"Did we step back into 1960s Italy at the charming yet sophisticated Bar Franco? Oh yes we did. Our bartender Alfredo was super attentive and gave us great suggestions based on what flavor profile we wanted to go to. In one case, while I’m not a huge fan of the traditional aperol spritz, they had a take on it that involve passionfruit and Prosecco and lemon juice, that really made me think it was more like a cool French 75. I also had a martini that had a salted butter, gin with sage and something called buzz flower, they came in a teaspoon off the side that served a slightly anesthetize my mouth while I had that drink. Blew me away! If you are in the area or looking to go to dinner nearby, this is a great spot to stop by and grab a craft cocktail. Finally for decor it definitely has that mid-century feel and the icing on the cake or the Italian technicolor movies playing off on a side wall that feature Sophia Lauren-Not as Kitschy as it sounds."

"My family and I had an elegant lunch outside on an Sunday afternoon in the late summer. The overcast and resonance of soft american and italian jazz soothed me as the waiting staff thoroughly ensured that we were happy with our food. I ordered the Uovo in Camicia - an eggplant and polenta pourage with 2 poached eggs. I wanted to inhale it! It was delicious! My wife had branzino and she was more than satisfied. What a relief! Lastly, my son got a reginella pizza (basil, fresh mozzarella and tomato sauce on a thin crust) and we all feasted like royalty."

"It was lovely weather to sit outdoors. We had gone for after dinner drinks. Amazing service. Drinks were great. We did get the, warm chocolate dessert, which was fantastic. A very lively atmosphere. Will return again."

"First… to the mixologists - Alex and Alfredo.. the world is yours. The drinks that you create and serve to the patrons of this fine establishment are fit for the gods. Truly, the drinks are art in taste…masterpieces designed for a journey of the senses. Second… the floors... they are paved in gold and shine brighter than the future. Last but not least…. The finest speciality in the land… Cafe Leccese by Alex. The journey of taste is unprecedented. It starts with a cafe cold foam dashed with lemon zest to chill and excite the upper lip. As you descend deeper into this emotional rollercoaster….. a flood of warm lovely coffee notes, and enchantment of nutty flavors, caramelized with love hits you taste buds. Pure magic… pure bliss…. The waft of lemon scents stings the nostrils as nostalgic thoughts of simpler times set in…. Nothing can compare… I not only dare you to take this journey, I declare this as a must have in Montclair, NJ. With love….. from Bar Franco"

"We sat at the bar and the ambience was great! It was a nice place to go nearby before our dinner reservation elsewhere. Caprese e burrata and ricotta tartufo was delicious! Overall, great place to go if you want a quick drink/apps before dinner or date night!"