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    French 75 Gallery and Lounge

    4.9 (25 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Becky K.

    Came here as it was one of the few places open after 10PM on a Friday. Snagged two seats at the bar and had a great time with my friend. Bartenders Uzi and Jake were awesome, chatty, great drink recommendations and just overall a great time. Will be back again!

    Yvonne I.

    My friends and I came by French 75 before a dinner reservation in the area. We arrived right when they opened and were the only customers for the first 45 mins and then the place was pretty filled up by the time we left at 6pm. I enjoyed spending time looking at the artwork that they had on the walls. The atmosphere makes you feel like you are at home. The cocktails here are both well-thought-out and well-balanced.

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    Marianne D.

    Such a fun date night with my honey. We stopped for a cocktail and a little charcuterie at French 75 before an evening at the Paramount. I had been wanting to try this little cocktail lounge for quite a while. I loved the atmosphere and decor, all the beautiful pieces of art for sale, and the throwback feel with the vintage cocktail glasses and plates, not to mention the great cocktails. It didn't disappoint. Food is limited more to accompany the cocktails than the feature. The only negative is water wasn't served, and I had to ask twice for a glass of water. FYI - they don't take reservations. Can't wait to go back!

    Oh my Lort (see the stars?) and a Manhattan

    They have the best drinks, amazing service and beautiful artwork. Love this place! A gem in Aurora

    Good but a $15 drink boasting a "Rosemary stalk" should actually have that in it, yes?

    On the left is my favorite cocktail. East Meets West. Smokey Mezcal, matcha and ginger.
    Gina S.

    French 75 is a very special place. The vision of Hope Ashworth, an accomplished artist a gallery owner, it is both a fine art gallery and a craft cocktail bar. You can see both local and national artists and possibly meet one or two of them. The cocktails are designed by Hope's son Braden Smith and they are constantly changing but always packed with flavor and ingredients I can't identify. You would think that this would all make for a stuffy experience but it is comfortable and inviting--a place to relax and chat quietly with a small group or mingle with locals and meet new people. Dress up and have a glitzy night out, or come as you are in your jeans and snow boots, all seem welcome here. Hope and Braden have not been in Aurora for a long time, but they have become such a great addition to the community!

    Mary Kate D.

    Great service and cocktails. Bartenders were very personable. Enjoyed looking at the artwork.

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    Nice art and drinks. Swanky! Cool aged drinks and retro feel. Very classy. Charcuterie board was exquisite.

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    A wonderful place to meet with friends, enjoy a drink and listen to terrific music. Great service and a beautiful, comfortable atmosphere.

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    A unique and charming atmosphere for superb cocktails. Come on a Wednesday evening when jazz is on the menu. You will be back.

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    Best cocktails in downtown Aurora. Eli is amazing and so is the rest of the staff. Definitely a must

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    This is a cute place to come and grab a drink and light food with friends with unique cocktails and charcuterie boards.

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