NYC's go-to for smash burgers & shakes. Consistently ranked among the best, w/ rave reviews for burgers, fries, & milkshakes. Quick, casual, delicious.
This burger joint is a highly recommended spot for smash burgers and milkshakes. The food is consistently praised, with many noting it as some of the best in NYC. While the burgers are a standout, the fries and milkshakes also receive positive mentions, although some wish the burgers were a bit larger.
The food here centers around highly-rated smash burgers, often described as some of the best in NYC. Customers also rave about the fries and milkshakes, though a minor point of feedback is that the burgers could be larger. There's a specific mention of the 'Hot Mess' burger and the 'Hot Honey Chick' as standout dishes.
"The smash burger, particularly the 'Hot Mess' variation, and the 'Hot Honey Chick' are highly recommended. The fries, especially curly fries, and milkshakes are also frequently praised."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the burgers and milkshakes, with many considering it among the best in NYC. While generally positive, a few wish the burger portions were larger.
Important Note
Some customers wish the burger portions were larger. There is also one mention of slow delivery and a dissenting opinion that the restaurant is 'not good' and shakes are just okay.
"Comments that Harlem Shake's burgers are good, but the shakes are just okay, and delivery is slow."
Neutral"States that Harlem Shake should not be recommended."
Negative"Strongly disagrees with Harlem Shake being recommended, stating it is 'not good'."
Negative"Lists Harlem Shake among recommendations for a 'good milkshake', distinguishing it from 'over-the-top Instagram stuff'."
Positive"Harlem Shake is suggested as a classic dining choice."
Positive"The commenter praised the fries from Harlem Shake, noting they are a favorite and might use a blend of peanut and tallow for frying."
Positive"This restaurant does its own delivery. The commenter specifically mentioned it as an option for those looking to avoid third-party delivery services."
Positive"This commenter simply recommended Harlem Shake for curly fries."
Positive"The chicken sandwiches at Harlem Shake are also delicious, according to this commenter."
Positive"This commenter recommended Harlem Shake, stating it has the best smash burgers in town in addition to curly fries."
Positive"This commenter mentioned they visit the Brooklyn location of Harlem Shake and plan to check out the Harlem location, assuming it might be better."
Neutral"In response to a question about quality, this commenter reiterated that Harlem Shake's burgers are above average, though they personally prefer the milkshakes."
Positive"This commenter inquired if Harlem Shake's quality has declined recently, as it used to be their go-to spot."
Neutral"Harlem Shake was suggested as a place for burgers. The commenter noted that while they usually go for milkshakes, the burgers are above average."
Positive"This commenter recommended trying the 'Hot Mess' burger at Harlem Shake."
Positive"Harlem Shake is recommended for burgers."
Positive"Harlem Shake is recommended as a place for burgers."
Positive"This user believes Harlem Shake offers the best smashburgers in NYC, although they also appreciate the monthly special burgers."
Positive"Harlem Shake is suggested as a place to get a milkshake."
Positive"Mentioned as a recommendation for smash burgers."
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