Sylvia's Queen of Soul Food

Harlem

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Sylvia's was founded by Sylvia Woods in 1962 and is Harlem's best-known soul food restaurant, on Malcolm X Boulevard (Lenox Avenue).

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Opening hours

Weekly opening hours for Sylvia's Queen of Soul Food
Monday11AM–8PM
Tuesday11AM–8PM
Wednesday11AM–10PM
Thursday11AM–10PM
Friday11AM–10PM
Saturday11AM–10PM
Sunday11AM–8PM

Last checked October 19, 2026. Holiday and seasonal hours may differ, so call ahead or check the restaurant's own site before a special trip.

Best for

  • Lunch: Harlem soul-food landmark, open from 11AM. (Lunch daily)

Getting to Harlem

125 St is served by the 2, 3 (Lenox Av), A, B, C, D (St Nicholas Av) and 4, 5, 6 (Lexington Av). 116 St (2, 3 and B, C) and 145 St (A, B, C, D and 1, 3) cover the rest.

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