One of the biggest attractions to New York City is the diversity in culture. Throughout New York City there are a myriad of different customs, practices and traditions that means a wide range of choice for visitors and residents alike. When deciding where to dine, you can look toward Harlem for authentic soul food.
Sylvia's Restaurant
Sylvia's Restaurant opened in 1962. Sylvia Woods, a transplanted South Carolinian, moved to New York City in the 1940s and eventually opened Sylvia's Restaurant.
The restaurant features many of Sylvia's original recipes which are available on the restaurant website, as well as details for Sylvia's catering services.
Sylvias Restaurant
328 Lenox Ave.
New York, NY 10027
(212) 996-0660
silviasrestaurant.com
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is one of three dinosaur Bar-B-Que restaurants in New York State. This self described "honky-tonk rib joint" is located under the Riverside Drive Bridge in the heart of Harlem.
Opened in 2004, the dinosaur Bar-B-Que offers a theme restaurant atmosphere while keeping a local flavor. Catering services are available.
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
646 W. 131st St.
New York, NY 10027
(212) 694-1777
dinosaurbarbque.com
Amy Ruth's Restaurant
Amy Ruth's Restaurant was founded in 1998 by Carl Redding and named for his grandmother, Amy Ruth. The restaurant offers a full menu of authentic soul food, catering services and operating hours of 22 hours a day on the weekends.
Amy Ruth's Restaurant
113 W. 116th St.
New York, NY 10026
(212) 280-8779
amyruthsharlem.com
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