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July 2025 by Sam DiMauro
Was looking for recommendations on a number of different wines, especially since I was pretty new to/unfamiliar with wine. One of the guys helped me out and gave a good number of options, explained what he liked about them, and additional information about how to read labels better. Ended up walking out with two great wines, one of which, the Syrocco, might be my favorite I've ever had. Really great experience, and I'm glad I went in.
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June 2025 by Sarah Swenson
Recently visited Hart & Cru and absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is quaint (in the best way), vibrant, and the wine selection is amazing. Kendall was INCREDIBLE: helpful, attentive, and personable. Knew his stuff when it came to wine! Loved every minute of our time there!!
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June 2025 by Kelli Poland
This place is a fun and quant place to enjoy a sip of wine from a knowledgeable staff. They create their own bites that are so tasty and satisfying. They’ve created a cozy and hip ambiance offering music of choice for the night playing from their vinyl collection.
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May 2025 by Andrew Turner
Great experience and best music on vinyl. Oh..and the wine was awesome too
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April 2025 by Megan Cox
From a wine snob: Absolutely wonderful, approachable and diverse European selection, kind staff, $20 off the menu price if you take a bottle home + caviar service! Will be back when I'm town again.
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March 2025 by Jojhan German
Was looking for something of a vibe of upscale ambiance with that rustic style that blends perfectly to create a modern and stylish experience and this place fit the bill right on!
My girlfriend and I came in for a very brief visit on a Sunday night. The music, the friendly staff, and the wide selection of wine on the wall left us impressed.
We shared a glass of the vignini (chardonnay type of wine) and we also shared a bolognese pasta.
Will definitely come back with more time!
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February 2025 by Alexandra Craig
My brother and I visited Hart & Cru this evening for some wine and good conversation. The service was outstanding, good selection, great tunes on vinyl. For a minute I forgot I was in Cincinnati and that’s a huge compliment.
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December 2024 by Matthew
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.
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November 2024 by Francis Malinosky-Rummell
We absolutely loved our visit to Hart & Cru. The ambience was beautiful with impeccable service provided by Jonathan. The food was delicious and next level with fresh truffle shavings added. The extensive wine list was wonderful to explore, and we particularly appreciated the additional staff recommendations, including some exceptional dessert wines. Start to finish the evening was magical. Can't wait to go back!
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October 2024 by Bowmanlaurapiper
Lots of choices of wine on menu and more are available. They have some nice bites. The staff is lovely.
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October 2024 by Clay W
It's actually criminal that this please wasn't on some mass reviewed site of places to visit. They're not doing their job to recommend quality locations.
My lady and I rolled up to HART & CRU quite serendipitously.
Have you ever wanted to be on that out of town trip and stumble upon a local GEM of a place that makes you wish that you lived in the city you're visiting? Please let Houston, TX know it's been good to me for 35 years but the Queen City has stolen my taste buds tonight.
I'll say less.
Food 5/5
Wine 5/5
Service 100/5 (this one is for you Miles)
Atmosphere 5/5
I'll say more..
We sat outside on Sunday evening during golden hour, enjoying to cool breeze wash over us, while sipping. We were in town for a wedding so love was in the air. Black shirt guy certainly felt it.
I didn't get enough pictures worthy of this place. 3 varietals and 4 appetizers later only wish to share the good news. Please go. I'm unable to be a regular patron from states away. This is the type of establishment that all elements add to the experience. Thanks black shirt guy!
P.S. Trevor is not the guy in the black shirt making out with his date on the patio but the extremely knowledgeable server. He's the shizz with just enough rizz (this sentence is for the youths). Listening to his recommendations was the best decision.
P.S.S - solo diners were exceptionally well taken care of.
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September 2024 by Jess D
Sit outside with a glass of orange wine and enjoy the neighborhood.
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September 2024 by Mark Mascolino
Excellent service and atmosphere. Exceptionally knowledgeable staff.
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August 2024 by Sydney Cain
Sarah is a gem. I joined their wine club in a very busy time in my life (finishing school, moving, finding a job) and would always forget to pick up my boxes. Sarah always reaches out to remind me and has dropped off my orders for me a couple times now, which is such a help when life gets busy. Stellar service there and just kind and helpful people all around!
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July 2024 by A. Burkhardt
Wonderful selection, knowledge and nice staff.
