Chateau Rouge

Just had dinner at Chateau Rouge, an incredible West African BYOB with a French touch on South Street! 🔥 It's a charming Black-owned restaurant with a well-executed menu that features several dishes with spices that come directly from Cameroon! They serve incredible entrees, but have a stellar 4-course tasting menu that's only $55. As you can see, it's worth a visit. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Had a truly great meal here. We had 3 different kinds of chicken and all of them were delicious, but brochettes were our favorite. Definitely do not forget to leave room for dessert, the caramelized pineapple and banana flambee were both fantastic. Great atmosphere inside (didn't see the outdoor seating), and super friendly service. Can't wait to return.

Just visited for the first time, and my, am I glad I did! It was my 25th birthday and I wanted to go out to eat with my parents and siblings. I did a Google search for fine dining African restaurants in the city, and Chateau Rouge was one of the first ones to come up. As a fine dining line cook, I’m careful about where I go to eat out, but after reading the reviews, I had to try it out. First, the restaurant is small but cozy in a home-y kind of way, so big thanks for Chateau Rouge for helping me arrange the reservation for all 10 of us to come. The decor was beautiful and not too much, from the pillows to the napkin holders, to the African masks and paintings on the walls. The chairs and tables are low, so if you have long legs or over 6’ like one of my brothers, it will be a bit uncomfortable after a while. Secondly, the service was great. Our waiter explained the menu well and was helpful in choosing the right number of dishes for the table. Everyone was helpful all night in bringing out the food and drinks and clearing the table before courses. Lastly, the food. THE FOOD. Bussin’ no discussion GOOD. We all ordered the pre fixe menu, $55 per person, 1 appetizer, 1 main, 2 sides and 1 dessert. You can pick from 3 appetizers, 5 main dishes and sides, and 4 desserts. Because it was 10 of us, we ordered a mix of everything so we could all share and taste everything. The puff puffs were great bread starters, not too sweet and bread-y. The veggie salad was dressed well, on the sweet side with the raisins and pineapple but balanced out with palm, bamboo and mixed greens. I would have liked more lettuce, but that’s my opinion. The pastels were very flavorful, I had to remind myself that it was tuna inside! The suya wings were so good! My siblings loved them so much, I need to get the recipe now! We all had the virgin pina colada from the bar, which was nice, a bit much on the mint and low on the coconut, but again, my opinion. The coconut sauce and the peanut sauce with the suya brochettes and the grilled chicken elevated the dish’s flavor to a new level. My siblings don’t like fish, but they liked the texture of the grilled fish and I liked the flavor. The yassa poulet and the haricot saute were some of the best dishes I’ve had in a while! The chicken so tender, it was falling off the bone. The flavor was new but familiar and comforting at the same time. The beans cooked to perfection, and so so good! Plantains and sweet potatoes were fresh and naturally sweet. I could tell the produce in the ratatouille was out of season and some of the rice was undercooked, but that’s because I have some experience in the industry. The dessert just completed the meal: the lava cake was light and chocolate rich, the fruit salad was fresh and naturally sweet, the banana flambé and caramelized pineapple were just delicious. This was not a tasting menu, so all the portions are the are the same are the à la cart menu, which are good sized if you’re a little hungry. This also isn’t a Michelin fine dining restaurant with the portions and platings, so don’t come expecting it. However, do come expecting flavorful food, you won’t be disappointed.

My wife and I had a great meal at Chateau Rouge last Thursday. Steven was a wonderful server and the fixed price option is great menu. Our food and drinks were fresh and excellently prepared. I ordered the chicken skewers to start, followed by a whole grilled fish. It was delicious. We will definitely be back.

Where do I begin, I went here with a friend and the food was pretty good. Upon entry we were greeted by kind friendly staff members. For a first time experience i enjoyed it, the owner came to my table personally and introduced herself. The environment was clean and well decorated to fit the cultural aesthetic. I highly recommend making a reservation prior to arrival they do have outdoor seating if you find the indoor seating too tight. The space is fairly small.

This place is awesome! Went for a date night with my wife and we each got the prix fixe menu, which is definitely worth it if you're up to that much food. We tried a wide variety of things and literally every item was wonderful. Staff is also very friendly and welcoming.

This a rare gem! Authentic Cameroonian cuisine at a dine in restaurant. Janette, the owner, was so friendly. The food was amazing and I loved that the spicy sauce was an add on and not omitted to appeal to those with a milder pallet. BYOB is a plus too. I will be back!

The food was as unique as it was delectable. An eclectic mix of French and Cameroonian food. Truly a rare gem and a must-dine. Our server (Steven) was extremely accommodating, kind, and attentive.

We passed through the beautiful dining room and sat in the cozy patio. The service was friendly and helpful. And the food was fantastic; the flavors were unique and delicious. We recommend the very reasonable pre fix.

Very friendly service, food was excellent, and very cozy atmosphere. We did the tasting menu, which wasn't too expensive, and liked every dish. Ive never had Cameroonian food before...lots of interesting spices and unique dishes, all were delicious. The yassa chicken and caramelized pineapple dessert were my two favorites. BYOB is nice too! Will definitely be back!

My boyfriend and I stumbled onto this gem for a date night, and it did not disappoint! The food was phenomenal, and the service was out of this world. We spoke with both the owner and chef, who were extremely attentive and kind! I also loved the interior decor. The vibes are very cozy, and you can tell the staff put a lot of care into curating a good experience for the customers. As for the food, my boyfriend said "it's one of the best meals he's had in Philly." The suya wings were definitely the standout dish. We also got yassa chicken, the misole, and banane flambé, all of which were great. I really like plantains, and the misole was cooked so well. Overall a great find!

I like everything about this place it's beautifully decorated. The service is excellent and the food is unique and flavorful. When I entered, I was immediately greeted and seated. I had my choice of tables. Once seated, the owner and Chef both came out to say hello and went over suggestions. I ordered the tasting menu, it was well worth the price. The wings have great flavor and texture The dipping sauce was fabulous. It's a great value when you have the tasting menu, but if purchased as an appetizer it's overpriced for the amount of wings you receive. (I wings to go). But don't let that discourage you. The Yassa chicken had a good flavor however, it should fall off the bone and it did not. It was not as tender as it should've been it did not live up to my expectations or past experience elsewhere. I also had the ratatouille vegetables, they were absolutely divine, the yams were too stringy, but had a nice flavor. For dessert I had banana flambee it was plated nicely and delicious. Would I go again? Absolutely!

Had a wonderful meal at family-owned and run, BYOB Château Rouge! Currently offering prix fixe meals, our 4-top was excited to try almost every dish offered. Some of our favorites were: - Tuna Pastel (flaky pastry filled with tuna and spices, served with dipping sauce)--not fishy and also the dipping sauce was the favorite of the night! - Suya Wings (6 grilled wings marinated in Cameroonian Suya seasoning) - Misole (golden crispy plantain slices, lightly salted)--why do our homemade plantains never turn out like this?! - BH "Beignet Haricot" (tender red beans simmered in tomato sauce with garlic and herbs, served with rice)--incredibly delicious and comforting. - Yassa Poulet (chicken sauteed with onions and fresh lemon juice, served with Dijon mustard sauce)--loved the accompanying veggies! - House fruit salad--the pureed passion fruit was divine! We'll have to return to try more offerings--they'd just served their last available Banana Flambee, so that's a "start with" item next time! Welcome to Graduate Hospital, Château Rouge!

Very nice, comfortable spot. The service was friendly and the food was good. The grilled chicken was tender and flavorful, with the flavor/seasoning being mild. They offer the option of additional sauces that can be added to season it further. I chose the peanut sauce, which was good. The sides were also tasty, which mild seasoning.

A welcome addition to the neighborhood. Flavorful grilled meat and delicious drinks. Beautiful decor and attentive, warm staff (and owner). My first introduction to Cameroonian cuisine and hospitality and I was very impressed! BYOB for now.

Phenomenal. Small, intimate restaurant with great service and very friendly. I love coming here for a dinner with my fiancé. If you're looking for something original and very tasty I cannot recommend Château Rouge highly enough!

This relatively new local BYOB place looked great, reviews are all positive, so I went with a friend, who happened to notice the small print on the bottom of the menu saying that there was a $10 corkage fee. I confirmed that with a server, and my friend and I moved on to a different BYOB resto that didn't have a corkage fee -- most do not, especially if no wine is being sold by the restaurant! Anyway, I might try take out sometime.

In a city filled with incredible dining experiences, Philly is quite fortunate to have Chateau Rouge be part of them. A beautifully appointed and cozy dining room sets the stage for wonderfully warm hospitality and scrumptious food. Do yourself the favor, if you haven't yet, and dine at Chateau Rouge. And if you've already dined there, do it again - you know you want to! We will be back again and again. Merci beaucoup to Jeannette and team for sharing this wonderful restaurant and experience with us!

Food is excellent and service was great. They have done a great job with the ambiance in the main dining room and back patio area. Very friendly owner and staff. Happy to have them in the neighborhood!

Great staff, great food. Outdoor and indoor seating, comfy vibes. Great selection on mocktails for a BYOB business. Highly recommend and look forward to our next visit

All of the food was delicious including whole grilled legado fish, which I had not previously heard of. Very pleasant atmosphere, reasonably priced!

Beautiful interior. Great food friendly staff. Great outdoor space. Something different

We had my husband's birthday dinner at Chateau Rouge, and had an excellent experience. There were a total of 12 of us, and we dined on the beautiful outdoor patio. The staff was exceptional, and made sure that we were taken care of throughout the entire meal. Special shout out to the owner, Jeanette, who was just so incredibly pleasant, and ensured that our experience was top notch. The food itself was amazing; a unique blend of French and African flavors, that was just absolutely delicious. We will definitely be coming back here, and think this is just a great addition to the neighborhood!

Amazing food ambiance service. I can't wait to experience another dish. Highly recommend..yah dig

A happy accident! Went searching for Moroccan food and Chateau Rouge came up. Menu looked delicious and it was. Highly recommend the prix fixe menu. Perfect portions and a nice balance of choices. The owner, Jeannette, came out to greet us and told us about the idea behind the restaurant: a blending of Cameroonian and French cuisine. Delightful! A little loud for my taste but still a friendly atmosphere. Would definitely go back--especially for a birthday or special dinner.

We really enjoyed our dinner at Chateau Rouge. Such a beautiful atmosphere and the food was really special. Highly recommend the prix fix menu. The Grilled Branzino was amazing, with white Rice and Ratatouille. Will definitely return.

This is a wonderful little Cameroon/French restaurant with a lovely staff. The main courses of chicken and lamb were succulent! Please try... BYOB is an extra

The food and the service were superb. The flavors are so different yet not spicy hot so it made it a very pleasant experience. Jeannette the owner stop by the table and made everyone at the table feel welcome with her hospitality so typical of Cameron. Well done!

Small family owned restaurant. Hidden gem. Parisian chef with African touches. Had the restaurant week tasting menu. Lovely ambiance and very welcoming and warm people. Lamb kebab was a favorite. Delicious sauces.

Had a wonderful meal at Chateau Rouge. It's French & West African. I especially liked the whole grilled fish (poison braissé) and the Suya spiced chicken wings. Service was terrific.

The food was so flavorful, uniquely delicious, and comforting. The staff are so welcoming and the ambiance is amazing. I will 100% come back and recommend. The prices are reasonable and the plates are very filling. Don't walk, but run to the beautifully curated restaurant.