

    • Seafood Dip

      Shrimp and Bay Scallops, Spicy Parmesan Cream, Green Onion, Grilled Pita
      $18.00
    • Southern Fried Oysters

      Lemon, Baby Arugula, Rémoulade Sauce
      $22.00
    • Crab Cakes

      Sweet Blue Crab, Sautéed Red Bell Peppers & Onions, Baby Arugula, Creole Tomato Vinaigrette
      $26.00
    • Apalach Jumbo Shrimp

      Poached Local Shrimp, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Rémoulade Sauce, Charred Lemon, Shaved Lettuce
      $22.00
  • Local Oysters

    • Naked On Ice (Raw)

      Horseradish, Mignonette, House-made Cocktail Sauce, Fresh Lemon
    • Southerner (Baked)

      Andouille Sausage, Parmesan, Green Onion, Whiskey Butter, Vinegar Pepper
    • Classic (Baked)

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, White Wine, Crispy Cornbread, Spinach, Parmesan Cream
  • Brunch Essentials

    • Franklin Classic Breakfast

      Eggs Your Way, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes or Stone Ground Organic Cheese Grits, Applewood Smoked Bacon or Sausage, Toast or Biscuit
      $12.00
    • Traditional Eggs Benedict

      Toasted English Muffin, Sliced Country Ham, Poached Eggs, Lemon Chive Hollandaise, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes or Stone Ground Organic Cheese Grits
      $17.00
    • Creole Eggs Benedict

      Toasted English Muffin, Poached Eggs, Cajun Crawfish Cream Sauce, Smoked Paprika, Rosemary Roasted Potatoes or Stone Ground Organic Cheese Grits
      $19.00
    • Chicken & Waffle

      Belgium Waffle, Southern Fried Chicken Tenders, Spicy Tupelo Honey Butter, Maple Syrup
      $16.00
    • Franklin Bagel & Lox

      Toasted "Everything" Bagel, Tupelo Honey Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon, Dill, Lemon Zest
      $16.00
    • Bananas Foster French Toast

      Caramelized Bananas, Cinnamon, Butter Rum Sauce
      $17.00
    • Sangria Fruit Plate

      Medley of Fresh Fruit, Rosé Dressing, Tupelo Honey Vanilla Yogurt, Granola
      $14.00
  • Lunch Favorites

    • Franklin Tartine

      Grilled Sourdough, Seasoned Sliced Avocado, Heirloom Tomato, Arugula, Tupelo Honey Aioli, Fried Egg, Balsamic Drizzle
      $13.00
    • Gulf Fish & Grits

      Pan-Roasted Local Fresh Catch, Stone Ground Cheese Grits, Andouille Sausage, Lemon Caper Brown Butter
      $36.00
    • The Good Morning Burger

      Grilled Prime Beef. L.T.O.P., Cheese, Bacon, Fried Egg
      $18.00
    • Grilled Tournedos Of Beef

      Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Arugula Salad, Chimichurri, Crispy Vidalia Onions
      $38.00
    • Shrimp & Grits

      Apalach Blackened Shrimp, Stone Ground Cheese Grits, Andouille Sausage, Cajun Crawfish Cream Sauce
      $28.00
  • Signature Salads

    • Franklin

      Mixed Greens, Cucumbers, Grape Tomatoes, Chive Goat Cheese, Shallot Dijon Sherry Vinaigrette
      $12.00
    • SGI Cobb Salad

      Poached Shrimp, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Pickled Red Onion, Farm Eggs, Blue Cheese, Avocado, Mixed Greens, Garden Italian Dressing
      $26.00
    • Wedge

      Applewood Smoked Bacon, Stilton Cheese, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Blue Cheese Dressing, Balsamic
      $15.00
    • Apalachicola Caesar

      Southern Fried Oysters, Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Red Onion, Radish, Caesar Dressing
      $25.00
  • Sides

    • Applewood Smoked Bacon

    • Andouille Sausage

    • Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

    • Seasonal Fruit

    • Grilled Asparagus

    • Stone Ground Cheese Grits

    • Sea Salt Vinegar French Fries

  • Desserts

    • Key Lime Pie

    • Tiramisu

    • Cast Iron Cookie A La Mode

    • Salted Caramel Cheesecake

    • White Chocolate Bread Pudding

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