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Red Rooster Harlem
Price: Moderate•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.7(10,661)Located in the heart of Harlem, Red Rooster Harlem serves comfort food that celebrates the roots of American cuisine and the neighborhood's diverse culinary traditions. We seek to share the story of Harlem with our guests and offer a space that celebrates local artists, musicians and culinary talents alike. We embrace today's Harlem with a spirit of inclusiveness and community by hiring our family of staff from within the community, inspiring better eating through neighborhood cooking classes, and buying from local purveyors.Lido
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(2,033)Lido’s menu is Northern Italian. The menu can be described as fresh, simple, and delicious. Flavors are layered so that each one stands out but does not compete with others in the dish.
The food is organic and local whenever possible and all poultry and meats are from farms that treat animals humanely.
The ambiance is modish but relaxed. We look forward to seeing you soon.
*For parties of 9 or more, please call the restaurant to reserve.
Sofrito NYC
Price: Moderate•Latin / Spanish•4.6(1,460)At Sofrito, the aromatic mix includes the authentic Puerto Rican Cuisine, The magnificent sounds of music from around the world, The Caribbean atmosphere, The delightful living room dining room decor, and fantastic service which takes you back to our Island, Puerto Rico.Melba's
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.6(1,647)Enjoy Southern comfort food with a twist in a relaxing, casual setting at Melba's. Owner Melba Wilson opened its doors for locals and travelers alike to have a pleasant dining experience with great service. Fried catfish strips, barbecue short rib sliders and spring rolls filled with black-eyed peas and collard greens make delicious appetizers before feasting on the main course. Guests can choose from entrées like Melba's popular Southern fried chicken with eggnog waffles, which was a winner on Throwdown! with Bobby Flay, as well as pan-seared sea bass and the barbecue turkey meatloaf. This restaurant also serves hamburgers, lighter fare and sides such as candied yams.
Melba's offers catered business luncheons, receptions and more. Reservations are welcome, and takeout is available for guests.
Row House
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(954)Row House is a seasonal, American restaurant with a focus on small plates & share plates. The menu takes a creative spin on many familiar dishes and encourages sharing amongst diners. We also feature seasonal cocktails, craft beer and a varied wine list.Barawine
Price: Moderate•French•4.3(596)Barawine is a neighborhood restaurant in the Mt. Morris Historic District in Harlem. We serve a full menu that features something for everyone; we also offer vegan and gluten free choices. Our wine list features 40 wines by the glass and over 200 wines by the bottle.
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- AAlex1 review5.0Dined 2 days agogreat atmosphere, music and food. Drinks were delicious and service was amazingMore infoRed Rooster HarlemPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Harlem•4.7
- JBJBMoVIPNew York City •6 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoGreat vibe and kid friendly (if you come early!) nice and simple HH menu and friendly staff!More infoLidoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Harlem•4.7
- WWilliamVIPNew York City •111 reviews5.0Dined on 12 Mar 2025Wonderful evening - with great escargots and mussels! A great experience!!More infoMaison HarlemPrice: Moderate• French• Harlem•4.7
- JBJessforBaconLos Angeles •19 reviews5.0Dined on 10 Mar 2025The food was so good. I ordered the lamb chops and they were so delicious. It came with two sauces, but it was seasoned so well that the sauce wasn’t needed. I ended up just dipping my fries in the sauce because the sauce was so good as well. I also got the mac & cheese, which was perfect. You can tell the ingredients used are high-quality and prepared very well. This is my new favorite place to eat in Harlem More infoPB Brasserie Steak HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Harlem•4.3
- VValissaVIPKansas City •5 reviews5.0Dined on 19 Feb 2025Michele (Chele’s) has opened a real gem in DT Harlem! We started with the fried zucchini chips and special yummy sauce, then the crab bisque soup w/ crab cakes, BEST beet salad ever had, then roasted chicken with buttery rice and beans! And, super accommodating on GF options! Bravo! Can’t wait to try brunch!More infoChele'sPrice: Moderate• American• Harlem•4.5
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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 Enoteca Harlem
The best vegan restaurants in Harlem are Red Rooster Harlem, Massawa - NY and Lido
The best vegetarian restaurants in Harlem are Red Rooster Harlem, Massawa - NY and Community Food & Juice
The restaurants with the best service in Harlem are Enoteca Harlem, Indian Summer Harlem and La savane d’Afrique
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Harlem are Enoteca Harlem, Amor Cubano and Red Rooster Harlem
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