The Mill Tavern

If you are traveling down Coles Mill Road in Franklinville, you will come across a true South Jersey neighborhood establishment that is currently writing its next chapter. Located at 2839 Coles Mill Road, The Mill Tavern is the newest iteration of a long standing local watering hole. Many longtime area residents will recognize the building as the former Villari’s Sports Bar, or even remember it from its older days as Mike’s Coles Mill Tavern. The venue officially changed ownership and transitioned into The Mill Tavern in 2025, returning to its roots as a classic, no nonsense local tavern.

Because it is a newly transitioned neighborhood spot, it currently maintains an incredibly low profile online. There is no flashy website or heavy social media presence. Instead, it relies almost entirely on the local community and word of mouth. The atmosphere inside is exactly what you would expect from a rural South Jersey roadside tavern. It is highly unpretentious, catering mostly to a crowd of local regulars who live in the surrounding area. You can expect a laid back, casual environment where everyone knows the bartenders. They also occasionally host local live music and rock bands on the weekends to keep the energy up.

When it comes to the drink experience, The Mill Tavern is not the place you go for complex mixology or a massive menu of obscure craft beers. It is very much a shot and a beer type of establishment. You will find reliable, ice cold domestic draft and bottled beers like Miller Lite, Coors, and Yuengling. The bartenders are ready to pour standard mixed drinks and simple cocktails without any fuss. It is the perfect spot if you just want to grab a highly affordable, cold drink after a long day of work or a weekend ride without dealing with large crowds or loud club music.

If you are looking for an authentic, under the radar tavern experience where you can enjoy a cold domestic beer and listen to local bands, The Mill Tavern is a genuine local secret.