Guidebook for New York
Food Scene
This is a cute French bistro type place that opened just about a year ago. I love their mussels and their burgers are amazing. It's a great date night spot or for a meal or drinks with friends.
210 locals recommend
Maison Harlem
341 St Nicholas AveThis is a cute French bistro type place that opened just about a year ago. I love their mussels and their burgers are amazing. It's a great date night spot or for a meal or drinks with friends.
Amazing ramen and fried rice dishes at this new addition to the growing food scene in Harlem. They also have great happy hour with well priced drinks.
137 locals recommend
Jin Ramen West Harlem
3183 BroadwayAmazing ramen and fried rice dishes at this new addition to the growing food scene in Harlem. They also have great happy hour with well priced drinks.
This Jamaican take out spot has the best Jamaican in Harlem! Great prices and options for meat lovers or vegetarians.
People's Choice
2733 Frederick Douglass BlvdThis Jamaican take out spot has the best Jamaican in Harlem! Great prices and options for meat lovers or vegetarians.
This great Italian restaurant has the best Gnocchi I have ever had! Great wine list, perfect for date nights or having dinner with the family. Must try the lasagna as well.
253 locals recommend
Lido Harlem Restaurant
2168 Frederick Douglass BlvdThis great Italian restaurant has the best Gnocchi I have ever had! Great wine list, perfect for date nights or having dinner with the family. Must try the lasagna as well.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great bar that you can walk to, it has a great selection of beers and liquor, also amazing bar food. Their Mac and cheese is to die for! And you should try their avocado fritters.
526 locals recommend
Harlem Public
3612 BroadwayGreat bar that you can walk to, it has a great selection of beers and liquor, also amazing bar food. Their Mac and cheese is to die for! And you should try their avocado fritters.
Great beer place for a casual afternoon/evening of beer and bar food.
182 locals recommend
Bier International
2099 Frederick Douglass BoulevardGreat beer place for a casual afternoon/evening of beer and bar food.
Absolutely. I went there for the first time in September (2013) and had dinner. The food was amazing (I had the spicy shrimp ceasar and my date had the sliders).
39 locals recommend
Solace Bar & Grill
3496 BroadwayAbsolutely. I went there for the first time in September (2013) and had dinner. The food was amazing (I had the spicy shrimp ceasar and my date had the sliders).
Entertainment & Activities
Simple French bistro is a must for families and couples alike. Located on the corner of 125th and Lenox, it's in the middle of the Harlem. Try their salmon dish, their sautéed spinach and escargots.
120 locals recommend
Chez Lucienne
308 Lenox AveSimple French bistro is a must for families and couples alike. Located on the corner of 125th and Lenox, it's in the middle of the Harlem. Try their salmon dish, their sautéed spinach and escargots.
Arts & Culture
This collection of European Medieval and Renaissance Art in a re-located monastery is a must-see. High on a bluff above the Hudson River, Fort Tryon Park is worth a stroll as well.
707 locals recommend
The Met Cloisters
99 Margaret Corbin DrThis collection of European Medieval and Renaissance Art in a re-located monastery is a must-see. High on a bluff above the Hudson River, Fort Tryon Park is worth a stroll as well.
Sightseeing
Stroll around the Landmarked Historic District of Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill. The architecture is stunning. From 141st St to 150th Between Amsterdam Avenue and Edgecombe Avenues.
9 locals recommend
Hamilton Terrace
Hamilton TerraceStroll around the Landmarked Historic District of Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill. The architecture is stunning. From 141st St to 150th Between Amsterdam Avenue and Edgecombe Avenues.
Everything Else
This is one of the most historical black churches in the country. Go visit at the 11 AM service for a great sermon and heart-melting gospel music.
94 locals recommend
Abyssinian Baptist Church
132 W 138th StThis is one of the most historical black churches in the country. Go visit at the 11 AM service for a great sermon and heart-melting gospel music.
Essentials
Fairway has a great selection of vegetables, cheese, deli meats, and fish. I you are looking for prepared foods or some fine grocery, this is your spot.
217 locals recommend
Fairway Market 125th Street
2328 12th AveFairway has a great selection of vegetables, cheese, deli meats, and fish. I you are looking for prepared foods or some fine grocery, this is your spot.
This grocery store has a large selection of food items for cooking or just prepared and package stuff.
64 locals recommend
Pathmark Supermarkets
This grocery store has a large selection of food items for cooking or just prepared and package stuff.