France’s national holiday, Bastille Day was a turning point in the nation’s revolution. On July 14, 1789, a mob stormed the fortress that represented the worst of the old 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 Cincinnati’s freshest restaurants, crêperies and wine bars, using data from Yelp and our own methodology.
Cincinnati boasts its share of French restaurants, ideal for a Bastille Day meal.
1. Boca
Topping the list is Boca. Located at 114 E. Sixth St. in Central Business District, the Italian, French and gluten-free spot is the highest rated French restaurant in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 399 reviews on Yelp.
2. Bauer Farm Kitchen
Next up is Central Business District's Bauer Farm Kitchen, situated at 435 Elm St. With 4.5 stars out of 136 reviews on Yelp, the modern European, German and French spot has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Sartre OTR
Over-The-Rhine's Sartre OTR, located at 1910 Elm St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the brasserie, New American and French spot four stars out of 117 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 thIs popular spots.
1. Unwind Wine Bar & Light Fare
Topping the list is Unwind Wine Bar & Light Fare. Located at 3435 Michigan Ave. in Hyde Park, the wine bar is the highest rated wine bar in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 143 reviews on Yelp.
3. LouVino OTR
Over-The-Rhine's LouVino OTR, located at 1142 Main St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the wine bar, tapas bar and specialty food spot 4.5 stars out of 226 reviews.
Whether you order them sweet or savory, crêpes are a classic way to pay tribute to French cuisine. Hoodline combed through Cincinnati's top crêperies, and here's where everyone is heading.
1. Taste Of Belgium
Topping the list is Taste of Belgium in Findlay Market. Located at 1801 Race St. in Over-The-Rhine, the bakery, creperie and coffee and tea spot is the highest rated creperie in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 150 reviews on Yelp.
2. Buona Terra
Next up is Mt. Lookout's Buona Terra, situated at 1028 Delta Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 150 reviews on Yelp, the creperie and gelato spot, serving desserts and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Essencha Tea House & Healthy Lunch Cafe
Oakley's Essencha Tea House & Healthy Lunch Cafe, located at 3212 A Madison Road, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the tea room and creperie, which offers sandwiches and more, four stars out of 116 reviews.
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