Very good brunch -- quiche was good, but overdone. Staff friendly but service a little slow. Escargot nicely done but needed more flavor/garlic. Overall, a solid 4 out of 5 stars, but a few too many "if onlys" from my perspective. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Salmon and eggs-- solid but needed more flavor - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Another perfect lunch tray. Cod with ratatouille. Carrot soup. Salad. Cream Puffs. Thank you, French Crust. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Lunch tray 3/12/25. Cod with ratatouille. Carrot soup. Salad. Cream puffs. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Absolutely loved this place. Had nice decor and friendly staff. They offered opinions and ordered the quiche Loraine and it was the bomb. The wife ordered montecristo and wow it was amazing. Definitely a great place to try and highly recommend giving it a try. read more

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This place was very nice! It was a little warm inside but the decor is very fun and cute. Our server was really kind and helpful. Food was very good, especially the truffle fries! read more

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What a cool place in OTR adjacent to Findlay Market. French inspired brunch menu. I had the French onion soup and a salad, while my wife had the special BLT omelette . We both were craving an espresso martini aside from our usual Bloody Mary. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious. They have a full bar with many mixed drink options and decent beer lists. The server was super friendly and attentive. French Crust is usually busy on the weekends so make a reservation or get there early. read more

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My friend and I were shopping at Findlay Market on a Wednesday in early October and popped in to see what they were serving for their Lunch Tray Special. I only knew about these lunches from following them on social media. Each week they serve a different lunch Weds.-Fri. at the bar for $19. It's enough food that we both took a bit home. The ambiance is bright, and you can't miss seeing all the of the salt and pepper shakers in the display case - what a hoot! We had chicken breast over rich mashed potatoes, a yummy quinoa salad, homeade tomato soup, and a frozen strawberry puff pastry item. Everything was delicious (although the dessert was a bit odd), and for the price, it was steal for lunch. We will be back to try more! As a bonus, while we were there, Molly Wellman was consulting with the bartender. We tried her Cincinnati Gin and she explained the history of how she chose the recipe and went into a deep dive of the history of distilling in Cincinnati. So we had a very educational lunch! Thanks Molly! read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Lunch Tray - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Came here for brunch, and boy, I was not disappointed. Order their duo salmon with cream of chicken soup, pistachio croissant and their croque madame. Was never really a fan of cream of chicken as they usually tasted like the can ones. But was craving for a soup that day, and I was glad I ordered it! Their cream of chicken has real chicken in there! There shredded chicken meat in there and you can find soft bones in there too. So they pretty much threw the whole chicken in there shimmer it till the meat fall off the bones before removing the bones. Love it! They also added barley in it, giving it that grainy texture. Never knew I'm actually a fan of barley! Their duo salmon... it's definitely a must have! Croissant sandwich with salmon, tomato and egg mayo?! What more can you ask for?! Egg mayo in Croissant! read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

My friends and I absolutely loved French Crust! The service was friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere was upbeat, energetic, and the whole place was buzzing. Our server, Carissa, was lovely. We started with French press coffee. Perfect. Initially just two of us were drinking it and quickly two more cups were poured. Coffee perfection. Everything we ordered was fabulous: eggs Benedict, Skinny Benedict, FCC Tomato goat cheese, Goat quiche, and the omelette du jour. everything loved their order! We'll be back. read more

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Busy crowd on weekends, but wonderful to pop in on a trip to Findlay Market. Was able to walk in on a Sunday and enjoy the fresh croissants, coffee, omelette with fruit and the eggs Benedict. Prices are a little expensive but is great food and service. One of my favorite places to bring friends from out of town. read more

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Saturday brunch reservations for 2 with one of my good friends. She had the Caesar salad and I had the flat croissant with Swiss and mushrooms, side of Caesar salad and a bowl of French onion soup. We both had the French artisanal lemonade which was tart and delicious! My only sad note was the French onion soup- it was nice and fresh.... A little too fresh without the onions caramelizing down into that sweet onion thick brown goodness. It was an onion soup with bread and cheese instead. So watery thin I thought at first the broth was oil floating to the top. Otherwise the service was excellent without the staff getting pushy when we stayed and chatted after the 3pm close time. Everyone was super gracious about it. And the atmosphere and ambiance was definitely supportive of girls brunch, date brunch or solo brunch. read more

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Our waitress was super friendly and attentive. Breakfast was so fresh and light! We were looking for a breakfast on the lighter side after a night at the Luke Bryan concert so popped into French crust and they did not disappoint. Weather was perfect for outside dining. Our Coffee was delicious and the omelette du jour was mozzarella, Arugula and tomato with a fruit bowl on the side. Great way to start our day! read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Arugula, mozzarella and tomato Omelet with a side of fresh fruit. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

One of my favorite food emporiums in Cincinnati. Located at Findlay Market. I was sorry to hear of Chef Jean-Robert's passing. What a major impact he had on the local food scene. Nice bistro menu, excellent environment , and ably served by Madisyn. I come here every Cincinnati visit. You should too. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We tried about one of everything. I don't like to regret not getting something lol. The snails were very tasty, flavorful. I did not enjoy chomping on a piece of shell though :) The macaroni is not like macaroni we are used to. Not the right noodles and it has mushrooms and something else in it. It was alright, big bowl of noodles. French onion soup was a bit sweeter than I like but very tasty. Burger was nothing special. Just a normal burger. The chicken was good but all the salt was sprinkled on top. read more

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Lovely cafe in the heart of OTR and across the street from Findlay Market. I have been here a few times and have always ordered the same thing because it HAD always been fantastic. While the establishment looked mostly the same and the wait staff was still friendly since my last visit two years ago, I noticed a decline in the quality of my food. The bowl of "Creamy Chicken Soup" was completely off the usual mark. It was very watery as if someone had added more chicken broth or water to make the pot go further. I thought that perhaps this was a new recipe and so disappointedly continued to eat the soup. The flavor was still good, it just lacked the consistency of any type of "creamy" soup as the menu name states. After paying the bill I asked the waitresses if there was a new recipe or chef since the soup seemed to be so off point from years ago. She said that she also noticed that it was watery and actually thought it was a different soup that day, but in fact, it was just a watery day. If she had noticed that the soup seemed off from the normal consistency, then she should have warned us of the change or suggested the French Onion soup instead. The Quiche seemed to be a bit overcooked. While the egg portion seemed fine, the crust was very brown indicating a pinch too long in the oven. Portion size was very big however. I just avoided the crust altogether. This was a special pre-Christmas brunch with a family member, so it was bit disappointing to have the food quality diminished from previous visits, read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Creamy Chicken Soup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Located in the Findlay Market, the French Crust Cafe and Bistro is a great place for breakfast and brunch. Popular by many, there was a wait at the 10 am opening. Standard breakfast fare with foods like goetta, omelets, french toast & good coffee. Recommend taking a break from the market where delicious food and drinks are served. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - French Toast, omelette with fruit and Goetta - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The French Crust Cafe and Bistro is located in the Findlay Market area. Is is one of the late Chef Jean-Robert de Cavel's restaurants. We loved his downtown restaurant (Jean-Robert's Table) which closed at the end of 2020 so we were really excited to eat here. We found parking in one of the close by lots and paid via the parking app. The cafe is a cute, blue, corner bistro, with windows. The inside is lovely and take a look around at the detail as it is decorated with a neat chandelier and ornamental roosters, chickens, pigs around the dining area. For food, I started with a Chocolate Almond Croissant and my partner with the Chocolate Croissant, which we both enjoyed. It was like starting with dessert. Next we had a cup of chicken wild rice and much room soup, which is one of their signature items and is a must. So good. For the main dish I went with the Quiche Du Jour, which was had chicken, asparagus, and garlic. My partner had the Quiche Lorraine with ham, Gruyere, and leeks . Both were perfect and I really enjoyed the special. Helpful tip - gab a reservation through Open Table or google to ensure you have a table. We had a little issue with the hostess trying to get seated without a reservation so I hopped on the app while we were talking and book a table 15 mins out (next available) and said I had one but we were early. No problem after that. We enjoyed a lovely lunch and had a great server, Madisyn, who did a really good job for her first day and a busy Friday lunch rush. Looking forward to trying them out for dinner next time we are in town and absolutely recommend as the food is divine. Website is https://www.frenchcrustcafe.com/ read more

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Fantastic service, great food and fun location near Findlay Market! Very small place so if it's a busy day I would make a reservation. But we went on a Friday morning and were fine. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Croissant sandwich with French Onion Soup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Absolutely divine! On a little road trip and so glad I walked in here today. The service and ambiance "c'est magnifique ! " I ordered the salmon that sits on a bed of wild rice, tomato, corn, shitake mushrooms, and lemon sauce. I also ordered a croissant to absorb the sauce! Salmon cooked just right! For $18 what great quality! Must visit for locals and anyone driving by. It's also right across from the finnely market. Parking is street/ lot. $2/hour. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Salmon $18 with tomato, corn, shitake mushrooms, wild rice, and lemon sauce - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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We were able to visit this restaurant twice this weekend. It was the only restaurant we knew would be open for Easter. So we invited my daughter to join us and we made an afternoon of it. We were greeted and seated promptly. The restaurant was in an old renovated building--which added to its charm. The walls echoed a very French theme with dozens of French vintage movie posters. We started with a glass of Champagne and my daughter had a latte. Our entrees consisted of the croque madam which my husband ordered, scallop and seafood vol-au-vent with wine cream, cblt which my daughter had. Each one of us clean our plates. No boxes! Does that tell you anything? Now yesterday, we had light meals. I tried the quiche with Gruyere, leeks and ham, which was substantial. However, I was a bit disappointed when I tasted it. The ingredients floated to the top of the quiche and left a very gelatinous egg mixture on the bottom. The crust was very dark --almost burned looking. If that is the way a French quiche is executed--I think I will pass on it next time. All-in-all, I still love the place. It's a wonderful little luxury that isn't overly expensive and has close proximity to my other favorite place--Findlay Market! read more

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So I was a French major and lived in France for several years, and this place was unbelievably authentic. From chatting in French with the hostess to the decor to what was probably the best quiche I've had in the US. Highly recommend! Highly recommend the nearby market too! A little slice of France in Over-the-Rhine! read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Shop and Findlay Market and relax at this place! Great bar/dining room/coffee shop in the back! The French onion soup is fantastic, and pair well with an espresso martini or glass of wine. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

A very nice restaurant with some excellent food. we popped in for some refuge from a snowstorm and warmed up with a surprisingly vegetarian french onion soup! Maybe the only vegetarian version I've ever found. wonderful Place definitely worth checking out. read more

We went there for lunch today, service was slow, the waiter "curt" like it was a bother! Ordered 5 Eggs Benedict which were a bait and switch. We got Eggs Florentine which is an eggs Benedict without the meat! Was the ham forgotten, is it a misprint or worse yet, do they not know what an eggs Benedict is? One of the five meals was forgotten by the kitchen and not served, another the eggs were uncooked with the slimy gelatinous see through gel. all our meals were at best ,,, warm. Was there much sauce? Let's say it could be found if you searched the plate. The one omelette was equivalent to a rolled up piece of rubber. Underwhelming experience for all at our table! There are definitely better choices in town. read more

I will start off by saying this is such a cute spot for a girls' brunch in terms of ambiance- so elegant and cozy! The coffee was excellent as well- the drip was so bold, and the cappuccino had the perfect amount of foam. I did find the food lacking a bit, though- I ordered the croissant sandwich, and either I got a day-old croissant, or it was an off day, because the pastry itself was stale, tough, and had no crunch on the exterior. I took half of a bite and was done with it, so just ate the eggs inside with a fork. My friends seemed to enjoy their food, though! When you go to a French place, you really expect the pastries to be up to par, and that is not the experience I had- but I would be happy to try it again in the future! read more

If you want outstanding French breakfast food in Cincinnati you have to go to French Crust Cafe and Bistro. I couldn't make a reservation so we went there anyway just to try with our son and his boyfriend. No seating was available so the hostess asked if we'd like to sit in the cafe - of Course! It's all the same food and staff. We started with the Bethany, Audrey, an espresso and a latte. Such a great beginning!! Our server was wonderful!! We enjoyed the buttermilk pancakes, omelette, bacon on the side, scrambled egg sandwich, side salads, side fruits, etc. And we had to get croissants to go!! Outstanding! read more

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we had a lovely lunch at this adorable bistro. they have a bright and sunny cafe in the back with their house made pastries. the chocolate croissant, yumm. we sat at the bar on the bistro side for the lunch tray special. different each week. wednesday -friday. it's a great deal such a complete lunch. even a chocolate macaron. which was honestly the best i have ever had. read more

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This location was awesome! I went with my cousins and aunt and uncle when I was visiting Ohio, it's on one side of the findley market. Look for the large metal rooster outside, the inside is great with a bunch of French adds and art hanging up. The staff is great! Very friendly and attentive but not overbearing which I enjoy. The menu had fun options and I ended up going with the eggs Benedict it's my favorite breakfast meal and the one I had here didn't disappoint. I also had some amazing bloody Mary's, that were savory and with just the right amount of spice. This is a location I would certainly come back to if I was in the area, because my families dishes also looked scrumptious and overall I enjoyed the vibe of this area. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Bloody Mary! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

In the lively Findlay Market this cafe sports a classy atmosphere with classic French dishes. The service was friendly and attentive. The lattes were phenomenal and can go toe to toe with some of the best in the area. The quiches were great texturally and the flavors were spot on, but the crust could have been more crispy. The chilled tomato soup that came with it was off putting and not my favorite. The croissant was good, but the experience was dampened by it being cold rather than nice and warm when it was brought out. read more

Pretty cafe for a relaxing brunch and the food was really good. Easy to find meals you don't typically see at a good price.

Marvelous Cafe to enjoy during your visit to Findlay Market. I had no expectations, I just noticed the cafe while touring the market. You'll leave well satisfied. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Duo of Salmon w/ Onion Soup & Quiche. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I definitely recommend checking out French Crust Cafe, a great bistro and bakery located right next to Findlay market. The old building and decor makes you feel like your walked into a café in Paris. The staff is very friendly and well-versed with the menu. They offer an amazing lunch special Wednesday through Friday, which changes weekly. The bakery has a great dessert selection, I of course ended my meal with a chocolate croissant and cappuccino. read more

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Great spot for a delicious French bistro cafe lunch and they have the French lunch tray at the bar Wednesdays-Fridays. Such a tasty way to try a variety of awesome variations on French dishes in one meal at a great price. For $19 we had beef stroganoff, fries, delicious fresh beets, pork rilette crostini, sweet potato vichysoisse, and white chocolate mouse. And to make it extra special we enjoyed a very nice flute (or two!) of Cremant sparkling French wine (ala champagne) along with our meal. WOW what a lunch! The lunch tray changes every week. I think I'll try to make a weekly visit from now on! read more

I would say this is a great breakfast-brunch place. The service is really friendly and attentive and the ambiance warm and inviting. The food was delicious especially the soup of the day. It was a Mediterranean soup with chickpea, olives and tomato. So yummy! Their quiche advertised goat cheese in it. I didn't really get a goat cheese flavor but the quiche overall tasted delicious. The texture of it was creamy and not rubbery and the crust was buttery and crisp. The Brie, avocado and tomato croissant was pretty simple. It maybe could have been elevated by having sliced avocado (instead of smashed paste), and perhaps the whole thing could've been toasted? Maybe some herbs ? It was nice but maybe not worth the money and I probably wouldn't order it again. Didn't personally try the confit tomato, scrambled egg inside a croissant but heard rave reviews of it. read more

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I've been here twice now for brunch. Their menu and service are impeccable. You will be so happy with any sort of baked good you have from here (sampled the chocolate croissant for the first time today and it was heavenly). I've heard rave reviews about so many of their menu items, and only have good things to say about what I've tried myself. Head over to Sam Adam's, the Rhined, or just explore Findlay Market after brunch here and you have yourself a perfect little day. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

It's french style. If you have been to Europe you understand. Well I enjoy heavy hand seasoning. They don't. So if that's your thing try it out . Everything is light it won't weigh you down. You will be hungry in about 45 min. The croissants are very good. They have a pastry chef right there. It's really not my thing but I think you should try it once. Even the wait staff doesn't rave about what they offer. read more

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Liked it so much better this time, with only one small hiccup which we'll cover later. My insight is this is a chick place. Men only come to accomodate their significant others. That's my take on it anyway. Going in I saw a champage glass with a lemon curl and thought I need that in my life. It also has a sugar cube, and goes down way to easy if you get my drift. I had the most delicious open faced sandwich with heirloom tomato and brie on a crossant. However, I was told the soup of the day was Tomato, and it turned into asparagus potato. Yep, same soup I didnt' like last time. My dining partner heard tomato as well and ordered it, but the waiter said "no...I told you potato" Wrong. Still, the rest made up for the soup. I wouldn't hesitate to have brunch here again. read more

Food always amazing; The ambiance was always above expectations and service lovely. You will be missed .

Food was really good. I think it's a little expensive for what you get, but service was wonderful and our waiter was knowledgeable. Being in Finley market it was a great spot to fine and get breakfast before shopping. read more

French Crust Cafe and Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Cute place, coffee good, but expected food to be better. I got the omelette, which was very bland and half of it wasn't even cooked all the way through. Husband got French toast, said it tasted fine but nothing to right home about. It's a cute place but food, for us anyways, left something to be desired. read more

Was able to walk in for a table. Located right across from the Findley Market. Waiter took a long time to approach our table. We ordered mimosas and a French press. This took about 25 minutes to finally arrive. They give you crayons to color on the table paper. Small menu of only French cuisine. Ordered the BLT and chicken mushroom soup. Sandwich was good but the soup was amazing. I wish I would have gotten a bowl of this. Food took about an hour to arrive when they were not busy. Bathroom is one single gender neutral stall but clean. Some quirky French artwork my party enjoyed admiring. Will likely try other restaurants in the area instead. read more

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