The Thanksgiving holiday is coming up, which means it's time to find your stretchy pants and think about what you're thankful for this year.
Whether you'll be feasting with family and friends or spending a quiet Nov. 28, we've got a roundup of Thanksgiving-themed things to do and get in preparation for the big day. From groceries to beer and wine shops to bakeries, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Cincinnati's top go-to spots for the holiday, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list.
Responsible for dessert, but haven't got the time or energy? Head to one of Cincinnati's top bakeries, all of which are cranking out autumnal-inspired baked goods and sweet treats perfect for Thanksgiving.
1. Taste of Belgium
Topping the list is Over-The-Rhine's Taste of Belgium, situated at 1801 Race St. in Findlay Market. With 4.5 stars out of 155 reviews on Yelp, the bakery and creperie, which also offers coffee, tea and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
2. Happy Chicks Bakery
Next up is Northside's Happy Chicks Bakery, located at 4035 Hamilton Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the bakery and vegan spot, which offers desserts and more, 4.5 stars out of 90 reviews.
As friends and family prepare to gather, head to one of Cincinnati's best grocery stores to stock up on supplies before it's too late.
1. The Takeaway
Topping the list is The Takeaway. Located at 1324 Main St. in Over-The-Rhine, the deli, grocery store and breakfast and brunch spot is the highest-rated grocery store in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 16 reviews on Yelp.
2. Country Fresh Farm Market
Next up is Country Fresh Farm Market, situated at 8425 Vine St. With 4.5 stars out of 33 reviews on Yelp, the grocery store and farmers market has proven to be a local favorite.
Not everyone can pull off the perfect home-cooked side dish. What you can do — so long as you're 21 or older — is come prepared with a six-pack of quality beer or a fitting bottle of wine. To help you get the goods, here's a roundup of Cincinnati's top beer and wine shops.
1. Liberty's Bar & Bottle
Topping the list is Liberty's Bar & Bottle. Located at 1427 Main St. in Over-The-Rhine, the wine and beer bar, which offers beer, wine, spirits and more, is the highest-rated beer, wine and spirits spot in Cincinnati, boasting 4.5 stars out of 66 reviews on Yelp.
2. Corner Bistro
Next up is Central Business District's Corner Bistro, situated at 307 Sycamore St. With 4.5 stars out of 36 reviews on Yelp, the Asian fusion and Japanese spot, offering beer, wine, spirits and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine
Hyde Park's Hyde Park Gourmet Food & Wine, located at 2707 Erie Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheese shop and chocolatier, which offers beer, wine, spirits and more, four stars out of 23 reviews.
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