All the Notable New Restaurants and Bars That Have Opened in Harlem and Beyond (Plus Some Closures)
- May 27
- 5 min read
Updated: May 28
Looking to catch up on the latest restaurants, bars, and coffee shops in Harlem, Washington Heights, and beyond?
Here's a running list, from a new coffee bar on Malcolm X Boulevard to the return of a beloved Japanese restaurant in Hamilton Heights.
New: Going forward, notable closures will be included.
May
Central Harlem 151 Malcolm X Blvd between W 117th and W 118th Sts
Created with "genuine human connection" in mind, this community-focused coffee bar opened over the weekend in the old Le Petit Parisien space. Grab a coffee and a slice of the matcha banana bread and head to the relaxed seating area in the back.
West Harlem 1732 Amsterdam Ave between W 145th and W 146th Sts
Unable to renegotiate the lease at its former location on 146th Street, this Japanese comfort food spot (think onigiri and gyoza) was forced to close in May of 2025. Now, after finding a new space just around the corner, the beloved neighborhood spot is back.
West Harlem 3360 Broadway at W 136th St
The focus at this modern bowl spot are healthy, Asian-inspired meals like the PB Muscle Up Bowl (inspired by Thai chicken satay) and the Savie Glow Bowl (inspired by Korean bibimbap).
Closed: Bo's Bagels, 3750 Broadway between W 155th and W 156th Sts
March
Inwood 586 W 207th St between Vermilyea Ave and Broadway
East Harlem's premier taco destination has expanded to Inwood, serving up everything from classic tacos al pastor to the costra, a grilled cheese shell stuffed with your choice of protein.
February
Central Harlem 271 W 119th St between St. Nicholas Ave and Frederick Douglass Blvd
Enjoy pro wrestling-themed coffees, cocktails and burgers while watching WWE on the big screen at this new cafe/restaurant for the wrestling-obsessed.
Central Harlem 2367 Frederick Douglass Blvd between W 127th and W 128th Sts
Billed as Harlem's first tiki bar, this tropical island-themed spot that just replaced Harlem Bar-B-Q includes catfish bites, mango jerk chicken wings and all-day happy hour cocktails like the Mexi Colada.
January
East Harlem 1621 Lexington Ave and E 102nd St
Head up the steep hill on Lexington Ave for this stylish new spot offering ramen, meat and veggie skewers, rice bowls and more.
East Harlem The Africa Center, 1280 Fifth Ave and E 110th St
Co-founded by radio personality Angela Yee, Tony Forte, and LaRon Batchelor, this fair-trade coffee brand (CUP stands for Coffee Uplifts People) and Bed-Stuy cafe has expanded to the ground floor of The Africa Center. It takes over the space that used to be Teranga.
Central Harlem 2190 Frederick Douglass Blvd and W 118th St
This French pastry-shop-meets-Senegalese-fusion-restaurant has moved down the block to the former location of Harlem Burger.
2025
December
East Harlem 349 E 109th St between First and Second Aves
Chef Frances Roman has segued from the Queens Night Market to a stall at La Marqueta to what is now her own place in El Barrio, offering traditional Puerto Rican food with a twist—the "Rican" sandwich is like a Cuban but with Roman's garlic mayo.
Central Harlem Davis Center at the Harlem Meer, Central Park near 110th St and Malcolm X Blvd
Harlem's Settepani is on a tear. The long-standing Italian restaurant, which opened a basement cafe in the new Studio Museum building in November, is now also running the concession stand at the Davis Center. The menu includes hot and cold drinks, pastries, soups, salads and small sandwiches.
Central Harlem 2118 Frederick Douglass Blvd between W 114th and W 115th Sts
This bright new bakery serving breakfast and lunch—there's a spacious seat-yourself area—makes its own croissants and desserts like ube cheesecake, plus sandwiches using its own sourdough bread, soup and even wine.
November
Central Harlem 300 W 135th St between Frederick Douglass Blvd and St. Nicholas Ave
Taking over the old Slutty Vegan space is this casual daytime spot specializing in breakfast tacos and burritos (think eggs, bacon and cheese wrapped in a tortilla), plus chicken caesar wraps, iced matcha lattes and more.
Central Harlem Lower level of The Studio Museum in Harlem, 144 W 125th St between Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd and Lenox Ave
The Studio Museum in Harlem's new building happily includes a cafe on the lower level run by Harlem’s beloved Settepani. Stop by for coffee, baked goods (croissants, scones and more), plus fresh soups, salads, and small sandwiches.
West Harlem 132 Hamilton Pl and 143rd St
This new destination for craft beer, whiskey and arts has taken over the old Hogshead space.
Central Harlem 370 Malcolm X Blvd and W 129th St
Traditional Hawiian poke—raw fish served on rice—is just one of the options at this new corner spot. Think rice bowls topped with grilled salmon, grilled chicken and hanger steak.
October
West Harlem 132 Hamilton Pl and 143rd St
Traditional Colombian pandebono (cheese bread), pastries and much more can be matched with freshly-made coffee at the second location of this plant-filled cafe.
Washington Heights 808 W 187th St between Fort Washington and Pinehurst Aves
This new diner in Hudson Heights has everything from all-day pancakes to "Greek favorites" like moussaka and spinach pie on the menu.
September
East Harlem La Marqueta, 1590 Park Ave and E 115th St
Located within El Barrio's historic La Marqueta, this new stall serves up vegan soul-food dishes like chickpea waffles and voxtail dinner.
August
Central Harlem 317 W 141st St between Frederick Douglass Blvd and Edgecombe Ave
Freshly-made bagels—a rarity in Harlem—are at the heart of this new shop offering a range of cream cheese options as well as all-day breakfast sandwiches (think turkey bacon, egg and cheese).
West Harlem 3604 Broadway between W 148th and W 149th Sts
A bartender at the recently-shuttered Beer Run Harlem has teamed up with his wife to revamp the space with a menu featuring craft beer, natural wine and cocktails.
June
East Harlem 2309 Second Ave between E 118th and E 119th Sts
Bite-size donuts that come in choose-your-own glazes (including caramel, chocolate, and strawberry jam) and toppings (brownie bites, Oreos, Fruity Pebbles and more).
