"Artsy sleekness meets modern comfort in the interior design of this 9+CO bistro right next to a movie theater — a winning combination for a cosmopolitan date night (or date brunch or lunch, for that matter). And the same goes for the menu: While it’s built on classic French fare, occasional Senegalese twists representing the owners’ heritage add a touch of excitement to welcome familiarity." - Ruth Tobias
"This jazzy bistro in the 9+CO development builds its brunch menu around French classics — croques madames, crepes Suzette, moules frites — while adding some Senegalese flair in honor of the owners’ heritage: Think Brie and baobab preserves or chicken yassa on brioche washed down with the hibiscus-infused tequila cocktail called Le Bissap." - Ruth Tobias
"Here’s something else a little different for the holiday: This French-Senegalese charmer is preparing poulet roti with tarragon sauce for takeout, along with French onion soup, pumpkin cheesecake, and more. Click here to order by November 19." - Ruth Tobias
"Run by two French-Senegalese sisters, this airy cafe serves a full menu all day that reflects both sides of their heritage — fried tuna pies and chicken yassa with French toast on one hand, traditional boulangerie items and dainty confections such as pumpkin madeleines and lemon tartlets on the other." - Eater Staff
"Garlic, anchovies, and roughage aren’t exactly the stuff of romance. Unless, that is, they’re being incorporated into a Caesar salad tableside for two, as at Frank Bonanno’s bistro. Then they work like a charm — a salty, tangy, crisp and crunchy charm." - Ruth Tobias