Yada on Franklin
downtown, Clarksville
Bar in Clarksville, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Yada on Franklin is a practical downtown Clarksville pick when you want an easy evening on Franklin Street rather than a highly specialized bar program. Book it for convenience, small-group plans, or a casual date; cross-shop Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville, Strawberry Alley Ale Works, Dock 17, or Old Glory Distilling Co. if beer, activity, or spirits are the priority.
About Yada on Franklin
For Clarksville, the choice is less about chasing specifics and more about matching the visit to the facts that are available. Yada on Franklin has posted hours Tuesday through Saturday, is closed Sunday and Monday, and lists a smart casual dress code. Beyond that, details such as cuisine, menu format, beverage program, price range, reservations, and seating are not here.
A Clarksville pick for an evening plan
The clearest case for Yada on Franklin is timing. It is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–9 PM, Thursday and Friday from 4–10 PM, and Saturday from 2–10 PM. That makes it a Clarksville option to consider when your plan fits those posted hours.
Treat it as a venue to check against your current plans rather than a category-defining destination. If the group wants to compare other named Clarksville options, look at Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville, Strawberry Alley Ale Works, or Old Glory Distilling Co. before deciding.
Book it when the posted hours fit
Go here when the plan needs to fit Yada on Franklin's schedule: closed Sunday and Monday, open from 4 PM Tuesday through Friday, and open from 2 PM on Saturday. For another named option to compare, Dock 17 may be worth checking. For a broader scan before committing, use our full Clarksville bars guide and our full Clarksville restaurants guide.
Reservations: Reservation difficulty is not here, so check directly before planning around a table. Timing: It is closed Sunday and Monday, with later posted hours on Thursday through Saturday. Budget: No reliable price range is listed, so check current information before making this the group's value pick. Dress: Smart casual.
Planning details
- Location
- 111 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN 37040
- Website
- yadaonfranklin.com
- Phone
- +1 931 919 9232
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Yada on Franklin sits squarely in downtown Clarksville’s evolving independent bar-and-restaurant corridor, and its location on Franklin Street gives it a lively street-facing presence. The piece positions the venue among brewpubs, tasting rooms and restaurant-bars that treat food and drink as a single program, so the tone is approachable but thoughtfully composed. Proximity to the Cumberland River and the city’s historic core anchors the spot in a walkable, urban context — the sort of neighborhood place that attracts a mixed, food-curious crowd on weekday evenings and over the weekend rather than feeling like a destination-only operation.
Best For
This is a venue that performs best for evening outings: after-work drinks, dinner and late-night socializing are the clearest fits. The copy highlights how Franklin Street concentrates a crowd on weekday evenings and through the weekend, which makes Yada a natural stop for people circulating between the riverfront, courthouse square and other independents. It’s well suited to small groups or couples who want a bar-kitchen that treats cocktails and food as companions rather than separate experiences, and it reads as an urban neighborhood spot rather than a formal dining destination.
Ordering Tips
The write-up emphasizes a kitchen program designed around the drinks list, so approach ordering with a drinks-first mindset and look for dishes meant to pair with cocktails. Because the venue positions food and drink as a single programme, ask staff for suggested pairings or what the kitchen recommends alongside the cocktail list. Favor options that complement rather than compete with crafted drinks; the piece implies the kitchen is built to enhance the bar program, so rely on server guidance rather than hunting for singular signature dishes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sleek modern vibe with high ceilings, impressive ceiling-high bar, beautiful lighting fixtures, and lively atmosphere from live singing.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Live Singing
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Devil Wears Prada
- Bellini
- Espresso Martini
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 111 Franklin St, Clarksville, TN 37040
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Strawberry Alley Ale Works, Notable alternative
- Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville, Notable alternative
- The Mailroom, Notable alternative
- Dock 17, Notable alternative
- Old Glory Distilling Co., Notable alternative
Bar context
How It Compares
Choose Yada on Franklin when downtown convenience and an easy booking matter more than a clearly defined bar specialty. Against Strawberry Alley Ale Works and Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville, it is the simpler Franklin Street call rather than the beer-led choice.
For a night built around ambiance and a more deliberate outing, compare it with The Mailroom. For a more casual, high-energy alternative, Dock 17 is the better backup. If the group specifically wants a spirits-focused stop, Old Glory Distilling Co. is the cleaner fit.
Value-wise, Yada on Franklin makes the most sense when the address and low booking friction are the value. If the decision is based on a defined drinking category, pick the peer that matches the night: beer at Strawberry Alley Ale Works or Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville, spirits at Old Glory Distilling Co. and a more outing-focused plan at Dock 17 or The Mailroom.
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Compare Yada on Franklin
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Yada on Franklin | Clarksville | No published awards |
| Strawberry Alley Ale Works | Clarksville | No published awards |
| Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville | Clarksville | No published awards |
| The Mailroom | Clarksville | No published awards |
| Dock 17 | Clarksville | No published awards |
| Old Glory Distilling Co. | Clarksville | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yada on Franklin open late?
Yada on Franklin is open until 10 PM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tuesday and Wednesday end at 9 PM, and it is closed Sunday and Monday.
Is Yada on Franklin good for a date?
It may fit a Clarksville date if the posted hours and smart casual dress code match the plan. Details such as cuisine, menu style, seating, and atmosphere are not here, so check current venue information before booking around a specific experience.
Does Yada on Franklin have happy hour deals?
Happy hour information is not here, so do not plan around one without checking directly. If deals are important, compare current information from other Clarksville options such as Strawberry Alley Ale Works or Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Clarksville before you go.
Does Yada on Franklin have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating is not here. If patio space is important, confirm directly with Yada on Franklin or compare current details from other Clarksville options such as The Mailroom or Dock 17.
Is the food good at Yada on Franklin?
There is not enough detail here to judge the cooking style, menu, or overall food experience. The safest read is to confirm current details directly before choosing Yada on Franklin for a specific dining format.
What's the best time to go to Yada on Franklin?
Go Thursday, Friday, or Saturday if you want the latest posted closing time of 10 PM. Tuesday and Wednesday are shorter evening windows, running from 4–9 PM. Saturday is the only day here with a 2 PM opening.
