Authentic Cajun & Creole flavors w/ highly debated reviews. Some say it's excellent, others say skip it.
Experience the vibrant flavors of New Orleans right in Tribeca at Filé Gumbo Bar, a spot specializing in authentic Cajun and Creole cuisine. While some diners have found certain dishes and service to be disappointing, others rave about the genuine taste of the South. It's a place that sparks debate, with some calling it a must-try and others suggesting to skip it altogether.
Filé Gumbo Bar offers Cajun and Creole dishes, with specific mentions of gumbo and shrimp and grits. While some reviewers found the gumbo to be 'legit' and enjoyed dishes like the Chocolate Praline Cake and brown butter bourbon bread pudding, a significant number of customers were underwhelmed, citing issues like overly salty shrimp and grits, watery gumbo, and terrible 'Louisiana BBQ Shrimp.' Vegetarian options are noted as limited.
"The Chocolate Praline Cake and brown butter bourbon bread pudding have been highlighted as delicious desserts. The gumbo has also received a specific recommendation as being 'legit'."
Customer feedback is sharply divided, with some praising the authentic flavors while others express significant disappointment with the food and service.
Important Note
Some diners have reported significant issues with food quality, including excessive saltiness and watery consistency in dishes, as well as poor service. Vegetarian options are limited.
"This commenter considers File Gumbo their new favorite Cajun spot and also notes they have a decent happy hour."
Positive"File Gumbo was recommended as a Cajun food option in NYC."
Neutral"File Gumbo is recommended as a neighborhood joint that can accommodate walk-in diners."
Positive"Recommended the gumbo at Filé Gumbo Bar in Tribeca as legit."
Positive"File Gumbo Bar is advised to be skipped due to its lack of flavor depth, watery gumbo, and overall unimpressive and overpriced food."
Negative"A commenter strongly warns others against eating at File Gumbo Bar, emphasizing it should be avoided."
Negative"The food at File Gumbo Bar was deemed terrible, specifically a dish called "Louisiana BBQ Shrimp" described as "shrimp in some red water with cold bread," leading to a strong "do not recommend" stance."
Negative"File Gumbo Bar is criticized as overhyped, with its food being a disappointment."
Negative"File Gumbo Bar is strongly not recommended due to inedible and overly salty food (shrimp and grits), stale bread, abysmal service, and being charged for the bad bread."
Negative"A commenter expresses a desire to try File Gumbo Bar and is pleased to see it endorsed, assuming positive reviews."
Neutral"File Gumbo Bar in Tribeca is mentioned in the context of serving shrimp and cheese grits."
Neutral"Based on multiple underwhelming reviews, the user decides against visiting File Gumbo, noting its positive social media appearance contrasted with negative real-world experiences."
Negative"The user was deeply underwhelmed by File Gumbo when they visited it the week it opened, noting that it did not meet their expectations for authentic charbroiled oysters and they have not returned."
Negative"Agreeing with a previous comment, the user states that while File Gumbo has a nice place and vibe, the food itself was disappointing."
Negative"The user found File Gumbo underwhelming despite it appearing nice online. They recently dined there."
Negative"After acknowledging Claud's popularity, the author shouts out Filé Gumbo Bar for their delicious Chocolate Praline Cake with salted caramel and alcohol. They also mention the brown butter bourbon bread pudding as even better."
Positive"Cajun restaurant with limited vegetarian options."
Neutral"Suggests trying Cajun/Creole food at File Gumbo Bar as a uniquely American option, especially if not visiting New Orleans."
Positive"Fil o Gumbo Bar (Tribeca.) Expensive but excellent"
Positive
