Cru opened in October 2013, as Oxford, Ohio’s first wine bar. We now have evolved into Cru Gastro Lounge. Our focus is not just on wine and spirits but on culinary delights. Cru Gastro Lounge now offers a great selection of appetizers, hand tossed, hand made dough pizza and some very unique casual plates with dynamic flavors. Click the menu button on the left to get the taste buds watering…..We still serve 20 wines by the glass, along with 26 specialty beers, a variety of vodkas, gins, scotches and a significant array of Kentucky Bourbons. We also have an extensive wine display throughout the restaurant to satisfy your varietal needs.
Based on 85 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout
Address:
105 W Spring St, Oxford, OH 45056
Phone: (513) 273-8013
Website: https://www.cruwinebaroxford.com/
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Hours
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
| Friday | 4–11 PM |
| Saturday | 4–11 PM |
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Reviews
James Staubach
2nd visit— Covid and management shut this place down Differences of direction by owner and chef. Was able to make it ,within the first week of relaunch. Should have known it was going to be a rough experience, when upon being sat, an elderly gentleman asked his waiteress prolly not 2020 correct… Honey, which one of my reciepts do you need?… and as his waitress 5ft away was about to answer… the alleged manager shouted from the back office door super snarky … THE ONE that doesnt say blahblahblah….. prolly couldnt see it to read it with winebar style lighting or he wouldnt have asked in the first place… now we start our evolution: The lighting got me too , I used my cellphone light, no worries. Still, overall excited by the menu reviewed while i ordered and recieved my fiancee’s tasty cocktail, btw served in a cute glass. Upon finalizing our order, We decided to substitue any salad for my Lady’s meal as the menu clearly states. With the worst customer service ever the “manager” argued with me about my order and I couldnt do it, along with excuses and my reading abilities.(menu is in photo) (COLORED TAPE OR SHARPIE could have fixedthe issue or god forbid Ccurate menus) I had stated that I wanted to speak to someone above her and she declined and I said I would be ok to call and talk tomorrow… and with great attitude she said hah, youll be talking to me anyway because owner at Dr appointment. Order our meal, in an empty restraunt and a rare steak and medium lamb took 45 minutes from time ticket input??? They finally came out gorgeous and delicious….. and when that was mentioned…. the “manager” said would you like your salad? Duh! Thats how we ordered it to split as an appetizer….. and of course seconds after a delicious salad was delivered ,… all the entree items came?? Timing horrible. The presentation and taste and temperature were on point…. but upon missing an item i had asked about it and was told again the menu is wrong… Lemon bacon asparagus, with no bacon…. easy fix if someone carred…. and i feel missed oppurtunites abounded, new chef passed thru 3 time never engaging any tables, I had to stop him and say of what we got, it was good??? If i wasnt with a lady deathly afraid of embarrassment I would have left in the beginning of the evening. She is a proffesor on campus.
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Kylie Miller
I am amazed. I went tonight to find they had changed their whole menu and took of their only vegan option. I asked the waitress if they had anything vegan and she asked the chef. The chef personally came out to talk to me and asked for my dietary restrictions and preferences. The meal was SO GOOD! He also made a SECOND meal assuming the first wouldn’t be good. I left Cru with a bottle of parducci, an entire meal, leftovers of the first meal and a very happy heart!
Hank Stevens
Great atmosphere and great wine at good prices. Unfortunately, there isn’t a single vegetarian entree, and only one appetizer that doesn’t have meat in it (aside from a pretzel). Obviously, vegans are _really_ out of luck. It just seems odd these days, for upscale place that isn’t a BBQ joint. It is a big world out there. Not everyone eats meat in every meal, and vegetarians/vegans need a more balanced diet than lettuce. Still, it’s a great wine bar!
Kathy James
Just enjoyed an excellent night at Cru— professional, personal service, and delicious food! Great selection of wines and spirits. This was our first time “out” post pandemic and we couldn’t have chosen better. The revised menu and new chef offer everything we had hoped for — gourmet selections, fresh and healthy options, served with an artful flare. Delicious! As always, the owners stopped at our table to greet us. Grateful to have Cru here in Oxford with its perfect blend of big-city ambience, and hometown comfort. Thanks!
Jarrod Woodward Sr
Very good food great atmosphere, they were pretty busy so the service was a bit sub par, understandably. Overall highly recommended
Monica E. Smith
We had family in from Cleveland, and always like going out to eat. She is an awesome cook, and he is a chef! All delighted with Cru. Great wine cellar ambiance. Food was very well done. I would highly recommend the lamb chops. Cooked to perfection. The garlic mashed potatoes were some of the best I have had.
John Hartel
Sat at the bar for dinner and the bartender was great and put up with us. Good wine recommendation as well.
shelley stearns
Delightful atmosphere.
Jill Gaba
A friend highly recommend Cru and we loved it! The shrimp cocktail, burgers, and filet were amazing and our service was excellent! Our server was very attentive and the owner stopped by our table to make us feel very welcome. We look forward to coming back on our future visits to Oxford!
Sophia Schuler
Came here with my family while we were moving my sister into her dorm and, boy, was that a rough dinner.
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