About Franklyn's Breakfast Burgers & Shakes
A Reading, PA Food Destination for Breakfast, Burgers & Shakes
Welcome to Franklyn’s Breakfast, Burgers & Shakes, a local restaurant in the heart of Reading, Pennsylvania, serving up satisfying breakfast favorites, juicy burgers, delicious shakes, and classic comfort food in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.
Franklyn’s is more than a place to grab a quick meal. We’re a breakfast and burger destination in Reading, PA for locals, families, friends, workers, visitors, and anyone willing to make the trip for a great meal.
Whether you're starting your day with a hearty breakfast, craving a fresh smash burger and fries, or looking for a cold, creamy shake, Franklyn’s has something for everyone.
Fresh Food, Made with Care
More Than a Meal. It’s About the People.
Franklyn Fleming has spent more than 20 years in the hospitality industry, building his career in Berks County before opening his own restaurant.
In 2015, Franklyn and his wife Jill took a leap and brought his longtime dream to life: Franklyn’s Breakfast, Burgers & Shakes. Our menu is built around the kind of food people love—hearty breakfasts, satisfying lunches, and dishes made with fresh ingredients and generous portions. It’s simple, honest food, made with care and served with a smile.
And if you’re in the mood to linger a little longer, we offer handcrafted cocktails alongside great coffee to round out your experience. The Sunny Bistro brings together comfort, quality, and a relaxed atmosphere you can enjoy any day of the week.
Meet Franklyn
A Larger-Than-Life Welcome for Everyone
Franklyn isn’t just a name on the sign — Franklyn represents the spirit of the restaurant: larger than life, welcoming to everyone, and always ready to make you feel at home.
At Franklyn’s, there’s room for everyone at the table. Whether you’re a longtime local, visiting Reading for the first time, stopping in with family, meeting friends, or simply looking for a great meal, you’re welcome here.
We believe good food brings people together, and that a restaurant should be a place where you can relax, enjoy yourself, and leave with a full stomach and a smile.
That welcoming spirit is at the heart of Franklyn’s Breakfast, Burgers & Shakes — a Reading, PA food destination built around good food, good people, and a whole lot of personality.
Breakfast Worth Getting Up For
Breakfast is at the heart of Franklyn’s. From fluffy pancakes and eggs to bacon and other satisfying breakfast favorites, we serve the kind of food that makes a morning better.
Whether you’re grabbing breakfast before work, meeting friends for a morning meal, or looking for a great breakfast spot in Reading, Franklyn’s is ready to welcome you.
Come hungry. We’ll take care of the rest.
Burgers Made for Burger Lovers
When it comes to burgers, we believe bigger flavor starts with a great burger.
Our burgers are made to be satisfying, messy, flavorful, and worth coming back for. Our signature-style smash burgers feature crispy, caramelized edges, melted cheese, fresh toppings, and a soft bun, served with fries for the full Franklyn’s experience.
Looking for a
burger in Reading, PA? Make Franklyn’s your destination.
And Don’t Forget the Shakes
What goes better with breakfast or a burger than a delicious shake?
Franklyn’s shakes add a little extra fun to the menu, with rich, creamy flavors and indulgent toppings. Whether you're treating yourself after a meal or stopping in specifically for a shake, there’s always a reason to make room for one.
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A Local Restaurant with a Bigger Reach
We’re proud to call Reading, PA home and to be part of the local community. Our location welcomes neighborhood walk-in traffic every day, but Franklyn’s is also a destination worth discovering if you’re coming from outside the city.
We want people throughout Berks County and the surrounding area to know that there’s a place in Reading worth the drive for breakfast, burgers, fries, and shakes.
Local favorite or first-time visitor — everyone has a seat at Franklyn’s.
Why Franklyn’s?
At the end of the day, it’s simple: good food, friendly people, and a place where you can feel welcome.
We’re building Franklyn’s into a destination that people in Reading know and love — and a place people from outside the city will want to seek out.
Whether you’re searching for breakfast in Reading, PA, a great burger in Reading, a local restaurant for lunch, or a delicious shake, Franklyn’s Breakfast, Burgers & Shakes is ready to serve you.
Come Hungry. Leave Happy.
Franklyn says it best:
“It’s all about the people.” That’s the heart of Franklyn’s — good food, good conversation, and a place where you feel like part of the family.
And, of course…
Never Trust a Skinny Chef!
Come hungry. Leave happy.
Franklyn’s Breakfast, Burgers & Shakes
1007 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania
