It's pretty authentic Chinese food (including its service level) at a decent price point outside of Chinatown in Manhattan. The roast duck is not the best (not very meaty) but is relatively tasty.

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Regina J. at Yelp.com on October 6, 2008.

God, I miss my dog. I would walk little Mignonne around the vicinity of Marcus Garvey Park every morning, and if I had time, I would take her to the dog run where she'd hop around in ecstasy like a…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Regina J. at Yelp.com on October 6, 2008.

The breakfast cheese omelet rules everything!! The best one I've ever had!! I don't plan to try other things, though...^_^...

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Miss Q. at Yelp.com on October 5, 2008.

Horrible, overpriced, they don't carry a ton of things. The only organic milk they carry is Horizon which is notorious for the abuse of their animals. It's a dolled up ghetto market that takes…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Gia M. at Yelp.com on October 5, 2008.

I'm sure it's not bad for the neighborhood, but I couldn't get into it. I went for breakfast/brunch a couple times and found the place to be average both times and a bit overpriced for what it is.…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Kate M. at Yelp.com on October 5, 2008.

I was excited to finally try this BBQ institution. I got the Texas brisket plate with mac & cheese and carrot raisin salad, and a sweet tea on the side. Sweet Tea - 5 stars. Very sweet. Mac & cheese…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by koko p. at Yelp.com on October 5, 2008.

Bad Chinese food. Don't bother.

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Kate M. at Yelp.com on October 5, 2008.

I loved the duck noodle soup (or whatever it was called) for a while. But eventually I got a little grossed out by having to fish through the gross parts to get to the meat. That might be…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Erika C. at Yelp.com on October 4, 2008.

The food quality is quite good. It's very tasty. Service is typical for New York and the area. It's just out of my price range. $14 for a sandwich (panuzzi), really? The main dishes are around…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by koko p. at Yelp.com on October 4, 2008.

If I could leave no stars I would... I am writing to state that on several occasions of going to this cafe, I was treated rudely and without cordials. I believe it is my money being spent and I live…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by alicia s. at Yelp.com on October 4, 2008.

I had been here in the summer with a friend and had a good experience with the staff, food, weather (we ate outside), etc. and thought it was a good place to recommend to my uncle and his wife when…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by eva A. at Yelp.com on October 4, 2008.

I was introduced to Sylvia's by my ex-boyfriend and his family, I never really had southern comfort food so I was kind of iffy about it only because I didn't know what I was getting myself…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Renvie R. at Yelp.com on October 3, 2008.

Here's why, besides the amazing BBQ, it's worth the hike so far uptown: -Free soda refills (laugh all you want, but tell me where else in NYC you can find this...) -A plethora of sampler platter…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Alexis W. at Yelp.com on October 3, 2008.

It's a cheap chinese take out joint. You know the drill. No surprises here. BUT they are incredibly friendly on the telephone, and really speak english well! They intend to deliver very quickly and…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Rolf S. at Yelp.com on October 2, 2008.

I needed my boots stretched. Julio had it done quickly, inexpensively and well. Friendly service. Nice atmosphere.

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Bill M. at Yelp.com on October 2, 2008.

During Harlem Week in 2008 I hit 449 LA and it was one of the best evenings out I've had in a very long time. I was able to take my 12 year old grandson with me as we sat back and enjoyed the…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Mal M. at Yelp.com on September 30, 2008.

Ollie's is excellent bad Chinese food. While I'm sure that the food here is offensive to even the most amateur diners of authentic Chinese cuisine, it's pretty darn delicious to us philistines who…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Sienna K. at Yelp.com on September 30, 2008.

i went to school at syracuse, home of the original dino, and this is far better than the original. beer selection and music are just awesome. the only downsides are the long waits and relatively…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Ted M. at Yelp.com on September 30, 2008.

I decided to try this place b/c I go to their partner restaurants on 135th (Cafe Veg) and 166th (Heights Vegetarian), which I love. The food here is good. Their soy meats are unbelieveable, which…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by malia j. at Yelp.com on September 30, 2008.

There are a total of 25 libraries here, and -most- of the buildings are architecturally beautiful. This huge chunk of land is a rarity in this city, and it's amazing to lounge on the lawn here and…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Jen Y. at Yelp.com on September 29, 2008.

you might think it's a bit far to go all the way to harlem for italian food...especially if you live in brooklyn. but seriously, if you have the time to take that hike you will be SO glad you did.…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by erica f. at Yelp.com on September 29, 2008.

So the competition continues... On rec from friends who used to rock the Manhattanville scene but now live in Ft. Greene, I tried this place -- and promptly moved it to vying-for-front-runner status…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Topher B. at Yelp.com on September 28, 2008.

We do exist indeed, and the many guest that have stayed here with their wonderful reviews can prove it, however there is always going to be a few people that the world can't please and perhaps this is…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by michelle m. at Yelp.com on September 28, 2008.

Fills an unoccupied niche in the neighborhood. You can get a cappuccino, today's Times, and a decent crepe. The interior is also very well done. My beef is that they have "bakery" in their name, but…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Anon R. at Yelp.com on September 28, 2008.

Heaven on a plate, thy name is Pisticci. There has not been a single item I have tried on their menu or from among their fabulous selection of seasonal specials that I have not wanted to burst into…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Thalia K. at Yelp.com on September 27, 2008.

Wow great service, great doctors & also great selection of all designer frames I have referred all my family and friends to Benjamin Optical I just want to inform everyone about there address change…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Jaime C. at Yelp.com on September 27, 2008.

Staff isn't too friendly. Did they forget they are in the business of customer service? My friend enjoyed his food. BUT they have a fly problem. And it wasn't just one time. The juice bar is right at…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Gary B. at Yelp.com on September 27, 2008.

Let's be clear: the 'Asian' food represented here is roughly 60% Japanese, 25% Korean, 15% Chinese. US-brand Thai or Indian products -- easily available for less from generic supermarkets -- are the…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Ciesse Q. at Yelp.com on September 27, 2008.

I had a pleasant experience at J. Scott this morning. I went in after finding it on yelp and reading the reviews. I was set up with Aleksa for a haircut- she gave me a great cut. Simple, easy to…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by c w. at Yelp.com on September 26, 2008.

The decor was cute. There is an upstairs and downstairs. Upstairs for general seating and I saw that the downstairs could be used for a private party with lounging chairs. You need to go downstairs to…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Jade H. at Yelp.com on September 25, 2008.

This gets my vote for best bbq in the city. I'm a Texan who married a Yankee. Dinosaur catered our rehearsal dinner (with brisket, ribs, and a bunch of fixins), and all of my Texan relatives gave it…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Aaron B. at Yelp.com on September 25, 2008.

Fried green tomatoes. I didn't know how much I needed them in my life until I had them there. I've never liked mac & cheese... until I had it there. The food is awesome. Everything. There's always a…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Sarita M. at Yelp.com on September 25, 2008.

My Vote for best summer hang out. Maybe nothing can beat this place. I happen to live close by so when any friends are near by I allways call em' over for a few beers and some finger licking good…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by hannah h. at Yelp.com on September 25, 2008.

nectar is an easy night out with friends. the space is futuristic, light & airy. the acoustics can be tough on the ear & folks tend to underestimate how their voices travelling particularly when…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by shawna s. at Yelp.com on September 24, 2008.

This hotel simply does not exist. What you will find at their address (248 Lenox Avenue, NYC, as per their own e-mailed information; you can check this out if you live in NYC) is a nail salon, with…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Michaela S. at Yelp.com on September 24, 2008.

Finally, a decent (good!) place to get wine near Columbia. The selection is somewhat small, although there is some variation. It seems that they really know wine and select well as every bottle I've…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by n j. at Yelp.com on September 24, 2008.

My hubby and I happened upon this little restaurant on our vacation to NYC. We had eaten at a few other places by the time we found this little place, but instantly fell in love. The waiters were…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Nicole B. at Yelp.com on September 23, 2008.

My wife and I love this place...but it has been on a slow decline over the last 6 months or so. I hope they find their mojo, because their shrimp was all that. I think I can time the beginning of…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Devin J. at Yelp.com on September 22, 2008.

EXTREMELY RUDE! I've been there three times and everytime I went there, I would see how the waitors are rude to their customers. It never happened to me so I kept going but today, finally, they were…

1 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Betty H. at Yelp.com on September 21, 2008.

An amazing architectural wise church near Riverside Park and Columbia University. I always search out and enjoy the outside architecture and insides of great churches. Riverside is one indeed.…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by John G. at Yelp.com on September 21, 2008.

Largest mausoleum in the US. Final resting place for General Grant and his wife. Extremely well done. The General lies in a large marble like sarcophagus in the basement level. You walk in and go…

5 stars out of 5 Reviewed by John G. at Yelp.com on September 21, 2008.

Usually Harlem is a good place to find great soul food in New York. Despite the outside appearance, a friend and I stumbled upon Edmond's because we were starving and couldn't find a good place. The…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Christina R. at Yelp.com on September 19, 2008.

They have your essential Asian food products: rice, seaweed, dumplings, curry, soy sauce, and shrimp chips, but I want MORE! Being from California, I'm used to those Ranch 99 stores with EVERYTHING..…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Kris O. at Yelp.com on September 19, 2008.

They have reasonable prices, good portion sizes, and are not quite so greasy disgusting and fakey like every other Chinese place within ordering distance. I like most of the veg noodles okay. The…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Sam W. at Yelp.com on September 18, 2008.

OMG I am obsessed with this fantastical whipped goodness. Delicious!

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Carissa G. at Yelp.com on September 18, 2008.

The happy hour is pretty good ($4 beer and well drinks), and the service by the cute waiter was great, but the turkey burger I ordered was dry and charred-tasting. Toasty! The fries were skin-ny and…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Aaron M. at Yelp.com on September 17, 2008.

It's good the first couple of times you go there, I guess. The food in this neighborhood kinda sucks in general, so by comparison it's rather good and sorta reasonably priced. (But that means you're…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by mike g. at Yelp.com on September 17, 2008.

Diverse menu and friendly staff. The food was delicious and very cheap. The lima beans in coconut milk is one of the best dishes I have had in a long time! The seitan was well prepared. Be sure…

4 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Kana E. at Yelp.com on September 17, 2008.

In a word, Scott J is mediocre. The color I received was very good, but the icky atmosphere ruined the experience. The front staff was a tad harsh and the facility was really cramped, loud and…

3 stars out of 5 Reviewed by a n. at Yelp.com on September 17, 2008.

Convenience is about all. Produce tends to be iffy. Prices are nutty. This isn't unique to Apple Tree, but almost $4 for a grilled cheese? Are you SERIOUS? I could make it myse ... never mind.…

2 stars out of 5 Reviewed by Ben C. at Yelp.com on September 17, 2008.