Harlem Hops is an African American owned and operated beer bar offering beer from local breweries…read moreand other breweries where the owner seeks and hunts. This is a place to find rare beer not ordinarily seen elsewhere. This was my first visit and I must have walked past Harlem Hops innumerable times along Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard in Harlem. This time I caught myself walking past on a beautiful Saturday with a five second delay and turned around and walked into Harlem Hops. Initially I thought I'll have a beer and keep it moving. I ordered a canned Hefeweizen, Deep Fried Highlighter Hefeweizen. Yep, that's the name and it was great. It supposed to have a banana note, but that was barely detectable. The clove note was there and it rode the top of this summer Hefeweizen nicely. Given this is one of the canned beers, they may have this anytime. Then I had American Pale Ale on tap, another great choice for a summer day: crisp, refreshing, cloudy light amber in color and unfiltered reminding you of a Hefeweizen. It has a slight citrus fruity flavor to my palate. There are sixteen taps. The taps change with the kegs, the season and what the owner sources from local breweries and beyond. Meanwhile, I'm having good conversations with folks who are regulars and the woman behind the bar, giving great recommendations. I forget the woman's name, but she is great. You can sample whatever they have on tap. She is good at understanding your taste profile and making recs. They also have a limited food menu. There is a backyard patio or garden and one can sit outside in front on the sidewalk. The dark interior is nice and cool on a summer day. The bathroom was clean as well. Four stars!

I was really excited to find this little place. It was quiet when I was there on Saturday…read moreafternoon, but heard that it picks up later on in the day. It was nice for me, though, because I got a chance to chat with the woman who tends to the bar and really explore their ample beer and ale offerings. They have an extraordinary selection with lots of things that I have not run into before. They tend to focus on local breweries. I found a couple of things I really like. I look forward to returning and trying some more of their ales.

The churro pretzel was good but unfortunately that is the only thing we found to be good! We tried…read morethe Al pastor and shawarma tacos. The al pastor tacos were terrible and the shawarma ones may have been better if the meat wasn't old. The meat was very dried out and wasn't even hot. The personal pretzel and queso were okay at best but not something I'd ever buy again. Was so excited to find this place since it is fully vegan but I won't be returning.

Friendly, easy place!…read more Not really a fan of their lunch sliders, was still hungry (and I don't even eat that much food at a time, in the first place); not sure if I was food poisoned by this either So obviously, review is only for their beer selection. I'm choosing to ignore the food part.

This is another somewhat new spot in Harlem whose vibe I can't quite grasp, mainly because I'm not…read moresure who they're trying to attract. It feels like a coffee shop, bar, café, lounge and pre-party stop all at once. The bar staff were "nightclub friendly", they had party energy that this place doesn't warrant. They'd make fun hosts for a great party. The space itself is confusing in an interesting way. It's cold from the tiles and exposed pipes, yet warm from the wooden walls and historic decorative figures. Maybe the idea is that you show up with your group and shape the experience into whatever you want it to be. Still, I'm of the opinion that it's a shared effort. If I'm coming out and spending my money, I deserve an experience. Let me know who you are, and I can decide if you pass my vibe check. This mystified, vaguely eclectic, "we're different but won't say how" approach makes it harder to give new places a chance. I don't see a long shelf life for this one, but hey, I'm just a customer. Came, saw... ehhh.

Came here on a Wednesday night during happy hour. A friend suggested this spot, mentioned it was…read moreher go to spot and I could see why. The place is narrow but long and def maximize the space which made it feel big. Got a couple Narragansett Lagers ($6 each) to start and the Spanish & artichoke dip ($16) which was really good and it's served with sliced buttered baguette bread that was toasted which was a great compliment. Also got a Kentucky mule ($17) which was solid and pretty strong. They also have a backyard patio with seating, def a chill vibe. I could see why this is my friends go to spot. This is now my go to spot if I'm ever around the area lol Highly recommend this spot for chill night with good convo. * Everyday Happy Hour * Street parking * Good service * Can be kinda LOUD outside the surrounding area (ain't no music on) but quiet inside

Awesome spot for amazing variety of beers. I love cider and they had a whole fridge dedicated to…read morethem. You get to explore many local brewery's and get away from a boring routine. If you like beer this place is amazing offering so many choices at different price points. Very affordable.

First time and I will make a point to be back! The bar tender was kind, knowledgeable and made…read moregreat selections along with having cute hair. The options felt endless and everything is a good price.

This place is great. I've been here quite a few times and the food and service has always been…read moregreat. However, today my chicken sandwich was a bit thin. I told the bartender and the owner came over and asked how she could make it better. She was very sweet about the whole ordeal and suggested another piece of chicken and I accepted. She's also super personable with her regulars. And as I'm typing this she came over and said "I was doing to comp you a beer but you've already paid." So I took her up on a third

We came for a quick lunch and it wasn't busy at all. It's a relatively small beer bar with a big…read moremenu. We shared the fried chicken sandwich and veggie burger. Both were good! A solid spot in the area.

Small but mighty. Came from brunch on a Sunday and def would come back for the cod fritters and…read moreshrimp and grits again. The grits were very smooth and creamy, with big prawns. The cod fritter you definitely taste the cod and the tartar sauce was divine. Oh and the plantain with lime salt was interesting, not your typical gooey sweet plantains, worth a try. Love the ambiance and vibe. Saturday nights they have a live DJ! Very friendly service. Great flavor profile, a great spot to try if you find yourself in Harlem.

Food and service were very good, and decor and lighting were very welcoming and cozy. This is a…read moregreat place for young or energetic people who prefer a vibe with loud music and don't mind speaking loud to each others rather than enjoy meals with easy conversation. I also found some of the main dish over priced for a small portion, and I wish they served a dish that has heavy sauce with rice or bread, rather than leaving it to the customer to know and order sides to soak up the sauce. If it was a quieter place, I would definitely return.

Where the heck did this spot come from? It felt like it appeared out of thin air. One day it was…read morenot on my radar and the next thing you know my friend brings me there and now I keep dropping by like I live around the corner. I have gone with friends and I have gone solo. It works perfectly either way. This place is like your essential neighborhood dive bar, but with taste. If Tom's Restaurant had a cool, younger cousin who knew everything about beer, it would be this spot. It has that loyal following energy, the kind of place people in the know appreciate long before it becomes famous on a tourist list. They are known for their craft beer and let me tell you, they have a ton of it. I am not even into craft beer like that, but I like to experiment. At the rate I am going, it will take me about a year to get through all the options. Maybe two years if I behave responsibly. The food is great too. I think they have special days with unique menus or events once in a while because the times I went, something interesting was happening. Even on normal days, everything was on point. The fries alone are worth stopping in for. Simple, delicious, and dangerous. And the meals are well portioned, which is rare for a craft beer bar. What I really like is the vibe. You can come alone and mind your business or you can chat with a friendly patron. It does not matter. The spot builds community without trying too hard. In good weather they have a bit of seating out front. Do not let the neighborhood scare you off. The staff is excellent and the atmosphere is homey and comfortable. I am giving these folks a solid five. They deserve it. I need to drop by again soon for some comfort food and a drink. Cheers.

Great place! This is really the gem of Harlem! Great…read morecustomer service! Great stuffs! Ask him to let you taste the beers and you'll have that and he's patient with everyone! Great price too!

I really liked this place. The vibe is super cozy, a little quirky, and honestly just feels like a…read morefun place to hang out. We got the Winnie Smash with fries, wings, and a Caesar salad. The burger was probably my favorite -- juicy, filling, and exactly what I wanted. The wings were really good too, crispy and flavorful, and the Caesar salad was actually a nice surprise. I got the Happy Trial for my drink and I genuinely don't know how to explain the taste but it worked for me so much Overall, really cute spot, good food, good drinks, and a chill atmosphere. I'd definitely come back with friends.

I came here with a friend after finding this spot on Google while searching for a bar that served…read moregood food. I noticed the great ratings along with all the reviews and photos of the burger, so we decided to check it out. We ended up getting a table in the back room by the windows. The place has a very chill vibe. I also noticed they provide Uno cards, and a few people were playing while enjoying their drinks. I already knew what I was getting, the Winnie Smash ($18), a double-patty smash burger that comes with a house-style mac sauce and fries. The burger was solid, and I really enjoyed the crispy fries. I also ordered a side of BBQ sauce ($1.50). I washed it all down with a couple of draft beers. Overall, I had a good experience and would recommend this place if you're looking for good food and drinks in a laid-back atmosphere. * Street parking * Sunday Football special

A great dive bar vibe on the UWS -- they have a great and HH deal on Aperol Spritz. A shuffleboard…read morechallenge for a free shot, plenty of seating, nice bartender... what's not to love!

A nice bar to stop by if you need a good drink. One of those places where it seems everyone knows…read moreeveryone so get ready for the chance of everyone looking at you as you walk in if you aren't from around here. I came here recently with my uncle who lives down the street and my sister. He immediately knew half the place as well as all the staff. The place was very nicely lit with some cool things hanging on the walls. They also have some cool shirts that they sell but I didn't buy any because I didn't need more clothes. The drink prices are pretty reasonable and I decided to get a Tito's mule for $12 bucks. The drink was pretty strong and had a nice crisp ginger flavor without it being overpowering like other places that I have had them. The staff was very laid back and didn't offer much but I liked it like that because it helped me feel like I didn't need to make small talk while I was there enjoying my drink!

Jessica was so amazing she really made my besties birthday special. Love her and the restaurant!!!read more

The DJ, drinks and the people watching! Perfect place to hang on a summer day. Music pumping and…read moreeveryone's out enjoying the weather. I always get the black bean burger because there aren't a ton of veggie options and it is actually pretty good! Black bean burgers have the tendency to be dry but they nailed it. Drinks are great: We've had the espresso martini, golden goose and Harlem love punch, all tasty. Service is quick and servers are pleasant. Always a good time here.