Hot Spot: Harlem Shake

100 W 124th St.

Harlem, USA

Harlem Shake has slowly been growing in popularity recently, and when I noticed they had veggie burger options and a great new outdoor patio, I had to give them a try.

Harlem Shake takes you back in time with its vintage look from the 50′s. One of the first things that impressed me was the customer service. From making reservations, to placing orders during dinner, they definitely go out of their way to make you feel special. The night I stopped by I was beginning my night-long birthday bar crawl through Harlem. August, the manager, made sure we started the party off right with a few glasses of complimentary Red Wine. This aint no Shake Shack!

I ordered the Jerk Fry burger (substituted the beef pattie with the veggie) which frankly taste like heaven! It comes with a nice serving of jerk fries on top. I was a little leery of eating something too spicy but this burger has just the right amount of kick. Is the food a little on the expensive side? Yes. But damn if it’s not worth it! Didn’t get to enjoy the famous Shakes as we were partying with wine and beer options. Your wine choices are Cheap, Good and Bougie – cheap being a nice pour of Pinot.

The newly opened outside patio had plenty of seating and I loved the open air design overlooking the outside dining area. Great Soul & R&B music was playing throughout adding to the great vibe. I had out-of-town guest with me as well and they certainly were impressed.