Guide to Dining and Nightlife in Harlem

Dining & Nightlife Recommendations

Archer and Goat

Harlem Culture Crawl
American, Latin, and South Asian-inspired restaurant and bar serving dinner and weekend brunch. Read more...

Bird In Hand NYC

American, Celebrations, Christmas, Holidays, New Year's, and Work Parties
This farm-to-bar neighborhood corner features a seasonal menu of handcrafted cocktails, a curated selection of local craft beer, and small plates of new American cuisine. Beautifully appointed with hardwood floors and checkered tiled bar floor surround, accented with vintage-inspired elements. Beautifully appointed with hardwood floors and checkered tiled bar floor surround, the room is accented with vintage-inspired elements. Read more...

Bless Bar & Kitchen

School-Specials
This women-owned establishment offers a vibrant atmosphere with live DJ music from its balcony, energizing the front patio dining area. Their extensive menu includes dishes like churrasco, seafood paella, and burgers. The venue is known for its welcoming ambiance and diverse clientele. It’s a popular spot for those seeking a lively dining experience with quality food and music. Read more...

Bono Trattoria

Harlem Culture Crawl and Italian
Popular Italian restaurant with a brick pizza oven imported from Naples on center stage. Bono embraces Italian classics like the margherita pizza and bucatini ala bolognese, but also features traditional Umbrian dishes. Try the strozzapreti alla norcina (pasta with sweet sausage, porcini mushrooms, and truffle cream sauce). As Italian grandmothers are known to say: Eat because it is delicious! Read more...

Broadway Tavern

Celebrations, Irish, MMNY, and Pub
Hamilton Heights version of a down-to-earth gastropub. Take a tall seat at the bar on your own or sink deep into a cozy booth with friends. There’s a long list of craft beers on the blackboard, plus select wines, spirits, and batched signature cocktails on hand to quench your thirst. Pick from a menu of shared plates, or opt for Read more...

Clove Indian Restaurant & Bar

Indian
Clove is known for its modern interpretation of classic northern Indian dishes and a range of signature cocktails. A weekday lunch buffet is offered from 11 am – 3 pm. Spacious outdoor patio in a nice spot overlooking City College campus. “Eater: Harlem’s Clove has NYC’s best Indian-American cooking”, Feb 2020 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Read more...

Comedy In Harlem

Cocktails, MMNY, and School-Specials
Harlem’s home for stand-up comedy, this Black-owned 74-seat club hosts local and New York’s top comedians, including Tracy Morgan and Donnell Rawlings. It offers open mic nights, weekly Ladies’ Night, karaoke, jazz sessions, and comedy happy hours featuring up-and-coming stars. Guests enjoy a full bar and a menu focused on seafood and American comfort food. Read more...

Cordial Uptown

Cocktails and seafood
At Cordial, we believe great dining begins with genuine hospitality and memorable food crafted with care. Our team is dedicated to creating an inviting space where friends, families, and neighbors can share good moments over satisfying dishes. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal or celebrating something special, we’re here to make every visit feel like coming home. Happy Read more...

Harlem Public

American and Pub
Enjoy indoor and outdoor seating at Harlem Public, a gastropub with a creative selection of bar foods, a multitude of craft beers on tap, tasty and potent cocktails, and small-batch spirits. The local favorites list includes fish tacos, customizable burgers (ground in house), and the ooey-gooey tater tots. (Think cheese curds and sausage gravy). The wide variety of tasty fare Read more...

Harlem Tavern

comfort food, Harlem Culture Crawl, and sports bar
Harlem Tavern’s menu features bold, satisfying dishes that bring flavor to the forefront. Dig into our creamy, crave-worthy Tavern Style Mac, enjoy the rich, smoky notes of our Cedar Planked Salmon, or sink your teeth into the indulgent Truffle Burger. Pair your meal with something from our wide-ranging craft beer and wine list, curated to complement every bite. Ample seating Read more...

Home Sweet Harlem

Brunch, Catering, Live Music, MMNY, and School-Specials
Homey and comforting atmosphere showcasing regionally inspired food that is guaranteed to nourish your heart and soul. Come in with family, friends, or by yourself…bring your book, your laptop, and enjoy a lovingly prepared meal that will warm your belly and nourish your soul. Weekends are our favorite time in our American bistro! Shrimp or fish and grits, Chicken and Read more...

Mamasushi

Dominican and Japanese & Sushi
This popular Asian-Latino spot incorporates Caribbean cuisine with traditional Japanese dishes. The extensive menu includes traditional sushi, plus many rolls made with “fully cooked” protein and ingredients such as plantains, guacamole, cheese, and pico de gallo. Steak, chicken, fish and other meat dishes are delicious and hearty. Enjoy signature and classic cocktails, specialty beer, and sake. Lots of seating. Read more...

Patrick’s On The Hill

Caribbean and School-Specials
Patrick’s on the Hill blends the comfort of home-cooked Caribbean dishes like jerk wings, oxtails, and escovitch fish with a lively twist inspired by global flavors. Local owners have created a relaxed space where arts and community thrive—hosting poets, musicians, trivia, karaoke, and Sunday jazz and brunch, all with a warm neighborhood welcome. Read more...

Picante Mexican Restaurant

Harlem Culture Crawl, Mexican, and MMNY
Casual, colorful Mexican spot with ample in and out seating. Expect salads, burgers, tacos, and traditional Mexican fare served in generous portions. Corn tortillas are prepared fresh throughout the day. Try the tortas, authentic Mexican sandwiches filled with a variety of meat. Happy hour is always popular, drinks are large and pitchers are available. Read more...

Ponty Bistro

African and Harlem Culture Crawl
Ponty Bistro Harlem offers a taste of authentic Senegalese cuisine alongside a variety of other dishes. With a cool and understated vibe, Ponty Bistro provides a welcoming space for guests to enjoy their meals. The menu features a diverse range of options, catering to different tastes and preferences. Whether dining alone or with friends, patrons can expect quality food and a Read more...

River Thai and Beyond

School-Specials and Thai
River Thai & Beyond is Harlem’s most popular Thai restaurant, known for authentic, flavorful dishes. Diners from across the neighborhood praise the freshness and bold flavors, with spicy larb, pad thai, and green curry among the favorites. With beautiful decorations and a great atmosphere, it’s a good value go-to for dine-in. Read more...

Sylvia's Restaurant

Harlem Culture Crawl and soul
For more than 60 years, Sylvia’s Restaurant has been serving up more than just food. We’ve been serving love, legacy, and Harlem hospitality. When Sylvia Woods opened her restaurant on Lenox Avenue in 1962, she couldn’t have imagined that her fried chicken and collard greens would draw guests from all over the world. What started with a handful of tables Read more...

The ("Chick") Inn by Fumo

Yum! The star of this Broadway show is Rotisserie Chicken, humanely raised and veggie-fed, but there are plenty of greens and grains to be found too. Order a whole, half, or quarter chicken with your pick of tasty sides. Read more...