Handsome, brick-&-wood clad outpost offering a range of New American, French & African flavors.
Michael Simpkins
We had such a nice evening at Renaissance Harlem. Ordered a mix of things—the Fried Calamari, Marinated Roasted Half Chicken, Pan-Seared Flounder, and the Seafood Risotto—and honestly, all of the dishes were packed with flavor. Everything was cooked perfectly.
I also have to mention our server, Lou, who was just outstanding. He was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. It made for a really relaxing, enjoyable meal.
We’ll definitely be back.
… moreMama Love
The Grown & Sexy Ladies had our Secret Santa at the Renaissance Harlem Restaurant. I am so glad we had our brunch there because it was fantastic. The food was banging, Sangria drinks had help but turned out good. The music and atmosphere was just great. Our whole outing was a great day… great food, great drinks , great hosts Corbyn and Gziz, and great gifts. Today was a GREAT DAY!!!!
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The space is nice but on the smaller side, so sometimes the tables are jammed together. When I went for dinner the music initially was so loud I could barely hear my date talk, but they later lowered it. The food is super good. The spring rolls are some of the best I ever had, and the steak frites were a good portion.
… moreMaddie Harple
This restaurant has incredible food and impeccable vibes. We ate here three times over the course of four days! The menu has just enough variety to keep it interesting but not an overwhelming amount of dishes. Their food always comes out hot, and tastes incredibly fresh. Their drinks are incredible and they have great deals on martinis certain days of the week.
Everyone at Renaissance are kind and attentive. They are personable and make sure you have such a good time. On Saturdays and Sundays they have a live dj!! If not live music, always a great playlist. Really incredible at hosting people and very inviting!
I recommend the kale Cesar salad, carré d’agneau, braised short ribs, organic hanger steak and the shrimp scampi!! But literally anything you choose will be delicious!
Also their cappuccinos and lava cake are great!
… moreYaya laur
Great food it’s a wonderful location. I have had the pleasure of dining twice at Renaissance it 9s a hidden gem with amazing food. Well seasoned, beautiful presentation and accommodating staff. This is a spot advertised for it’s 2 for $18 Martini; although well made do not let deflect from the amazing spices and savory taste. 5/5 or 10/10 .
… moreMonic Wax bar
I had an amazing experience at Renaissance Bistro in Harlem. From the moment we walked in, Chef Ali was extremely welcoming and made sure we felt taken care of. Our waiter Abdul was attentive, friendly, and provided great service throughout the night.
The food was a highlight the appetizers were a strong 9/10, especially the fried shrimp which was perfectly seasoned and cooked. The main courses were also excellent, a solid 9/10, and overall the restaurant has a great atmosphere for date night, brunch, or a night out.
They also offer some of the best deals in the area with happy hour from 12PM–8PM, Restaurant Week specials, and fun live DJ nights. I highly recommend checking this spot out if you’re in Harlem!
… moreSheldon
I took my goddaughter her girlfriend here a week ago and I have to say I really enjoyed everything about it. The service was excellent. The ambience was really relaxing and fun. The food was amazing. I prefer that my steak not be cut up in a steak and egg entrée, but other than that everything was amazing. We got the bottle list. Mimosas Everly just enjoyed it so much. Keep up the great work. I’m glad we came.
… moreTawana Preston
What a pleasant surprise!!!.. ended up here by accident..wanted a quick brunch..so we walked in because the restaurant we were taken to was closed..It was empty on a Wednesday at 1030am..it had just opened..we came in a little rushed and frustrated and still we were greeted with kindness ..The waiter promised we wouldn’t be disappointed..and BOY was HE Accurate!!!! The Food was DELICIOUS to say the least..We promise we will return! I’m a Harlem native who hasn’t lived in NY for 20 years..So I didn’t know this place existed!! Now I do…Best Brunch food I ever had..and If you look at my reviews you’d know I’m a foodie
… moreTiffany Dubon
The food was really really good surprisingly. Everything from the appetizers to the main course was delicious and well seasoned. The octopus, calamari, and codfish cakes were yummy. The 2 for 1 martini drinks were good too, ginger flavor was the best. The fish was so delicious
… moreAminah Imani
I haven’t been here in years! Last time I came here was for a new year’s eve event and I forgot about this place but Im so glad I returned here for breakfast. The server says it gets busy on a Sunday for brunch around 1pm so I was glad to beat the crowd and enjoy the quiet time with my family. I made a reservation just in case anyway which was easy to do online.
All in all, The food was really good. We barely had any left over to take home. We had the cod Benedict, chicken and waffle and veggie burger. All delicious options and I knew I would come back because there were so many options on the menu to choose from.
One note I would make is the food was fried a little too hard so if you’re like me make sure you request a soft waffle and easy on the fried foods. Other than that it was great.
The sangria is a silent killer! It was very tasty and strong. We ordered a craft but one glass was good enough for me. So if you’re a light weight, be careful.
The service was pleasant, efficient and we were very satisfied. The decor is a little worn and some of the plants look like they need help but the food is undeniable and the prices were reasonable. I would 100% recommend this place and I can see this as a gem in Harlem. Thank you!
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