Amy Ruth's Harlem

Amy Ruth's Harlem Soul food restaurant located in Harlem, NY. Voted #2 Best Chicken n' Waffles in America.

The reviews are in! 🗞️🍗 Huge thank you to for naming Amy Ruth’s one of the absolute BEST spots for fried chicken in all...
06/07/2026

The reviews are in! 🗞️🍗
Huge thank you to for naming Amy Ruth’s one of the absolute BEST spots for fried chicken in all of NYC. We’re so proud to have earned one of the highest scores on the list! 🙌 Come down to Harlem and taste the hype for yourself.

If this doesn’t t make you drool we don’t know what will. 🤤 🍗 🧇 What are YOU having for dinner tonight?📸 .mag
06/03/2026

If this doesn’t t make you drool we don’t know what will. 🤤 🍗 🧇 What are YOU having for dinner tonight?

📸 .mag

Dad called. He doesn’t want another necktie, and he definitely doesn’t want a “World’s Best Dad” mug. He wants the best ...
06/01/2026

Dad called. He doesn’t want another necktie, and he definitely doesn’t want a “World’s Best Dad” mug. He wants the best soul food in NYC. 👑 Give the man what he’s actually craving this Father’s Day, June 21st. Plate up some legends at Amy Ruth’s Harlem. 🍗🧇🔥

Bring the heart and history of Harlem to your next event!🎷🍗 Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a corporate gather...
05/28/2026

Bring the heart and history of Harlem to your next event!🎷🍗
Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a corporate gathering, or the wedding of your dreams, Amy Ruth’s serves up authentic soul food for any occasion. Make your special moments unforgettable with a true taste of home. ✨

You never know what celeb you’ll bump into when you visit Amy Ruth’s! 🤩
05/28/2026

You never know what celeb you’ll bump into when you visit Amy Ruth’s! 🤩

Look at that glisten! ✨ That’s the authentic taste of Harlem soul. Our famous crispy chicken, perched on a golden waffle...
05/26/2026

Look at that glisten! ✨ That’s the authentic taste of Harlem soul. Our famous crispy chicken, perched on a golden waffle, equals PERFECTION. 🍗🍯
If this doesn’t make you drool, nothing will. Come taste the legend.

Saving the day, one plate of legendary soul food at a time. 🏆🦸🏾If you know, you know—there’s nothing like the flavors of...
05/22/2026

Saving the day, one plate of legendary soul food at a time. 🏆🦸🏾

If you know, you know—there’s nothing like the flavors of Amy Ruth’s soul food.🍗🧇

Pull up a chair, soak in the culture, and let us take care of the rest.

Bringing Harlem’s finest straight to your next gathering! ✨ From crispy chicken and fluffy waffles to the perfect catere...
05/21/2026

Bringing Harlem’s finest straight to your next gathering! ✨

From crispy chicken and fluffy waffles to the perfect catered spread, we’ve got your next event covered. Let us handle the cooking while you make the memories.

📱Call Sharon at (212) 280-8779 or visit amyruths.com to place your catering order today!

Current mood: Absolutely NOT cooking in this NYC heat wave. 🥵❌Skip the kitchen drama and let us handle dinner. Come get ...
05/19/2026

Current mood: Absolutely NOT cooking in this NYC heat wave. 🥵❌

Skip the kitchen drama and let us handle dinner. Come get your soul food fix in the glorious, beautiful comfort of our AIR CONDITIONING. 🧊✨ Your tastebuds (and your sweat glands) will thank you.

Drop a ❤️ if you’re letting someone else do the cooking today!

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Warning: Side effects of Amy Ruth’s include immediate food coma and pure bliss. 🍗🧇 ً
05/14/2026

Warning: Side effects of Amy Ruth’s include immediate food coma and pure bliss. 🍗🧇

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Dining amongst legends. 🕊️✨ There’s no place like Amy Ruth’s to feed your soul and surround yourself with greatness. If ...
05/12/2026

Dining amongst legends. 🕊️✨ There’s no place like Amy Ruth’s to feed your soul and surround yourself with greatness. If these walls could talk, they’d tell you to order the chicken and waffles. 🧇🍗

Not all heroes wear capes... some just serve the best soul food in Harlem! 🦸‍♀️✨This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the...
05/06/2026

Not all heroes wear capes... some just serve the best soul food in Harlem! 🦸‍♀️✨

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating the real MVPs! Treat your Super Mom to the legendary Chicken N Waffles, creamy Mac & Cheese, and all the soul food staples she deserves.

Join Us!

Sunday, May 10th is all about MOM! 👑 Give her the day off and bring her to Amy Ruth’s Harlem for the best soul food in t...
05/04/2026

Sunday, May 10th is all about MOM! 👑
Give her the day off and bring her to Amy Ruth’s Harlem for the best soul food in the city. Good vibes, great flavors, and plenty of love on every plate. See you there! 🍗🧇✨

The sweet and savory combination that never misses. Elevate your next event with Amy Ruth’s catering—where Soul Food is ...
04/30/2026

The sweet and savory combination that never misses.

Elevate your next event with Amy Ruth’s catering—where Soul Food is an art form. 🍗🧇

📱Call Sharon at (212) 280-8779 for more information or to place your order.

…and that’s that! 🍗🧇
04/30/2026

…and that’s that! 🍗🧇

Comfort food for the soul, straight from the heart of Harlem. 🗽 The perfect crispy-to-creamy ratio doesn’t exi— Oh, wait...
04/30/2026

Comfort food for the soul, straight from the heart of Harlem. 🗽 The perfect crispy-to-creamy ratio doesn’t exi— Oh, wait. Here it is. 🤤

The Golden Standard. * POV: You’ve reached soul food heaven.
04/24/2026

The Golden Standard. * POV: You’ve reached soul food heaven.

Harlem Nights 🌇Swipe for the soul. 🍗🤤Thanks for passing through
04/20/2026

Harlem Nights 🌇

Swipe for the soul. 🍗🤤
Thanks for passing through

Is your mouth watering yet? 🤤 Thanks for the ❤️ Questa Lee Willie Jack Walker
04/11/2026

Is your mouth watering yet? 🤤

Thanks for the ❤️ Questa Lee Willie Jack Walker

Even celebrity chefs know the drill! 👨‍🍳🔥 We loved having Questa Lee Willie Jack Walker stop by this week. He knows the ...
04/10/2026

Even celebrity chefs know the drill! 👨‍🍳🔥

We loved having Questa Lee Willie Jack Walker stop by this week. He knows the golden rule: a trip to Amy Ruth’s isn’t official until you’ve grabbed a photo with the legendary Miss Tasha! 📸✨

Looks like Akhi Juma got their Amy Ruth’s fix this evening!🤤🙌🏾
04/09/2026

Looks like Akhi Juma got their Amy Ruth’s fix this evening!🤤🙌🏾

Golden, crispy, and legendary. 🍗This is the soul of 116th Street. 🙌🏾🤤
04/02/2026

Golden, crispy, and legendary. 🍗
This is the soul of 116th Street. 🙌🏾🤤

From the neon glow of the 70s to the legendary stage of The Apollo, these streets have always had a rhythm all their own...
03/30/2026

From the neon glow of the 70s to the legendary stage of The Apollo, these streets have always had a rhythm all their own. Harlem isn’t just a place; it’s a feeling, a fashion, and a family that stretches back generations.

At Amy Ruth’s, we’re proud to be a part of this story, serving up the same soul that’s been the heartbeat of this neighborhood since 1998. Swipe through for a little piece of home. ✨🏙️🍳

📸 116th Street near Manhattan Avenue, facing West, c. late ‘70s
Photo: Donovan O’Brien archives

📸 116th Street and Lexington Avenue (facing west) c. 1975

📸 116th Street and Lexington Avenue (facing west) c. 1915

📸 Apollo Theater, c. 1971
Photo by Tyrone Dukes

📸 Harlem, c.1972

We’re baaaaaack! 🚨 We’ve officially cleared the dust and fired up the kitchen. Construction is finished, and we’re back ...
03/26/2026

We’re baaaaaack! 🚨
We’ve officially cleared the dust and fired up the kitchen. Construction is finished, and we’re back to serving the best soul food in NYC starting today!
Come grab a plate—we’ll see you for lunch! 🍗🧇

🚧 Harlem Mini-Break, Downtown Soul Fix! 🚧Our Harlem location is taking a quick breather for construction this Tuesday, M...
03/23/2026

🚧 Harlem Mini-Break, Downtown Soul Fix! 🚧

Our Harlem location is taking a quick breather for construction this Tuesday, March 24th and Wednesday, March 25th. We’re polishing things up to keep serving you the best!

Don’t worry, though—you can still feed your soul at Amy Ruth’s Downtown! We are open regular hours and ready to serve up all your favorites, from our legendary Fried Chicken & Waffles to that creamy Mac & Cheese. 🍗🧇

📍 Visit us Downtown:

39 W 14th St, New York, NY 10011

🛋️ Staying in?

You can still get that Amy Ruth’s fix delivered straight to your door. Order our Downtown menu via:

Grubhub & DoorDash

We’ll see you Downtown! ✨

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Address

113 W 116th Street
New York, NY
10026

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 9pm
Thursday 11:30am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 11am - 10pm
Sunday 11am - 9pm

Telephone

+12122808779

Website

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