Where to Grab a Drink in Harlem this Weekend

HARLEM, NY — If you haven't heard, it's going to be hot this weekend. And Harlem, you deserve to cool off and let loose with the cold beverage of your choice. Patch has you covered on where you should go this weekend to grab a drink in the neighborhood.

Here are five of the best bars in Harlem, according to reviews on Yelp:

At the Wallace — 3612 Broadway

Yelp reviewer Dominek T said: "At The Wallace is a chill laid back atmosphere with a cool crowd, awesome prices, and great music to groove to. I am just mad that this past Sunday was my first time at this establishment. I SHALL RETURN!!!!"

Hyacinth’s Haven — 2374 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard

Yelper Lisa R said: "I have never left a Yelp review before but I had to for this place. The food, ambiance, service, everything was incredible! The rum punch was delicious as well as the chicken and waffles and my boyfriend said the bacon was the best he ever had in his life."

Hogshead Tavern — 126 Hamilton Place

Yanill P loved her cocktail: " The place is cute, trendy and has character. I didn't try the food but they have a fabulous cocktail list. I tried the "Boozy Sow" ($11) and boy was it boozy! Just one or two of those is enough (you'll get your money's worth). The bartenders were sweet and the place was very relaxed and dimly lit. I would definitely visit again."

Shrine — 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard

Olisa F loved this music venue: "Great place. Feels like my uncles basement in Flatbush Brooklyn ( great reggae music playing in the background ( yes I'm Jamaican not bias) ha ha. But awesome to see records from Rufus, Jimi Hendrix and Denise Williams on the ceilings and walls. It's an amazing laid-back place toEnjoy jazz, rock and all music great. Harlem Jem. Our waiting staff amazing despite 40 of us taking over."

Harlem Nights — 2361 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard

Yelp reviewer Pelavi P said: "I had some great Bourbon drinks with ginger ale and lime in mason jars. (Who doesn't love mason jars??) Shout out to best bartender above 130th St - Brandon!!!"

Don't agree with these reviewers? Where is your favorite bar in Harlem? Let us know in the comments section.

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