HART & CRU

“This place is nice. Cacio de Pepe is actually a dish of pasta. Bread is big portions, and the outdoor ambience is divine, along with the indoor atmosphere. Come here and “hang out””

“Hart & Cru in Pendleton is bringing a world-class wine experience straight to Cincinnati. The moment you walk through the door, you feel transported — think Napa Valley vibes without the plane ticket. The staff is as knowledgeable as they are welcoming, making every visit feel personal whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or just getting started. The selection is top quality, and their wine club is an absolute no-brainer if you find yourself coming back — which you will. Cincinnati is lucky to have a place like this, and Hart + Cru deserves every bit of support the city can give it.”

“Wine shop and bar. Bottles and glasses available. Incredibly knowledgeable staff, they're happy to answer questions. Outdoor and indoor seating is available. Small bites are also available to accompany your drinks. We had such a lovely time!”

“We’re so lucky to have such a top notch wine bar in Cincinnati - cozy ambiance, delicious light bites, a great selection of wines, and amazing service. Makes you feel like you’re on a European vacation.”

“WINE LOVERS REJOICE! I've been coming here since the spring, and it's honestly criminal that I haven't left a review yet. I don't go out to eat a lot anymore because I just think it's a horrible value at most places. Why pay more for something I can do better at home? However, Hart & Cru is definitely the exception! It's an experience worth the price of entry. Most places, even dedicated wine bars in the area, you pay a huge markup on an average-at-best bottle, but not here. The cost of the booting is the same as if you’d buy it to drink at home. Oh, and can anybody say stemware?!? It is so refreshing to have a wine bar that actually uses high-quality crystal. I don't want to buy a premium bottle of Classé Growth or grand cru wine just to drink it out of a 3-pound goblet. God bless H&C + glasvin. I haven't mentioned the food yet, which honestly has no business being this good for a wine bar. It's near restaurant quality; at times, the only thing they're honestly missing for my taste is a delicious shot of espresso and some killer desserts, which I hope is on the way. The menu changes seasonally; the small bites are wonderful, the olives are perfect, and just like wine, they take the olive oil seriously. And maybe it's just me being a passionate Italian, but that means something. This is one of the few places I'll come to dine alone. The staff are enjoyable to hang out with, the communal table is great to strike up a conversation with randoms, and the grape juice is flowing. You never feel like you're drinking alone. I have to give a special shout-out to Brittany, who I met as a server but has since grown into one of my wine mentors and a friend that I greatly respect. It's thanks to her and the rest of the crew, like Trevor, that we keep coming back.”