Chocolat (Brunch)
Rating: B
Date: September 2020
Weekend Brunch Anyone? @chocolatharlem⬀ is an affordable BLACK OWNED restaurant in Harlem with outdoor seating accommodating social distancing practices. Ideal if looking for a place with calm vibes and great food. Perfect if you actually want to talk and connect at brunch (rather than party). Chocolat is a great place to meet with friends, family or even a mid-day date. Oh— and we didn’t need a reservation!
venue
Harlem, NY
Seated upon arrival (Saturday, around 3pm)
Outdoor Seating, Tables were on the sidewalk and street (street was closed) *Tables were spread out appropriately
demographic
African American, Latinx people
Diversely ranging in ages - 20's-50's
music
The outdoor dining this day did not have any music
attire
Casual attire
Jeans, t-shirts, sneakers, etc.
food | drinks
Southern Comfort and American cuisine | Salmon Alfredo and Turkey Burger
Food was good (B+) | Margaritas, Sangrias (white and red), bellinis and mimosas
Drinks were good (B) | Had a wide range of drinks available
other thoughts and observations
An affordable BLACK OWNED restaurant in Harlem with outdoor seating accommodating social distancing practices. Ideal if looking for a place with calm vibes and great food. Perfect if you actually want to talk and connect at brunch (rather than party)
final thoughts
The next time we go back, indoor seating will probably be available, providing a different vibe (assuming they'll have music or a DJ, they did preCOVID). This place is perfect for meeting with friends, family or even a date.
Would we go back? YES
