1. The Edge Harlem
9.1
101 Edgecombe Ave, New York, NY
American Restaurant · Central Harlem · 63 tips and reviews
Riqui Lawrence: Coconut battered fish and chips. Ginger beer. Outstanding meal and service. Very welcoming environment. Owners Juliet and Justine Masters are very hands on without making the staff grumpy .
Sadira Hassell: Shrimp and grits. Ginger Margarita, yuummmy
Riqui Lawrence: Delicious food, great service and delightful hardworking owners. May favorite dish is the coconut crusted fish with chips paired with ginger beer. Occasional wait for tables but well worth it.
2. Africa Kine Restaurant
7.2
2267 7th Ave (at Adam Clayton Powell Junior Blvd), New York, NY
African Restaurant · Central Harlem · 33 tips and reviews
Miguel Banuelos: Tasty Senegalese food. Go with the Fish & Rice and definitely try the ginger and sorrel drink.
Thomas Davis: Grilled Fish(Tilapia), Onions, Couscous, & Plantains Are off the hook here!!! Did I mention how delicious the ginger beer is!!!
Alisa Antonelli: The lamb Dibi and the fried fish are as delicious as everyone says. The ginger drink is strong and very ginger spicy but delicious.
3. Rejuvenate
8.1
171 W 133rd St, New York, NY
Juice Bar · Central Harlem · 8 tips and reviews
Stephanie Redhead: Try the Detox juice filled with carrots, apples,beets, and ginger- delicious!
Rhamel Hicks: Best juice spot in Harlem hands down!
Lauren: Asked for a custom smoothie: spinach, carrot, banana & peanut butter. Not sure the spinach made it in! Reasonably priced though. 👌
5. Lido Harlem
8.4
2168 Frederick Douglass Blvd (at W 117th St), New York, NY
Italian Restaurant · Central Harlem · 134 tips and reviews
Adalia Roberts: Try the El Tigre , it's an amazing bourbon and ginger martini. Can't go wrong
Hector: Good for dates. Enjoy some wine and delicious Italian dishes in this cozy restaurant. Definitely make a reservation.
__TR3V: Get there before 1pm to beat the church crowd for Sunday brunch. The French toast and the chicken panini are great options to try. Opt for the bottomless mimosas. Well worth it
6. Le Baobab
7.1
120 W 116th St, New York, NY
African Restaurant · Central Harlem · 10 tips and reviews
Akiko Bombita: Big portions of slammin food. Fried plantains are so good w/ the fish and the onion salad. And the ginger drink is spicy and sweet. Don't sweat the service for sit down dining. Take out takes forever.
The Corcoran Group: Delicious Senegalese food, although the service is not great. Try one of their daily lunch specials (weekends too)…a whole lot of food for $10. Try the Thiebu Djen, it’s awesome.
Harlem Ambassador: A Senegalese staple in the heart of Little Senegal. Come here for your standards like Thiebou Djeune. The dining style is very communal, but they will get up and give your own table if you're American
7. Cheri
7.9
231 Malcolm X Blvd (121), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Central Harlem · 14 tips and reviews
Nakisha: This place is absolutely adorable! Great ambiance; quait backyard that's perfect for dining al fresco in the summer. Lovely interiors and most of all: amazing food! Will be back for brunch and dates!
Harlem Ambassador: The back garden seems to require "reservations". While the parlour, with it's limited space, is relaxed, so is the service. Be mindful of Euro portions, and prices! At least it's chic and tasteful.
Teodora Maria: I love the way this place is set up, you feel like you're in someone's living room. The sangria is delicious, and I'm in love with their salted caramel sauce.
8. Barawine
8.4
200 Malcolm X Blvd (120th St.), New York, NY
Wine Bar · Central Harlem · 43 tips and reviews
Marie Etienne - Realtor: The lamb was absolutely amazing. The polenta was the perfect side. Kudos to the chef.
Harlem Ambassador: While the space was jinxed in the past, the new wine bar is a hit with the nabe elites. It's even crowded during a blizzard! An endless wine selection. The lobster carpaccio & skirt steak is a must!
Claude Draillard: Could be great if service was at the level of the wine list. Food is good. Wines are well picked But service is as organized as traffic on a busy day in Cairo!
9. Ponty Bistro Harlem
8.0
2375 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY
African Restaurant · Central Harlem · 32 tips and reviews
JM Parveaux: Very traditional and delicious escargots!!
Terance Thatch: The service was slighty slow but Lobster BLT, Maple Crusted French Toast, Truffle Macaroni & Cheese and Fresh Seasonal Fruit coupled with the ambiance made up for it. I'll definitely be back.
Dei West: Linguine Alla Scampi is really good! I just wish they gave a little more shrimp.
10. Yatenga
8.3
2269 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd (btwn 133rd & 134th St.), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Central Harlem · 65 tips and reviews
L. T.: Great late-night vibe here. Good music and great service. They accommodate your needs as much they can.
Nicola Medrano: Mustafa is the most gracious, humble & efficient waiter. Tuna tar tar, tuna nicoise, shrimp app.. Amazing. Service & food is amazing!! A++++!!
Harlem Ambassador: The Francophiles say it isn't French, then again, they say that about everything. A casual spot which is a perfect "hide & seek" from the madness of Shrine next door. Great for drinks and lite bites.
11. 67 Orange Street
8.6
2082 Frederick Douglass Blvd (btwn 112th & 113th St), New York, NY
Speakeasy · Central Harlem · 92 tips and reviews
Chris Evans: Incredible drinks with some pretty great dishes. Definitely try the popcorn, and if you're hungry go for the lobster mac and cheese.
WeHarlem: 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 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!
15. 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
Tracy Solorzano: What a great atmosphere! The food was amazing - crispy chicken wings, homemade biscuits, jambalaya. They have live music and the ambience on Sunday night is amazing
The 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 Booker: The birth place of modern so-called jazz, The African-American Classical Art-Form