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 New York City’s freshest restaurants, crêperies and wine bars, using data from Yelp and our own methodology.
New York City boasts its share of French restaurants, ideal for a Bastille Day meal.
1. Per Se
Topping the list is the Upper West Side's Per Se, situated at 10 Columbus Circle, Floor 4 (between West Central Park and Broadway). With 4.5 stars out of 1,568 reviews on Yelp, the French spot has proven to be a local favorite.
2. La Sirene
SoHo's La Sirene, located at 558 Broome St. (between Avenue Of The Americas and Varick Street), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the French spot 4.5 stars out of 1,566 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. Amélie
Topping the list is Amélie. Located at 22 W. Eighth St. (between Fifth Ave and MacDougal Street) in Greenwich Village, the wine bar and French spot is the most popular wine bar in New York City, boasting 4.5 stars out of 2,504 reviews on Yelp.
2. Black Mountain Wine House
Gowanus' Black Mountain Wine House, located at 415 Union St. (between Hoyt and Smith streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the wine bar 4.5 stars out of 208 reviews.
Whether you order them sweet or savory, crêpes are a classic way to pay tribute to French cuisine. Hoodline combed through New York City's top crêperies, and here's where everyone is heading.
1. Cafe Triskell
First up is Cafe Triskell. Located at 33-04 36th Ave. in Long Island City, the creperie and French spot is the highest rated creperie in New York City, boasting 4.5 stars out of 413 reviews on Yelp.
2. Creperie
Next up is the Lower East Side's Creperie, situated at 135 Ludlow St. (between Stanton and Rivington streets). With four stars out of 462 reviews on Yelp, the creperie has proven to be a local favorite.
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