Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Central Harlem, New York

Milan P. • March 27, 2019Warm, Italian atmosphere. Owners are doing great job with the real Italian style pizza, and great espresso caffe. Pizza Regginela is on the level of the best pizza places in Napoli! Bravo!

Danielle J. • June 9, 2015Eggs with avocado go down pretty well! The drip coffee is really tasty, and excellent $1 refills

Brody L. • February 23Came here for the first time just to have a coffee and do some work on my laptop. It’s a chill spot. Definitely a hidden gem and relaxing. The coffee shop was very nice and informative.

Sabrina • April 23, 2011COOKIES! The chocolate chip walnut cookie is incredible. Cupcake who?

Cody K. • September 22, 2018Everything about this place is gold! I love the baristas, who are others-minded & kind. Fast-paced New York slows down in this open, warm, calm space. Latte art adorns delicious, well-crafted drinks.

Marisa L. • November 11, 2017Veggie or meat sampler. Can’t go wrong! Also such nice people who own it / work there!

Nigel C. • February 10, 2013Best soul food on Lenox. Make sure to get the jerk chicken and Mac & Cheese.

Angelo P. • August 22, 2019Amazing speakeasy bar! Very beautiful interior with the most inventive cocktails I ever encountered. Lucky me as I am staying at the hotel next door.

Anna C. • February 16, 2020really yumm baked goods and great coffee and teas!

Rachel S. • January 2, 2019Amazing bagels in fun flavors. The zatar is incredible, and their sausage egg and cheese is also divine.

Matthew C. • June 13, 2021The wine list is superb. The cocktails are masterfully crafted. The food is great. My family loves the duck and pastas. Be sure to save room for dessert.

Alethia M. • June 3, 2018French toast is scrumptious... So light and fluffy. Yummy!

Nia • July 17, 2018Everything I have tried, I love- from the vegan kielbasa to the giant pretzels. Not mentioning the stellar local beers in rotation. I can always find something I love to eat and drink here.

Es C. • June 23, 2014Mac & Greens really good, but White Sangria AMAZING!!!

Malte L. • July 27, 2017Great pizza with fresh (!) ingredients. Friendly staff. A place you can also drop by later in the evening (after 22.00).

Naomi T. • July 28, 2014Friendly staff, tasty treats, wi-fi, and good coffee? Can't really go wrong. The patio is also a great plus!

DLee • August 12, 2012This might just be the best soul food in Harlem. Went here with a party of 12 and almost everything was amazing. Their candied yams are to die for.

Mikey R. • March 6, 2012The service has dramatically increased and the food is still unbelievable. I love this place. I definitely recommend stopping by.

Nikolai C. • May 9, 2016Solid lunch buffet, take it to go and it's the best deal in the neighborhood. Tasty, predictably consistent food. Can't go wrong!

Kristen M. • September 1, 2012Seasonal menu, but the short ribs, gnocchi, and veal meatballs are fantastic. Wine list is good & priced well. Hard to go wrong here.

Carol • March 24Really great, authentic Indian in W Harlem. The chicken madras was fantastic

Harlem A. • August 4, 2013While 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!

Zayed K. • March 22, 2015Great prices, and definitely one of the better Ethiopian restaurants I have been to. The cubed lamb with awaze is a must try.

Joel E. • April 20, 2019everything here is so good. Arepas come piled up with goodness on top. Burger is cooked at a true medium. cocktails are balanced and worth every penny. Food is served til midnight (on Friday). 😊

Aaron M. • May 24, 2019Vibe is very easy and chill. Great summer spot.

Rachel K. • February 25, 2021Carrot cake and candied yam are amazing seasonal flavors. Salted caramel and blueberry cheesecake are also delicious year round. Our favorite ice cream spot by far!

Anika D. • November 17, 2017The fish fataya was delicious. Especially with spicy African sauce! I also enjoyed the lobster and shrimp salad.

L. T. • June 9, 2015You can never go wrong here. Vegetarians: get the veggie patty which is one of the best I've had - and ask for your fries to be cooked in vegetable oil! Cajun spiced fries are outta control!

Chris M. • June 24, 2016Mac&Cheese amazing. Love the classic chix/waffle as well.

Kira R. • January 2, 2018Awesome cozy place. We brought our kids for the live music, everyone is fienly. The service is very friendly too. Food delicious. One of the best falafel around