Sylvia’s Harlem Restaurant, known as the “Queen of Soul Food,” was founded in 1962 by Sylvia Woods. It is a beloved establishment in Harlem, recognized for its authentic soul food and vibrant community atmosphere.
The restaurant offers a variety of experiences, including Gospel brunches on Sundays and live music on Wednesdays, making it a culinary destination for both locals and visitors.
Owned and operated by the Woods Family, Sylvia’s has been a staple in the community for over 55 years, attracting food enthusiasts and notable figures alike.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Meat loaf w/ Sylvia’s secret sauce$26.00
A hearty meat loaf served with a special sauce that adds a unique flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Oxtails – A taste of the South$30.00
Tender oxtails slow-cooked to perfection, offering a rich and comforting taste.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Stewed turkey wings w/ homemade cornbread dressing and your choice of one side$24.00
Savory turkey wings stewed and served with cornbread dressing and a side.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 109
Time honored Southern style chitterlings w/ hog maws$28.00
A traditional Southern delicacy prepared using our time-honoured recipe.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
BBQ short ribs of beef & Chicken$45.00
A delicious combination of BBQ short ribs and crispy Chicken.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1600
Sylvia’s world-famous bar-b-que pork ribs & fried or smothered chicken w/ Sylvia’s original sassy sauce$30.00
A combination of our renowned BBQ pork ribs and your choice of chicken style.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Seafood combo – shrimp & fish$30.00
A delightful mix of fried, grilled, or BBQ shrimp and catfish.
Allergens: Fish, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 504
Chopped kale caesar salad$14.00
A fresh kale salad tossed with Caesar dressing and topped with croutons.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 216
Add: Grilled chicken$10.00
Juicy grilled chicken added to your salad for extra protein.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 162
Add: Grilled salmon$10.00
Succulent grilled salmon to enhance your salad experience.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 162
Add: Grilled shrimp$14.00
Delicious grilled shrimp to complement your salad.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 162
Veggie platter (choose 4 sides – limited to one of each choice)$28.00
A selection of four different sides, perfect for a light meal.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 245
Oven baked half chicken seasoned to perfection w/ fresh herbs$25.00
A succulent half chicken baked with a blend of fresh herbs for flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 332
Sylvia’s down home Chicken$24.00
Crispy Chicken, a classic comfort food favourite.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1600
Sylvia’s smothered chicken$24.00
Lightly Chicken slow-cooked in Sylvia’s rich brown gravy.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1120
Grilled BBQ short ribs of beef$38.00
Tender beef short ribs grilled and coated in BBQ sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Sylvia’s world famous talked about bar-b-que pork ribs w/ Sylvia’s original sassy sauce$26.00
Our renowned BBQ pork ribs served with a signature sauce.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 402
Golden fried, grilled or smothered pork chops$28.00
Pork chops cooked to your preference, served with sides.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 151
One pork chop$22.00
A single pork chop cooked to perfection, served with sides.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Shrimp – golden fried, grilled or BBQ (7 pcs)$27.00
A generous serving of shrimp cooked to your liking.
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 504
Tasty Carolina style fried or grilled catfish$27.00
Delicious catfish prepared in a traditional Carolina style.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 504
Grilled Atlantic bar-b-que salmon$29.00
Fresh salmon grilled and brushed with BBQ sauce for a smoky flavour.
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Chicken & waffles$14.00
A classic dish featuring crispy chicken served with a fluffy waffle.
Allergens: Eggs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 675
Harlem style Chicken and waffle$21.00
Chicken served with a waffle, a beloved combination.
Allergens: Eggs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 1120
Carolina style smothered chicken and waffle$21.00
Smothered chicken served with a waffle for a delightful meal.
Allergens: Eggs, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Sylvia’s sassy Angus beef burger w/ French fries$18.00
A juicy Angus beef burger served with crispy French fries.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 1050
Add: Bacon$2.00
Crispy bacon added to your burger for extra flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1050
Add: Grilled onions$0.75
Grilled onions to enhance the taste of your burger.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 630
Add: American, cheddar, mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese$1.50
Your choice of cheese to top off your burger.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 700
Baked macaroni & cheese$9.00
Creamy baked macaroni and cheese, a comforting side dish.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 247
Candied yams$8.00
Sweet yams cooked with a sugary glaze for a delightful taste.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Potato salad$8.00
A classic potato salad made with creamy dressing and herbs.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 261
Traditional collard greens$10.00
Savory collard greens cooked to perfection, a Southern staple.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Vegetarian collard greens$10.00
A vegetarian version of our traditional collard greens.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Steamed rice w/ brown gravy$7.00
Fluffy steamed rice served with rich brown gravy.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 120
Grits$7.00
Creamy grits, a classic Southern side dish.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 151
String beans$8.00
Fresh string beans cooked to retain their crispness.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Garlic mashed potatoes$8.00
Smooth mashed potatoes infused with garlic for extra flavour.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Pickled beets$8.00
Tangy pickled beets, a refreshing side option.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Sassy rice$8.00
Flavourful rice cooked with spices for a unique taste.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Black eyed peas$8.00
Nutritious black eyed peas, a Southern favourite.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Cornbread$3.00
Freshly baked cornbread, a perfect accompaniment to any meal.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 332
Sylvia’s sassy BBQ sauce$3.00
Our signature BBQ sauce, perfect for adding flavour to your dishes.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 402
Sylvia’s brown gravy$3.00
Rich brown gravy, ideal for enhancing your meal.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 150
Chicken leg$15.00
A crispy Chicken leg served with one side order.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 504
Smothered chicken leg$15.00
A tender smothered chicken leg served with one side order.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 105
Chicken livers$15.00
Sautéed chicken livers with onions and peppers, topped with gravy.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Chocolate cake$9.00
Rich and moist chocolate cake, a delightful treat.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 500
Vanilla cake w/ chocolate frosting$9.00
Fluffy vanilla cake topped with decadent chocolate frosting.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 420
Coconut pineapple cake$9.00
A tropical cake combining coconut and pineapple flavours.
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Red velvet cake$9.00
Classic red velvet cake with cream cheese frosting.
Allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Banana pudding$9.00
Creamy banana pudding layered with vanilla wafers.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 507
Sweet potato pie$11.00
A delicious pie made with sweet potatoes and spices.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Peach cobbler$11.00
Warm peach cobbler served with a scoop of ice cream.
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Iced tea lemonade$5.50
A refreshing blend of iced tea and lemonade.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Coke$5.00
Classic Coca-Cola soft drink.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Diet Coke$5.00
Diet version of Coca-Cola.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Sprite$5.00
Lemon-lime flavoured soft drink.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Ginger ale$5.00
A refreshing ginger-flavoured soft drink.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Bottled water$3.00
Pure bottled water for hydration.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
South Carolina rum punch$15.00
A fruity rum punch inspired by South Carolina flavours.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Sylvia’s soulful sangria$15.00
A refreshing sangria made with a blend of fruits and wine.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Margarita$15.00
Classic margarita cocktail with a salted rim.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 250
Long Island iced tea$15.00
A potent mix of spirits topped with cola.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 420
Harlem blues$15.00
A signature cocktail with a unique blend of flavours.
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 287
Beers$8.00
A selection of beers including Stella, Corona, Heineken, Budweiser, and Bud Light.
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Wines$45.00/Bottle
A selection of wines including Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, and Moscato.
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Most restaurants charge a small cover charge (~$1–3 per person)
Categories: American, Southern, Comfort Food, Desserts, Drinks
Menu Source: Restaurant Website PDF
Menu Date: August, 2025
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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