Sylvia's Queen of Soul Food
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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).
Opening hours
| Monday | 11AM–8PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11AM–8PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM–10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM–10PM |
| Friday | 11AM–10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM–10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM–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.
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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