Oyster bar & restaurant planned for historic former Franklin Grill location [Video]

FRANKLIN, Mich. (WXYZ) — A new restaurant is coming to the former Franklin Grill. Jay Farner, the former head of Rocket Mortgage and the managing partner of Ronin Capital Partners, is bringing The Franklin Oyster Bar & Eatery to the site.

According to a press release, the restaurant will be located at 32760 Franklin Rd. and is scheduled to open by the end of the year in the historic Franklin Village.

Farner bought the property earlier this year and is leading the renovation of the iconic carriage house, which was originally built in 1848. Once it’s completed, officials say the redesign will honor the building’s history and blend the charm of Charleston’s coastal dining experience.

It will be nicknamed “The Franklin” and will be led by Executive Chef Nick Geftos, who also serves as executive chef of BESA Detroit.

According to restaurant officials, the original settlers of Franklin came from …