Harlem Renaissance is always a vibe…read more The atmosphere is just right every time, and the service is consistently amazing. My go-to is the branzino with a side of jollof rice and sweet plantains... it never misses. The Afro beats are always on point and really set the tone. I've also gone for brunch and it's pure vibes. Good food, great energy, and the DJ on deck brings it all together. Definitely one of my favorite spots.

I stopped into this restaurant for lunch. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I walked…read moreinto a cozy small restaurant. I sat and ordered: Grilled Octopus Lobster Mac and Cheese Short Rib & Mashed potatoes Pan Seared Flounder and Jollof Rice Cheesecake The food was good with the short ribs being my favorite! A good time all in all!

Trufa is one of those cool confident laid back spots that somehow runs like a tiny culinary command…read morecenter. The place is small but not cramped and they use every inch wisely. Inside is my preferred move since the outside area is high traffic but you will always find a few brave souls happily dining at the two or three outdoor tables no matter the weather. The kitchen sits right in the middle of the action and the team works like a calm SWAT unit trained in gourmet precision. You order your food and it comes out in perfect time and the wild part is everything here tastes good. Truly everything. Most dishes run around sixteen to twenty dollars, unless you feel like leveling up to their specials which are worth every penny. I have had the meatball sandwich, the Truffle Burger with Swiss cheese and French fries Provencal plus other burgers like the Hamilton and California. All excellent. The pasta too. This is the kind of place where you leave full and happy for the rest of the day. Friendly staff, great energy, consistent quality and zero misses. Easily five stars. Cheers.

Lovely and cozy Italian restaurant. It feels like a hole-in the wall, there is very limited seating…read moreand it's very casual inside. The staff are extremely friendly, and service was fast. I loved the orecchiette pasta I had, it was hearty and a good portion size. The caprese salad was delicious as well! The prices are great here, I definitely recommend a try!

Amazing food selections, excellent customer service, great vibe amongst staff and customers…read more The ambiance is comfortable and inviting. The owners are amazing. Great for date night, family or girls/boyz night out.

My boyfriend and I stopped in for a nightcap and a light bite. We had the codfish fritters and the…read moreginger margarita. The fritters were very spicy and tasty. The ginger margarita was too sweet and didn't have enough ginger flavor. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars. We sat at the bar and our bartender was friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. The restaurant itself is so cozy and warm...perfect spot for a date, meeting up with friends or even solo. I'll definitely come back-want to try the brunch.

I met two friends for lunch on Memorial Day. It was my first time dining there. We had a…read morereservation and were seated within minutes. A lovely size restaurant with tables that aren't crowded on top of each other. The waitress was lovely; attentive without being overly so. There was great variety in the menu; we all easily found something delicious to order. I'm a vegetarian and was delighted that I wasn't limited to a pasta dish or salad. There was a fried chicken & biscuit dish that sounded delicious and the staff kindly substituted with plant-based protein for me. Sadly, no one had room for dessert so we'll have to go back to try that! If you're in the neighborhood definitely stop by and if you're not in the neighborhood, hop on the 1 train (145th Street stop), it's definitely worth it.

Great food and atmosphere. I have returned there several times. The waiters are so nice.read more

The food and cocktails are genuinely excellent -- a clear highlight worth noting. However, the…read moreservice has been a consistent disappointment across multiple visits. Waitstaff are frequently inattentive and difficult to flag down, and when they do engage, the experience feels rushed rather than welcoming. What's more, management appears to be part of the problem rather than the solution -- unwelcoming in their demeanor and seemingly indifferent to the overall dining experience. I definitely would not recommend this restaurant to the families with young children.

I had a magnificent experience at Clay. The ambience was intimate, cozy, and classy with low dimmed…read morelights and modern furnishings in a clean neutral palette. It's a perfect date night spot to share deliciousness with a loved one. My friend and I shared three flavorful dishes-- a radicchio salad, the Confit Duck Leg and the Paccheri, a pasta with house- made pork sausage and broccoli rabe. The duck was so tender it fell off the bone. The pasta was intricate and tasted perfect when it was first served then veered a tad salty as it marinated (but still great). The salad was gorgeous on its own but even better accompanied by the mains. The duck was probably my favorite, but every bite complemented the next thing so well, that all of my senses were thoroughly engaged. I truly was having such a deep experience with the food that at one point I asked my friend to stop talking so that I could properly take in all the flavors. Oops. She loved the food too, so thankfully she understood. We topped off the meal with the buñuelos. We liked the sauce, but I'd say it's not memorable. I liked my orange wine, and my friend was indifferent about her drink. It was a pricey dinner but such a worthwhile experience. Can't wait to go back.

Food is amazing. Best ceviche I've had in ages!! Warm cozy atmosphere, and very friendly staff.read more

I'm genuinely upset to not be BOASTING about Cordial. I've been passing this place for months…read morealways too busy to stop in and finally had the opportunity to dine in. Allow me to set the scene. I had a great dinner with a friend on a Saturday night near by and decided to finally pop into Cordial to see what they had for dessert. We were so excited to see chocolate fondue with seasonal fruits and a red wine poached pear dish. We ordered both and admired the cozy, warmly lit space. The chocolate fondue was great and the poached pear was okay, we ended up sending it back because it wasn't what we expected, no biggie tho shit happens. Upon looking around that's when we noticed one of the chefs making a disgusting mistake. He was wearing the same gloves he used to wash dirty dishes to prepare foods we and the entire restaurant ate. Not only that but he was also eating the fruits he cut with those same gloves! Did I eat the germs off someone else's plate while he was washing the dishes? Probably! It's really a shame and a disgrace to this beautiful restaurant. To top it all off the server was also taking shots on the job and seemed to get more hammered with each shot. I wish I could say I was being dramatic but I'm not. I will not be returning to cordial and this review is your red flag!! Proceed with caution and be safe!

I realized the other day I was long overdue to acknowledge my adoration for one of the five…read moreboroughs' best restaurants - FIELDTRIP (original and premiere location in Harlem) - so a friend and I had lunch here on 4/25/26. Read on if you desire genuine knowledge and only dine out with intention. First, and most importantly, shouts to Myles and the team working this day. The salmon in my Jerk Salmon Bowl and my friend's Atlantic Salmon Bowl was flaky, tender, juicy, and perfect. The rices (white with Jerk, black forbidden with Atlantic) confirmed and celebrated what Chef JJ Johnson wrote in his must-have book The History of Rice. This is to say there is no rice like FIELDTRIP rice: soft, sturdy, sweet, savory, herby, attaches to sauce and protein and vegetables when you want it to, remains on its own when you simply want to enjoy it by itself. The plantains and greens that accompany are ridonkulous icing on the salmon sundae. If you aren't a fan of Brussels sprouts, you likely have good reasons. And, you owe it to yourself to order Crispy Brussels. Besides being cooked so they are toothsome, textured, and still sweet, they're quartered or sixthed, which makes them easier to enjoy and perfect carriers for the crispy bits that top them. I love oxtail. To enjoy this rarely served beef element in a perfectly wrapped and fried egg roll added to my adoration. After bite one, I literally unwrapped my half to see how the shredded meat was coexisting. No saucing was necessary, though the Avocado Cilantro and New Jack Sticky BBQ (both of which were enjoyed by me via spoon) would have enhanced the roll most righteously. Lastly, when you dine in or take away from FIELDTRIP, you need Nana's Bread. It is what you might enjoy if a freshly made flour tortilla, naan, pita, and focaccia met, joined, and were put through a presser. I would dip and dredge Nana's Bread in everything. Your next meal needs to come from FIELDTRIP. Period.

Can't believe I haven't been here! A better version of chipotle or cava. They have many bowl…read moreoptions or you can make your own. Big space with lots of seating and the music was good too. Service was quick and friendly friendly. I had the mambo roast chicken bowl, good portion but the Brussels sprouts were a little on the salty side. The plantains were perfect.

I came here after a show at columbias theater and was really half I did!…read more Food: this is a diner that has several options and a bar. We were craving some breakfast food and got the French toast and fries! Both were solid, and they offered huge portions! Ambience: there is a really fun vibe! The bar makes it a bit more trendy compared to most diners. Service: good attentive service, where I didn't feel rushed! Price: reasonably priced!

We came here on a rainy day for lunch, and was immediately seated. This diner has a comfortable…read morevibe, with lots of TVs showing game shows, and they even decorated for Halloween! We placed our order, but it did take a fairly long time before the food came out---longer than normal. Regardless, every item on the menu was alright. I got the Cuban, and it was fine. A little too heavy for my tasting. Regardless, we had a fine time here and I'm glad we came!