The food was great and the decor was very unique! The service was quick and friendly.

Eclectic decor, cute brunch place. Definitely pretty touristy but not a bad place to get a Full Irish Breakfast for the first time. However, after trying it at different places I realized theirs wasn't that great. Initial impression was 4 stars but after trying different Full Irishes I bumped it down. I didn't like my blood pudding -- and that's not because I don't like blood pudding, but theirs was incredibly dry and difficult to eat. But the Belfast Bap was a great sandwich. Nice place to sit after a long train ride to Dublin. Waitress was super kind and cheerful as well. read more

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We escaped the Saturday night party crowd and decided to try Harlem on a whim. Lit by taper candles, this sweet and cozy restaurant was lovely for dinner on a chilly night. It's vibey enough for a date, girls catching up for drinks, but there were also families with young kids who were separated enough that they did not pose a distraction to the former groups. (There's even a kids menu) The boxty was excellent! read more

Adorable decor, saucy staff , fun music, delicious breakfast & mimosa! Everything about this place is perfect! read more

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The two woman working here were extremely kind and helpful. The two men working were very rude.

A gem. This is another review I have had in my drafts for awhile, because I needed time to fully think about how to put into words the amazing experience we had dining here. Traveling all around Ireland, we learned the concept of Irish 'staples', such as Irish Breakfasts, will vary from region to region. It was a delightful experience tasting the varieties, comparing eats. Harlem took the crown for the most amazing Irish Breakfast! Locating in the heart of the city, tucked away, it is a hidden gem. The inside area is gorgeous-beautiful, cozy decor, I walked in and felt transported. The wait staff weren't the friendliest, but the restaurant was very busy-I think they were just having an off-crazy busy-day. The coffee was nothing special, you had to pay to get milk or cream, and no refills, so that was a bit disappointing, but the Ulster fry made up for it. The reasonable price, and LARGE portion size, was reassuring as hungry as we were. Everything was super fresh. The potato cakes were fluffy, dense, moist, and crisp all in one! The beans were the first beans I actually ate instead of trading away for more black pudding, and the tomato felt like it was fresh picked from a garden outside. A MUST DINE read more

I was looking for a breakfast place in Belfast that served a nice Ulster fry and this little gem popped up. Its located right in the heart of the tourist area so a quick walk from most of the hotels. What a beautiful, cozy restaurant! Service was fantastic, and can I just say the decor in this place was outa this world! I got my Ulster fry, and it was amazing. Perfect portion size and quite tasty. The prices were quite reasonable too. If you are ever in Belfast, you must visit this place. Even if it's a bit out of the way, it'll be worth it!! read more

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Loved it! This a super cool restaurant with a funky vibe to it. The food was high quality and the service was good. Loved the candelabras one the tables and the art on the walls. Also loved that they served high quality Drayne's milk. The best in Ireland. read more

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Burger was excellent and HUGE! Tuna melt was good as well. Be sure you have plenty of time in your schedule if you want to eat here. We were there for a little over two hours. read more

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I had been to Harlem once before, when visiting the Belfast Beer Festival in the Ulster Hall a few years ago. The Festival catering that year didn't appeal to me as it had in some other years and so I decided to eat elsewhere. It was raining extremely heavily that day and so I made a run for the nearest eatery i.e. Harlem, where I had a much more pleasant lunch than what was on offer at the festival. I'm not sure why I hadn't explored Harlem further before now but I was spurred to do so by the board proclaiming "Come in & try the worst salad one woman on Tripadvisor ever had in her life". I went along to Harlem and when the waiter gave me the menu I just said that I already knew what I wanted - the supposedly worst salad, whereupon I was asked what I wanted with it. The choice definitely included both prawns and salmon and I think tuna, possibly chicken, but no vegetarian option. I chose the salmon and also ordered an Americano. About the coffee, I noticed one reviewer commenting about stingy milk rationing. Well, I judge my coffee quality by how much milk I need to put in it for reasons other than temperature. The better it is, the less milk I want. In Harlem's case, I used barely enough milk to colour the coffee and most of the milk stayed in the small jug. The salad arrived, presented very photogenically in a hierarchical arrangement of large and small crocks on a board with wheaten, salmon, butter and a slice of lemon. This wasn't simply style over substance; it was really nice food. Now this is a matter of preference but I would have liked a dose of Balsamic vinegar on this (just the vinegar, as opposed to dressing). However, that is a minor point. As salads go, this is definitely a good one. For someone to call it the worst salad that she ever had in her life, I'd be interested to know what she calls a good one. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowUserReviews-g186470-d1861385-r418415061-Harlem_Cafe-Belfast_Northern_Ireland.html# read more

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Becoming go to for refreshments, drinks, food. Staff very good but only downside is communication! Always get order mixed up and chase staff but busy place and staff try hard and always make up for forgetting. Great food and best wee spot in Belfast read more

Harlem is pretty into itself, but it's an aesthetic that needs that kind of commitment. It's very Alice in Wonderland - my dad was greatly intrigued by the kitsch decor which he isn't exposed to very much! Even on a Sunday afternoon at 2pm it's still the brunch menu, which was a little disappointing for me as brunch isn't really my thing. They were doing sandwiches though. In the end I opted for a superfood salad which was basically every single salad item in a massive bowl. It didn't have quite enough dressing for me, and some of the flavour combinations were pretty weird (e.g. olives and blueberries!) but you couldn't fault them on the range of ingredients. My dad seemed to enjoy his Ulster Fry although I didn't think it was the best I've seen. Service very friendly and prompt. read more

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Most delicious breakfast! I had the poached eggs with sausage on toast, AMAZING!! My sister got the red velvet pancakes with banana, I don't usually care for red velvet but I tried a bite, I would order it for myself! The coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice were delicious as well!! The atmosphere was on the noisier side which we didn't mind and the service was quick and friendly!! read more

A brunch spot, literally a stone's throw away from my AirBNB. In a more local, college-type part of the city. Coming on a weekend morning was a terrible choice, as the craziness only amplified as breakfast ensued. If I'm every here next, weekdays are definitely the move. If you're a foreigner like myself, get the most Irish breakfast possible. Your tastebuds will think Belfast, but your eyes (giving the decor) will totally think Brooklyn. And that's a good thing! read more

Highly Recommend! One of the best restaurants in Belfast to try. Very close to the city center! Harlem restaurant opened in September 2009, and it was the same time I came to Belfast. It has been ten years now~ Irish Breakfast for me and Smoked Salmon is my mum's favorite. The pancake comes with dish has been roasted, It is super delicious! read more

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Stopped in for brunch today and was very impressed. What a fabulous looking restaurant. The decor is masterfully done and creates a welcoming environment. Very stimulating and comforting. Had the poached egg breakfast with bacon and enjoyed it immensely. Met the owner who was working as hard as the serving staff. She is really someone who takes pride in her restaurant. I overheard so many customers complimenting her on a job well done. I would certainly recommend this to anyone visiting the city. read more

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Great breakfast had the Irish breakfast fray. Delicious! Also had salmon and spinach. Omelet which was tasty as well, great ambiance and good coffee. read more

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Wow I don't know how to express how much I enjoyed my time here! I brought my mum for afternoon tea as a treat for Mother's Day and we were not disappointed. Gorgeous table decorated in a vintage style with sandwiches and sweet treats, we ordered a bottle of Prosecco for the table which came in the most amazing wine cooler.....took us hours and still we couldn't eat everything put in front of us (doggy bag needed). We ordered a wee cocktail after and were pleasantly surprised by the quality...very nice and reasonably priced at £6 each. Can't speak highly enough of the staff who talked us through the drinks and made recommendations for dinner if we fancied staying on lol Will defo be back to this little gem of a place for dinner and would be more than happy to recommend to friends anytime :) read more

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Harlem is a funny old place, a bit all over the place to be honest, in terms of décor, but it always seems to pull in the lunchtime punters. On my most recent visit to Harlem I made the mistake of ambling in the door in the midst of the lunchtime rush and perhaps this was my first mistake. I asked the obviously busy waitress if there was any chance we could get a table for two and she sat us at a large round table in the centre of the café. This was grand until 5 minutes later she also sat two businessmen with us - I don't they were overly impressed, especially not with our standard of chat. At first I was fine with our new lunch guests being in such close proximity but it became clear that they weren't enamored and this made things a wee bit strange. This strange experience shouldn't take away from what is an amazing City centre lunch spot. I ordered the daily special which was Salmon Sweet Chili Noodles - the quality was exquisite and the speed at which I got the grub was even better. To top it all off it was under £6. The staff are great but as mentioned they are clearly rushed off their feet at lunchtime. So be patient and you'll have a better experience. My advice to anyone thinking of going to Harlem for lunch would be to go early or go late otherwise you could end up lunching with unintentional guests. read more

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So at some local awards this place won best cafe in Belfast 2016. Went for afternoon tea. Which was lovely. They laid the table with proper tea cloth and had all fine china etc. Tea pots where huge. Got 2 between three of us. Also go 2 finger slice sarnys and filled croissant. They has a good amount of filling in them and nice stuf too. Not the usual afternoon tea rotten fillings. Also go a massive scone,eaten mess and three tray bakes. Scone was nice. Eaten mess was a bit chewy instead of crunch and traybakes where ok. Decent price of £14.95 each. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I like the quirky setting and nice lighting. The place is very spacious and has good big tables. The other food looked lovely. Though think it's a bit pricey. If I was in town I would probably opt for other places. £8.95 for a filled baguette is a bit steep. read more

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Excellent wee cafe for a quick breakfast. Interesting place, great photos on the wall, good menu. Poached eggs on toasted soda and excellent coffee. Set up for the day now. Ok Belfast, what you got? read more

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Came here for breakfast at 8am before joining a Game of Thrones tour. The interior decoration is beautifully done and instagram worthy. I ordered the veggie breakfast which was very delicious and quite filling, at a very reasonable price. There was a mix of regulars (dressed in suits) and visitors that came for breakfast. It wasn't busy at all by the time I left at 9am on a Monday morning. Note: you'll need to pay for your bill at the counter as they don't bring the check to your table. Would highly recommend dining here. read more

Renowned for the business brunch or lunch, Harlem is positioned in a prime spot for many of the legal and financial services firms. You are almost guaranteed to spot someone you know if you work in that area. Due to it's overwhelming popularity I would recommend you book a table, as we ended up sharing a table with strangers today - except not actually because it turned out I knew one of them obviously. The service at peak times is understandably slow, but the quirky decorations leave you with more than enough to look at to pass the time should your date or meeting prove too mundane to listen to. With daily specials taking my fancy more often than not, I am normally guaranteed to get something a little different each time. The food is much better than your average lunch, with the extensive menu providing yummy food to suit even the fussiest of eaters. If you are in a larger group make sure you pre-order to save time and energy (I recommend writing down what people ordered to prevent that inevitable person taking fancy to someone else's or forgetting their order) read more

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My husband and I both had the tuna melt and unfortunately we both got very sick that evening. The place is adorable and there was live music, but the food was a disappointment. read more

I think Harlem's about to fall to the "curse of Bedford St; like all the restaurants before it based in that particular spot, it will most likely fail. But the spot itself can't be blamed. Rather, I blame the fact that it takes 10 minutes for staff to come near you when you sit down, the fact that it seems to be staffed mostly by petulant teenage girls who wouldn't know customer service if it bit them in the arse and a very bland menu. The decor does little to add to it, with uncomfortable chairs and tables, I'd give it no stars if Yelp would let me. Bland menus and uncomfortable chairs I can put up with-but cheeky brat teenagers for waitresses? NO. read more

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Delightful cafe with reasonably priced, high-quality breakfasts. Beautifully decorated with tons of old clocks and things. The breakfast special was so good we went back a second day. My "go-to" place for brekkie in Belfast. read more

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This place is AMAZING!! I went here today for breakfast and I swear I would make a return trip to Belfast just to visit Harlem. I love the mis matched furniture look and the walls were covered in photos (in particular I loved the Elvis one!). We were seated straight away and the staff could not have been nicer. I ordered porridge with fresh fruits and honey which was so delicious. Honestly the best bowl of porridge I have ever had! I ordered a peppermint tea which arrived in the most amazing teapot (I wanted to take it home with me) and it gave me 4 cups of tea! As a tea lover, this made me very happy indeed! The staff were incredible! The waiter was so helpful and took the time to draw me a little map of tea shops so.I could get my hands on some tea blends. His recommendations were excellent! For breakfast,lunch, dinner or a quick drink/snack Harlem is definitely worth a visit. I wish I could take this place home with me!! read more

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Harlem Cafe is right beside the Ulster Hall. You would think this would make it a great place for a restaurant to be, it could be the perfect place to go before seeing the Ulster Orchestra or any number of the shows hosted at the historic venue. It's also right in the middle of a pretty busy business district and the employee's need somewhere to eat? Right? Despite all these very good reasons to have a place here Harlem café is the latest in a long line of businesses on this plot all doing the same thing but failing. But I think Harlem is here for the long haul. It's not went for anything to brash, like the Wild Willys Steak house (on the same location), its went for a look that is just interesting. The walls are covered in great local photography as well as pictures of some blues legends, the seating is laid out so that you always have room and most importantly the food is great. I had the Ulster fry which they got spot on. The waiting staff were really approachable and friendly and had a good knowledge of the simple, well laid out menu they had to offer. Hopefully, Harlem will be around for a lot longer than its predecessors. read more

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What can I say about Harlem Cafe? Well, very simply - try the Club Sandwich. You won't be able to move afterwards, but when you're in such lovely surroundings, what does it matter? The comfy sofas are great and there's always something to look at among the pictures on the walls. The chef also hand-makes all the traybakes on a daily basis, so definitely make a point of getting a bun for afters. They also offer gluten-free deserts a lot of the time, so if you're wheat-intolerant, speak up! The service can be a bit slow, but I think that's only because the staff are so attentive with their customers, so it's forgivable. It is also pricey for a cafe. The Club Sandwich will set you back about £7, but if you ask me, it's worth it. Because of where it's situated, there are generally business meetings going on (I used to work next door in the Ulster Hall and loved it when someone suggested taking a meeting over there!). This means that it's rarely empty - always a good sign, right? read more

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Excellent location, excellent food and wonderful staff, this place is a must for visitors and locals alike. This café is located in an area where it's predecessors have not been able to compete successfully in the area which is swamped with café's and restaurants. However Harlem's is just brilliant. Upon entering the café we were greeted with a very polite smile and asked where we would like to sit. Looking around we noticed how the place was very tastefully decorated with fantastic local photography. After reviewing the menu our orders were taken very quickly and because of the great reviews I'd heard about the club sandwiches I decided I'd try it for myself. As with Judith's review, the club sandwich was amazing, and the bread was so soft and fresh. We got chips as a side with this and we were so full leaving but the sluggishness afterwards was definitely worth it. I'm definitely planning to go back again and recommending this place to my friends. read more

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I was in Belfast for an exam which had a lunch break scheduled but didn't provide lunch. So I had passed this place on the way to the exam and thought it looked charming and I popped in. I started with a tea, which was served in a proper size pot- 3 cups worth! I ordered the burger with cheddar, onion and relish. It was fabulous! First, the burger was a handmade patty, not one of those frozen premade things. It came on a brioche bun and was served with a side of chips- a bit too much food for me but I realise most people like that! The restaurant itself had a charming cafe feel to it. Service was nice and friendly. I'd go back. read more

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I found this wee gem courtesy of Yelp when looking for places that offer gluten free and i was not dissapointed. The menu clearly states what items can be made gluten free and i chose the egg breakfast with bacon. My sever was happy to swap the tomato for mushrooms. The eggs were delicious. .. really creamy and generous portion sized. The bacon was cooked to perfection and i honestly could not have faulted anything. A lovely quirky wee venue with lovely informative staff. A must visit when in belfast! read more

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This place was awesome! We had the full Irish breakfast! And topped it off with the luxury hot chocolate mmmm! I noticed they had all old R&B music playing and the decor was of the likes of Billie Holliday and Elvis! Thoroughly enjoyed the meal and ambiance. read more

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This place is amazing from the coffees to the hot chocolates. We had the all day breakfast, poached eggs and the red velvet Nutella strawberries pancakes. A M A Z I N G!! Food presentation was so beautiful and the food tasted as good as it looked. So good the barista is extremely talented. Such a great choice for breakfast. We are already planning our trip back for lunch. read more

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We went for breakfast to Harlem cafe before the circuit breaker. Good food, nice atmosphere and friendly staff

Walking around the city we went to the tourist information office and looking for recommendations of where we could eat a freshly made brunch, and someone recommended Harlem which is 10 seconds away from our hotel. We were delighted! A stack of 3 small pancakes which wasn't a lot therefore I ordered a second portion. Small but busy cafe, staff were okay and the food was good. The pancakes with honey and fresh fruit was great. read more

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Awesome!! We ate here twice on our visit to Belfast! Beautiful cafe! Delicious food and Very Friendly Customer Service! Definitely recommend! read more

A beautiful and quirky café. Tables of different sizes, plenty of frames on the walls and as many lights as possible! All the lights create an incredible atmosphere! Love it! Their coffee is really nice, latte art and all that we can expect on a cup of coffee! Food is also gorgeous and really nice portions! Probably a bit more expensive than other places but taken into account that it is fresh and the place itself, so it is worth it! From focaccia to sandwiches and crumble, everything that I ate so far was really nice! It's not a restaurant but they have a big selection of food, like panini, sandwiches, baguettes, wraps, soups and a bistro section where they have more food options! Staff is also really polite and friendly! One time I had a problem with my meal and the way that they dealt with it was really professional, they do look after their customers! It might sometimes take a bit of time to take a payment at the table, so I normally go to the counter if in a rush! Lovely decor, good food and nice coffee make this a great place! read more

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This restaurant was recommended for breakfast by one of the front Desk guys at the Europa hotel. I was dying for an omelette and my husband and I both ordered one it came with toast and I asked for butter and jam. I found it was very good and if I lived here I would go back again. read more

Excellent spot in Belfast. Wonderful location, with good quality food. The service could be better, as some of the staff were either not competent at taking food orders. The interesting thing to note about this spot is the ever changing decor and the tv personalities who eat here, (it is located near BBC). read more