Harlem Shake is a Harlem staple.

Capri Bakery in Harlem is known for its custom cakes and excellent Puerto Rican pastries.

Alibi Lounge in Harlem is one of NYC’s last Black-owned gay bars.

The Honeywell is a fun cocktail bar in West Harlem with a backyard that's perfect for dates.

Benyam is our favorite spot for Ethiopian food in Harlem.

Harlem’s Famous Fish Market is a legendary spot for fried seafood.

Bo’s Bagels is the best - and only - bagel shop in Harlem.

Harlem Biscuit Company is an excellent spot in Central Harlem to stop for a biscuit sandwich.

Pizza By Lucille’s is a great slice shop in Harlem. You can’t go wrong here, but we especially love the square slices.

9Tails is a coffee shop in Harlem with lots of plants and good cold brew.

Queen Sheeba is a Yemeni spot in Harlem with excellent lamb haneeth and babaganoush.

Lalibela in Harlem makes Ethiopian food you can eat right on their patio on Frederick Douglass Blvd.

The Noodle is one of the best options for Chinese handpulled noodles in Harlem.

Make My Cake is a bakery in Harlem where you can pick up custom cakes and plenty of other desserts that will make your friends like you more.

Adja Khady is a market in Harlem with a big selection of imported Senegalese groceries.

Les Ambassades is a Senegalese spot in Harlem where you should sit outside before or after getting a pastry from their bakery next door.