MORNINGSIDE MANHATTANVILLE HAMILTON HEIGHTS HEIGHTS EXPLORE WEST HARLEM www.explorewestharlem.com june 2017 Edition A MESSAGE frOM NYWCC President Quenia Abreu Explore West Harlem! Discover our beautiful neighborhoods: Hamilton Heights, Manhattanville and Morningside Heights. I invite you to visit, eat, shop, learn and enjoy all that West Harlem has to off er. Experience our diverse culture, our people, our art, our food, our many parks and historical sites. Come and Explore Hamilton Heights, named after Alexander Hamilton, who built his only residence (the Hamilton Grange) in this beautiful neighborhood and who was the inspiration for the hit Broadway musical- Hamilton. Take a walk through City College of the City University of New York, the the nation’s fi rst free public institution and the alma mater to 10 Nobel Laureates. If you enjoy architecture, take a moment to marvel in the beauty of the Hamilton Terrace where you will fi nd some of the oldest townhouses in the city. Visit the Hispanic Society Museum, which is dedicated to the work of artists including, Diego Velázquez, Francisco de Goya, El Greco, and Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida. Take a swim or skate the rink at Riverbank Park or bring your children for story telling at the Sugar Hill Children’s Museum. Explore Manhattanville! Take a bicycle ride or stroll on the Harlem Piers. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy some of the most beautiful views, and do not forget to sample some of the wonderful restaurants. Explore Morningside Heights! Known as the home of Columbia University, Teachers College, Barnard College, the Manhattan School of Music, Bank Street College of Education, Jewish Theological Seminary of America, and Interchurch Center. Relish in the beauty of the majestic Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Riverside Church and the General Grant National Memorial. Explore our many new restaurants, which refl ect cuisines from all over the world … just take your pick and bring your appetite! Join us for a sit down meal or grab a quick bite on the go. We are here to please your palate. Let your taste buds have a ball! Explore West Harlem and make sure you bring your family and friends, I guarantee you are going to have fun because In West Harlem we have it all! 2 EXPLORE WEST HARLEM A MESSAGE frOM NYC COUNCILMEMBER MARK LEVINE Welcome to one of the most vibrant, diverse and exciting neighborhoods in our city - West Harlem. No matter what it is you are looking to do - spend a day exploring nationally renowned monuments, take a walk in some of the most exquisite parks New York City has to off er, shop and dine in one of the many exciting small businesses, or visit a wonderful museum - we have it all here. As you explore this incredible new guide you will fi nd that our community is bursting with culture, creativity, and diversity. From our art, to our food, to our architecture, there are so many amazing things to see and do in our neighborhoods. I invite you to come for an hour, a day or a weekend and discover all that West Harlem has to off er. NeighborHOOD INFORMATION West Harlem includes the neighborhoods of Morningside Heights, Manhattanville, and Hamilton Heights. Extending from 110th Street to 155th Street, our boundaries are Cathedral Parkway on the south; 155th Street on the north; Manhattan, Morningside, St Nicholas, Bradhurst, and Edgecombe Avenues on the east; and the Hudson River on the west. Manhattan Community Board #9 16-18 Old Broadway NY, NY 10027 t. (212) 864-6200 MTA SUBWAYS MTA BUSES M3, M4, M5, M11, M60, M100, M101, M104, BX06, BX19 EXPLORE WEST HARLEM 3 AMIGOS 2888 Broadway NY, NY 10025 t. (212) 864-1143 Come to Amigos to savor mouthwatering tacos, burritos, fajitas, lip-smacking margaritas and fi shbowls, along with exciting specials from rotating chefs. AMIR’s Grill 2911A Broadway NY, NY 10025 t. (212) 749-7500 Amir’s has been serving their family recipes of Middle Eastern and Vegetarian dishes in the community since 1971. ANCHOR WINE BAR 3508 Broadway NY, NY 10031 t. (212) 234-3084 Cafe One A refi ned choice spotlighting classic Italian dishes, Anchor Wine Bar off ers a vast wine selection and an upscale brunch. BONO TRATTORIA AT THE WALLACE 3658 Broadway NY, NY 10031 3612 Broadway NY, NY 10031 t. (646) 682-9249 t. (212) 234-6896 Bono brings fl avorful Italian cuisine to Beer & grilled cheese sandwiches served uptown NYC in a comfortable and rustic in a lively bar with quirky decor & parlor atmosphere. Enjoy their authentic Italian games. food and delicious brick oven pizza. BEttolona Bus STOP DINER 3143 Broadway NY, NY 10027 3341 Broadway NY, NY 10031 t. (212) 749-1125 t. (212) 690-2150 Casual neighborhood Italian eatery with A long-time local eatery, the Bus Stop Diner wood-burning brick-oven pizza, pasta and serves American and Hispanic dishes from other classic fare. burgers to fajitas. Bierstrasse Café One 2346 12th Av. (@ W 133rd St), NY, NY 10031 1619 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10031 t. (212) 491-1637 t. (212) 690-0060 This beergarden tucked under the Riverside Cool, casual coff ee bar near City College Drive Viaduct, serves over 30 beers and serves breakfast and light fare with wines at various sizes as well as traditional occasional live music. German inspired dishes. 4 TASTE WEST HARLEM Compres Bakery 3522 Broadway Ave NY, NY 10031 t. (212) 926-0303 A bakery providing an assortment of pastries and breads made in-house at an aff ordable price. Curry-Ya Uptown 1467 Amsterdam Ave New York, NY 10027 t. (646)861-3833 A Japanese curry restaurant renowned for their signiture baked curry dishes. Dig Inn Seasonal Market CLOVE 2884 Broadway NY, NY 10025 t. (212) 776-4047 Caridad Restaurant 3533 Broadway NY, NY 10031 A NYC-based cafeteria-style chain serving t. (212) 862-4053 seasonal, thoughtfully sourced sandwiches, salads and more. Family-owned eatery serving Latin food in cozy storefront for over 20 years. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que Chapati House 700 W 125th Street, NY, NY 10027 3153 Broadway, NY, NY 10027 t. (212) 694-1777 t. (212) 749-7200 Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is a blues venue Traditional Indian dishes are prepared to and biker bar chain fi rmly rooted in the eat in or take out at this modest counter- traditions of Southern bar-b-que. serve joint. Chopped Parsley 500 West 146th Street New York, NY 10031 t. (917) 675-6666 A cozy eatery with a warm atmosphere serving sushi, noodle soups and sake with a homemade touch and all natural ingredients. Clove Indian REstaurant & BAR 1592 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10031 t. (929) 382-2046 Off ers delicious Indian Cuisine and a range of signature cocktails. Community Food and Juice 2893 Broadway NY, NY 10025 t. (212) 665-2800 An eco-friendly café with healthy emphasis on organic New American fare plus Dinosaur bar-b-que vegetarian choices & select organic spirits. TASTE WEST HARLEM 5 Espresso Matto El Porton Mexican Restaurant Bar Farafina Café and Lounge 3151 Broadway #2 NY, NY 10027 1813 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10031 t. (212) 665-7338 t. (212) 281-2445 Casual cantina serving Mexican dishes, from A late-night outpost featuring American & fajitas to pozole, plus fruity cocktails. African dishes, plus cocktails & live music. Empanadas Monumental Filtered Coffee 1347 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10027 1616 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10031 t. (212) 933-1663 t. (917) 475-1120 3477 Broadway Ave NY, NY 10031 Filtered is a specialty coff ee house servinge t. (917) 475-1925 coff ee & pastries as some awesome Nitro cold brew. Empanada Monumental provides over 24 fl avors of diff erent empanadas. Sandwiches, FLAT TOP Yaroa, Qupes, Carpicos, and shakes are also 1241 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10027 available. t. (646) 820-7735 Espresso Matto This airy, stylish cafe features elevated 3495 Broadway New York, NY 10031 bistro cuisine with international infl uences. t. (212) 867-1888 Comforatable, hip coff ee shop where absolutely every item costs $2. 6 TASTE WEST HARLEM Friedman’s 1187 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10027 t. (212) 932-0600 A contemporary spot for seasonal, locally sourced American comfort classics with gluten-free choices. Frijolito’s 3446 Broadway, New York, NY 10031 t. (646) 682-9033 Casual Mexican spot that serves everything from nachos to enchiladas. Fruces Juice Bar FUMO 1496 Amsterdam Av, New York, NY 10031 t. (646) 861-3279 Geisha Asian Cuisine & Lounge Juice bar serving all kinds of freshly made 3468 Broadway NY, NY 10031 juices and smoothies. t. (212) 862-7800 FUMO A cozy and friendly restaurant serving sushi 1600 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10031 and Asian-fusion inspired dishes. t. (646) 692-6675 Their strong Italian roots & love for fresh, Il Caffe Latte homemade food is evident in every dish. 458 West 145th Street, New York, NY 10031 Simply simple & authentic. t. (212) 234-0202 Casual café off ering American & Italian eats from morning to night, plus espresso, wine & beer. Go!Go!Curry! Harlem 567 West 125th Street New York, NY 10031 t. (646) 833-7143 A famous Japanese franchise comes to the States with their baseball-themed curry dishes & free extra toppings on the 5th, 15th and 25th of every month. Grill on the Hill 1624 Amsterdam Ave NY, NY 10031 t. (646) 838-8879 Craft beer, pub grub & weekend brunch served in an urban-chic sports bar. Fruces Juice Bar TASTE WEST HARLEM 7 Hamilton’s Bakery Hamilton’s Bakery Hogshead Tavern 3570 Broadway New York, NY 10031 126 Hamilton Place New York, NY 10031 t.