Must-see restaurants in Harlem & Upper Manhattan

  • Red Rooster

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Transatlantic superchef Marcus Samuelsson laces upscale comfort food with a world of flavors at his cool brasserie. Mac 'n’ cheese joins forces with…

  • Vinatería

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    This classy Michelin-recommended neighborhood restaurant shows a new side to Harlem, taking inspiration from Italy and Spain with flavor-packed dishes…

  • Reverence

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    After pioneering San Francisco’s underground supper clubs, noted chef Russell Jackson made his NYC debut in 2019 with a five-course tasting menu of Asian,…

  • Seasoned Vegan

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Run by a mother-and-son team, the Seasoned Vegan has earned a loyal following for its delicious twist on soul food. Everything here is organic, kosher and…

  • New Leaf

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Nestled in Fort Tryon Park, a short walk from the Cloisters, this 1930s stone building feels like a country tavern. Settle in for market-fresh ingredients…

  • Sylvia's

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Founded by Sylvia Woods in 1962, this Harlem icon has been dazzling Harlemites and visitors (including a few presidents) with its lip-smackingly good down…

  • BLVD Bistro

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Bustling BLVD Bistro takes quality seasonal produce and turns it into subtly tweaked Southern soul food. Heading the kitchen is Mississippi-born Carlos…

  • Charles’ Pan-Fried Chicken

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    It’s a hole-in-the-wall, but charismatic Charles Gabriel makes some of the best fried chicken in the city. Crisp and beautifully seasoned, it’s served…

  • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Jocks, hipsters, moms and pops: everyone dives into this honky-tonk rib bar for a rockin’ feed. Get messy with dry-rubbed, slow-pit-smoked ribs, slabs of…

  • Maison Harlem

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Run by two French amis, this swinging little bar-bistro is like a second home for locals, who drop in at all hours to nibble on French toast, slurp onion…

  • Pedestrian passing Amy Ruth's restaurant in Harlem.

    Amy Ruth’s Restaurant

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Perennially crowded Amy Ruth’s serves up classic Southern soul food, from fried catfish to mac 'n’ cheese and fluffy biscuits. But it’s the waffles that…

  • Pisticci

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    When the weather is lousy, Pisticci makes a fine retreat, with its cozy two-room interior graced by low-lit chandeliers, vintage paintings and globe…

  • Harlem Public

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Amiable hipsters at the bar, old-school funk on the speakers and finger-licking bar grub: Harlem Public sets the scene for a night out. Celebrate…

  • Community Food & Juice

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    The convivial, spacious Community is a brunch staple for frenzied families and hungover Columbia University students. Get here before 10:30am or be…

  • Tom’s Restaurant

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    The exterior of Tom’s may look familiar if you’re a fan of the TV series Seinfeld, but the interiors are all New York Greek diner. As in, busy. Reminisce…

  • Make My Cake

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Leave your diet at the door and treat yourself to some of the creamiest, dreamiest sweet treats this side of Central Park. Should you have a red-velvet…

  • Pikine

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Harlem's 116th St has become something of a Little Senegal in recent decades, with restaurants like Pikine serving up a taste of home to West African…