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Native Harlem, New York, NY

Native Harlem

4.4
4.4
21 Reviews
$31 to $50
African
2319 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10027-3612

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Native Harlem, located on 125th street in the heart of Harlem, offers a vibrant fusion of Nigerian culture, cuisine, and entertainment. The restaurant's decor blends traditional Nigerian artwork with a modern Harlem twist, creating a warm inviting atmosphere. At its heart is a large stage, where live performances- ranging from Afrobeats music to traditional dances- immerse guests in the vibrant energy of Nigerian culture. The menu features authentic Nigerian dishes like jollof rice, suya, and pounded yam with egusi soup, each bursting with rich, regional flavors. Native Harlem is not just a dining experience; it's a celebration of food, music, and the warmth of Nigerian hospitality, bringing the spirit of Nigeria to the heart of Harlem.

Please Note: to maintain our elegant and refined setting, evening chic attire is required.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    African, West African, American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 21 people are saying

Native Harlem reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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Native Harlem offers a "beautiful evening out" with its elegant ambiance and vibrant entertainment. Guests rave about the "amazing" food, highlighting dishes like suya beef and jollof rice. Despite occasional service hiccups, the "great date night" experience and African cultural pride make it a must-visit destination.

21 Reviews
  1. Lawrencia

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the reception to the food to the ambience , everything was perfect .. we enjoyed every bit of the place and had to order a lot TO GO 😁. We would be visiting often and highly recommend. They actually made my birthday really special 🄰 THANK YOU NATIVE HARLEM ā¤ļø

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  2. Maurice

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good! A little too spicy for me but the flavor was there for sure. Scenery and performances were top tier! Well be coming back for my next trip to NY.

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  3. danielle

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Native was a 10 out of 10. The manager Mark gave us a VIP experience, giving us a tour of the private party room. He was personable, and he made sure that we were comfortable. Our waitress Destiny was sweet and fast. The drinks were delicious. The food was fantastic. The music was afro beats and r&b heavy. The entertainment was fabulous. I would go again and again.

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  4. Kia

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely attentive staff, from the entrance host to the beautiful server. Food was delicious! We will be back for sure! The artwork and ambience were stunning.

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  5. Shaniek VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went on a Sunday. Ambience is really nice, very easy to find on the second floor. Bartender Jaz served some amazing drinks. The cocktail menu isn't that wide but they are still fairly new so I'm sure they will expand more..Jerk chicken and Jollof 100/10, as a Jamaican, I definitely enjoyed it. I'll definitely be back..

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  6. Priali VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server To was so sweet! She made sure we had a great experience:) the food was great, the drinks are amazing, the ambience is a vibe! I just didn’t like how we couldn’t be seated until all out party was there. Overall I enjoyed my time at Native!

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  7. Raquel

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my husband’s birthday there and it was exceptional!

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  8. Kutina

    New York City12 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was patted down at the host stand and purse was checked for a 6pm dinner. I was also asked for my ID. Huge turn off. There was a mandatory 20% tip on the check for 2 ppl. There is a professional photographer that approaches every table and asks to take your picture. Huge turn off. We were offered Hookah several times as an offering. Is this a club or restaurant ??

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  9. Kaydene

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing, I can’t wait to go back soon.

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  10. Therchie

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience was good, the music and service was 10/10. That food blows my mind and I will definitely go back .

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
Google Map for Native Harlem

2319 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10027-3612

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Harlem
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    African, West African, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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