Melba's Restaurant

S. Fried Ckn+Eggnog Waffles : a Bobby Flay “Throwdown” winner! Also try Spring Rolls , Short ribs , collard greens , pancakes , Shrimp & Grits , homemade Apple sorbet . Sat-Sun brunch 12-3pm. Make a ressie!

Loved the Fried Chicken and Eggnog waffles ! Have a mango mimosa with brunch - not to sweet but not too bubbly. The people are very friendly and the atmosphere is welcoming.

Sunday brunch is pretty good. I had my usual, french toast and an omelet . Nothing special, but definitely good. The white sangria is a MUST try. Popular spot w/ limited seating so get there early

Her crowd-pleasing Tres Mac and Cheese blends pepper Jack , mozzarella and cheddar cheeses together for a dish that goes hand in hand with comforting classics of collard greens and black-eyed peas . Read more

Melba’s is perfect when you’re craving American Soul Food . The Wine Braised Short Ribs are to die for.

Amazing chicken and waffles . You need to get the Mac and cheese as a side.

Terrific soul food . The chicken & waffle with strawberry butter is a classic. Tuesday night live band music was incredible R&B, great singer and keyboard. Local crowd , Greta atmosphere, great service!

Short rib sliders = fantastic. Tilapia , mac and cheese (the best!!!), and garlic mashed - very good. Chicken and waffles - amazing, but want MORE chicken !!! It's that good! Skip the fries .

Some of the best soul food in Harlem . Can get a bit noisy with the acoustics but the food is always a win. Peach cobbler is bomb. Great service and lovely decor.

The waffles were the highlight of the chicken & waffles . And my friends loved the short ribs . The sides dishes were ok. Our waitress was friendly and attentive which was much appreciated!

The place is small, so make a reservation well in advance. Tuesday nights are awesome for good Soul Food , Live Music (jam session), a Killin DJ , and Dancing over dinner . A top 10 thing to do in NYC!

Make sure you get the hot sauce w/ your chicken . Best I've ever had. And the strawberry better is so yummy! I would put it on almost anything.

Really really good chicken and sides (mashed potatoes , collared greens)

It’s kind of a secret, but Melba’s has the best soul food around. This tiny and friendly place serves awesome Chicken & Waffles , Mac n’ Cheese and Candied Yams .

The smothered chicken and waffles is good. But be prepared to wait. The place is incredibly small and gets full in the blink of an eye. Service could use some refresher courses.

Staff is very professional & accommodating. Had one little quirk with my food and they immediately gave me a new plate and took care of my bill. Food and drinks are amazing.

Just get the chicken and waffles - don't waste your time trying to figure out what magic flavoring is going on in the waffle . It's just going to blow your mind and there's nothing you can do about it.

Melba has been on Food Network. On Fat Chef . It may be from indulgence in the Egg-Nog Waffles with strawberry butter . Shortribs will knock 'em dead always. Management seems to have their own agenda.

The Fried chicken was cooked to perfection and had great taste! Just beware the drinks are strong

This might just be the best soul food in Harlem . Went here with a party of 12 and almost everything was amazing. Their candied yams are to die for.

Chicken n waffles = heaven. Make sure to come early or make a reservation since it's a small space. Worth every penny!

Lives up to hype. Fried chicken , Mac and fries are awesome!

BBQ turkey meatloaf was good (huge portion !), 2 sides: garlic mash & mac & cheese . I loved the mac, the mash was bland. Coconut cake for dessert was too sweet; it tasted like it came from a box.

Believe every good word you read about Melba's within these 4sq tips. It's the truth! This place has set the bar pretty high, in my opinion.

Banging food (i recommend the braised short ribs or catfish ), and the music is always on point. Don't want to sound mean but please refrain from bringing infants and their huge accessories .

Get the wine braised short ribs with the candied yams and mac and cheese . Just do it. You won't regret it.

Absolutely amazing food! Went for my bridal shower and the brunch was incredible!

Fried Chicken and Waffles are real good. Staff is very friendly . Good Southern Food .

Spring rolls are delicious! So were the catfish , tilapia and mac & cheese . Didn't care for the yams or spinach at all :-(

Make a reservation because there's always a wait on weekends. Food is always great once you sit down

amazing is an understatement. waiters are on their game, hostess is great, bartender is fabulous and the chef is simply divine.

Go on Tuesday nights for live music ! Also, probably some of the best chicken and waffles ever.

Catfish , mac & cheese , sautéed spinach , white sangria ..... basically the entire menu is amazing

Everything I had was good. Looking forward to my next trip this way.

Indeed... The catfish is good and also short ribs . But service is really great ! I really love this place :)

The eggnog waffles are awesome. Get them with chicken on top.

First time eating Chicken/Waffle, now I'm hook. You can get a good meal and drink and feel grown about it.

The chicken wings and waffles are divine!!!! Service is on point and friendly .

Melba's opened in 2005 and quickly earned a dedicated following for its rewarding updates of Southern classics served in a pretty and sophisticated room.

The fish and chips and the turkey meatloaf were delicious. They make the perfect Sidecar!

Happy hour

The best soul food in NYC!!! You MUST get the Mac & Cheese !

People come here for the Southern Fried Chicken & Eggnog Waffles , a dish that beat one of Bobby Flay’s in a Food Network throw down. — Mamajo

Good food. Good music . Great atmosphere.

Food was amazing! Great service too :)

Everything is so good I don't know what to recommend! However, Champ is the best waiter ever :)

The chicken & waffles are great and so are the mac & cheese , salmon , & mashed potatoes !

Love the eggnog waffles with strawberry butter....yeah.

truthfully - some of the best soul food , good enough for this southern girl!

Tuesday nights. Live music . And it's GOOD!