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    I Like It Black

    4.4 (54 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Ashli A.

    What a nice GEM to find on my short trip! I was only in New York for the weekend, and I stumbled upon this adorable coffee shop in Harlem, my favorite city in New York. Not only was it adorable, but it's also BLACK OWNED! This filled me with joy! The ambiance is very cutesy and fun, with pink paint gracing most of the interior! I ordered a regular coffee and got to chatting with patrons, and it turns out the owner's child and her friend were in the building. They taught me all about the history of the shop, their bakery next door, and gave me countless recommendations on things to do in Harlem for the duration of my trip. The wifi was good, the coffee was great, and the window seating made me feel like a NY artist for a few minutes, watching the busy passers-by while I studied my script. I definitely will return, and I recommend everyone to give this place a shot if you're in town!

    Maya B.

    One of the highlights of my trip! This Black owned coffee shop in Harlem is a must visit! Aliyyah the owner was a delight to speak with.

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    Char I.

    Cute little coffee shop on the corner of 125. I ordered the French toast muffin and it was bomb I highly recommend. It's the perfect blend of maple flavoring with a crisp outer and soft inner. The latte was perfect, I looove chicory in coffee so obviously when I saw it I had to order it. It did not disappoint! Check this place out!

    Nice art
    Debbie A.

    Cute little spot for a quick caffeine fix with great friendly service. There was also a lot of cute wall art as well. I wish it was a bit bigger because I would love to come here to work from time to time!

    Nice clean coffee shop
    Rebecca S.

    Highly recommend the Uptown Cristo $8.50 - FRENCH TOAST MUFFIN SEASONED TURKEY SAUSAGE EGG SMOKED GOUDA $8.50 you can change type of cheese or type of muffin they also had blueberry , lemon poppy seed, and pistachio freshly baked daily Cheese options: Smoked Gouda, Cheddar or Swiss I had blueberry last time and French toast this time- really having a hard time deciding which was better! Grilled buttered muffins are my weakness The flavorful seasoning on the Turkey sausage blows me away everytime. Daniel you do a fantastic job making breakfast with love and care- Thank YOU!

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    Christine C.

    It's a wonderful place that's open for the breakfast rush if needed. It seems they offer breakfast sandwiches that range from $10-$14. It's small but with enough seating to rest for a moment and finish your muffin before rushing to your bus. While the blueberry muffin and blueberry fizz were alright, it's a 3/5 in the flavor department. The blueberry muffin was soft but it was missing something, maybe vanilla, more blueberries or a little more sugar. It definitely tastes fresh and I wouldn't be surprised if this was house made but it was missing that something to really make it pop. The blueberry (?) fizz was a combination of steeped blueberry tea and a carbonated water. It comes unsweetened and it's a bit tart, towards the end of the drink you really taste the green tea leaves. I would suggest asking for it to be sweetened. I enjoyed the barista that am. They were pleasant and had a great easy going attitude for the morning. I wouldn't mind coming back here and people watching or trying their other dishes. It's great spot for a change of scenery in this concrete jungle. As always thank you for the service and God bless you all!

    I Like It Black... Harlem
    Erin F.

    This was the cutest shop. It's Blacked owned with a delicious bakery next door that is also Black owned. Coffee was good, but could have been a little hotter. Customer service was wonderful. I would highly recommend you stop in for a cup of coffee or cinnamon roll.

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    Toniya D.

    Every time I come here things are changing LOL not in a bad way though but just so you guys know never expect the same decor or menu at this point but I like change, came today and they have a variety of lemonades and iced teas even some seasonal coffees for the fall already. I got a large strawberry lemonade came out to $9

    Large pumpkin chai
    Lauren S.

    I snuck into this spot just before closing last Tuesday and fell in love! The space is cute and they have an expansive menu with plenty of specialty drinks and a bakery attached next door. I ordered the pumpkin chai latte and the barista made it special for me, asking if I preferred it on the sweeter or spicier side (which was not necessary but very kind) and it was delicious! The barista working was so lovely to chat with too! Will definitely be back.

    Mai Z.

    Love getting my coffee here and trying out their summer drinks In the afternoon. Always Excellent service, always tidy !!q

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    Delicious the morning side sandwich is delicious! Will definitely order again. Also the spiced mocha

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    The coffee was delightful. Loved the southern cold brew! Amazing bakery next door. Highly recommend to any visitors.

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    Best iced coffee I've had in a long time. Didn't try the baked good but they looked great. Lovely staff.

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    Lucille’s Coffee and Cocktails

    Lucille’s Coffee and Cocktails

    4.3(131 reviews)
    1.3 miHarlem
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    Whenever I'm in Harlem, I find my way to Lucille's. At this point, I barely look at the menu…read morebecause my order is set: the kale salad with grilled chicken, one guava waffle with guava rum butter, and a brown sugar latte. Yes, a kale salad and a guava waffle. Stay with me. The salad is fresh, savory, and hearty, especially with the grilled chicken. Then comes the waffle--warm, slightly sweet, and topped with guava rum butter that melts into every little pocket. Oh my goodness. Taking a bite of the savory chicken and kale, followed by that soft guava waffle, gives me the perfect sweet-and-savory meal. It should not work as beautifully as it does, but it absolutely does. And the brown sugar latte? Always. It's smooth, comforting, and sweet without tasting like someone poured syrup into a cup and called it coffee. The space has the easy, unhurried feeling of a neighborhood coffee shop, but the menu is giving a real brunch experience. It's cozy and beautifully lit during the day--the kind of place where you can settle in and enjoy yourself without feeling rushed. The service matches that energy. Everyone is attentive, kind, and genuinely knows the menu. They always greet you with a smile and give you exactly the right amount of small talk: enough to make you feel welcomed, never so much that it interrupts your peace. The atmosphere, the people, and that guava rum butter keeps me coming back.

    STOP LOOKING. ORDER FROM LUCILLE'S RIGHT NOW…read more The pizza is truly remarkable. The crust is perfectly crispy with a fluffy center. The toppings and combos are delicious. Make your own if you're not feeling theirs. It's worth it. Also writing this review because they are just quality people. I ordered a vegan pizza with some toppings but wanted pepperoni and that wasn't an option. I made a note asking if a substitution was possible, knowing it likely wasn't because of a price difference. I'm not vegan, but I needed a dairy-free alternative since I am breastfeeding a baby with a cow milk protein intolerance. The LOADED up my pizza. Truly stand-up humans. Thanks, Lucille's, if you're reading this: you made my night!

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    PROOF Coffee Roasters - Outside

    PROOF Coffee Roasters

    3.9(140 reviews)
    0.6 miHarlem
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    Naadirah!! Naadirah!! The service here is absolutely amazing! I came to Proof to pick up a…read moreTooGoodTooGo bag, and as always, their pastries were on point. While I was there, I accidentally spilled my bland Dunkin' Donuts cold brew on the floor. I felt terrible, but Naadirah was so reassuring and kind. She told me not to worry about it and handled the situation with such a chill and positive attitude; it truly made my day! I also tried their vanilla iced latte, and it was smooth, not overly sweet, and made with a delicious mix of oat milk and macadamia nut milk. The place is small but has chill vibes. I've seen some of the other reviews, and while I haven't been to the cafe in the morning, I've always come in the afternoon. Even a few weeks ago, when I picked up a TooGoodTooGo bag, the barista was pleasant. Yes, I'll definitely be back!

    They get 0 stars . They were SHUT DOWN and officially closed by the Department of health for the…read moremost disgusting violations racking up an astonishing 120 points. What the hell? Take a look at the violations below that I took from the website. 1) Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. 2) Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations. 3) Food preparation area, food storage area, or other area used by employees or patrons, contaminated by sewage or liquid waste. 4) Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment's food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies. 5) Live animal other than fish in tank or service animal present in facility's food or non-food area. 6) Sewage disposal system is not provided, improper, inadequate or unapproved. 7) Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer's refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor. 8) Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. 9) Garbage receptacle not pest or water resistant, with tight-fitting lids, and covered except while in active use. Garbage receptacle and cover not cleaned after emptying and prior to reuse. Garbage, refuse and other solid and liquid waste not collected, stored, removed and disposed of so as to prevent a nuisance. ARE YOU KIDDING ME?? I don't care if they NEVER open again I will never and I mean NEVERRRRRR ,,,step FOOT in that disgusting establishment again. I know damn well the employees knew how disgusting that place was and yet they served us every day with a smile on their face. I am pissed. and to think I left a tip with every cup I bought.

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    Rimar Gourmet Deli - Rimar Deli

    Rimar Gourmet Deli

    3.0(2 reviews)
    0.7 miHarlem

    Theres a lot of "Eek! Methinks not" here. It was one of…read morethose mornings in the city where I had to be in my car for an hour and a half until the alternate side parking hours passed. I ended up starving and looking for a place in the neighborhood for a breakfast sandwich. Rimar looked good from the outside, there were a bunch of banners announcing them as a "brand new" business having a "grand opening". Once inside, I realized that was probably not true. Looking around, I didn't see any coffee nor was there any kind of posted menu indicating the possibility of breakfast sandwiches. The man behind the counter was friendly enough though, and took my order for 2 bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches on a roll. He also indicated that he DID have coffee. Great! While I was waiting in the store for 15 minutes for my order. I noticed a woman (maybe another owner) casing the place down and staring at everyone who entered. I noticed that the rest of the store sold only a bleak selection of junk food. There was nothing interesting on the shelves! I noticed a man and woman come in, have an entirely transactional conversation and then leave, buying nothing. I noticed two separate hipsters walk in, look around and then walk out. I waited and waited. Finally, my order was ready. Without any register or paper calculations, the man told me my order was $10 exactly. Not feeling too good about that. The coffee was super hot and actually ok, I think he brewed a fresh pot on my request (thank you for that). The breakfast sandwiches were pretty awful. Greasy eggs, strangely chopped and super greasy bacon, you get the picture. I think Rimar could really do much better. They are in a great location without a lot of direct competition, in a neighborhood, that I am certain, would support a nicer deli with expanded options.

    Into this place. Nice people, solid pizza and really really good prices. Awesome deli too! This is…read morea great addition to the neighborhood. New Yorkers know there is a wide range in bodega quality and this is one of the best. Edit: This has become a regular sandwich spot for me. These guys make a premium sandwich.

    I Like It Black - coffee - Updated September 2026

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