Instead of “howdy,” we say “bonjour!”
Well, for one day, at least.
Grab your beret and baguette because Bastille Day is the anniversary of the storming of the Bastille, marking the start of the French Revolution. For Texans, that means feasting on French food and wine and indulging in French culture and celebrations.
If you would rather celebrate from the comfort of your home, we recommend watching “Ratatouille,” “Grand Budapest Hotel” or “French Dispatch” — we thank Wes Anderson, a genius who roams among us, for both of those — or going full revolution mode with “Les Misérables.”
Here is our roundup of French restaurants and other happenings for the French celebration.
Bonne Fete Nationale!
1. Rise
Rise rises above and beyond each year to celebrate the French holiday by serving its famous Cherry Clafoutis and hosting festive decorations and entertainment. They encourage furry friends to celebrate — we hear furry friends can also receive a special treat.
5135 Monahans Ave.
2. Savor Patisserie
Savor pastries, we do, and this is almost the one-stop shop for your Bastille Day essentials. Stock up on some macaroons, or get their Bastille Day special macaron box. You can get the special red, white, and blue box of macarons for you to celebrate with — one box of 25 for only $50. Enchantée.
909 Currie St.
3. Saint-Emilion Restaurant
Saint-Emilion offers the taste of France year-round and is the crème de la crème of Fort Worth. After being closed for a year, it’s ready to continue serving the city's folks. For Bastille Day, they offer a country buffet curated by chef Pascal and Bernard. We hear if you wear a béret, you will receive a Kir Royale, gratuite.
4. Paris 7th
Paris 7th is proudly located on West 7th and mirrors the Paris 7th district, where sits notable places such as the Eiffel Tower, Musée d’Orsay, and the Les Invalides Museum. Alas, we are not in Paris, but Paris 7th in Fort Worth is the next best thing. Some might say le Coeur de Paris, the heart of Paris.
3324 W 7th St.
5. Grand Cru Wine Bar
Last, but hardly least, on our list is Grand Cru, a wonderland of wines from various regions in France. It’s a casual place to have a glass of wine or four — it’s what the French would want.
1257 W Magnolia Ave.
