Zolos Italian Restaurant

Excellent service and excellent food. It’s kind of small inside but the wait to get in is worth it! I sat at the 3-seat bar on a busy Friday night and got immediate service. Several people checked on me constantly. They brought me crunchy bread and butter - complimentary. I’d recommend the dish I got - Whitefish with angel hair and tomatoes. $26. Tasted very fresh. I can’t remember the awesome blonde server who waited on me but Tiffy was really helpful as well and lit a candle for me. Anyway, Go here if you have the chance!

Zolos was the perfect Italian dinner place for us.
The Caprese Salad had no lack of mozzarella and the Balsamic dressing was perfect. The Crispy Artichokes were delightfully different and tasty.
We thoroughly enjoyed the Baked Crab Ravioli...so rich and flavorful. Try putting some of the creamy sauce from the ravioli on one of the Crispy Artichokes, yummy!
Our waiter did a great job!

Zolos is hands down in my top 3 Italian restaurants in Tennessee! The interior is simple and intimate. Perfect for an up close and personal date.

The service was great. Cheese table side and wrapping left overs in kitchen are a wonderful touch. We were seated quickly and our server was thoughtful.

But most importantly THE FOOD! If you love cheese you have to get the 5 cheese tortellini. The Alfredo chicken was magnificent. In general, the way that chicken is breaded and sliced on the pasta dishes is divine. Even the bread and butter were simple yet delicious.

This is definitely my go to Italian spot in the area! Good job Franklin ♡

Of the three dishes we ordered, the “DIABLO” was by far the best. But the other two dishes were impeccable too.

We ordered a fish to try, because I hadn’t tried Italian food with sea animal before. I thought it was okay, but I wouldn’t order it again.

The chicken parmigiana was one of the best parmigianas I’ve ever tried.

About the environment: cozy and comfortable.

The restaurant also has a good wine list.

Little Italian bistro in downtown Franklin that was super busy - always a good sign that good eats are to follow.

Smelled amazing when we walked in and there was a guitarist singing some tunes so ears were engaged as well.

We’re easy to please so bar seating was immediate and we hopped on it Tifi (I hope that’s right) was our server and was outstanding.

My buddy got some French onion soup
(Yummy, rich and oniony with super stretchy cheese) and I got fried mozzarella to share. Gooey and crunchy with marinara to dip in.

Entree was Crab Ravioli for me a baked 5 Cheese tortellini for Chris. Both were fantastic, great tooth on the pasta, sauce creamy and delish, plenty of crab on mine and ton of sausage on Chris’s.

Finished with tiramisu. ‘Nuff said.

Here’s the breakdown:

Great bistro feel +1 star; excellent service from Tifi +1 star; great appetizer +1 star; killer pasta +1 star; tiramisu +1 star.

As a New Yorker pasta better be good and this was amazing. I’ll be back!!

This is by far the BEST Italian food I have ever eaten! And the service was amazing. From the sweet old man in overalls who greeted us at the door, to Cam, and Derrick our server— they were all wonderful and helped us to have a great experience! I got the Spicy Tortellini Diablo— and ya’ll it was to die for! The perfect amount of spice and so much flavor! I wish I lived closer and could come here often. Even the live music in the background was perfect. Go check them out!

Best Cesar salad around. I love it there. Born and raised in Franklin, so always a soft spot in my heart. The dessert cakes were like no other I've ever, ever had

Zolo’s Italian Restaurant was great! Located in Franklin, right at the square downtown. Desserts look delicious but we were too full to try them. The restaurant was decorated very nice. Lovely flowers 💐 on the tables. Chicken Parmigiana was delicious! Huge servings would be easy to share.
Be sure to try soon!

Excellent service and food. We were amazed. It was out first time. We've tried bruschetta and rice balls as appetizer, I had shrimp Alfredo, restling wine and tiramisu with coffee for desert. Everything was amazingly delicious. We will surely be back. Strongly recommend. Waitresses were super friendly, effective and nice.

Zolos was amazing!!! Our server was Regan, she was so friendly and just amazing!! One of the owners came by our table a couple of times to chat. Very nice man. But the food, DELICIOUS!!!!! We both had 3 cheese tortellini with marinara and meatballs 😋 If you are ever in Franklin, drop by for a meal, you won't be disappointed.

The front desk worker was super friendly I had ordered carry out and as soon as I walked in she was able to help me and get everything for me. Only had the bruschetta but it was fantastic. It didn't last the car ride home! 10/10

Really quaint place with exceptional food, and some good drink choices. Some of the best Italian food I've had in a long time.

Great little spot, there was a live musician playing. One couple got up and found space to dance during dinner. ❤Wanted somewhere away from the bar scene of Nashville to enjoy dinner with my teenagers. This place was perfect. Food was amazing and it was accompanied by great service as well. Overall a very welcoming, genuine place.

Love this gem in the middle of downtown Franklin. Has a very authentic, family feel to it. Food and service were both great. Definitely recommend for a family outing or a date.

Fantastic hometown, Italian restaurant. Nice sized portions and the staff was fantastic. Quaint little place that we will visit again.

Live music on the weekends just makes a fabulous place even better! Food is great and the staff is super nice.

First time here but I will definitely be back! The menu was just the right size with several different types of options, the food was delicious, the portions were sizeable, and the prices were very reasonable. Additionally, our service was excellent and the ambience was nice too.

My wife and I had dinner here for date night and loved the experience. Our server, Derek, was fantastic, the food was fresh and flavorful, and all the staff were super friendly and welcoming. The live music was romantic and just the right volume (not too loud or soft). There was an older gentleman (maybe an owner?) who was holding the door open for guests and trying to make sure everyone was taken care of. It felt like all the staff were genuinely happy to welcome us to their restaurant and serve us. Will definitely come back again!

One of the best meals I have had, here in Franklin, in a LONG time. The live music was great, the wine options were exceptional, and the service was unmatched. We will definitely be dining here more often.

Loved it so much we went twice in the week we were staying in town. Beautiful freshly made Italian dishes run and owned by a family. Lovely welcoming staff