Award-winning

Melba's

Name: Melba's
Address: 300 W 114th St, New York, NY, United States, 10026
Telephone: (212) 864-7777
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1280 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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Enjoy Southern comfort food with a twist in a relaxing, casual setting at Melba's. Owner Melba Wilson opened its doors for locals and travelers alike to have a pleasant dining experience with great service. Fried catfish strips, barbecue short rib sliders and spring rolls filled with black-eyed peas and collard greens make delicious appetizers before feasting on the main course. Guests can choose from entrées like Melba's popular Southern fried chicken with eggnog waffles, which was a winner on Throwdown! with Bobby Flay, as well as pan-seared sea bass and the barbecue turkey meatloaf. This restaurant also serves hamburgers, lighter fare and sides such as candied yams.

Melba's offers catered business luncheons, receptions and more. Reservations are welcome, and takeout is available for guests.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Soul food
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 864-7777
Website
http://www.melbasrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
For private events and catering, please contact our Special Events & Catering Director at: events@melbasrestaurant.com
Private party facilities
For private events and catering, please contact our Special Events & Catering Director at: events@melbasrestaurant.com

Location
300 W 114th St, New York, NY 10026
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Harlem
Cross street
Frederick Douglas Blvd. (8th Avenue)
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
B & C train at 116th Street (2 blocks away)2 train at 116th street (4 blocks away)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Melba's Spring Rolls
Rice, Black Eyed Peas, Collard Greens and Cheddar Cheese in a Spring Roll Wrapper
Charleston Jumbo Shrimp
Buffalo Wings
Fried Catfish Strips
With Chipotle Mayo
Auntie D's Mini Burgers
Choice of Pepper Jack, Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese
Pulled BBQ Short Rib Sliders
with Cheddar Cheese
Spinach & Cheese Empanadas
Fried Calamari
with Homemade Marinara Sauce
Lemon and Honey Chicken Tenders
Southern Crab Cakes
with Tarter Sauce

Healthy Comfort

Add to any Salad - Grilled Chicken, Grilled Salmon, Grilled Shrimp

Grilled Vegetable Napoleon
Grilled Portobello Mushroom, Winter & Summer Squash with Buffalo Mozzarella
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
On a Roll Served with Grilled Vegetables, Choice of Pepper Jack, Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese Additional $1.50
Classic Caesar Salad
Baby Spinach Salad
Fresh Baby Spinach, Julienned Red Onion and Cucumbers
Summer Salad
Mesclun Greens, Carrots, Tomatoes and Cucumbers
Organic Mesclun Greens

Entrees

**meal includes 2 side orders

Southen Fried Chicken & Eggnog Waffles
With Strawberry Butter and Maple Syrup. Winner on "Throwdown! with Bobby Flay"
Southern Fried Chicken Wings & Eggnog Waffles
Fried Catfish & Eggnog Waffles
Wine Braised Short Ribs or Beef**
Grilled Wild Atlantic Salmon**
Pecan Crusted Tilapia**
BBQ Turkey Meatloaf**
Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass**
Southern Chicken**
Southern Fried, Smothered or Grilled Cutlet
Country Catfish**
Trés Macaroni & Cheese**
A Delicious Blend of Pepper Jack, Mozzarella and Cheddar Cheese
Charleston Jumbo Shrimp**
Fish & Chips
Deluxe Hamburger
French Fries, Lettuce, Tomato. Choice of Pepper Jack, Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese Additional $1.50

Side Orders

Trés Mac & Cheese
Low Country Collard Greens
Seasoned with Smoked Turkey
Down Home Peas & Rice
Candied Yams
Sautéed Spinach
French Fries
Momma's Potato Salad
Roasted Garlic Yukon Mashed Potatoes
Chili Onion Rings
Eggnog Waffle with Strawberry Butter
Cannot be a substitute for a side order

What 1,280 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

1,280 Reviews

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ADiscerningDiner
Seattle
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We loved our experience. Loud, but in a joyful, fun way! Our server was delightful, loved most of our food , especially the collards, fried chicken and catfish! We also appreciated the art on the walls. All in all, a great afternoon!
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safiyah
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
10 outa 10 definitely recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great evening at Melba’s! India provided great service and the food and drinks were delish!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing spread!! Just like home—everything delicious!
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RobynB
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Restaurant met all expectations! Great food, service, and atmosphere!
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OpenTable Diner
Baton Rouge
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service1ambience3
Service horrible, food was great. Please work on that. The waiter don't listen. I'm in the service field and he was non engaging.
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danne
New York Area
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a great experience. Friends from out of town came and loved the food, drinks and servers.
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Cake
New York Area
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall1food1service4ambience2
Too loud couldn't hear myself order. Prices too high. Had a broken chicken leg. Chicken skin was burned and pink inside, very undercooked. Too expensive for little potions. Also chairs are not comfortable very cheap plastic quality
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Thecatsmeow
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Yes, I was visiting from Philadelphia and I enjoyed my dinner at Melba’s Will definitely go again when I’m in town. Keep up the good work everyone
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely amazing!! I wish I had a chance to try the Banana Pudding, but they are out. I’m definitely going back when I’m on NYC again.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It is always an incredible gastronomic experience to be at Melbas. And the staff is wonderful. My Brazilian friends loved it.
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sharonb
Atlantic City
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
The establishment and atmosphere was amazing . The waiter was very professional and polite. The food was great and them egg rolls was to die for. I placed this in my top10 soul food cruise. I will return soon.
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RooseveltP
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We visited from Detroit, everything was above expectations. Melba actually stopped by to say hello and ask how was our food.
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StephanR
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, and the sound track was nothing but bops. Melba was ever there and sang Happy Birthday to a customer who's birthday it was.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff went above and beyond on service and made you feel at home. The chicken, catfish and signature non-alcoholic drinks we amazing!
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Cherie
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Went to Melba’s for lunch on my birthday! Melba was actually there and greeted us with such kindness. We had the same waitress from a visit back in August. She was lovely and CONSISTENT as noted by my brother. Food was slamming! Chicken & egg nog waffles & strawberry Hennessy were my favs! Melba’s don’t miss and the vibe & music were on point!
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foody
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and lunch service were exceptional. I ordered the fried chicken wings, Mac and cheese, collards and a side of yams. We also ordered the shrimp appetizer. The portions were so plentiful, that I took home the leftovers and my nephew ordered a complete meal of salmon, greens and more of that delicious Mac & Cheese as a take home dinner. I highly recommend this Harlem staple.
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Ange
Raleigh
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
I made a reservation a week prior. When I arrived, my party was asked to sit in the covered outside area. When I asked about a table inside, I was told there were no tables available, but we could be seated in the outside area which was cold (there is a heater, but it was not working). We were able to get a table inside after we had already received our drinks and appetizers and needed to move.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always great. Mac & cheese is heavenly! Cocktails are good & strong. Ambiance is good, music is enhancing to the experience. Overall, a gem of a restaurant to this community!
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LouisB
Philadelphia
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Love the vibe of Melba's. I am a lover of African, African American, & Carribean Art so it lifts my spirits to be in a restaurant surrounded by beautiful works of art. Also love supporting African American & female owned businesses. Our server (Tatiana Brown) was outstanding. She was personable, but professional. She was also warm & friendly. She made this an outstanding dining experience. All of the staff we encountered treated us like we were guests in their homes. Thanks for making our second visit to Melbas such a pleasure!! We will definitely return. Wishing you continued success.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the best time at MELBA’s. I’ll definitely be back and will spread the word!!
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Whynter
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great and the staff were outstanding
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Lola
Philadelphia
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
From a warm greeting when we entered to a knowledgeable and welcoming staff to deeeelicious food - everything was just what we were looking for and got. What a treat!
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ClaudiaG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Staff service was excellent! Collard greens were salty and yams could have been better. I am a Harlem native and was there with my family from NJ, celebrating my daughter’s 15th birthday. She enjoyed the waffle she ordered and the red velvet cake as they sag to celebrate her.
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BrentC
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Melba's was wonderful. The wait staff was great, Melba herself is a delight and the food is amazing!
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Rene
New York Area
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Service was HORRIBLE. Not friendly at all. Didn’t acknowledge the table. Didn’t offer napkins. Then had the nerve to add GRATUITY to a party of 3.
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Mimi
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Staff were friendly and we loved the vibe! It’s casual and we went for brunch so it was quiet. We enjoyed singing to the birthdays that were being celebrated there. Food was delicious especially the catfish and potato salad!
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Tara
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! Typically reviews don’t match the experience but this day it did!
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PaulR
Charlotte
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service outstanding. Made to feel welcome. Another restaurant checked out my bucket list. You must eat here!
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kimp
Tampa
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely delicious food and extraordinary service from greeting to guest dining service! A culinary and community gem!
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TinaY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
A very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The spring rolls are to die for!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were treated warmly from the second we walked in. Our server (I can’t rem her name) was very sweet. She even ran outside after we left bc my husband forgot his hat. Food was delicious, came quickly and portions were very generous. I can’t wait to go back.
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AnthonyJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I was visiting from Chicago to celebrate my birthday. I was visiting my best friend, and wanted to just experience the City as a local. The only solid plan we made was to have dinner at Melba's on my birthday. It did not disappoint. We were seated promptly, and given a table on the covered/heated patio. Our server, Stephanie, greeted us with a warm smile, and gave us excellent service. We shared the crab cakes, the catfish strips, and the arugula/beet salad. We then had the fried chicken as an entrée. Everything was prepared perfectly. After that, we ended with the red velvet cake. I was speechless. Thank you to Stephanie and the rest of the staff at Melba's for making a milestone birthday truly unforgettable!
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AdrienneM
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was absolutely delicious and the staff were sooo nice!
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MellonieK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Food was delicious. An additional Hostess was needed. Only one Hostess attending to 7 tables at dinner time was a bit much. Overall the place is very nice, great vibe and ambiance.
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OpenTable Diner
Essex
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Great food and good value for money. Would recommend. Staff great as well as atmosphere.
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
56 reviews
vip
4.0
56 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience3
Outstanding chicken & waffles with great selections of American comfort and sea food.
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OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such an amazing brunch. You truly can’t go wrong with anything on the menu but the friend chicken, egg rolls, greens, and rice and peas w/ oxtail gravy are some of my favs. What a treasure. 🖤 Thanks so much for taking such great care of us, Brian. Until next time.
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RobertG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was great! Drinks were on point.
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GrahamA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Customer service was awesome. Food was served hot. Atmosphere was lively. Enjoy the food. Will come again.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Melba's using the Order Online button. Melba's also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Melba's also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 864-7777.

Melba's is rated 4.6 stars by 1280 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

300 W 114th St, New York, NY 10026

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Frederick Douglas Blvd. (8th Avenue)
Neighborhood
Harlem
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 11:00 am–10:00 pm Thu–Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Soul food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
B & C train at 116th Street (2 blocks away)2 train at 116th street (4 blocks away)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.melbasrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(212) 864-7777
Catering
For private events and catering, please contact our Special Events & Catering Director at: events@melbasrestaurant.com
Private party facilities
For private events and catering, please contact our Special Events & Catering Director at: events@melbasrestaurant.com

Melba's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Country Catfish

BBQ Braised Short Ribs

Chicken & Eggnog Waffle

Comfortizers

Melba's Spring Rolls

Charleston Jumbo Shrimp

Buffalo Wings

Fried Catfish Strips

Auntie D's Mini Burgers

Pulled BBQ Short Rib Sliders

Spinach & Cheese Empanadas

Fried Calamari

Lemon and Honey Chicken Tenders

Southern Crab Cakes

Healthy Comfort

Grilled Vegetable Napoleon

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Classic Caesar Salad

Baby Spinach Salad

Summer Salad

Organic Mesclun Greens

Entrees

Southen Fried Chicken & Eggnog Waffles

Southern Fried Chicken Wings & Eggnog Waffles

Fried Catfish & Eggnog Waffles

Wine Braised Short Ribs or Beef**

Grilled Wild Atlantic Salmon**

Pecan Crusted Tilapia**

BBQ Turkey Meatloaf**

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass**

Southern Chicken**

Country Catfish**

Trés Macaroni & Cheese**

Charleston Jumbo Shrimp**

Fish & Chips

Deluxe Hamburger

Side Orders

Trés Mac & Cheese

Low Country Collard Greens

Down Home Peas & Rice

Candied Yams

Sautéed Spinach

French Fries

Momma's Potato Salad

Roasted Garlic Yukon Mashed Potatoes

Chili Onion Rings

Eggnog Waffle with Strawberry Butter

Overall ratings and reviews

Cleaning & sanitizing

FAQs

Does Melba's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Melba's restaurant rated?

Is Melba's currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information