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- SsuzyChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoPerfect chicken, delicious sides, drinks were fabulous, and we enjoyed the music on Friday night which set a lively mood but we could still hear each other talk. Our server was so pleasant too. Definitely recommend to anyone, wish we could visit more frequently!More infoRed Rooster HarlemPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Harlem•4.8
- AAllisonVIPNew York City •9 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoIncredible service, massive and delicious portions & delightful ambience. The restaurant was bustling but it felt as if you you stepped back in time with the playlist and menu offerings. Absolutely recommend for anyone traveling with family or friends!More infoCarmine's - 44th Street - NYCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Theater District•4.6
- SBShellBellsVIPGreater Boston •59 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoLido is our ‘go to’ elevated neighborhood restaurant. Consistently excellent service and food! A neighborhood gem!More infoLidoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Harlem•4.7
- TTonyOrlando / Central Florida East •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat food, great service and lively ambience. Easy access really close to subway stopMore infoMaison HarlemPrice: Moderate• French• Harlem•4.7
- AAdrienneNew York City •1 review5.0Dined on 16 Dec 2024Marco the Owner at Enoteca runs a beautiful establishment with wonderful food, impeccable service, first class ambience and top notch wines. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas celebration dinner.More infoEnoteca HarlemPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Harlem•4.9
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Renowned for its vibrant culture across music and literature, Harlem’s burgeoning restaurant scene has made it one of the most exciting neighborhoods in the five boroughs. Soul food is always on the menu, but now it has a modern twist—part gourmet, part classic comfort. And it’s not all chicken and waffles uptown. Ramen shops beckon with their slurpy noodles, and down-home seafood shacks sling salt water treasures. To spice it up, you can also explore NYC’s only Somali restaurant for savory pastries and other adventurous eats. Amidst the brownstones and history of Harlem, new flavors await.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Harlem is Indian Summer Harlem
The best vegan restaurants in Harlem are Red Rooster Harlem, Maison Harlem and Melba's
The best vegetarian restaurants in Harlem are Red Rooster Harlem, Melba's and Enoteca Harlem
The restaurants with the best service in Harlem are Indian Summer Harlem, La savane d’Afrique and The Bleu Room Restaurant & Lounge
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Harlem are The Bleu Room Restaurant & Lounge, Chele's and Enoteca Harlem
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