Franklin Spa

Best breakfast place in Newport. Gluten free? Yes. Homemade hot sauce? Yes. It’s the ****ing best

Not a dumpster but nothing special. These 5 stars reviews are likely just people thriving on nostalgia because the place is branding itself this way, or they are regulars who have been coming here for 40 years and don't know any different. Eat here if you like eggs and if you have young children; they seem pretty kid-friendly and catered to parents with some activities to keep kids busy and items tailored for kids. Service wasn't slow, but one item was forgotten and one item was incorrect (not huge issues though). Bigger operational issues: menu was stereotypical; don't come here looking for good vegan food or creative/unique menu options. I saw a gluten-free item on the menu but I wouldn't trust it if you have Celiac Dz. Expect canned corned beef and hash, Log Cabin corn syrup rather than maple syrup, single serve plastic packaged creamer/cream cheese/butter/etc., and undercooked potatoes. Crab cakes were definitely just frozen patties reheated. Also extremely disappointed to see plastic cups being distributed for water? I'm not sure what is going on in the back but would be curious to hear the reasoning behind that. On that subject, also expect styrofoam for takeout. Price was not worth the quality, but not as expensive as other places squeezing tourist dollars; bill was $75 for 4 adults. TLDR: nothing special, just an outdated, stereotypical American breakfast/quasi-diner. I would suggest looking for something operating in a more recent decade if you want fresh food, something more nutritious, and have any concern for environmental impact of any part of the food supply chain.