I cannot recommend Maison Harlem more for your next happy hour or date night. They get 5 stars from me all day everyday. Wonderful live music, great staff and nice ambience with genial good vibes surround you when you walk in! In addition to the large wine list and great drinks Maison Harlem has a pretty extensive menu . Our favorites so far have been the demi poulet, risotto, their SOUPS oh my YUM - we *always* ask for the soup of the day in winter - so delicious everytime! They have fresh herbs outside that they clearly use to season every dish! If you're just coming for happy hour , I recommend the house red w their petit risotto or moules frites - heck even the chicken nuggets are great!! Lastly, don't skip on dessert- they have a super tasty chocolate mousse served w fresh basil and strawberry. Also like their creme brûlée a lot!!!! read more

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A lovely cozy place. We went for dinner. The service was good. The bathrooms were clean. The food also taste good. Perfect for date night. Posted a video about this place on my tik tok & IG: @jessiica0204 read more

Maison Harlem - Restaurant - French Near Me - New York, New York

this is the spot!!!!!! party brunch!!! soooo much fun the food is delicious, service matched prices

Had the escargots. Delicious! Service was excellent. Max was very helpful in the food selection. Burger was tasty and came medium rare like I like it. I would highly recommend this place. read more

Excellent! I randomly stumbled across this place looking for food after leaving the braid shop. I had a lovely glass of red wine. The crab +shrimp cake, marinated olives , and salmon with ratatouille. Everything was top tier . The whole place is a little vibe. Great music, great food, great atmosphere. I'm leaving with no complaints. My waitress Miranda was amazing and had great recommendations. Overall I give this place a 9/10. Would definitely come again! read more

Excellent food service and atmosphere. This restaurant is very consistent. French fries are my favorite!

I was expecting a formal ambiance, but this restaurant had very casual, welcoming vibes. We weren't able to make reservations but they were easily able to accommodate our party of 5. The cocktails were great. I had the spicy margarita and loved it. It had a very strong kick, flavorful salt on the rim, and was not too sweet. My friends enjoyed the espresso martini as well. The white lotus was a bit polarizing. The cranberry juice was an odd pairing with mezcal so it personally wasn't my favorite drink. I was super excited to try the tagliatelle. Since I'm vegetarian I asked for it without meat, however it arrived chock full of bacon. They prepared a new version but instead of simply making the dish without bacon, they served something completely different which I wouldn't have ordered. Instead of a white cream sauce, it had marinara. They removed the raw egg and added a ton of grilled vegetables. Most of the veggies were well-seasoned but the brussel sprouts were boiled and didn't have great texture. I totally understand if they can't remove ingredients but they should be transparent about it instead of sending out a random dish. My friends enjoyed the couscous, particularly the homemade hot sauce that was paired with it. Even though I had a bad experience, the restaurant seems to have a good menu so it's worth a visit. read more

My boyfriend and I pass by this restaurant a lot and decided to give it a try for Saturday night dinner. We aren't comfortable indoor dining yet so we were pleased by the various outdoor seating arrangements! We stated off with a French onion soup and I ordered a glass of wine. They ran out of the wine I initially asked for so the waiter had me sample another red before making another selection! The French onion soup was yummy and cheesy. For dinner I ordered the coq au vain which was very rich and delicious! I love being able to sop up come of the sauce with my noodles and occasionally biting into pieces of smoked meat used to flavor the sauce. My boyfriend had the seafood risotto which he LOVED! He was very impressed by the seafood to risotto ratio. Overall, we were both very impressed with the portion size, flavors, and courteous staff. We'll be returning! read more

Maison Harlem - Seafood risotto and Classic Coq Au Vin - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Ambience was okay. Annoying people on the outside. Ordered the burger . It was literally raw on the inside. Waited an hour to remake and still was okay at best. Would not recommend. They charge 2.50 to add cheese, 2.50 to add bacon and 2.50 to add onions. $80 for 2 burgers and a cup of coffee. Food is overrated and over priced read more

We came in for a late brunch last weekend. Pretty cozy atmosphere with outside seating. It was pretty loud. Food was good but nothing really stood out or wowed us. Just an ordinary brunch menu really. I had the quiche and my gf had the eggs florentine. We also got the fruit salad to start. I think certain things seemed overpriced. But overall it was good so can't complain. I'm going to try their dinner menu and maybe I'll up a star but it's a solid 3-3.5 for now. read more

This is my first time trying Duarade Sauce Vierge, recommended by my server Arthur, who made this dining experience absolutely delightful. Service is excellent. Maison Harlem is an unpretentious restaurant and has been one of my favorite local restaurants and will continue to support them. Friendly staff and great service! read more

Maison Harlem - Duarade Sauce Vierge, recommended by my server Arthur, who made this dining experience a total delight! - French Near Me - New York, New York

Waited literally an hour for food (party of 2). Service was generally poor - though staff was nice. Am not sure if it was an off day/short staffed, etc. But after waiting an hour and no one checking in, letting us know - it's hard to leave satisfied. Like, if food is taking a long time, at least make sure our waters and drinks are refilled - or just acknowledge it. I generally have a tolerance for this, as I used to work in the food industry, but this just felt ridiculous. Inside is cute (small, but cute) and a nice atmosphere. Food was ok. I overall didn't leave super excited about this place. Other than the fact it's cute and well decorated, if the service is bad, food takes forever and it's just ok when it comes - doesn't really make me want to come back. read more

Took me a moment to get to writing this review but honestly the more time I've had to think about it, the more I realized just how much I loved this little spot. Although I was only here for Happy Hour with Kendall and Heli (Fort Worth/Dallas CMs) to kick off our little getaway, this was the best way to pop off our NYC stay. This bar has so much character and swag and it's a genuine neighborhood spot. We didn't even check them out on Yelp and just felt invited by the corner space. (Lucky for us it's 4.5 stars on Yelp so hell yea!) We were able to snag some seats at the bar and were welcomed immediately. I don't remember the exact pricing but all I know is how much of a balller I felt like because I kept ordering drinks like nothing. Obviously I thought the price was great for multiple glasses of rosé. Their HH menu includes food and drinks and Kendall opted for a mushroom risotto and I chose a sausage platter. The small plates were about $8 and honestly they could charge a few bucks more and I'd still be ok with it. Really wish I remembered the different type of sausages, but I do remember they were unique and tasty. What I'll treasure most is the new memories, friends, and the many laughs we had at this bar. Honestly the ambiance had a lot to do with it! Hopefully I'll have the chance to come back the next time I'm in the area. PS- it's super close to a subway stop read more

Maison Harlem - Cute bar! - French Near Me - New York, New York

This was my first trip to Maison Harlem for breakfast/ brunch. I have dined here several times since moving to NYC in 2005, even "dined" at the bar a few times. II ended up here today (at 2:30 p.m.) "accidentally." I made the reservation with thoughts of my favorites: escargot, duck, cauliflower au gratin, and of course, lava cake. Let me start at the end. The manager, a most gracious woman with a tender broad smile picked up my check for a rather minor issue with service. The Christmas music was popular tunes and the volume perfect for enjoyment and conversation. The speed of both being seated (I did have a reservation) and the speed of the food arrival were impressive as always. Realizing I had booked too early for dinner, I settled on a ham, Swiss cheese, and mushroom omelette. It was unremarkably and not hot off the grill but tasty enough and the proportion was spot on. The cauliflower au gratin was very tasty and not overly salty as is the case in many restaurants "experimenting" with potato conversion dishes. The lava cake was as I remembered excellent, savory, soft cake, warm chocolate with just enough sweetness. Needless to say, I'll be back for my escargot and duck. read more

Maison Harlem - French Near Me - New York, New York

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The food and service was very good. I had a salad and the pork chop entree with white wine. The layout affords easy attention. The food was memorable and my brother enjoyed his salad and chicken dish. We both topped off the meal with the lemon tart which was the right touch. Maison Harlem sits on a corner location with a lot of reflective materials, so expect to say " what did you say " a bit. As a result, people tend to talk louder than I preferred. All in all, that was the only hiccup, so I definitely will return! read more

The food was underwhelming, service left much to be desired, the atmosphere was better than both. Upon entering we were barely greeted coldly, were not told about any specials-felt very unwelcoming in contrast to other guests who were. Being a Harlem resident and my fiancé being from Harlem, it was such a disappointment -we were looking for a local spot that would give us a little nostalgia from our travels to Paris. Onward... read more

After a bit of shopping with a friend we decided on Maison Harlem for a quick bite and some drinks. The service was unmatched, knowledgeable, and kind. No complaints. The ambiance was relaxed and breezy. The drinks...ummmm, to be honest, I didn't like the 2 I had. The saffron spritz was ok enough, however the bon voyage wasn't appealing to me at all. At least it photographs nicely. The fresh fruit salad was just right. I'm going to give Maison Harlem another go simply because of the staff. read more

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Wow. What a disappointment on so many levels. On paper, Maison Harlem should have been a treasure find. It's not your typical dining spot for the neighborhood. It boasts an enticing array of French offerings from escargot to duck confeit. And it's delightfully designed to give the odd, eclectic New York feel. But, sadly these were just an illusion for what can only be described as bad all around from the service to the food. We almost went two weeks ago before a sold out concert at the Apollo. Thank God we didn't. That would have ruined a great date night. Today, we decided to give it a go while we were out and about. Jayson loves Coq au Vin. It's always a treat when we find a French restaurant that serves it. Little did we know this place was more faux-French. The Coq au Vin was like eating said mixed in sewer water with some noodles on top. We ended up sending it back. I had a burger with Roquefort. Eh. The shoe string fries were cold and soggy. The service wasn't atrocious. It was okay. He just didn't seem to care much. And we could have done without watch him eat while he crossed the dining room. AND I could also have done without having the manager and another employee stand outside the bathroom loudly talking in French pretty much above our table while we tried to enjoy a nice relaxing dinner together. The place was practically empty. They could have moved anywhere except standing above our head. This place had so much potential to be great, even good, even moderately ok. But it misses the mark on every level. read more

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Seemed to be a great neighborhood spot. Cool and relaxed vibe. Friendly and knowledgeable service. Fun crowd with great DJ. We had the octopus salad special, cous cous royale and lamb ... excellent. read more

There isn't enough I can say about this place. Wonderful ambience. Food is absolutely delicious. Get the mussels! The branzino is also delicious. They also have an interesting selection of wines. Service is great too. We have been 4 times and it's always on point. Go! You won't be disappointed. read more

What a great place! We started with mussels mariniere, and I wanted to drink all the broth after the mussels were gone. Then the endive & Roquefort salad, where the bitterness of the endive was nicely complemented by sweet grapes and cherry tomatoes. We shared the couscous royale, and it was plenty for two people. The waiter was very cordial and efficient, and there was a general pleasant ambiance in the place. I want to come back and try a few more things on the menu. read more

Bonjour. There are other "French" restaurants in this city but none compare to Maison Harlem for the authenticity of the food, the Parisian neighborhood atmosphere and the happy service - plus occasional live music! And so conveniently located across the street from the ACD 125th St. subway stop too! All the duck dishes, the onion soup, the cassoulet are wonderful. We live in Chelsea with a couple French restaurants nearby. Thye pale by comparison so teh #1 to 59th St, to the A takes under 1/2 hour. Well worth it. read more

Authentic French cuisine. Very cool environment, cool decor (inside seating is pretty noisy). A little on the pricier side but everything was very tasty. Great place to meet up for some drinks or a late dinner! read more

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Thanksgiving at a local bistro was the best idea! It was easy to get a reservation at the time we wanted. I love Maison Harlem and lucky to live here but it should be a destination spot if you're looking for a cool place with a laid back vibe with good food. I have always hesitated holiday meals at restaurants because of reservation rushes and a fear of overpriced holiday prix fixes. Theirs was reasonable at $65 and you can't beat the cool music and clientele that surrounds you in the cozy spot that uses old album covers for menus. No QR codes or pretensions at this little place with a full bar. I have been here for brunch and dinner and I have never been rushed and tonight was no exception. The dinner was spot-on traditional with roasted turkey, homemade cranberry sauce, string beans, mashed potatoes and stuffing. We started with a dairy free pumpkin bisque with truffle oil and ended with a simple pumpkin pie. No, it was not too much pumpkin even for this pumpkin hater. I am glad they didn't do the pumpkin spice thing. The spinach salad was one of the best I've ever had. I hope I can return soon for brunch or lunch because that's when they excel in a menu which will make you make a regular trip whether you live in the neighborhood or have to travel a bit as it's all worth it!! It's off the beaten track on St. Nicholas and 127th but that's the charm to find a gem to call your spot! read more

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I enjoy coming to Maison Harlem often, specifically for their Truffle Mac and Cheese. It comes straight out of the oven with a crispy, cheesy top that is extremely tasty. I often will get the burger here as well which is delicious. The drinks are pretty standard but good. The restaurant has a bar area in the front where they have happy hour for drinks and their happy hour food menu. They also have seated dining in the back where they do not offer their happy hour menu, but they offer their full menu and are seated at a full table. They have tables outside that are in a covered space near the sidewalk. The inside looks like a pretty standard bar and there is not much special decor inside which is not a problem, but I would not come here looking for instagram-worthy photos. The service is typically pretty good, but when it does get busy, they will get to the point and skip on some of the pleasantries. I would recommend this restaurant solely on the Truffle Mac alone, but there are some other great dishes on the menu and should you should definitely stop by for lunch if you are in Harlem. read more

the food here was DELICIOUS. I had something very un-French (french toast) simply because i was craving both salty and sweet. the vibe is very cute, never been to France but it seemed pretty darn authentic (was genuinely shocked that the staff was French/spoke French to each other when communicating), as I feel french people are few and far between in NYC. i won't lie, i'm deducting a star because of the wait of our food and service. we sat down for an entire hour before we were even brought our drinks (2 cappuccinos) which were ordered 20 min prior, and the entire meal process (seating, ordering, getting food, eating) was 3 hours. That said, that was hands down the BEST cappuccino I have ever tasted in my entire life and i would come back just for that. read more

Love love this place! I visited yesterday after almost a year after covid19 and it was just as delicious. This French restaurant is so homey. My boyfriend and I sat outside and enjoyed the weather with a refreshing frosè. We got Calamari for appetizer, it was so good that we forgot to snap a picture. The complementary bread is to die for. So crunchy and delicious. I truly recommend to those who like to explore the NYC styles. read more

Maison Harlem - Frosè - delicious and so refreshing on a hot day like it was yesterday. - French Near Me - New York, New York

I couldn't get any photos but first things first kudos to our amazing server who took care of us for brunch on a Saturday morning! I've been coordinating Saturday morning runs for a few ladies and myself and we decided to meet here before our run. The server who was setting up told us to come back for brunch and he would give sus 10% off our bill. We came back but by the time we got there the restaurant was full in and out. The server remembered us and in 10 minutes fixed us up a seat which I found super impressive with how busy he was. He took care of us right away and made sure we were well attended the whole time. I had the white sangria and the eggs Benedict. The food was beyond amazing but this review is mostly for our server who was amazing. I can't remember his name but he was amazing. Thank you for your hospitality and we definitely will be back soon! read more

The atmosphere was so chill and a Jazzy. The waiters made this experience so easy and homey spoke French and English, cleaned quick and brought food quick. I would recommend you try the menu but Daurade sauce vierge is a must try first, I don't like fish with bone in so this is my go too. read more

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Great Food and atmosphere bar tender well knowledgeable about all items, look forward to returning when I get back in Harlem read more

Maison Harlem - Fish special was awesome - French Near Me - New York, New York

My family and I searched for a spot nearby and came across Maison Harlem. Rez was a wonder host and he took our reservation on a busy Friday night. We sat outside and had the couscous royale, lamb burger and truffle mac and cheese. We enjoyed the food and service and left full! We ordered the coo au vin to go and my brother devoured it. We hope to return again read more

Maison Harlem - Lamb burger w/salad&fries, truffle mac&cheese, cous cous royale and a side of fries - French Near Me - New York, New York

Excellent ambiance and food! The seafood dish with saffron was really great! The wine is fantastic and the mixed drinks can't be beat! read more

Maison Harlem - Seafood Pasta - French Near Me - New York, New York

Possibly the best grilled salmon I've ever had! Served on a bed of ratatouille, this dish was brilliantly done with unique flavors. Even on a busy evening with every table full in a tight space, the ambiance was still pleasant. Attentive servers, and I appreciated the coat racks near our table. read more

Maison Harlem - Grilled Salmon - French Near Me - New York, New York

Met a friend for dinner. Food was good enough. I had the onion soup and it was tasty. Also had a salad with fresh ingredients and nice dressing. French fries were good, but not really crispy. Service was good. read more

It was my first time at Maison. The waitress was very nice and I thought attentive due to being what seemed the only waitress in a very busy place. I had the Mussels and It was warm. Could have been a Bit warmer but they were very tasty. The cocktails were on point. I would go back to have more cocktails and try another item on the menu. Oh yeah, nice vibe. Very relaxed. read more

Left my phone at nearby bar so I guess I'm treating for dinner Lolol. Found this place through yelp as the closest to my last brunch spot. Didn't realize I've been here for drinks before and they jave a whole back seating area and outdoor side seating. Any French spot I hit we're getting the escargot PERIOD!! I give there 4/5. I woman they doubled up on cargot per circle sip. But... supper tasty/flavorful, served at its perfect hotness. Spicy lamb burger not spicy but flavors were Definitely delicious!!! Service on point and attentive Drinks special and delicious See u soon!!!! read more

I've been to this restaurant at least a half-dozen times since before the pandemic. It's cozy and charming and they have a typical French bistro menu with some North African twists. The staff are great, very professional and attentive. We always have a nice time here. read more

Amazing Cuisine and atmosphere. I've been going here for many years and their menu is superb.

I only ever came here for the truffle mac and cheese. Worth the $20. Deelish. I did not sit in the restaurant, but the takeout service was fast and super friendly. Loved the decor of the place as well. read more

Extremely slow service and long wait for food to arrive. Soggy fries, tasteless entrees, mediocre cocktails. Not worth it.