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Harlem Public
- 3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031

American restaurant, Bar ★4.0 (297)·$20–30

3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031, USA

4.0
Was on the way out the city. Decided to stop and grab some food a little later in the night around 11 pm stumbled on Harlem Public. Great atmosphere, great music, great service. Grabbed some wings and fries. Awesome wings, good size wings, crispy, really good sauce. Only let down was the fries bunch of little pieces, might have been because we were there a little late. But overall great experience. Will visit again. - L Mo
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Harlem Public Introduce

Nestled in the heart of New York City's Washington Heights, Harlem Public is far more than just a restaurant; it’s a neighborhood institution. This beloved American pub has cultivated a reputation for its warm, casual, and lively atmosphere, making it a favorite among locals and a welcoming discovery for visitors. It's a place where the community comes together, whether for a casual dinner, a celebratory night out, or to catch a game.

Since its opening, Harlem Public has been committed to providing high-quality, delicious comfort food and an impressive selection of drinks. The founders had a simple idea: to create a place where they could grab a quality burger and a great beer right in their own neighborhood. This straightforward mission has resulted in a menu filled with creative twists on classic American fare and a bar that boasts an extensive array of craft beers and cocktails. The atmosphere is often described as cozy and trendy, with a buzzing energy that makes every visit feel special.

Harlem Public stands out as a women-owned business, adding to its unique character and community-focused ethos. It’s a place where a diverse crowd—from college students and groups to tourists and locals—feels right at home, making it a true reflection of the vibrant neighborhood it serves.


Location and Accessibility

Harlem Public is conveniently located at 3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031, USA. Its position on Broadway makes it an easily accessible destination for anyone in the city. The restaurant is situated in the vibrant Washington Heights area, a neighborhood known for its rich history and dynamic culture. Public transportation is a breeze, as the location is a short walk from the 145th Street station, serving the 1, A, B, C, and D subway lines. This makes it a perfect meeting spot for friends coming from all over Manhattan and beyond.

For those who prefer to drive, there is both free and paid street parking available in the vicinity, though as with any part of New York City, it can be a challenge during peak hours. The restaurant itself is highly accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restroom, and seating, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the experience. The inclusion of outdoor seating provides a great option for enjoying a meal or a drink on a pleasant day.


Services Offered

Harlem Public offers a variety of services to accommodate its diverse clientele.

  • Dine-in: Enjoy the cozy, casual, and trendy atmosphere inside, whether you're at the bar or one of the comfortable booths.
  • Outdoor Seating: For those who prefer to dine al fresco, the restaurant offers outdoor seating.
  • Takeout and Delivery: Can't make it to the restaurant? Harlem Public provides both takeout and no-contact delivery options, bringing their delicious food right to your doorstep.
  • Happy Hour: A popular feature is the happy hour food and drink specials, which are perfect for a quick bite or a wind-down after a long day.
  • Late-Night Food: The kitchen stays open late, making it a great option for a post-show snack or a late-night meal.

Features and Highlights

Harlem Public has earned its reputation through several key highlights that set it apart.

  • Creative Burgers: The burgers are a main attraction, with a variety of unique and classic options. The "Peanut Butter Burger," topped with creamy peanut butter and brown sugar bacon, has garnered a cult following and is a must-try for the adventurous diner. Other standout burgers include the "Wake N Bake," which features a hashbrown and a drippy egg, and the "Daddy Mac," topped with American cheese and Funyuns.
  • Extensive Drink Selection: The bar is a central part of the experience, offering a great beer selection, with many drafts on rotation. They also serve a variety of well-crafted cocktails, hard liquor, and wine. The "Poprocks Marg" and the "Twizzler Lemonade" are examples of the fun and creative cocktails on the menu.
  • Shareable Starters: The "Shareable Stuff" section is perfect for groups, with crowd-pleasers like "Mac And Steez," "Fried Cauliflower," and the famous "Dorito Quesadilla." The wings are also a big hit, praised for being a good size, crispy, and served with delicious sauce.
  • Versatile Menu: Beyond burgers and wings, the menu includes satisfying salads, a variety of signature sandwiches like the "Hot Fried Thigh," and the ever-popular "Loaded Grilled Cheese," which has been featured on the Food Network. The menu also caters to a range of dietary preferences with options like the "BYO Beyond" burger and the "Vegan Patty Melt."
  • Vibrant Atmosphere: The ambiance is often praised as casual, cozy, and trendy. It's an LGBTQ+ friendly space that is also good for groups and has high chairs for children, making it a welcoming spot for a diverse crowd. The presence of sports on the TV screens adds to the pub-like feel.

Contact Information

For more information, reservations, or to place an order, you can contact Harlem Public using the details below.

  • Address: 3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031, USA
  • Phone: (212) 939-9404

You can also follow them on social media to stay up-to-date on their latest offerings and events.


What is Worth Choosing?

Harlem Public is a fantastic choice for anyone in New York looking for a laid-back and delicious dining experience. The main reason to choose this place is its perfect blend of quality food, great drinks, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. The fact that it’s a women-owned business that has created a consistently reliable and friendly spot in the neighborhood is a huge plus.

For food, the burgers are a definite highlight. The "Peanut Butter Burger" is an experience in itself, and the classic "BYO Beef Burger" with hand-cut fries offers a satisfying and flavorful meal. The "Mac and Steez" is another crowd favorite, praised for being decadent and delicious. For a smaller bite or a shared plate, the "Fried Cauliflower" and the "Avocado Fries" are unique and highly-rated options. The wings are a solid choice, with a crispy texture and tasty sauce that have earned them a loyal following.

The drink menu is equally impressive. The happy hour is a great opportunity to explore their beer and cocktail selection at a great price. Whether you're a beer enthusiast looking for a new craft brew or a cocktail lover seeking a creative concoction, you won't be disappointed.

While some reviews mention that the place can get crowded on a Saturday night and that fries can be inconsistent, the overall consensus is that the food is excellent and the atmosphere is worth the trip. Harlem Public is an ideal spot for a fun date night, a casual get-together with friends, or a solo dining adventure. It’s a place that feels like a home away from home, with a staff that is often described as friendly and attentive. It's a true New York gem that embodies the best of American comfort food and neighborhood hospitality.

Harlem Public Food & drink

  • Shareable Stuff

  • Sweet Potato Fries $9.00

    1 order of sweet potato fries. They're sweeter than regular potatoes. That's how they got their name you know.

  • Fried Cauliflower $12.00

    Vegan. Served with Chipotle Vegannaise. Toss it in some hot sauce to get real serious.

  • Fork And Knife Fries $16.00

    Get out the Fork and Knife, folks. These fries is loaded. If you are ordering this for delivery/takeout, prepare for a mess. Don't say we didn't warn you.

  • Fried Calamari $15.00

    Crispy fried calamari with our famous Comeback Sauce (chipotle-lime crema)

  • Handcut Fries $9.00

    1 order of french fries. We handcut them. That's why they're called handcut french fries.

  • Avocado Fries $13.00

    Vegan. Served with Chipotle Vegannaise.

  • Chicken Chunks $12.00

    Little chunks of fried chicken. Served with Honey Mustard. Pardon the crappy picture. A Yelper took it so it totally makes sense.

  • Fish Tacos $13.00

    Fried Cod, slaw, pico, guac, comeback sauce. You get 2 tacos.

  • Mac And Steez $14.00

    Steez = Cheese. Now you know.

  • 8 Wings $17.00

    You guessed it. 8 wings per order.

  • Big Mozz Sticks $12.00

    Big Mozz Sticks of Big Mozz stick fame. From your fave music festival to HP. 4 per order. Served with Marinara.

  • Fried Pickles $13.00

    Served with Ranch.

  • Tater Tots $9.00

    1 order of tater tots. The finest style of fried potato ever created.

  • Buy Kitchen A Brew! $3.00

    Buy the homies a beer. (Photo pre Rona insanity)

  • Dorito Quesadilla $15.00

    Chicken Quesadilla with Dorito seasoned cream cheese.

  • 16 Wings $30.00

    Yes. We know there aren't 16 wings in this pic. Take a deep breath. You get the idea :)

  • Do You Need Disposable Items?

  • Disposable Items $0.00

    We won't include utensils or napkins unless you ask. Trying to get rid of unnecessary plastic crap. Do you really need it??

  • Byo Burgers

  • BYO Turkey Burger $14.00

    Build it your damn self. Comes with Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickles. Served with handcut french fries.

  • BYO Beyond $14.00

    Build it your damn self. Comes with Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickles. Served with handcut french fries.

  • BYO Beef Burger $14.00

    Build it your damn self. Comes with Lettuce, Tomato, and Pickles. Served with hand cut French fries.

  • Additional Sauce

  • Additional Sauce $0.00

    Get Your Sauce Game On!

  • Signature Sandos

  • Vegan Patty Melt $19.00

    Beyond patty, vegan American, sauteed onions on toasty sourdough. Served with a side salad (not fries) to keep with that vegan life.

  • Hot Fried Thigh $17.00

    Boned-out fried chicken thigh tossed in hot sauce, slaw, crispy pickles, ranch, Brooklyn soft roll.

  • Crispy Beer Battered Fish Sandwich $16.00

    2 Crispy Pieces of Beer Batter Cod topped with Tartar Sauce, American Cheese and Shredded Lettuce. Served on Thick As Hell Texas Toast.

  • Pulled Pork $16.00

    BBQ smoked pork butt, Carolina slaw, steez sauce drizzle, brooklyn soft roll #thatass

  • "Meat N Cheez Kinda Gal" $15.00

    Our Patty Melt! Our House-Ground Burger with American Cheese and Sautéed Onions between Toasted Sourdough. Served with Handcut French Fries. Big shoutout to Mia P. over on Postmates. We got you!

  • Skirt Steak Sando $21.00

    Sliced Skirt Steak, Swiss, Caramelized Onions, Arugula, and Horseradish Crema on toasted Sourdough. Served with Handcut Fries

  • Loaded Grilled Cheese $18.00

    NY Cheddar, pepperjack, swiss, American, bacon, guac, nacho cheese Doritos, sourdough.

  • Chipotle Chicken $17.00

    Chicken breast, mango/black bean salsa, pepperjack, chipotle mayo, green leaf, tomato, sourdough

  • Classic Fried Thigh $16.00

    A classic Buttermilk Fried Chicken Thigh topped with Garlic Ranch, Shrettuce, and Tomato on Brioche.

  • Signature Burgers

  • Wake N Bake $19.00

    NY Cheddar, Brown Sugar Bacon, Drippy Egg, Micky D's Hashbrown, Brooklyn Soft Roll. Served with Handcut Fries.

  • Jive Turkey Burger $18.00

    House ground turkey burger, swiss, garlic sauteed spinach, tzatziki, green leaf, brooklyn soft roll.

  • Official Fully $19.00

    Official. Fully. Vegan. Beyond patty, chipotle dijonnaise, pickles, sautéed onions, green leaf, Brooklyn soft roll. Served with a side salad (not fries) to keep with that vegan life.

  • Parmesan Crusted Burger $19.00

    Swiss, pickled onions, tomato, chipotle mayo, parm crusted sourdough.

  • Spicetown USA $19.00

    Blackened Cajun Burger, Pepperjack, Jalapenos, Chipotle Mayo, Fried Onion Strings, Lettuce, Tomato on a Brooklyn Soft Roll.

  • Daddy Mac $19.00

    American cheese, thousand island dressing, LTPO (come on you can figure this out) , Funyuns, Brooklyn soft roll.

  • Peanut Butter Burger $18.00

    Creamy peanut butter, brown sugar bacon, New York cheddar, Brooklyn soft roll.

  • Greens

  • The Fatty Caesar $15.00

    We love a well dressed Caesar. Chopped Romaine, A Lot of Caesar Dressing, Fresh Parmesan and Garlic Herbed Parmesan Breadcrumbs. Add some Chopped Egg because it’s good. (Dressing will be served on the side for delivery and takeout to preserve that expensive greenery)

  • The Public Salad $15.00

    Arcadian greens, cucumber, fried avocado, mango/black bean salsa, tortilla crisps, tossed in our lemon vinaigrette dressing.

Harlem Public Details

  • From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Onsite services
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Sports
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • College students
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Planning

  • Accepts reservations
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Children

  • High chairs
  • Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking

Harlem Public Photos

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Harlem Public Location

Harlem Public

3612 Broadway, New York, NY 10031, USA

Harlem Public Reviews

An average rating of ★4.5 from 2189 user reviews.

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