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!

Wonderful food and service! Perfect vibe and atmosphere…read more Try their delicious pastries!

This small Colombian café was amazing!! From the food to the service to the ambiance, everything…read moreexceeded my expectations, so you won't be disappointed. this place felt like a true hidden gem in Washington Heights. The coffee is rich, flavorful, and extremely high quality. The food was just as impressive, from breakfast dishes to pastries and other delicious snacks on the menu. If you're a local or visiting and thinking about trying this spot, don't hesitate!

Authentic and delicious Mexican cuisine. Perfect place for breakfast and lunch with a patio…read morespecially during Covid19. The food was delicious and fresh, their cucumber and spinach lemonade was bomb and so was horchata. The best, owner and employees were super nice and welcoming, humble and hard working people and love what they do and care for the customers. Support and enjoy their delicious food. Must go

I recently visited this establishment. Although it's nice and the food isn't bad quality I'm giving…read moreit a 1 star because they did not listen to my directions and gave me the wrong food multiple times.

This is the perfect breakfast place in upper Manhattan! I was quite pleased with my visit. The…read moreprices were very affordable, especially for NYC. There is ample seating if you are dining in. You can also order at the counter for coffee and pastries if you are on the go. The staff was very kind and helpful. My chai latte was one of the better ones I've had in the city. There are food options for everyone! The neighborhood is beautiful, with lots of shops to peruse after your meal. This was a 10/10 spot for me.

Stopped by in the morning a few times (around opening) and they have amazing baked goods,…read moreespecially scones! Sweet or savory, everything is fresh and delicious. Good fresh coffee too with plenty of variety. Polite staff, large sitting area, casual vibe. Next time I'll stay for a meal. Great local bakery spot.

The food that I ordered was meh. I did love the service and vibes but I could live another day if I…read morenever went back here.

This restaurants takeout order on Uber Eats caught my eye because I was in the mood for Chicken…read moreRasta Pasta. The delivery time was reasonable no complaints. When I opened my bag, I fell in love with the appearance and aroma, then I stirred it a bit, tasted the Chicken Rasta Pasta and it was delicious. It was seasoned well, sauce was creamy , pasta was perfectly cooked and the chicken was tender. The portion was generous but I wasn't sharing because it was really good. Compliments to the chef. It's hard to find good Rasta Pasta. I would recommend this place and plan to try the other menu selections. Prices are reasonable too. Jah Bless.

Small but deceivingly filling sandwiches. The combinations are creative and different than other…read moreneighborhood offerings. I've been here twice. First time I ordered the bulgogi sandwich, and most recently I ordered the lox. I remembered from the first time that I thought the sandwich was too saucy, so I asked them to go light this time (which they did). I liked that better. While I can't say the sandwiches are my favorite (I can't quite put my finger on it!), I would visit again because my matcha was incredible. I like the space and the ambiance. Seems great to do work or catch up with a friend. Service is quick despite it being busy.

Such a quaint little cafe with great sandwiches! I ordered a cappuchino, the Semicolon Original…read moresandwich (SOS), and the bulgogi sandwich to-go. The coffee was solid and both sandwiches were delicious. I had stopped here for breakfast before heading to the airport and saved the bulgogi sandwich for later. Even after sitting for a couple hours and getting a little soggy, the sandwich was still really tasty, which honestly says a lot. All in all, a perfect little breakfast spot!

I was deceived at first. I saw the pics of the moody interior online, but that's not what you see…read morewhen you first walk up. The drinks were great, reasonably priced and the pastries were pretty good too. The space was fantastic.

Came here at 4pm on a weekday, no problem finding a spot…read more Coffee was good as well As the vegan carrot cake. Love the chill, casual, charming vibe of this place. Feels like grandma's living room. Will comeback!

Best coffee in the neighborhood, chill / cozy environment inside and delicious, rich, perfectly…read morebrewed coffee. They also make fantastic seasonal additions to their menu.

Wait a minute... the Strawberry Shortcake Matcha is SO GOOD!!! I would highly recommend if you're…read morein Harlem and need a caffeine kick. It's conveniently located by the red line subway. The Strawberry Shortcake Matcha was incredibly fragrant and earthy. A strong matcha taste AND a natural strawberry puree flavor to balance it all out. Super yum with 2% milk. -1 star because I really did not like the cereal milk cream cheese here... but the housemade bagel was tasty! Just get the regular cream cheese though....