Cafe Rue Dix

This review is not related to the quality of the food, but their customer service when it comes to purchasing an e-gift card. I purchased a gift card on 12/3 to be delivered electronically to my friend on 12/13 for her birthday. I received an emailed receipt, confirmed the email address multiple times, but no gift card was ever received. Then I received an email on 12/20 stating the gift card was opened, but I have no idea how when it was never received.I attempted to email the cafe twice and called four times with no assistance. Every time I called I was told the general manager would have to address this issue but every time we called he was never in or available. On the online receipt there is no way to request a refund. I am disappointed because this cafe seemed like a wonderful cultural experience and I wanted my friend to enjoy it.

This is a gorgeous space- covered in traditional west African masks and aesthetic , the bar is lit with gourd and cowrie shell pendants. And the menu carries classic Senegalese dishes- one of my favorite cuisines (my maternal side is Tunisian, so these flavors and combinations are magical for me). The waiter was wearing a handmade mask of his own- a paper form of matches coming out from his eyes - an invitation to be lit with ideas and inspiration and that is feeling here. Homemade gorgeous food- I had the spring rolls and my husband had the lamb: the rice, plain and sticky white, was delicious! Plantains were perfect and plenty of succulent lamb, and not too young so it's flavorful- the way it should taste. Don't order the filter coffee- it's not worth the effort- ginger juice was lovely however. Right next door is an African Marche- well curated and a delight to explore- vintage and new one of kind pieces for men and women and the gender released. Also home wares and a nail bar to boot! A perfect corner on crown heights-

My first time trying Senegalese food and I was very happy! Food: we tried the Thiebou Jen and the vegetarian stew! The Thiebou Jen was really well made and had a lot of different and interesting flavors! The stew was so delicious! I was surprised at how good this vegetarian dish wasAmbience: a nice spot in crown heights with indoor and outdoor seatingService: I thought our waiter was a bit rude to us so didn't appreciate thatPrice: on the pricier end

I'm surprised after all these years I never wrote a review for Cafe Rue Dix. This restaurant will always have a special place in my heart - when I first moved to Prospect Heights in 2014, my neighboring friend who happened to live in Bed Stuy suggested this place as a central meeting spot. This was probably my second meal eating out after moving to NYC (with the first being Gladys - RIP!).The cozy atmosphere in the dead of winter, the lively atmosphere, and the superb service and food, has always been imprinted on my brain. Over the years, Cafe Rue Dix has served as an all-purpose restaurant for me. Perfect for brunch when no one can decide where to go, a stop for a bite after a trip to the museum, and a great place to meet up with friend(s). The seafood here is excellent, the fish fresh, and the portions are very reasonable for the price. This was my first introduction to Senegalese food - although I would say the menu is quite expansive, reflecting many American/traditional items, and with some French representation reflecting its colonial past.You can't go wrong at Cafe Rue Dix - if you haven't been here, definitely come check it out! It is a restaurant that has been in the neighborhood a long time, and I hope it will continue to thrive and people will support it!

The Kofta breakfast was good! The meat was flavored very well and eggs cooked to perfection. I really liked the olive part of the hummus & the pita was good too. The Touba coffee was very unique, but I really liked the spices and flavor of it! I'd get that again. My partner did the 2 eggs & toast-- that was cooked well too! The toast was really good and fresh and eggs were made with cheddar! The ambiance was really nice and exemplified the Senegalese culture, which made it feel very warm and welcoming. The service was good too, no complaints. I would come back to try dinner foods and the burger. Solid spot.

Service was very good, ambiance is very nice in a restaurant with high ceilings. We both ordered the chicken which was a comprised of a small piece of chicken on top of an enormous pile of rice for about $28. The dish is served with spicy caramelized onions on the side which is tasty. The bread pudding was delicious, it was a very small portion but it was well prepared.

Brunch was great! Though the spot is small it packs a lot of great food out. You must get the French toast. I also saw a man next to me eating the stew beef and he raved about it so I'm planning to try that on my next visit. They also offer hot tea in these lovely tea pots ( not pictured) and all the other food was great. The sauces tend to be a tad spicy but that's african food for you. It packs a punch.

I haven't been here in a while, but im glad i came. Place is small but it seems larger than it is because of the open front. When its crowded you can feel it. The music and service was nice. We came here for HH and dinner. HH drinks were very basic and maybe had a 1/2oz of liquor between both drink. The Ginger Queen tasted like pineapple juice with Ginger essences and the other was Hibiscus both were very lack luster for $10 each.On the other hand the food was very tasty! I had the steak sandwich which was tasty and not too heavy. No one complained about the food. So if u want a good meal I do recommend.

What a fantastic evening! This was a perfect ending to the evening. We enjoyed this after a visit to the Brooklyn museum and botanical gardens which were nearby. The ambiance and mood of this place is always perfect. It is definitely a romantic, sexy spot. It is also incredibly intimate. The servers were very knowledgeable about the food and wines. They were willing to answer any questions that we had. They were also extremely attentive without being overbearing which was very nice.We ended up having the lamb shank which was literally falling off the bone. It was absolutely delicious. It was spicy which I liked and this was indicated on the menu beforehand. The beef stew with peanut sauce was very good. I thought the potatoes were a little hard but everything was full of flavor. This is definitely one of my go-to spots that I plan to return to again and again.

Gotta have a certain palate. The foods great but not a lot of choices if you don't eat meat.