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Best of 2025: Sylvia’s Restaurant Shines In Harlem

"They've remained uptown for over 60 years and their standards are still high," says one happy customer.

Patch and T-Mobile have partnered for Best of 2025 to celebrate the people, places and moments that made this year truly memorable.
Patch and T-Mobile have partnered for Best of 2025 to celebrate the people, places and moments that made this year truly memorable. (Shutterstock)

Harlem, NY — Every community has its bright spots — the neighbors, businesses and local favorites that make it feel like home. As 2025 comes to a close, Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter in Harlem through our Best of 2025 series.

This story was submitted by Philip B. Spivey, who nominated Sylvia's Restaurant. To share your own Best of 2025 nomination, click here to answer a few questions, and we’ll take it from there.


Who or what are you nominating for Best of 2025?

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Sylvia's Restaurant

How did this person, place or experience make a difference in your life or community this year?

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Had a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner there.

What would you like everyone in town to know about your nominee?

They've remained uptown for over 60 years and their standards are still high!

If you could tell them one thing, what would it be?

Keep on keepin' on!

What’s something you love most about your town or community?

In Harlem, I can see the sky.


We want to hear from you, too! Is there a restaurant, a contractor, a business, a person — even a place — that’s your pick for Best of 2025? Click here to answer a few questions, and your story could be featured on Patch.

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This post is sponsored and contributed by Patch In Town, a Patch Brand Partner.