Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near East Harlem, New York

Josh T. • March 3, 2013Awesome little dive with an awesome beer selection. Try the Brie and Blackberry jam grilled cheese. It is amazing.

Gothamist • October 17, 2014This tiny Spanish Harlem bistro is great for brunch. Get the Huevos Rancheros ($12): fried corn tortillas atop soupy black beans, all topped with avocado, salsa ranchera, eggs, & grilled skirt steak.

Rachel B. • October 18, 2018The legendary breakfast sandwich lives up to its name. The people are really sweet (sit at the diner style bar to schmooze with them) and coffee is excellent

Ly E. • May 17, 2012Cemita with Carnegie enchilada huge and delicious. Fresh sesame bread, poblano pork, stringy Mexican cheese.

Foxxy B. • April 23, 2018Churros con cajeta for dessert, so good! Otherwise pretty good dips & chips, great tacos. Very full bar.

Asdrid V. • August 7, 2019The pork belly, Pad Kee Mao noodles, and beef dishes are delicious and full of spice and flavor!

Joe M. • September 29, 2020Donuts are great! Get the mango chile and apple turnover donuts!

Brian T. • December 8, 2019Great beer selection and comfortable vibe. Definitely worth a visit!

Kelsey R. • November 9, 2013Best pizza I've ever had. Got 2 peroni beers and a whole pie for only 25.20 (including tax) I'll def be going back.

Jennifer K. • February 17, 2016Finally a proper espresso bar near Mt Sinai!The latte saved me w/days @ hospital. It's like walking into a spot in Italy w/standing bar. Fantastic quality & service.❤️Niko. Their panini's are delish👌

Brittney J. • June 29, 2017The bread! The steaks! The Chilean Sea Bass! Everything is good here -- even the birthday music and free dessert.

Vieses • July 15, 2016By far the best Al Pastor in Manhattan. Also, try the Gringa Mix....you won't be sorry :)

TheMobileBroker • November 20, 2017My favorites are the brown rice & beans, stir fry chicken, collard greens and eggplant. I often order the carrot or kale sea moss with ginger beverage.

Sara G. • January 24, 2014The BEST! Love everything about this place- decor, food, service. The octopus is amazing (try the carpaccio!) Excellent wines. Seriously, everything is so good! Thank u for opening in East Harlem!!!

Mimi E. • February 11, 2012Best chop cheese and Philly cheesesteaks!

Asdrid V. • June 16, 2020Love the lamb tacos and farro bowl here!

Betty M. • February 22, 2020Friendly staff and food that’s always good! I recommend the everyday eggs and the Alabama banana cake

Jesus F. • February 21, 2014LOVE LOVE LOVE their blondies! Was visiting from MIA and this was the first and last spot I visited while in the city. Would definitely go back...

Samantha N. • May 27, 2012Awesome cocktails. Great spot.

mahammatt b. • September 9, 2013Love cafe now has burgers, fries, and breakfast!

Bruce C. • July 3, 2014Savory food and generous portions. Family run business by some very nice folks. Try the Brussels Sprout pizza. Surprisingly delicious!

Terry C. • September 13, 2020Everything is delicious, get a bowl and some sides you can’t go wrong!

Kimmie O. • July 30, 2020Carrot cake, duh! You can order it with or without nuts & raisins. The cake is really moist, frosting is sweet but not overly sweet. Get the red velvet cake too!

The Corcoran Group • November 6, 2010Start with a perfectly prepared Manhattan and follow it up with Mozzarella in Carozza, a Stuffed Veal Chop and Rao’s Meatballs.

Debby B. • December 8, 2020Dark chocolate mousse with the salted caramel toppings. To die for!

Lisa M. • July 17, 2013Yummy and artfully presented sushi plus great teriyaki. The Hawaiian selections are next on my list.

Carol • November 18, 2022Intimate space with amazing food and drinks. We went for Harlem restaurant week and got a lot for the $35 dinner prix fixe. Get steak, scallops, and flourless chocolate cake!

Marc S. • March 21, 2022Vibrant atmosphere with knowledgeable waiter recommended wine options. Cocktails are outstanding and food is worth the trip to Harlem. Get Salmon tiradito and arroz con pato!

Joseph D. • September 28, 2020Delicious pizzas of every kind. Really like their thin crust.

Isabel Z. • September 5, 2013Great conchas, good tortas, and acceptable tacos.