Today, July 14, is Bastille Day, France's national holiday. It celebrates the storming of the Bastille in 1789, an event traditionally seen as the starting point of the French Revolution. Here are dining spots you can enjoy around NOVA that make it feel like you’ve been transported to the heart of France.

Bar Colline | Arlington

Located in National Landing, this bistro is serving up dishes in its pristine, Parisian-inspired interior. What we're ordering: Moules frites made with mussels from Maine.

L'Auberge Chez François | Great Falls

This well-renowned French restaurant in Northern Virginia serves both lunch and dinner and is especially known for its multi-course prix fixe tasting menu. My pick? The Opulence de la Mer, which features Mediterranean sea bass, Norwegian salmon, Carolina shrimp, and other seafood elements.

Le Refuge | Alexandria

As the oldest French restaurant in Old Town, this establishment serves a variety of classic French dishes, including fish, lamb, chicken, and other specialties. One poitrine de poulet dijonnaise, or chicken with mustard cream sauce, please.

Cafe Colline | Arlington

This popular restaurant serves everything ranging from brunch to dinner. You can take a look at all of the menus here. We're dying to try the gnocchi parisienne made with cauliflower, black truffle, hazelnuts, and parmesan.

Bistro L'Hermitage | Woodbridge

Enjoy a variety of beloved French dishes at this restaurant, including escargots or seared duck foie gras. Check out the full menu here. We'd order the suprême de volaille, which is herb-crusted chicken with herb cheese, green beans, and apricot madeira sauce.

Josephine | Alexandria

Enjoy favorites like the brie grilled cheese for lunch or the burger Josephine for dinner. Be sure to explore the restaurant's French wine club for a curated selection of wines.

Cafe Renaissance | Vienna

This charming restaurant feels like a little slice of France, serving dishes like pan-seared sea scallops and fettuccine tossed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a rich tomato cream sauce.