See all
66 photos

Ponty Bistro Harlem

African Restaurant, French Restaurant, and Bistro$$$$

Central Harlem, New York

Save

Ponty Bistro Harlem

8.1^/10

152

ratings

Ranked #5 for African restaurants in New York
"The lobster BLT and lychee martini is real good."(6 Tips)
"... Crusted French Toast, Truffle Macaroni & Cheese and Fresh Seasonal Fruit coupled..."(2 Tips)
"Moules Africana!"(2 Tips)
"Scrumptious African spiced mussels > disappointing lobster BLT"(2 Tips)

32 Tips and reviews

Filter:

good for dates
moules africana
good for groups
happy hour
breakfast food
restaurants
French toast
brunch food
pancakes
Salad Nicoise
healthy food
bar
music
meats
good for special occasions
flounder
seasonal fruits
scampi
maple
crispy food
(15 more)

Sort:

Popular
Recent

Harlem AmbassadorAugust 12, 2016
A genius fusion of French sophistication and African hospitality. This place has personality and style. Mussels are tasty and ample. Wine options are perfect. Broad banquettes near windows for viewing
Terance ThatchOctober 26, 2014
The service was slighty slow but Lobster BLT, Maple Crusted French Toast, Truffle Macaroni & Cheese and Fresh Seasonal Fruit coupled with the ambiance made up for it. I'll definitely be back.
Alexandra JenkinsAugust 1, 2015
Delicious burger and chicken parm, also calamari. I also had a very smooth martini. Some of the best service I've ever seen, from each and every waiter to the owner. Definitely try this place!
Chris VAugust 8, 2016
“Sparking your taste buds”, these all-day hangouts offer “original” French-Senegalese dishes livened up with African spices and “charming” service; they're also “well priced”
TingAugust 27, 2014
Don't miss the Ponty burger and Ponty martini with the edible flower. The pancakes were also delicious, thin with just the right amount of crispiness around the edge.
HeatherJuly 16, 2015
Love this Harlem oasis and its vibrant flavors! Can't go wrong with anything but stuffed flounder is a must.
NuffDecember 31, 2018
Solid happy hour menu with small plates (sliders and wings are delicious) and house special martinis.
MikellMarch 28, 2016
I think we do Ponty Bistro a diservice limiting the restaurant to saying African restaurant, this is international and it's so apparent even in staffing, it's really good.
MikellApril 1, 2016
The Lobster bites are mandatory. The bar service always interesting with the influx of various European bar persons :-)
Akiko BombitaJanuary 15, 2015
Great music and ambiance. Cous cous, spinach and haricot vert are tasty sides. Chocolate cake was ok.
Patrick CasteloApril 9, 2015
Great service and food. I will come back for sure.
Tonie WanMarch 19, 2018
African spiced mussels are 💯. Great cocktails and super friendly staff!
Tyler JacobMarch 23, 2016
Scrumptious African spiced mussels > disappointing lobster BLT
Selene GyapongJuly 15, 2018
The lobster BLT and lychee martini is real good. Service is slow. But I will definitely come again.
Dei WestSeptember 8, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Linguine Alla Scampi is really good! I just wish they gave a little more shrimp.
Bob RutledgeApril 22, 2015
Truffle Macaroni and Cheese (appetizer). Fantastic.
L ErskineAugust 27, 2015
Delicious food. Charming service. A new fav!
Kelsey LJuly 5, 2020
Moules Africana! Love the mussel sauce!
Alice ChaoOctober 7, 2017
Try he truffle Mac n Cheese - it's so delicious!
Eaters HeavenDecember 21, 2015
Food was very good. Service was excellent. Parking was easy. Prices $$
NiaJune 14, 2017
Been here 50+ times
Moules all types. My favorite is Moules Africana.
JM ParveauxJanuary 23, 2016
Very traditional and delicious escargots!!
LaurenSeptember 25, 2023
Been here 5+ times
The baguette is actually just a roll from the local Key Foods grocery store.
Jared BradfordSeptember 12, 2016
The hanger steak is amazing
Rogernelle GriffinSeptember 13, 2014
The lobster BLT is very good.
Christina WardSeptember 30, 2019
Lamb wrap was tasty
Kathleen HayesAugust 24, 2014
Great brunch. Great people.
Phoenix 💥💥💥October 31, 2014
Go for the lobster BLT
AriNovember 16, 2014
Niokolokoba!! And the flounder
Çağrı YıldızJuly 27, 2015
Foods , employees
Krystan HitchcockAugust 19, 2014
Lobster BLT
Ivan C.August 19, 2018
Horrible service: (

66 Photos

Ponty Bistro Harlem

Related Searches

You might also like

Places people like to go after Ponty Bistro Harlem

Appears on 117 lists

Top places in the area

Is this your business? Claim it now.