A brick-and-wood Harlem restaurant serving New American dishes with French and African influences, brunch energy, and welcoming service.
The menu brings New American cooking together with French and African flavors in a Harlem setting.
Brunch guests describe a lively crowd, throwback music from a DJ, sunny outdoor seating, and a social atmosphere.
Reviews mention servers who make thoughtful recommendations, remember returning guests, and help create welcoming visits.
Renaissance is a New American restaurant in Harlem, New York, located on Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard. Its brick-and-wood setting brings together New American, French, and African flavors.
The menu includes grilled octopus, lobster mac and cheese, short rib with mashed potatoes, pan-seared flounder, jollof rice, seafood risotto, and cheesecake. Guests also mention lively brunches with a DJ, outdoor seating, attentive service, and flavorful dishes prepared with care.
A lively brunch experience with a crowd, DJ, and outdoor seating.
Comforting and seafood-focused dishes including short rib, grilled octopus, flounder, salmon, chicken, and risotto.
Guest favorites include cod fritters, fried calamari, grilled octopus, and marinated roasted half chicken.
Cheesecake is available as a sweet finish.
“Great ambiance every time I’ve gone—definitely a vibe. Our waiter, Jaheem (I think that was his name—curly hair, possibly Hispanic), was amazing and remembered us when he served us again for my cousin’s birthday, which made the experience e…”
“Delicious food! Attended during brunch and didn’t realize. It was epic. There was a lively crowd and a DJ playing the best throwback hits.”
“I visited for the first time today. The service was exceptional. Valentine attended to our every need, made great recommendations, and generally made us feel very welcome. The food was delicious!”
Renaissance restaurant · Harlem
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