Loved my first visit to the Franklin Hotel Bar at (under?) Acorn Corner. The decor inside is lovely with semi-circular booths, bar, tables, and some cozy-looking arm chairs in which to play a game of chess or converse with friends. They seem to have a really nice selection of beers and wine but on this first visit I was all about the cocktails as a well-made mixed drink is a bit more of a rarity on the Kent scene. I was super pleased with their take on the Old Fashioned which was the perfect selection for a cold wintry night - heavy on the whiskey muddled with sugar crystals and delicious cherries. I look forward to returning to try some others along with their delicious sounding small-plates and shareable bites!