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Hearty Southern comfort food and classic chicken and waffles.
US
Soul Food Restaurant·Down Home, Welcoming, Spacious
Amy Ruth's offers a quintessential soul food experience in the heart of Harlem, New York. Renowned for its classic chicken and waffles, the menu features a variety of Southern-inspired comfort dishes, including fried catfish, meatloaf, and tender ribs. Unlike many cramped New York City eateries, the restaurant boasts a spacious dining area that allows for comfortable conversation and a relaxed pace. Guests frequently praise the attentive service and the quality of sides like cornbread and potato salad. Whether you are a local regular or a visitor looking for an authentic taste of Harlem, Amy Ruth's provides a warm and satisfying dining experience.
Amy Ruth's offers a quintessential soul food experience in the heart of Harlem, New York. Renowned for its classic chicken and waffles, the menu features a variety of Southern-inspired comfort dishes, including fried catfish, meatloaf, and tender ribs. Unlike many cramped New York City eateries, the restaurant boasts a spacious dining area that allows for comfortable conversation and a relaxed pace. Guests frequently praise the attentive service and the quality of sides like cornbread and potato salad. Whether you are a local regular or a visitor looking for an authentic taste of Harlem, Amy Ruth's provides a warm and satisfying dining experience.
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Address
113 W 116th St,New York, NY 10026, USA
Websiteamyruths.com
Phone(212) 280-8779
Hours
ClosedMon
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Tue
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Wed
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Thu
11:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Sun
11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Highlights
Signature chicken and waffles
Fresh, flavorful sides like cornbread and potato salad
Spacious seating layout rare for NYC
Attentive and friendly service staff
Currency
USD $
Time of Day
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Occasion Tags
Casual Drinks, Groups, Family, Locals, Tourists
Reviews
4.3
Great6,2 K reviews
Amy Ruth's maintains a strong reputation as a go-to spot for soul food in Harlem, with a 4.3-star rating from over 6,000 reviews. Diners consistently praise the restaurant for its signature chicken and waffles, flavorful sides like cornbread, and generous portion sizes. Many reviewers highlight the spacious interior, noting that it offers a rare level of privacy and comfort compared to other NYC restaurants. While the service is frequently described as attentive and welcoming, some guests have noted that the pricing can be on the higher side. A small number of reviewers have raised concerns regarding the consistency of certain meat dishes, but the majority of feedback emphasizes a positive, high-quality home-cooking experience.
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Location
Manhattan, New York, United States
