The Franchise Sports Grill - Wood River

Sports Fan Paradise. The restaurant boasts a spacious dining area filled with numerous tables, an arcade zone, dartboards, and a sizable U-shaped bar. The staff is not only friendly but also quite appealing, ensuring that your food and drink needs are well taken care of. The prices are incredibly affordable, with everything on the menu priced under $10, making it the perfect spot for enjoying great food while sipping your favorite beverages. My personal favorite are the wings—delicious and crispy, but just the right amount of crunch. And the icing on the cake is their extensive collection of sports memorabilia, which is sure to impress.

I visited the Franchise for lunch with some colleagues on a Friday around noon. Although it was lunchtime, it wasn't too crowded. I hadn’t been to the Franchise in over ten years.

This was my first visit to the restaurant. I arrived at 11 AM, so it was quite slow at that time. The waitress was friendly and attentive, which I appreciated. However, I wasn't impressed with the salad. I ordered the Cobb salad with French dressing, and it didn't meet my expectations.

This used to be one of my favorite places because of its diverse menu. Now, it’s just a dive bar with a selection of frozen foods.