Sylvia's Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

1. Sylvia's Restaurant

8.0
328 Malcolm X Blvd (btwn W 126th & W 127th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 248 tips and reviews

Sean H.Sean Hackbarth: The smothered chicken is good, and the collard greens are the best I ever had. Go there around 5 on a Saturday to get seated right away.

Lily M.Lily Miller: Good lord, the collard greens...yum! Now I'm not from the south, but I thought they were mighty tasty :). The Mac and cheese and grilled herbed chicken = awesome as well

DaveDave: Collard greens are a must. Skip the lemonade.

Amy Ruth's is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

2. Amy Ruth's

8.3
113 W 116th St (btwn Malcolm X & Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 300 tips and reviews

Miyoshi D.Miyoshi DeSouza: I got the Barack Obama....smothered chicken, collard greens and mac n cheese. It was delicious! I also recommend the Half & Half (half lemonade + half iced tea)

CompassCompass: Chicken and waffles and collard greens have pleased celebrity regulars, visiting politicians, and devoted diners for decades.

Tohm S.Tohm Sansani: Fried chicken wings are on point! Love the fried catfish, too. Collards and the fried okra are the two best sides. All fried everything!

Jacob Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

3. Jacob Restaurant

8.6
373 Malcolm X Blvd (W 129th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 47 tips and reviews

Desmond H.Desmond Hardy: The collard greens are delicious.

Lacey W.Lacey Williams: I dont know where to start! I'm from the south & miss the fattening food! I ran across Jacob's and lost my mind! The collard greens, mac & cheese, chicken, banana pudding I can go but im out of space.

Michelle L.Michelle Lee: Collard greens, mac and cheese, Jamaican rice and beans

Jacob's Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

4. Jacob's Restaurant

7.6
2698 Frederick Douglass Blvd (at 143rd St.), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 23 tips and reviews

Dan B.Dan Boujoulian: great vegetarian choices. The cards above the food do not specifically label the veggie friendly as such but they do specify when things, such as collard greens are made with turkey Read more.

Miguel S.Miguel S: All the soul food is great (oxtail, collard greens, cabbage, etc.).

Hershel G.Hershel Guerrant: Food is bangin!!! Buffet of soul food. the mac and cheese and collards are the best

Melba's Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

5. Melba's Restaurant

8.4
300 W. 114th Street, New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 128 tips and reviews

Chris V.Chris Volinsky: Catfish and collard greens were amazing. But be aware that they did not honor the foursquare 10 bucks off deal.

Food NetworkFood Network: Her crowd-pleasing Tres Mac and Cheese blends pepper Jack, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses together for a dish that goes hand in hand with comforting classics of collard greens and black-eyed peas. Read more.

ZenFoodsterZenFoodster: S. Fried Ckn+Eggnog Waffles: a Bobby Flay “Throwdown” winner! Also try Spring Rolls, Short ribs, collard greens, pancakes, Shrimp & Grits, homemade Apple sorbet. Sat-Sun brunch 12-3pm. Make a ressie!

Abyssinia Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

6. Abyssinia Restaurant

8.5
268 W 135th St, New York, NY
Ethiopian Restaurant · Central Harlem · 15 tips and reviews

Village VoiceVillage Voice: Go here for authentic soul food. Check out the heap of shredded collard greens sautéed with onions, garlic, and green peppers.

سليمانسليمان: Massive delicious portions, lots of variety, get a mix platter and the Ethiopian honey wine. Extra injera is cheap

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Daniel Reta and his wife, Frehiwot, cook the food of their native Ethiopia at this 18-seat eatery, decorated with green-washed walls and photos of the old country. Read more.

Red Rooster is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

7. Red Rooster

8.6
310 Malcolm X Blvd (btwn W 125th & W 126th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 554 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: Graze on dishes like creamy mac ’n’ greens ($14)—a blend of collards, Gouda, New York cheddar & Comté—or rib-sticking dirty rice and shrimp ($11). Close with the shareable spiced chocolate cake ($10). Read more.

DeShaun H.DeShaun Harris: Shockingly thrilled with the collard greens. Dare I say they're better than most people's grandma's homemade? Must try!

Autumn W.Autumn Waller: Went for Harlem restaurant week. An amazing incredible lobster Mac collard greens and cheese. I'm pretty sure absolutely everything would have to be good here. Quality quality

House Of Seafood is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

8. House Of Seafood

7.8
2349 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Central Harlem · 2 tips and reviews

Cynthia W.Cynthia Whitfield: Everything is great there

Two01 B.Two01 Basketball: Great food by great people

Manna's Soul Food & Salad Bar is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

9. Manna's Soul Food & Salad Bar

7.1
2331 Frederick Douglass Blvd (at W 125th St.), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 21 tips and reviews

Trish A.Trish Anderton: A local classic. Be sure to get some collard greens!

SaskiaSaskia: check out the glazed honeywings!

Paisley K.Paisley Kirkland: The Mac n cheese and fried chicken was the best!!!

Londel's Restaurant is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

10. Londel's Restaurant

7.3
2620 Frederick Douglass Blvd (Btwn 139th & Frederick Douglass), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 17 tips and reviews

Harlem A.Harlem Ambassador: Since 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.

Sarah E.Sarah Elizabeth: Ever dreamed of that bar that is perfect for composing your newest blog post by day and people-watching by night? This is it!

Mia P.Mia Pamela: Amazing food! Try the Tilapia

Minton's Playhouse is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

11. Minton's Playhouse

7.9
206 W 118th St (btwn St Nicholas & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · Central Harlem · 41 tips and reviews

Brad G.Brad Garoon: Brunch accompanied by a jazz set is soothing. Try the Venison burger, a gamey patty topped with sweet blackberry onion jam, farm cheese, and country ham. The challah bun is a great touch. Read more.

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: “Well-heeled jazz lovers can order from a prix-fixe menu that includes sherry she-crab soup and smoked quail with a giblet cornbread cake, while listening to the house band.” Read more.

TheJazzAficionado B.TheJazzAficionado Booker: The birth place of modern so-called jazz, The African-American Classical Art-Form

67 Orange Street is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

12. 67 Orange Street

8.5
2082 Frederick Douglass Blvd (btwn 112th & 113th St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · Central Harlem · 92 tips and reviews

Bridget B.Bridget B.: Spicy Popcorn for the win! Cucumber Martini with Hendricks Gin (my fav).

WeHarlemWeHarlem: Nice cozy vibe! You'll miss it due 2 red velvet curtains covering the interior giving it an exclusive feel. Great signature drinks. Visit WeHarlem.com. Download WeHarlem iPhone/Android App 4 FREE

Joymarie P.Joymarie Parker: This Harlem Speakeasy has a rich historical background dating back to the Prohibition Era and has an extensive menu of uniquely crafted cocktails. Try The Long Pink Cadillac - it's amazing!

Freddy's Soul Caribbean Restaurant, Inc. is one of The 13 Best Places for Collard Greens in Central Harlem, New York.

13. Freddy's Soul Caribbean Restaurant, Inc.

7.2
2537 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd (119th St.), New York, NY
Caribbean Restaurant · Central Harlem · 8 tips and reviews

Rachel L.Rachel Letch: 2nd time here. I always go for the baked chicken with Mac n cheese n sweet potato yams!!!! Yummy!!

Abiola A.Abiola Abrams: Don't tell anyone how amazing the food is here. The lines are long enough. Yum!

Christopher R.Christopher Raynor: Awesome food! Oxtail, shorts ribs, Mac and cheese...pretty off the hook.