France’s national holiday, Bastille Day, was a turning point in the nation’s revolution. On July 14, 1789, a mob stormed the fortress prison that represented the worst of the monarchy, and the anniversary has been marked ever since.
In modern times, it’s a day of celebration in France, as well as for Francophiles everywhere.
In the spirit of liberté, égalité et fraternité, Hoodline compiled this list of Baltimore’s freshest restaurants, crêperies and wine bars, using data from Yelp and our own methodology.
Baltimore boasts its share of French restaurants, ideal for a Bastille Day meal.
1. Petit Louis Bistro
Topping the list is Petit Louis Bistro. Located at 4800 Roland Ave. in Roland Park, it is the highest-rated French restaurant in Baltimore, boasting four stars out of 278 reviews on Yelp.
2. Chez Hugo
Next up is Downtown's Chez Hugo, situated at 206 E. Redwood St. With 4.5 stars out of 45 reviews on Yelp, the wine bar and French restaurant, serving steak frites and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Charleston
The Inner Harbor's Charleston, located at 1000 Lancaster St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the New American, Southern and French restaurant 4.5 stars out of 462 reviews.
If you're looking to grab a glass (or bottle) of wine before, during or after your Bastille Day festivities, consider checking out one of these popular spots.
1. V-No Wine Bar
Topping the list is V-No Wine Bar. Located at 905 S. Ann St. in Fells Point, it is the highest-rated wine bar in Baltimore, boasting four stars out of 136 reviews on Yelp.
2. The Corner Bistro And Wine Bar
Next up is Ridgely Delight's The Corner Bistro and Wine Bar, situated at 213 Penn St. With 4.5 stars out of 202 reviews on Yelp, the wine bar and New American restaurant has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Cinghiale
The Inner Harbor's Cinghiale, located at 1000 Lancaster St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the wine bar and Italian restaurant four stars out of 420 reviews.
Whether you order them sweet or savory, crêpes are a classic way to pay tribute to French cuisine. Hoodline combed through Baltimore's top crêperies, and here's where everyone is heading.
1. Sofi's Crepes
Topping the list is Sofi's Crepes. Located at 1627 Thames St. in Fells Point, it is the highest-rated creperie in Baltimore, boasting 4.5 stars out of 63 reviews on Yelp.
2. Ruben's
Next up is Federal Hill's Ruben's, situated at 1043 S. Charles St. With 4.5 stars out of 40 reviews on Yelp, the creperie and Mexican spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. T-Swirl Crepe
Charles Village's T-Swirl Crepe, located at 3113 St. Paul St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the creperie and gluten-free spot, which offers desserts and more, 4.5 stars out of 75 reviews.
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