Six Harlem Kitchens for Soul Food and Sancocho

Sylvia's Restaurant

Mon – Tue, Sun, 11:00 – 20:00; Wed – Sat, 11:00 – 22:00

4.3 (9,045)

328 Malcolm X Blvd

A Harlem soul-food institution known for crispy fried chicken and cornbread regulars rave about. It carries a big family table with ease. Open daily from 11:00 AM, to 10:00 PM midweek. Pricing is mid-priced.

Jacob Soul Food Restaurant

Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 22:00

4.4 (3,338)

373 Lenox Avenue

A welcoming Lenox Avenue spot serving a pay-by-the-pound buffet of Southern and Caribbean soul food. It fits a fast, generous plate, roughly 10 to 15 dollars a meal. Open daily, 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Pricing is inexpensive.

El Nuevo Tina Restaurant

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 22:00

4.6 (1,493)

511 W 125th St

For more than 25 years, this family-run Harlem room has drawn crowds with fresh Dominican comfort food. Family combos start around 33 dollars. It suits a hungry group. Open daily, 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Pricing is inexpensive.

Andy's Restaurant

Mon – Sat, 06:00 – 20:00; Sun, 08:00 – 17:00

4.1 (213)

2262 3rd Ave

A casual East Harlem spot where hearty Dominican dishes like mangu share the menu with classic diner breakfasts. It works for an early, filling start. Open from 6:00 AM most days. Pricing is inexpensive.

Corner Lounge Bistro

Tue – Sun, 16:00 – 02:00 (+1)

4.3 (129)

32 East 130th Street

An intimate East Harlem bistro blending Italian and West African flavors alongside live music. It suits a later, unhurried dinner. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 4:00 PM to 2:00 AM. Pricing is mid-priced.

Güira & Tambora Restaurant Bar

Mon – Wed, 08:00 – 22:00; Thu – Sun, 08:00 – 23:00

4.2 (93)

2531 Frederick Douglass Blvd

A Harlem Dominican spot serving classics like mangu and tres golpes with fresh natural juices. It fits an easy breakfast or a casual dinner. Open from 8:00 AM daily, later Thursday through Sunday. Pricing is mid-priced.