Frankl-ly Food in Franklin writes the definitive story on "The Rome"

via Frank-ly Food in Franklin (Frank Kalman)

"Half of Franklin thinks the Rome sold. Nobody bought it.

Five brothers, one kitchen, a name that came from somebody else’s debt, and a war memorial with the family name cut into it.

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There is a war memorial in Sant’Angelo in Grotte, a village of about 100 year-round residents built into a hillside in the province of Isernia, roughly two hours east of Rome. Two faces of it carry the men the village lost. One side is 1915 to 1918. The other is 1940 to 1945.

Read down the older side and the surnames start to sound like a Franklin roster. Bertone. Mucciarone. Zappitelli. Evangelista. Carlucci. Messere.

Fourteenth name of 16: COLACE DOMENICO.

He was the brother of Jimmy Colace’s grandfather.

Jimmy is 56 years old and it is September 2025, and this is the first time he has ever been to Italy."

Continue reading all you need to know about The Rome - https://franklyfoodinfranklin.substack.com/p/the-rome-restaurant-has-fed-franklin

Franklin Small Business Spotlight: The Rome Restaurant

This month, we're highlighting The Rome Restaurant, which has proudly served the Franklin community for 61 years.

"We are a family run Italian restaurant in the heart of downtown, known for its comforting homemade dishes, welcoming atmosphere, and long standing commitment to the community. For generations, our family has taken pride in serving classic Italian favorites, made from scratch with care, to all who walk through our doors."

When asked why they chose Franklin to grow their business, they shared: 

"We love being surrounded by people who value connection, history, and hometown pride."

When asked why supporting small businesses matters, they shared:

"Small businesses are the heart of our community; they keep Franklin strong and connected and help neighbors thrive." 

👉️ Follow along as we continue to highlight the local businesses that make Franklin a great place to live and work.

🔗 Learn more about Franklin's Small Business Spotlight Series at the link https://ma-franklin.civicplus.com/1337/Small-Business-Spotlight-Series

What is The Rome offering during Franklin Restaurant Week ???

What is The Rome offering during Franklin Restaurant Week ???

At The Rome Restaurant during Franklin Restaurant Week

Sunday May 31st through Saturday June 6th

KIDS UNDER 12 EAT FOR FREE OFF THE KID'S MENU - DINE IN ONLY

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Pizza fundraiser at The Rome Feb 22 to help Melanie Sweet & her 3rd Boston Marathon

Pizza fundraiser at The Rome Feb 22 to help Melanie Sweet & her 3rd Boston Marathon

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Joe Landry and Scott Mason present "The Rome Block" (video)

Here is the presentation that Joe Landry and Scott Mason recorded at Franklin TV about the Rome Restaurant block.

Video link -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ye0G1Qen4G4

Matt Zajac - acoustic session at The Rome on Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025

Matt Zajac - acoustic session at
The Rome on Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025

Matt Zajac scheduled to play an acoustic session from 8:30 to 11:30 on Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025.

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