Suggestions for Southern Food Restaurant near Upper West Side, New York

Nicole H. • May 7, 2012A one of a kind joint on the UWS - but a true gem. Solid atmosphere and a must try! Pro tip: Get yourself a growler.

The Corcoran Group • November 14, 2011A relatively small jazz club featuring breathtaking views and amazing performers in a beautiful and intimate setting. The food is overshadowed by the music!

Donna • December 29, 2012Jerk salmon = succulent! They prepare their collard greens without meat and it's wonderful. Take trip uptown for this gem.

Eyal G. • April 10, 2013Terrific soul food. The chicken & waffle with strawberry butter is a classic. Tuesday night live band music was incredible R&B, great singer and keyboard. Local crowd, Greta atmosphere, great service!

Ryan G. • March 25, 2016An UES outpost of the mini chain BBQ spot. Solid BBQ

Charlottes • May 13, 2017Fabulously old school soul food joint. All about chicken and waffles.

Ward S. • December 21, 2011Good soul food in the heart of NYC's upper west side neighborhood.

The Corcoran Group • December 17, 2010One of the best places to enjoy live music enjoy Cajun food in the city. There is a $10 food/drink minimum per person.

citizenM • October 15, 2014His menu has Southern comfort food such as biscuits, cornbread and fried chicken, as well as some Scandinavian classics such as Helga’s meatballs, and Gravlax.

Ms. Dee B. • December 25, 2009Best soul food buffet in Harlem. Much better than Manna. Clean and pleasant.

Christine R. • November 18, 2012The Sunday morning brunch is so much fun! They have live soulful gospel music to go with their fantastic classic southern brunch selection. Their fried pork chops and ribs are amazing!

Sexy L. • December 31, 2020Harlem’s latest hidden gem. From black truffle to sweet buttermilk, if you’re ready to get your biscuit on, this is the place! Brunch. Lunch. Etc!

Marcelo C. • July 21, 2019The best jazz-club ever. You must go! Food and drinks are also great!

Tom S. • December 3, 2018Awesome Brisket. Beats my favorite Texas and Tennessee Brisket.

Tony M. • September 26, 2017Fried chicken. Collards. Mac and cheese. Hell, I loved it all! Gotta try it.

Adaeze U. • September 1, 2019New location for one of my favorite spots in Harlem. You MUST make a reservation unless you want to play yourself and wait 90 mins. The food is so good and the service is superb.

Trish A. • February 20, 2017A local classic. Be sure to get some collard greens!

Harlem A. • April 9, 2013Since it has been jazzed up the look is Cosby meets Harlem. Traditional fare with a Cajun twist. The look and feel is very 80's. Sunday all you can eat buffet attracts a stuffy church set. Great cafe.

Hershel G. • September 28, 2014Food is bangin!!! Buffet of soul food. the mac and cheese and collards are the best

Jamie L. • June 1, 2017Great Southern food and Tennessee vibes. Come here to watch the Vols play on gameday.

Laura K. • September 2, 2017Amazing food in a charming atmosphere. I highly recommend the gravy mac n cheese. Owned and operated by theater vets you might be surprised by how delicious and authentic everything is. 😍🤤

Claudia S. • May 21, 2010The best place in Harlem to get soul food. It is not expensive and a lot of great choices. It's a hot/cold food bar. Try the bannana pudding!

Evelyn L. • July 4, 2016For 5.99/lb, it's definitely worth it 👌

Devon G. • August 19, 2011Fried green tomatoes an grits will make you sing. Hurricanes and mixed drinks are great. Music set the mood.

Melissa M. • January 2, 2022Great Mexican restaurant!! ❤️❤️

Zayed K. • October 13, 2015They usually have chicken liver curry, and it is probably the best of the lunch buffet items.

Frank R. • December 15, 2022Pricey for what it is, but tasty and filling!

Vadim L. • May 8, 2010After President Obama was inaugurated, several New York City establishments renamed or began naming products to pay homage to him, including Obama Fried Chicken & Pizza. The chicken is delicious :)

Sparkie • September 4, 2011Chicken finger pita delux. Get it!

Adam H. • April 7, 2013Oxtails, Collard Greens, Fried Chicken, Plantains - OMG - don't let the fact that it's a buffet be off putting - this place is awesome. We will be back.