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Sylvia's Soul Food
Cuisine: American, Soul Food
Price Range: $$
10Best Says
Sylvia's "World Famous Sunday Gospel Brunch" is a classic experience whether you're a local or a visitor. Don't miss it. Down-home cooking done right and inexpensively, too. Sylvia's has been around... Read More
Sylvia's "World Famous Sunday Gospel Brunch" is a classic experience whether you're a local or a visitor. Don't miss it. Down-home cooking done right and inexpensively, too. Sylvia's has been around since 1962 and has been pleasing the crowds with excellent dishes and providing a warm friendly atmosphere ever since. Former President Bill Clinton and President Barack Obama have dined here (he ordered the fried chicken and cornbread) as have Nelson Mandela and Magic Johnson. Sunday brunch is like a rare gem filled with heavenly songs and praise with a gospel choir. You may join in or sit back and relax while eating brunch and listening to classics while you dine on your waffle with fried or smothered chicken – still for under $20.
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Address:
328 Malcolm X Blvd.
New York, NY 10027
212-996-0660
Hours:
- Mon-Tue: 11am-10:30pm
- Wed-Sat: 8am-10:30pm
- Sun: 11am-8pm
Website:
sylviasrestaurant.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Maria Lisella
New York Local Expert
- Harlem's Best Restaurants: "Soul senior Tuesdays; Wine-Up Wednesdays paired with live music; Karaoke meets Open Mic on Thursdays; Harlem Happy Hour daily 5-7PM. Sunday Gospel Breakfast, a must!"
- Best for Harlem's Best Restaurants Because: Founded by Sylvia Woods, the Queen of soul food back in 1962, this Harlem landmark is world famous and deservedly so.