Harlem's soul food gem. Must-try chicken & waffles, oxtail, & decadent desserts. Authentic Southern comfort food w/ a creative flair.
Melba's in Harlem is a celebrated soul food restaurant offering a taste of authentic Southern classics with a creative twist. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and charismatic owner, Melba Wilson, this establishment provides a comforting and flavorful dining experience. Dishes like fried chicken, eggnog waffles, and innovative black-eyed pea spring rolls showcase the depth and richness of Harlem's culinary culture.
This Harlem-based eatery is renowned for its authentic soul food, with standout dishes like chicken and waffles, fried chicken, and oxtail. Customers also rave about the desserts, especially the carrot cake and pies. The food is described as flavorful, comforting, and satisfying, representing a true taste of Southern cuisine.
"The chicken and waffles are a signature dish, and other highly recommended items include oxtail, fried chicken, and various desserts like carrot cake and pies."
Customers highly recommend this restaurant, particularly for its authentic soul food and friendly service. It's consistently praised as a top choice for Southern classics.
Important Note
While generally highly recommended, one comment implies it could be considered a 'touristy' spot, though this is not a widely held sentiment.
"Compared to Miss Mamie's Spoonbread, Melba's has better portions and service."
Positive"Melba's is suggested as a good option for soul food."
Positive"In addition to the main dishes, Melba's also offers amazing desserts."
Positive"The user is asking for recommendations for the best soul food spots in NYC."
Neutral"This user agrees with the recommendation for Melba's, indicating it's a top choice."
Positive"Melba's in Harlem is highly recommended as the best soul food option."
Positive"This user suggested Melba's for their carrot cakes and pies as an alternative to donut shops north of 125th street."
Positive"This user recommends Melba's as a soul food restaurant in NYC that serves fried chicken with waffles."
Positive"Melba's is described as excellent, implying it's a good choice for Southern food."
Positive"Melba's is considered a consistently solid choice for Southern cuisine."
Positive"Melba's is suggested as a potential option for a traditional Southern meal, with a strong recommendation to make a reservation."
Positive"This comment lists Melba's as a restaurant."
Neutral"This commenter also strongly endorses Melba's, stating it is the best option for soul food."
Positive"The commenter suggests that soul food options are primarily located uptown or in Brooklyn and recommends Melba's as a good choice."
Positive"This commenter suggests Melba's as a good option for smothered pork chops, ranking it higher than Sylvia's, Miss Mamies, and Amy Ruth's."
Positive"Melba's in Harlem is recommended for fried chicken."
Positive"The user had an amazing experience at Melba's."
Positive"The commenter lists Melba's as a Harlem spot that tourists might consider."
Neutral"Melba's is listed as a recommended place for Southern food in the city."
Positive"Melba's is recommended as a good spot for fried chicken."
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