Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (212) 280-8779
Address: 113 WEST 116 STREET 10026
Harlem's soul food institution, famous for chicken & waffles and comforting Southern fare.
This Harlem establishment is a cornerstone of soul food, renowned for its authentic Southern roots and classic dishes. It's particularly celebrated for its chicken and waffles, a dish deeply tied to the region's culinary history. While offering a rich experience of African-American cuisine, it's noted that vegetarian options may be limited, though some find satisfaction in the side dishes.
The restaurant is celebrated for its soul food, with fried chicken and waffles being standout dishes that echo traditional Southern cuisine. While praised for comfort food and classic sides, there are mentions of limited vegetarian options, though some customers find the sides to be a suitable alternative.
"The restaurant is highly recommended for its authentic soul food, especially its fried chicken and waffles, which are a signature offering. Customers also suggest trying the sides and cakes."
Customers generally praise the authentic soul food experience, highlighting dishes like fried chicken and waffles, though some note limited vegetarian choices.
Important Note
A note for Muslim diners to be aware and inquire about ingredients, specifically pork, in dishes like collard greens.
"Amy Ruth's is a good place for soul food, unique to the US, with a note about checking for pork in collard greens if Muslim."
Positive"Amy Ruth's is a good place for soul food, unique to the US, with a note about checking for pork in collard greens if Muslim."
Positive"Amy Ruth's is recommended for African-American soul food, with a caution for Muslims to check ingredients for pork in collard greens."
Positive"Amy Ruth's is recommended for African-American soul food, with a caution for Muslims to check ingredients for pork in collard greens."
Positive"Suggested Amy Ruth's as a place for waffles."
Positive"The commenter lists Amy Routh as a Harlem spot that tourists might consider."
Neutral"Amy Ruth's is praised for its good breakfast."
Positive"Amy Ruth's is noted for having decent fried chicken, sides, and cakes, although the commenter generally believes NYC struggles with Southern food."
Positive"Amy Ruth's is mentioned as a fallback option for Southern food when other choices are limited."
Neutral"This commenter believes Sylvia's is better than Amy Ruth's."
Negative"Amy Ruth's in Harlem, along with Melba's, has a proud and long-standing food tradition with authentic Southern roots, being associated with the birthplace of chicken and waffles."
Positive"Recommends Amy Ruth's for fried chicken."
Positive"Claims Amy Ruth's has vegetarian side options."
Neutral"Classic soul food but with limited vegetarian options."
Neutral"Recommends Amy Ruth’s in Harlem for African American / Soul Food."
Positive"Recommends Amy Ruth's for breakfast."
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