A fun day.....a ride on the Silver Comet Trail and lunch at Frankies. What could be better. Jim and Diane Riddle Roswell
Jim Riddle - November 20th, 2011

It is so good we come from central Alabama to eat here
cycling john - September 24th, 2011

I have been to Frankie's several times now and I love it! I have just recently tried Frankie's pizza and it was excellent. The only complaint I have about it was that she didn't offer bacon as a topping. Other than that the service and the quality of the food was superb as usual.
 - August 28th, 2011

I really liked the article, and the very cool blog
rtyecript - August 22nd, 2011

Thought I'd find a place to eat on the trail , I've found the best little Italian restaurant . Great food , fun people all around. I have to add after reading the tearful previous blog that I just could not wait two months to tell everyone...D Dillman
D Dillman - August 17th, 2011

My review got cut off because of length, but basically: it took almost an hour to get a salad, and over an hour and a half to get our then "to-go" order from my boyfriend, after he had to sit there alone while I had to go back to work and they had to bag up all the food. He didn't get to eat at all, and I ate the leftovers for lunch and dinner the next few days. No refills on drinks, no more bread sticks offered, no apologizes for any delays...nothing. We will not be going back. All of the attention was focused on the big group meeting in the back, which I noticed on an earlier review. The staff might find that other, smaller parties are just as important and would like to eat the food they order in a timely matter.
 - August 16th, 2011

I'm sorry, I've been a big fan of Frankie's restaurant for many years, but I had a horrible trip there this summer. It was June 17 to be exact, and my boyfriend and I tried to have lunch there on my lunch break from work. We hold Frankie's dear to our hearts because it's where we had our first date.:) Service this day in June was very slow; they didn't bring drinks quickly or refill drinks when they needed to be, and we got exactly four bread sticks in our basket (and they never brought more). I get an hour break and have always been able to eat lunch in a timely manner at other local establishments, so it should have been enough time to get the food, since it was just from the lunch menu. Nothing complicated, just salad and a pasta dish. There was a large group meeting in the back room, and that seemed to be the only thing any of the staff was focusing on. They ran back and forth to make sure they all had seating, got their drinks, got their orders taken, etc. I had to leave t
 - August 16th, 2011

My friends and I biked the Silver Comet this past weekend and were referred to Frankie's by another biker we met along the trail. The food was great, and the atmosphere was very friendly. Definitely check this place out if you stop in Rockmart!
JJ O'Brien - August 16th, 2011

OMG, I was online looking for a recipe for "Creamy Garlic Dressing" thinking of Frankies located in Austell we ate there every Friday night. To my surprise I found you! To heck with the recipe, I'll be there with my family this weekend, and will buy a pint to go. Looking forward to great food, and my favorite dressing of all time. Bob & Danette Tuggle - Powder Springs GA
 - August 4th, 2011

I was referred to Frankie's by a friend of mine and decided to try it. Since then I have been back twice and brought more friends to try it. Both times I've been the service was great and the food was excellent. I highly recommend eating here.
 - July 29th, 2011

I just have to say...I'm a regular at Frankie's and I'm sure if the person would have spoke up while in the restaurant , Frankies would have addressed his/her issues. I was there on Home Spun and she was packed ..I found everyone doing an outstanding job ,guess that's why some folks are better off going to Mc.Donald's ps , I'll sign my name..Joe Tracy and family
 - July 20th, 2011

I ate at Frankie's several times when it first opened. The food was awesome, and the service was wonderful. I ate there again yesterday for the first time in several years. The waiter and waitress both acted as if it put them out to wait on my family. What happened to customer service skills...a smile would have been nice. The bread sticks were delicious. I had stuffed shells with alfredo sauce, they were good, but not a good quantity for the price. I ran out of my drink long before my entree arrived. AFTER I had finished eating a waitress came by the table and asked what we were drinking, we told her, and she never came back with refills. Everyone seemed to be preoccupied with a large group being tended to in the back of the restaurant. I was very disappointed, and I will not be going back.
 - July 17th, 2011

Frankie's is such an excellent destination--40 miles along the Silver Comet--delicious, flavorable lunch with animated and special attention from Frankie--then fully energized for the ride back to the start. We are based far away--Nairobi, Kenya--worth the flights (and the bike ride!)
Rob - July 10th, 2011

Great food, great waitresses! This place is always busy, but has fast service.
 - July 4th, 2011

My husband and I were looking for real estate last fall in Rockmart. We stumbled across Frankie's by accident. When we were served the wonderful breadsticks with creamy italian dressing and my husband had a strange look on his face. He started looking around the restaurant and noticed Frankie across the room. He used to work in Austell next door to Frankie's restaurant and ate there all the time. He asked to our waitress to speak with her and low and behold it was the same person. I can't tell you how delighted he was to find her again. We have 3 italian restaurants within 2 miles of our house, but travel 30 miles to eat with her. Some of the best Italian food around, not to mention the wonderful hospitality that Frankie provides.
ss70chevelle - June 27th, 2011

Frankie's was a welcome sight as our group of 4 rolled in near closing after riding from Anniston. Best breadsticks ever. We almost filled up on these with these with the tasty dipping sauce. I had stuffed shells, which were just right after breadsticks and salad. Frankie and her staff were very hospitable, even as their long day was winding down. Lots of laughs, great food, and fresh ice water for our bike bottles. Highly recommended if biking the Silver Comet or just happen to be driving through or near Rockmart. Our group enjoyed it so much Saturday night that we made sure we got back for lunch on Sunday. Had the pizza which was also tasty. Thanks!
Chris, Huntsville, AL - June 14th, 2011

Myself and a group came in on 4/16/2011 for a late lunch. This place was awesome. The Owner, Frankie is a hoot and made the experience even better. Next time we ride the Silver Comet trail this is on the list to do. Thanks Bobby Morrison Huntsville Alabama..
bobby524 - April 19th, 2011

Frankies was just the ticket after 40 miles of riding! The food was perfect. I had spaghetti with meatballs with a delicious salad and of course those soft, melt in your mouth breadsticks with dipping sauce. Frankie made us feel like family and topped off the day with her wonderful humor. Which reminds me.... Dont ask how big her meatballs are! Thans Frankie for making my day! Dan Harris - Douglas, AL
 - April 18th, 2011

Just wanted to let yall know how much I enjoyed stopping in last Saturday for lunch. It was the perfect way to end a 40 mile ride. I had the Tilapia Parmesan and it was fantastic. And those skinny biscuits were delicious. Not really part of my Paleo diet though.... Coy Boy
 - April 18th, 2011

Thanks for the wonderful meal and hospitality Frankie!! Was really great to meet you! The grilled chicken wrap and bread sticks were delicious! Hope to see you again soon!
mark beem - April 18th, 2011

We have been planning a trip on the Silver Comet for a few months and Saturday (April 16, 2011) we had a great ride. The icing on the cake was at the end of the ride we stopped in at Frankie’s. We had a great time at Frankie’s! The food was great and Frankie was a great hostess, we had a lot of laughs and Frankie was a great sport! Thanks Frankie, (HOTTIE) LOL we’ll be back!
Smooth - April 18th, 2011

Frankie: Thanks for your hospitality yesterday during Scott's and my first century ride. Your restaurant was the perfect half-way stop to rejuvenate our weary bodies and enjoy great company and a few laughs. The food was excellent. We will be bringing our group back in the near future with 9-10 more people. They can all sign your wall and add to your great history of supporting the many trail riders that pass through Rockmart. Thanks for adding your great restaurant and friendly atmosphere to our great adventure. Dave Arterburn Huntsville, AL
Dave Arterburn - April 2nd, 2011

My husband Dave and I were told about the great Silver Comet bike trail while in Florida by some Atlanta cyclists on Bike Florida. We rode to Rockmart and had the best lunch ever! Frankie is so friendly and made us feel like we had known her all our lives. She took our picture and we signed the wall. We plan to return and bring our other cycling friends!! Don't miss this wonderful dining experience. Yes the bread sticks were the best we ever had!!!
 - April 2nd, 2011

We have been going to see Frankie on Friday nights for years now. Absolutely our favorite place to eat! The breadsticks alone are worth the trip from just about anywhere. We love Frankie, she is just wonderful! The food is always fresh, hot, and delicious. Thanks, Frankie! See you Friday!
Katie - March 30th, 2011

Awesome food and great service. I stopped here for lunch while ridding the silver comet trail with my family and it was one the highlights of our trip
Tim S - March 26th, 2011

What an amazing experience! Here we were, just riding the Silver Comet bike trail, when we see this restaurant with bicycles overflowing from the bike rack. We figured, 'this must be good.' We stopped and met Frankie, who made us fill so welcome. We had some of the best breadsticks and Italian food we had ever feasted on. Frankie let us sign the wall and she took our picture! How cool is that? Thanks everyone at Frankie's for the awesome experience!
Jake-Cartersville, GA - March 22nd, 2011

3/20-3/21/11 Mitchell told us of this restaurant we were going to stop at in Rockmart to eat lunch at and that it was friendly to bikers. Well, I would say that Frankie's is friendly to everybody. We got chicken parmesans and a tilapia parmensan - big portions and delicious! It was hot, tasty, and very filling! And the hot breadsticks and special cream and garlic sauce to start off were wonderful too. Everyone in the store was very friendly and nice to talk to. And Frankie helped us out (with much thanks to Jim too!) on our way back from AL. She was so kind and helpful and was an immense blessing on such a tiring day. Thanks so very much Frankie and Jim!! We'll definitely be back!
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CroseSloliode - February 23rd, 2011

Can't forget those breadsticks , what a great place and Frankie made us all feel like we lived next door. Can't wait to enjoy her company again . Well , and her food.
Bobby and Carol Baker - February 15th, 2011

Great Pizza and breadsticks! Frankie and her staff were wonderful. First time I was here and they made me feel like a regular.
Chicago Guy - December 2nd, 2010

I stopped bye last week and was really supprised to find such a great lady in the middle of no where. Food was fantastic you can bet I'll be back soon.
Robert Mohr - December 1st, 2010

We (Don and Dave) rode the Silver Comet Trail in April 2007. We ate at Frankie's that evening and met this wonderful lady, Frankie. We talked a lot, put up the usual picture on the wall, and went home. Tonight, Nov.11, 2010 (3-1/2years later), we walked in to Frankie's. Once seated, she came over to our table, recognized us from those thousands of patrons ago, and started talking to us like it was just yesterday. Going to Rockmart and the SCT would be an incomplete experience if we didn't include a stop at Frankie's. Excellent food and excellent company.
mtwnrocket - November 11th, 2010

Four ladies from Michigan arrived famished at Frankies just before closing on a Sunday afternoon after riding from our hotel in Smyrna. Frankie invited us in, made us feel welcome, and served up some wonderful food. And were we grateful! as we still had to make it to Cedartown before dark. Frankie said to call her if we needed anything and we knew she meant it. What a great lady!!
Joyce - November 10th, 2010

You only turn 50 once, and my plans to celebrate the big day included a 30 mile ride on the Silver Comet Trail and lunch at Frankie's. I called ahead of time to make sure she'd be open, and Frankie was so personable on the phone that I just couldn't wait to actually meet her. The huge plate of pasta and yummy breadsticks were the perfect mid-trip meal. We had such a nice conversation with Frankie, and many of her customers. It was truly a highlight of my birthday celebration. We left feeling like family, and looking forward to the next opportunity to visit Frankie's. We're already planning our next Silver Comet adventure (the entire trail) and our next trip to Frankie's! Thanks Frankie!!!!
Tiffany - Johns Creek GA - November 9th, 2010

Man, really want to know how can you be that smart, lol...great read, thanks.
rachat de credit - October 26th, 2010

My buddy and I rode the enitre Chief Ladiga/Silver Comet on 10/14/10, starting on the Alabama end. After tackling the hills at mile 46 of the Comet, we stopped at Frankie's for a badly needed break. As we were putting our bikes in the rack outside the restaurant, Frankie met us outside greeting us and informing us that breadsticks were already on the table waiting! The food was fantastic and very reasonable. I wish I lived closer to Rockmart, GA just to eat at Frankie's. After lunch, we did the traditional signing of the wall. Then Frankie offered to fill our water bottles and sent us on our way like an old friend. The next day, on the ride back from Smyrna to Anniston, we stopped back by Frankie's. It was too early to eat lunch but we just stopped in to see Frankie. She plied us with diet coke and tea and we purchased gatorade. She again offered to fill our water bottles. For trail riders, Frankie's is a must-do part of the entire experience.
Wes from Madison, AL - October 17th, 2010

Frankie's Restaurant is in a perfect location, exactly 1/2 way through an 80-mile bike ride from Piedmont, AL to Smyrna, GA. Although it was our first time, Frankie made us feel like close friends. I know I will be back soon and I am craving the breadsticks!
Ray - October 13th, 2010

Hey Frankie! I got back in town and told everyone about your restaurant and everyone was so jealous! Thank you soo much for your friendly hospitality, walking in felt like home. It was the best place to stop for my 18th Birthday!! It was a gift from God! We finished the Silver Comet Trail around 4 pm which meant we were on the trail for 6.5 hours and the lunch break saved our butts! Thank you for everything! You made my birthday special :)
Jen - September 28th, 2010

Frankie - thank you for your warm hospitality and terrific food. Your staff was friendly and helpful. I enjoyed hearing about your golf trip and I enjoyed my meatball sandwich. It was an honor to sign your wall, and I look forward to becoming a frequent visitor to your restaurant.
Bob - September 20th, 2010

Oh my goodness. Me and my family ate at Frankie's today and had a great experience! The service was wonderful; Frankie and the rest of the people there were so personable, taking time to talk to all the occupants in depth. It's a great restaurant for riders of the Silver Comet Trail, right nearby, with hefty meals to give you a boost of energy before riding. And the food was wonderful! At first I was a little wary of the Tilapia Parmesan (fish and red sauce don't normally mix for me), but the whole meal was fantastic! The bread sticks and creamy garlic dip were WONDERFUL. We'll definitely dine there again.
The Schuitema Family - September 17th, 2010

Hey Frankie! Its your Fantasy Springs bartender, Brad. The website looks great. I told you I'd check out the site! I hope you enjoyed your vacation and if I'm ever in the area I will be sure to drop by. Best of luck to you! Brad
 - September 8th, 2010

We ate at Frankies last June while touring on the Silver Comet Trail. We had an Italian salad with chicken. It was fabulous! The service was excellent and friendly. What an asset for trail riders! Sincerely, Carolyn and David Menke
 - September 2nd, 2010

Hi Frankie,It was great to meet you and enjoy a delicious meal at your restaurant.We look forward to coming again to ride the comet and reward ourselves with your yummy Italian food.The service was great as was the charming atmosphere.If you ever want to open another restaurant please come to Chattanooga. Best wishes,The Robinson
 - August 31st, 2010

I stopped in for a quick bite to eat Sun 8/15/ and was was very pleased with the service and food. The atmosphere was great. The restaurant is located next to the Silver Comet Trail which makes it great to stop in for a quick bite. Good job to the whole staff and I'll back for more in the near future. Kevin Sheehan/Go Ride A Bike
Falcon#1 - August 16th, 2010

Members of C4 (Covington, Conyers Cycling Club) set out on on 7/31/10 for a much anticipated ride to the Ritz Carlton of Italian Restaurants - better known as Frankie's - for some awesome, out of this world, mouth watering, fresh out of the oven - BREADSTICKS! I warned our team long before we left on the Facebook invitation I sent out, not to eat too many as the dough might weigh folks down on the 22 mile trek back, but of course no one listened to me. :-) We munched on those sticks until one of our team members asked for more. There were 4 left after we finished our lunch, and we just couldn't see them going to waste, so we loaded the remainder in the back pocket of one of our riders and he ate every one of them - and never shared one with any of us... All each of us heard from Monty on the way back to our starting point was, "I want more breadsticks!" We will beyond a doubt, make another 60 mile drive from Conyers to park in Hiram, and then ride our bikes for a 44 mile round tr
MaryAnne Hinkle - August 2nd, 2010

c4 cycle club from conyers, ga. was on the silver comet trail headed for rockmart. we were stoping at frankies,alady named maryann in our group told me it was awsome. wow-it was more then that. the food was great, bread sticks were in my jersey pockets for the ride back. please make frankies your stop if your in rockmart, you will be glad you did. monty---p.s. write a little something on the wall.
monty c4 cycle club conye - August 2nd, 2010

One of the best things about working on the square in downtown Rockmart, was being walking distance from Frankie's! I love her food, the place is comfortable and has a back room for groups, plus it is right at the Silver Comet Trail, so I can go for a quick walk after eating. Thanks for having a nice restaurant for us to enjoy!
Public Servant - July 30th, 2010

My cousin John & I, both former Cedartownions(sp?)were rescued by Frankie and staff from the sweltering heat and thunderstorm this past Saturday. Frankie's service, food, and personality more than overfilled us for our trip back to C'town. We recommend you go there after your ride, otherwise the food is too good and tempting to overfill you. Being both cyclists and locals, we welcome this Joisey girl to the South. Jim Moody
Jim "litemood" Moody - July 27th, 2010

Savannah, GA crew of thirteen rode Atlanta to Anniston day one, and back the next. One of the highlights was riding up to Frankie's for a wonderful meal. Great food, no goos or gels, in a bicyclist friendly atmosphere. Frankie makes it fun to show up. Sign your name on the walls. We loved the place!
ed kenreich - July 24th, 2010

Rode the Silver Comet from Smyrna to AL May 15 and stopped in at Frankies for an outstanding lunch. The food was delicious and plentiful. The service was excellent with the breadsticks coming fast and the drink glasses being refilled quickly and often. And Frankie entertained us with great conversation and let us sign the wall. Frankie's is a must if you're riding the Comet through Rockmart!
Keith Wishum - July 21st, 2010

Thanks for your hospitality today to 3 tired hot cyclists. You were so kind to open your restaurant on a day off to provide us delicious ice water and a bathroom break. Very much appreciated! Next time we will return when you're open and enjoy some great Italian food.
Beth - July 19th, 2010

Great food with a wonderful, warm hostess! Well worth the bike ride to have the opportunity to eat at Frankie's. Look forward to seeing you again.
amanderson - July 3rd, 2010

Frankie, If you read this I need a email to send a picture of us, thanks Peggy shanahan Sarasota fla. I left my email on the blob, thanks miss ya
 - June 23rd, 2010

We met Frankie threw her friend Chuck.YOU have to go eat their. Well we did and Frankie is the best! She treats you like you were her friend for ever.She told us where to stay for the nite and not to ride your bike onTrash mt. Well we ended up on trash MT. some how haha . We ate their for 2 nites great food and her girls are just as nice. We got to sign her wall and have a picture with her. If your ever up that way go see her you will have a friend for life. We need more people like Frankie to run restaurants. Maybe Frankie should run for mayor in that town hahah. Well everyone take care. Peggy+Danny Shanahan Sarasota, Fla.
peggy+dannyshanahan - June 23rd, 2010

I just found you again. I used to eat at Frankie's in Austell and miss it terribly. I always loved the creamy garlic dressing with it's (secret)ingredients. We had a graduation party for my daughter and her cousin and one of the hostesses brought that dressing. I knew the minute it hit my tongue what it was. I want to know if you ship your dressing. I live in Lawrenceville now and would love to get some.
Linda C. - May 30th, 2010

Lunch at Frankie's was FABULOUS!! One of the last times my husband, Jeffrey and I rode the SCT, Frankie was on vacation, so we didn't get a chance to meet her. Frankie had her back to me as she was telling Jeffrey and our friend, Richard where we could sit. I said, "You must be Frankie. The last time we were here, you weren't." She reached out and hugged me and told me she was sorry she missed us. :-) She asked us if we signed her wall and I showed her where we signed it on 9/5/09 when we rode our first 80 mile ride...A great place to eat - THAT IS FOR SURE!! Until next time... The Hinkles, Covington, GA (C4 Cycling Club)
 - May 23rd, 2010

Frankie- You did an outstanding job catering our district luncheon today. All the ladies were delighted with you and your wonderful chicken salad and bread sticks. Once again, you have outdone yourself. Thanks so much!!
Lori Franklin - May 13th, 2010

a special blessing on a special trip...after 70 miles on the trail we were getting hungry and just happened to ask a good looking woman for a good place to eat...she pointed us to "Frankie's"...i'd run out of water 10 miles back and thats the 1st thing they did...filled up the h2o bottle with ice and cold water...the bread,salad and egg plant parmesan were a delicious life saver...with the sweet and lovely Frankie and her waitresses keeping us satisfied...this was one of the best parts of the trip....thank you...
Stan "the man" Goebel - April 19th, 2010

We are cycling from AL to Atlanta along the Silver Comet. Fifteen of us (Team Redneck Huntsville Alabama) will eat lunch at Frankie's. This year a group of Atlanta Rednecks is ridin' out to meet us! And of course we have our Michigan Rednecks again this year! We always call ahead and lunch is ready when we git there! It's worth the trip for sure and we couldn't pass through Rockmart without a group photo and hug from Frankie!!! Tom Terrific
Tom Terrific - March 12th, 2010

Recommended by Miura Boiler. Great food and great service, Ill be back. Thanks for letting us sign the wall. Mark W. Milwaukee Wisconsin
 - March 9th, 2010

We stopped by Frankie's at the reccomendation of a friend who biked the Silver Comet Trail frequently. They told us about this cute little resturant just off the trail and really built it up to a very high expetation. When we arrived we were greeted by the sweetest lady that made us feel like we had known here all our lives. Such was the beginning of our first homecomming to Frankie's. It won't be our last. Randy & Carmen
 - March 8th, 2010

Wow . my wife and kids stopped at Frankies last friday . Just had to see what all the fuss was about , so many folks on the Silver Comet talking about the great lady who makes you feel like family when you stop at her restaurant. I'll just say that they had it right ...and those bread sticks are the best I've ever had ...see ya soon Framkie. Bob and Julie Farmer ...family
Bob and Julie Farmer ..pl - February 20th, 2010

Well, the good thing is I was able to eat at Frankie's twice over the weekend. Once on the way to Anniston. Once on the ride back to Atlanta. On the return trip the five of us were all very wet, soaked actually, dripping all over the restaurant, making a huge mess. I'm not sure I would have wanted five soaked cyclists at my table, but Frankie welcome us. Our wet cycling clothes hung over half the restaurant, dripping while we rested and ate and enjoyed Frankie's company. My friends and I enjoyed the hospitality and the food, as always. Frankie runs a superior establishment, with superior food, superior service and great hot chocolate for a cold, wet cyclist. On top of that Frankie and her staff treat you as an old and honored friend. If I lived in Atlanta I'd ride out to Frankie's way too often in an effort to get tired of the place, or the food, or Frankie. It would be a failed effort. I could eat there several times a week and enjoy every meal. The bad thing is
Jim Wallace - January 25th, 2010

If you haven't been to Frankie's then you haven't had the "BEST" Italian Food within 200 miles of Atlanta !!! You must make that short country drive to Rockmart, GA for her food!! We've missed you over the Holidays Ms. Frankie,hope your Holiday's went well. See you SOON !! Your "Harley" fans, Debi & Buster Smith, Hiram, Ga.
 - January 9th, 2010

our Crazy 8 girl bike trip stopped at Frankie's and loved the food and Frankie! We loved the consignment shop next door too but laughed at trying to strap items on our backs that we bought to get back to atlanta with on our bikes missy kane
Missy Kane - November 9th, 2009

FRANKIES is AMAZING... The food was absolutely delicious. The tomatoe soup is divine and the bread stick are melt in your mouth delicious... Frankie herself is an amazing person. She is extrememly friendly, sharing stories and making our evening one to remember!! P.S If you do enjoy wine remember to BYO!
 - November 9th, 2009

Frankie is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Just wish she would cough up the recipe for her fantastic garlic dressing that is so famous!?) BTW- She is an awesome golfer too! :)
CB - November 6th, 2009

Frankie's is the highlight of every Silver Comet trip. The food is great, the staff is friendly and attentive, and Frankie's warm welcome always makes it feel like home!
Alice - October 22nd, 2009

Frankie's is a favorite stop any time we do the Silver Comet trail. I've never had a meal that wasn't excellent, but Frankie's warm welcome makes this a special experience.
South Carolina Cyclist - October 18th, 2009

Thanks Frankie for all that you do for us. You meet us with a smile and your food is great, your staff is super and we enjoy coming there every time we ride the Silver Comet Trail. You always take excellent care of us.
Team Geek - October 15th, 2009

WOW! Frankie's is worth every mile that we bike along the Silver Comet Trail! We've been going to Frankie's for a couple of years & every time the food, waitstaff, atmosphere is the same...EXCELLENT! Frankie's the most pleasant & gracious host--she'll feed you "slap-yo-grandma-good" garlic breaksticks till you beg for mercy! Thanks Frankie for all you do--you're a doll! We love you! Drew,Doug,Jean,Nancy,Lynn,Cuca,Alonso--Duluth, GA. Debbe--(coffee cup artist)-Stone Mountain, GA. Ana--Virginia Highlands, Atlanta, GA. Cindy--Grant Park, Atlanta, GA. Sherri--Decatur,GA
Drew-Airborne Cyclist - October 13th, 2009

Frankie. You have a lovely restaurant. My brother and I rode in last Friday for lunch and feasted and recharged for our ride back to Atlanta. Thanks for the hospitality and great food!
Rich in NYC - September 17th, 2009

Cyclists from all over the world go to the Silver Comet Trail and if they are lucky, they too stumble upon Frankie's Restaurant. Once they enter the doors, they are greeted with a warm smile and are served the best Italian food and an invitation to sign the wall. They also have their photo taken which is placed on corkboards alongside many other cyclists who visit the restaurant. A very special thanks to our fabulous server who recommended the Egg Plant Parmesan; it was to die for and with two starving cyclists who would have eaten just about anything at that point; we savored the flavors, the atmosphere and the hospitable staff at Frankie's Restaurant. Johnny even took our water bottles, cleaned them and filled them with ice cold cubes and water which made our ride back so much better. My husband is a chef and said, "The staff at Frankie's is what I consider 5 stars where folks who work at the Ritz Carlton treat you just as special." Our fantastic server (so very sorry, but I
 - September 6th, 2009

to ask for directions to the nearest restaurant and was told by the store clerk there were several eateries in Rockmart, GA about 4-5 miles up the path. The store attendant said, "You can't miss them; Kentucky Fried Chicken, Arby's, etc." This was a miscalculation on the store clerk's part. We rode and rode and rode, only to find that the next eatery was about 8-10 miles up the path. I asked a lady on the path (after we turned around discovering there was no eateries in close proximity to us) who was riding with her two children where the closest Subway was, and because she was not from around these here parts, she laughed and said, "What Subway?" We laughed with her and said restaurants. ..Then she told us about Frankie's Restaurant. I was told earlier last week by Mary Ann Rickets and a few others that Frankie's was the best little Italian place on the trail (actually the only one right on the trail). Cyclists from all over the world go to the Silver Comet Trail and if the
Mary Anne Hinkle - September 6th, 2009

What a wonderful ride we had at the Silver Comet yesterday; September 5, 2009. Jeffrey and I rode (what we consider) our FIRST Metric Century. Jeffrey rode 84 miles and I rode 82.24 miles. The ride was sponsored by MasterCard and was fully supported by one Power Bar and several Power Bar Drink Mixes. WOW are we beat! We started at the East/West Connector Trail Head Entrance off S. Cobb Dr. The ride took us about 9.5 hours. We averaged 12+ mph which is great for me because my speed is slow at times. The time estimation includes deducting the times we stopped; several times to take pictures and once to eat - which we should not have done only because it was very challenging to get back in the saddle. However, we don't regret it one bit because we found Frankie's Restaurant. We made the mistake of not eating a full breakfast, but then again we only planned on riding 50 or so miles. We stopped at a store off Coot's Lake Road (about 33.5 miles up the trail from the E/W Connector) to
Mary Anne Hinkle - September 6th, 2009

I'm in Laughlin, NV, playing golf with Frankie and she is staying with us in our condo. She is a very fun person even though it is occasionally difficult to get her to go home from the casinos. We hope she will return next year when we are playing in Palm Springs, CA. One of the people in the condo is Norma Debo who is a friend of hers from Georgia. My name is Jo Basel and the other people in the condo are Tom Hughes and Mike Basel. It is seriously hot here but Frankie is a champ and sticking it out at the golf courses and in the condo with us because we tend to be a wid bunch sometimes. Hopefully if we ever get to Georgia we will get to eat at Frankie's place.
Jo Basel - September 4th, 2009

I have known Frankie for quite awhile and not only is her food the best Italian cuisine in the Metro Atlanta area (my personal opinion, but I know many others would agree), her hospitality makes the experience that much better! She has never met a stranger and treats all her customers like family! AND she has everyone sign her wall and she gets pictures of her guests and posts them on the wall! What other resturant values their customers like that??? Terri Wilson
TerriW - September 2nd, 2009

Tonight was my first dining experience at Frankie's, and it will most definitely not be my last. My parents had the pleasure of dining at Frankie's last weekend and could not wait for me to go with them this week. I was thoroughly impressed with the food, service, and atmosphere. However, I do believe the best part of my evening was gaining an adopted grandmother in Frankie. After meeting her, it is very clear why Frankie's is such a wonderful place to dine. It's not just about the food. It's about the experience. -Kristin Quick (Rome, GA)
 - August 22nd, 2009

We have enjoyed Frankie's awesome breadsticks w/creamy garlic dressing (which you can purchase to take home) since she had her restaurant in Austell. When she left us in Austell we were crushed and wondered if we would ever get our favorite italian foods again. Way back then she served my favorite dish she makes called Scuita!!! It is the best! When our son, Michael, who now lives in Rockmart, came across her restaurant he went in and was excited to see her serving food once again. Our first visit after rediscovering her new restaurant was so wonderful. She made us feel so welcome and passed out hugs and when I asked about Scuita (which is NOT on her menu) she immediately said she would cook it for me!! It has been heaven since and every visit to Rockmart now comes with an added visit to Frankie's for breadsticks and Scuita!! Frankie is the warmest and sweetest person you could ever meet! We love you Frankie!!! Your devoted fans from Austell days!! David, Cheryl & Christopher Bowen
 - August 21st, 2009

My wife and I had a most enjoyable dining experience. Our conversation with Frankie was simply delightful and the food was delicious. We will share our story with all of our friends and Frankie's will remain on our list of favorite places to dine. Randy and Janie Quick Rome, GA August 2009
 - August 16th, 2009

Frankie's has been a favorite stop for my bike riding buddies for over 5 years. We have stopped there via the Silver Comet and had at least 9 lunches and last Saturday night dinner. We have had everything on the menu that pertains to Italian and it was all delicious, served quickly and priced right. Frankie has become a good friend and always extends a welcome. We arrivied Saturday night via bicycles from Anniston and after a night in Rockmart contined on Sunday to home in Atlanta, a 97 mile trip so you can imagine the appetite we had Saturday night. Good luck Frankie and keep on cookin. John Keenan, Dunwoody Ga.
John Keenan - August 10th, 2009

Wow! What service! Bob, John, and I (Glen) just finished bicyling from Weaver Rd. (just north of Anniston, Al). The reason we planned to stay over at Rockmart was so we could eat at our favorate place, Frankie's. We have had many lunches during our Silver Comet rides, all great. Well we were sick of riding and we were staying at the Ecno Lodge which is about 2.5 miles from our dinner goal of enjoying another meal with Frankie. We called her and she not only picked us up, she brought us back. What a gal!!! Dinner was the best ever. We loved it all. Thanks. Glen
Friends from Dunwoody - August 9th, 2009

When Frankie left her Austell location my wife was crushed. We lost track of her until one day riding through Rockmart we needed to stop at the bike shop by the trail. To our dismay the bike shop was gone. But, to our great pleasure Frankie's was in that location. We were not prepared to eat at that time, though Frankie warmly welcomes cyclists (and bikers too, we understand). We returned one evening for dinner and it is every bit as good as we remember. The breadsticks with the creamy garlic sauce for dipping are incredible. The lasagna was wonderful as was the spaghetti. Well worth the trip to Rockmart out Route 278. And Frankie is as equally warm and welcoming as are her bread sticks.
Mike and Sherry - August 2nd, 2009

What a great place to stop and eat as you bike the trail. The food is always great and even better is the way you are treated by Frankie and others. Placed my name on the wall a few years ago and have been back many times. Keep up the great tradition and I look forward to seeing you soon! James Biggs - Powder Springs, GA.
James Biggs - July 25th, 2009

I thought I was the only one who rode a bicycle ! Man was I wrong got to Frankie's and the place was full of locals and happy bicyclists . Had the chicken lasagna ate too many of her famous bread sticks..I'll be back . Bart from Smyrna .
bart - July 21st, 2009

Frankie Rocks Rockmart! That's all there is to it! We live in Smyrna and cycle out to Frankie's whenever we get a chance. She greets us with a big smile and hugs and keeps those yummy breadsticks and sweet tea coming. It's worth the 75 miles in the saddle for her great food and hospitality. We highly recommend Frankie's to everyone! Kerri & Steve Hunter
 - July 5th, 2009

My wife and I dined here about 40 miles into our bike ride on the Silver Comet Trail. We were really made to feel welcome and the food (pizza and cheesesticks) was delicious. We signed the wall and had our picture taken with Frankie. She couldn't have been nicer and the entire experience was tremendous! We highly recommend Frankie's!
David and Gwen - July 3rd, 2009

I eat there often and never had a bad meal..great service!
janice - July 1st, 2009

ILOVE FRANKIES
JIM - June 29th, 2009

Pizza and Salad are great - love the homemade salad dressing
Bill - May 3rd, 2009

Awesome food! Breadsticks and garlic dip to die for - Definately worth the drive!
Gina Scoggin - April 28th, 2009