Drink. Eat. Mingle. Tuesday, October 25 6:00-10:00 pm Tickets: Exclusive drink and food discounts $20 at the door 2-for-1 in advance* To purchase tickets: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2298256146 A portion of each purchase will be donated to Food Bank NYC to benefit food kitchens in Harlem. Featuring: Nectar Wine Bar 6-7pm hummingbird happy hour $6 wines & Complimentary… [Read more…]
May 10, 2011 by D. Bell
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This evening Bier posted a picture of their new sidewalk seating with the message, “Baby steps towards a sidewalk cafe. Still missing plants and additional chairs but getting close.” Follow Bier on Twitter @bierint to keep up with their progress.
The tables, chairs, and bar are all set up and ready to greet the first customers that come through the door on Friday. The kitchen staff, many hired through New York Business Solutions on 125th Street, are prepping the ingredients for this weekend’s ‘soft’ opening of Bad Horse Pizza. As the opening date grows nearer… [Read more…]
Time Out New York (TONY) released its list of the 50 best bars for spring. Three local favorites made the list! I remember not too many years ago when Uptown wasn’t even an afterthought in these types of lists. See the two bars in Harlem and the one in Inwood that are featured below: Bier… [Read more…]
The Goddess Lakshmi at Paris Blues in Harlem Sunday Nights 7pm, March 27 — July 31st Rene Calvo returns, fresh from his travels in Africa, to perform with his band, The Goddess Lakshmi, for an extended stint at the legendary Paris Blues in Harlem. Calvo, a noted downtown theater impresario (Ailanthus Grove) and owner of … [Read more…]
February 15, 2011 by D. Bell
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From our inbox: today we were asked by 67 Orange to get the word out about a seminar they want to facilitate at this year’s Manhattan Classic Cocktail. The MCC is one of the most important cocktail events in the city and 67 Orange Street is the only uptown cocktail bar participating. The seminar is… [Read more…]
On Friday night the conversation turned to former Harlem sweetheart Mojo. Last we heard Mojo had closed the kitchen and was keeping the bar and lounge area open throughout the holidays. The latest rumors are that Mojo is closed completely because of some scandalous dealing happening behind the scenes. I won’t dish the dirt until… [Read more…]
Photos by: D. Bell This past Friday, Aloft Harlem opened their doors to the community with a grand opening celebration. The event was open invitation and many of Harlem’s key movers and shakers were in attendance. The event opened with a book signing of the Harlem Travel Guide by co-authors Valerie Bradley and Carolyn Johnson. There… [Read more…]
The Goddess Lakshmi – Live in Harlem at Paris Blues Sunday Evenings — January 30th and March 6th 2021 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd 8PM Downtown theater impresario Rene Calvo (Ailanthus Grove) and Harlem hotelier (The Harlem Flophouse) fronts his newest venture, composing, singing and playing the electric guitar with his indy rock band… [Read more…]
December 17, 2010 by josephrileyland
The foodie in me has been as anxious as a kid on Christmas morning every since I saw Chef Marcus Samuelsson looking at spaces inHarlem. Rumor had it that he was opening a new restaurant somewhere in the hood. One day soon thereafter, I saw him looking at the basement of my building. I doubt he… [Read more…]
December 4, 2010 by D. Bell
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Harlem’s premier speakeasy, 67 Orange Street is celebrating its 2nd anniversary this Saturday. DJ Stormin Norman will be spinning the music and new cocktails will be unveiled. RSVP at reservations@67orangestreet.com As you know, space is tight! 67 Orange Street 2082 Frederick Douglass Blvd (8th Ave) @113th St www.67orangestreet.com
An upscale, yet laid back atmosphere in Harlem? It can be found at the new Chocolat Lounge which opened a few months ago on Frederick Douglass Boulevard. Chocolat is the brainchild of Leon Ellis, owner of long time Harlem staple Moca Lounge on the opposite side of Frederick Douglass. Last night, Chocolat hosted a wonderful… [Read more…]
COMEDY COVO SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21st AT 7:30PM UPSTAIRS LOUNGE AT COVO Monthly comedy show with some of NYC’s hottest comedians in one of NYC’s coolest lounge. Hosted by NYC comedian William Mullin featuring comics from Comedy Central, VH1, and HBO. FREE! Join us upstairs in Covo Lounge for great laughs, drink specials and half price panini!… [Read more…]
October 24, 2010 by D. Bell
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COMEDY COVO SUNDAY, Oct 24th at 7:30PM UPSTAIRS LOUNGE AT COVO Monthly comedy show with some of NYC’s hottest comedians in one of NYC’s coolest lounge. Hosted by NYC comedian William Mullin featuring comics from Comedy Central, VH1, and HBO. William Mullin, hosting some great downtown comics DJ Baker spinning the tunes! HEADLINER Karen Bergreen… [Read more…]
July 28, 2010 by D. Bell
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Billie’s Black is offering $25 in food and drinks for $10 through livingsocial.com. To make the deal even sweeter, if you go between noon and 7 PM you get an extra $5 on your voucher! Purchase your voucher now! (Thanks Angie of Experience Harlem)
July 25, 2010 by D. Bell
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Today · 7:30pm – 9:00pm Location upstairs@covolounge 701 West 135th Street (on 12 Avenue) New York, NY Monthly comedy show with some of NYC’s hottest comedians in one of NYC’s coolest lounge. Hosted by NYC comedian William Mullin featuring comics from Comedy Central, VH1, and HBO. LAST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH 7:30 PM UPSTAIRS IN COVO… [Read more…]
We just got the word that Seventeen Below is going to be relocating effective immediately. We’ve heard some interesting stories about this lounge. Feel free to share your experiences below in the comments section. Here is the letter sent out by the management today: Dear valued customer of Seventeen Below Bistro, as we continue to… [Read more…]
We’ve yet to visit Frizzante, but every time we pass by it is obvious that they are certainly a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Passing by the Italian eatery last week, we saw a sign out front advertising a reasonably priced lunch menu and a tempting happy hour special. A reviewer on Yelp! described the… [Read more…]
Construction on Chocolat is moving right along. The bar is in place and there appeared to be some activity going on inside the space on Sunday. If you remember, it was a little over a year ago when we first caught wind that Chocolat was making a long anticipated comeback to the Harlem lounge scene.… [Read more…]
Remember all the hoopla surrounding the semi-private lounge that Odell Holland formerly of Sugar Shack generated? Well, the townhouse that housed OH (formerly Sugarhill Bistro and Baton Rouge) is back on the market. Check out the real estate listing which mentions the current liquor license obtained by the short-lived eatery and lounge. Someone was just… [Read more…]
joseph riley land It’s 2:32 am and your stomach is growling. You could go to the bodega on the corner, but who wants to talk to the man through that tiny little window? The fridge at your place? Ummm, no; unless you want a mayonnaise sandwich. What to do, what to do? The good news:… [Read more…]
December 2, 2009 by D. Bell
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One of our favorite family owned businesses in Harlem is T&J Cafe on Seventh Avenue. Known more for their black and white cookies and tortes than their night life, T&J’s art lined walls and faux-leather sofas located in the back of the cafe/bakery always seemed destined for more. The owners seem to agree. Every Friday… [Read more…]
By: joseph riley land The DEN isn’t dead after all. Remember last May when they closed the doors and told us they would be back, new and improved, by the end of the summer – and then it did not happen? Well, I spoke with Jack Correia, owner of The DEN, this afternoon and he… [Read more…]
Late last month, Talay decided to do a ‘do over’ and change their name and menu. The former Latin-Asian fusion hot spot switched to a Mexican menu and renamed the restaurant Pancho Gringo. You can read more about the change over at Greasy Guide’s blog. Read our previous posts about Talay
By Ebony Reid As a young professional living the New York City dream, dating has always been one of the best aspects of living in the city. You meet new people, go to swanky restaurants, and dress to impress. The ultimate goal is to have fun while getting to know the other person. When looking… [Read more…]
July 25, 2009 by D. Bell
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Svntn Below Restaurant and Lounge Presents Uptown Comedy Night Every Wednesday Show time: 8:00 p.m. Location: 2163 Frederick Douglas Blvd (Btwn 116th & 117th and 8th Avenue) Admission: $10 before 7:30 p.m. and $15 after 7:30 p.m. *Doors open up at 6:00 p.m.* Dress Code: No ball caps, construction boots or sports attire. For more… [Read more…]
June 22, 2009 by D. Bell
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Tuesday, June 23 100 Black Men of New York Scholarship Fund in conjunction with “The Bus Stops Here Foundation” presents “Bowling with The Bus” an evening of networking, dancing and bowling with Future Hall of Fame Running Back Jerome “The Bus” Bettis former Pittsburgh Steeler star running back Harlem Lanes 2116 Adam Clayton Blvd, Harlem… [Read more…]
June 20, 2009 by D. Bell
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June 8, 2009 by D. Bell
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Just a follow up on some places we have been following: We speculated about Strawberry’s completing their move from 7th Avenue to 135th. They are officially open for business in the former location of Home Sweet Harlem. There is also a new-ish buffet (ala Manna’s) that has opened on the corner of 129th and Lenox –… [Read more…]
June 7, 2009 by D. Bell
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The annual Puerto Rican Day Parade will be on Sunday, June 14th but everyone knows that the real partying takes place the day before. In addition to the annual 116th Festival, you can stop into local favorite Raggs to meet the renowned East Harlem abstract artist (and former professional tennis player) Ted Dimond. Dimond pays… [Read more…]
I just received word that one of UF’s favorite Harlem hangouts is moving. After five years The Den will be leaving their familiar Fifth Avenue address for a new home. Stay tuned for an update as to where The Den will be relocating. If you have the inside scoop on the new locale please let… [Read more…]
May 27, 2009 by D. Bell
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Jorge Ayala poses for a photograph Tuesday May 26, 2009 at FB Lounge, which he owns, in New York. The change in Ayala’s neighborhood reflects the growth of Latinos in America, who celebrated a huge milestone Tuesday when Sonia Sotomayor, the New York City-born daughter of Puerto Rican parents, was nominated to be the… [Read more…]
May 16, 2009 by D. Bell
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