Mouth Watering Soul Food in NYC

Good morning, NY, and happy almost Turkey Day!

While many of us are getting ready to eat 3 meals too many tomorrow, we thought this would be the perfect time to bring you our soul food edition.

Now, if you’ve ever thought New York City couldn’t do soul food right, please… let us prove you wrong.

These two spots below will help transport you to the south (and possibly the Caribbean?) to get you that soul food you’ve been counting on to help warm you up this season.

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Amy Ruth’s

A Southern Staple in Harlem

Amy Ruth’s, nestled in Harlem, is a true gem for anyone craving authentic Southern comfort food with a New York twist.

Here’s why this place deserves a spot on your must-try list.

First Impressions

When you first walk in, you’re greeted with warm cornbread instead of the usual bread basket.

It’s fluffy, buttery, and so good you might be tempted to ask for seconds before your main course even arrives.

The walls are lined with portraits of icons, setting the stage for a meal that’s both satisfying and steeped in history.

What to Order

The menu is stacked with soul food classics and fried fish options that make choosing tough.

But a standout dish? The fried whiting served with collard greens and candied yams.

The fish is crispy and seasoned to perfection, while the sides bring a balance of earthy and sweet flavors that hit all the right notes.

For drinks, even in a city that doesn’t typically do sweet tea, Amy Ruth’s Arnold Palmer is a revelation.

It’s sweet, tangy, and indulgent enough to feel like dessert in a glass.

The Experience

The food isn’t just good—it’s plate-clearing, take-some-home-with-you good.

It’s rare to find soul food in the North that rivals the best of the South, but Amy Ruth’s delivers.

From Alabama to Texas, this spot holds its own against some of the best Southern kitchens.

Social handles: Google Maps: 4.3 | Yelp: 3.9 | Instagram 📷

Somethin’ on Myrtle

Brooklyn’s Brunch and Dinner Haven

Soul food is taking its rightful spot at the table on Sundays and Mondays at one of Brooklyn’s standout restaurants.

Here’s what allowed Somethin’ on Myrtle to earn a spot on our top 2 list.

The Soul Food Takeover

On Sundays and Mondays, the soul food menu steals the show with unlimited mimosas and crave-worthy dishes.

The fried lamb chops? A savory masterpiece.

Their seafood bowls are packed with flavor, and crab legs start at just $5 on Mondays—a deal that’s hard to beat.

But the real stars of the menu are the sweet and savory options like the soft, stuffed salmon paired with sides like mac and cheese and candied yams.

Asian Fusion Still in the Mix

However, the Asian fusion favorites will still be on the menu.

The menu features juicy lobster fried rice and orange chicken that’s absolutely to die for.

It’s the best of both worlds, and your table might just end up ordering from both menus because it’s too hard to choose.

The Perfect Spot to Gather

This is the kind of place where the food is so good, you can’t help but share.

It’s perfect for catching up with friends, enjoying the endless mimosas, and indulging in dish after dish.

Whether you’re there for the soulful classics or the Asian-inspired favorites, you’ll find yourself eating and eating… and eating some more.

Social handles: Google Maps: 4.1 | Yelp: 4.2 | Instagram 📷

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