A popular gastro-pub finds a new owner fleeing corporate America

Thomas Jenkins was more than ready to leave behind the grind of his job in corporate America.  When he saw the ad for the beloved Franklin Inn, a longstanding bar and grill in the Museum district, he jumped.  It was exactly the kind of Cheers-like atmosphere he’d always looked for in a restaurant – and the kind where he saw himself.  With some help from Filament and local serial restaurateur Steve Gooch, the seller, he was able to take over a fun, profitable, reliable concept and realize his dreams.