The Edge

Great food, service and atmosphere. I must try their brunch in the near future. I love their veggie burger and their veggie savory pies/​quiche are yummy as well. I love the cozy feel of this place. Though it’s tiny they make wonderful use of the small space. I’ll definitely be back soon.

Was so disappointed in this place. I seriously have never questioned Unilocal reviews till I went here. First off there aren’t that many exciting options on the menu so when I saw the daily special being jerk chicken and waffle my eyes just locked at that level. After I placed the order i turned to my left to see the most unappealing plate of jerk chicken and waffle at the table beside me and immediately regretted my decision. Tbh the jerk chicken was really well seasoned albeit a little dry, as, they used white meat. The waffles were the worst I’ve ever eaten like are they a serious restaurant for serving cold rubbery waffles? They were def not fresh or Belgian, granted, if it’s «store-​bought-​frozen» at Least make sure it’s hot and fresh. The food as a whole was very cold and pricey. I tried my friends side plantains and they were good. So I ended up eating jerk chicken and fried plantains.

I’ve been here for brunch two times now, and have been impressed by the food and atmosphere both times.
My only complaint is that it is hard to hear your fellow diners.

The ambience is kool, the music is at a nice level and the décor is subtle, modern and pieceful. I must say the service is great, they seated us fairly quickly, the waiter was very attentive and the wait for the food was not extensive.
I didn’t give this cossi little restaurant /​Caffè a higher rating due to the following; menu is limited, they did not have appetizers or much of a diverse brunch/​lunch selection. Their menu changes to dinner after 5pm so you are locked in to whatever they offer on a small laminated piece of paper.
The edge bugger is meh, the veggie burger is awesome we loved it so much that my 8yr old daughter wanted much more than the half of my share that she had.
I would come back again for dinner to see what else they offer and maybe then my review would go up a star or down another. Try it for yourself and share your experience with others. Peace!

Just moved to the neighborhood and went to brunch with my cousin. The Edge is super cute on the outside so we were excited to try it. The waitress came to get our orders and then we didn’t see her again until after we were finished with our food. Even then, we had to ask another server to get us the check because we couldn’t flag her down.
I would love to try this place again because the food was good, but the service can definitely use some work.

AMAZING Harlem restaurant…
–Cozy/​Intimate
–Staff friendly and attentive
–40 Weight Coffee rank up there with the best.
–Food is well worth the wait. My palate was entertained with the Salmon Burger, w/​plantains and mixed greens.

Great atmosphere, awesome little place right near the university.
Sliders are awesome, and their food is always good. Creative specials, good sized apps, I make a point of stopping here when I am in the area. Service is great.

Came here before 12noon on a Sunday and the wait wasn’t too bad; close to maybe half an hour and that was only because my friend was running late. Otherwise they had a table ready for me when I walked in at 11:30am. The place looks super cozy and chill and can’t wait for them to open the windows or sit outdoors once the weather gets better.
I had their Sorrel (hibiscus?) iced tea and I really loved it! I ordered their Jerk chicken and Waffles brunch special and I was surprised, okay fine — disappointed — that the jerk chicken was served as chicken cutlets/​breasts. Never ever had have I had jerk chicken nor chicken & waffles with breast filets instead of bone-​in drumsticks or wings (white meat/​dark meat). The spices were significantly good but, I don’t know, to me it didn’t feel right. I definitely would never order it again unless if they change the way the chicken is served. My friend had the salt fish with ackee and that was pretty good; I might order that again when I go back. Overall the place is nice and has lots of potential, and I’ll explore the menu more.
I’ll be back definitely as I have also been looking to move into the neighborhood.

Cute cozy spot that plays good music and serves Caribbean inspired dishes. I had cod fish fritters that was excellent and salmon with mash potatoes and string beans that was delicious. The owners were very nice and service was fabulous.

Great brunch spot!
Easy parking in the area on a Sunday.
The staff is so nice here and the ambiance is very cozy.
I had the BLT with avocado. It came with a mixed greens salad. My friend had the pancakes. Both meals were great! The BLT was honestly the best I’ve ever had. The bacon wasn’t greasy it was perfectly crisp! Will be back!

Came here on a Sunday for brunch and then on a Friday for dinner.
Ambiance: A little small but cute and simple. During brunch, the wait for a table of 4 was 30 minutes. During the dinner, there was no wait, but then again we got there at like 6:00PM. Crowd was mostly late 20s and 30s.
Food and drinks:
Brunch:I had an almond milk latte and it was strong and yummy. My friends had a mimosa and the hibiscus mimosa (which I tried and liked). The only negative thing is that they were each $ 10…come on, can we get a brunch discount?
I had the crab cakes and it was quite delish. A little spicy but not so much that you can’t handle it. My friends had the waffles and egg Benedict and they liked their food. I did steal some of my friend’s fries and they were extra yummy.
Dinner: For appetizers we had the Mezze plate and it was so fresh and yummy. For dinner, we had the special of the evening, a surf and turf dish. It took a while for the food to come; we thought they went out to the back to kill the cow. With that said, the steak tasted so fresh and the mashed potatoes were delicious. We finished with brownies and bread pudding for dessert, both good, but would have been perfect with a scoop of ice cream instead of whipped cream.
Service: Our hostess and waiter were all super friendly. No complaints here.
I’m so glad this place is walking distance from me.
I can see myself becoming a regular here.

ah, Harlem! You never disappoint.
Loved this little cozy, warm, homey spot. Good food and good service.
My friend and I split equal parts of the Jerk Chicken & Waffles and the Shrimp & Parmesan Grits. I could’ve used a bit more flavor for my taste buds, but it was still good.

After being forced to wake up to attend brunch with some friends we ended up at this small eatery in harlem. At first glance you would say «oh its small in there» and once you enter your you will say «wow it really is small in here».
The menu was rather basic. They broke all the foods down by country regions. I stuck to whst i know which was north america but i could not get that meal off the menu (damn you allergens) so i had to build my brunch menu from scratch.
My company said the mimosas were good and also the rum punch was excellent, i stuck to good old fashioned orange juice.
Overall it was tasty and i will go back to try some of the other regions they have.

Another weekend foodie adventure while my son is in classes. Hubby and I Unilocaled for a brunch spot and drove to The Edge. We go here as soon as they opened so we had no wait for a table but I could definitely see there being a wait later in the day because the dining room isn’t too big but they do have some breakfast bar seating in the middle and in front of one of their windows.
We started off with a couple coffees and I ordered a Hibiscus Mimosa which was good and tasted like sorrell in bellini form. Hubby had their «Rum Punch» and I use quotes because it didn’t taste like the rum punch I grew up drinking. It was good but you expect it to be a certain way.
I had the Ackee & Saltfish w/​Festival and Sautéed Kale in lieu of the Loo (callaloo). It was all seasoned very well but the price doesn’t reflect the portion size. Any West Indian who orders this entrée will be severely disappointed, considering you can get twice as much in a serving of that price ($ 17) in a neighborhood hole in the wall and it would be just as authentic and reminiscent of yahd food. Anyhoo, it tasted good, let and the kale was seasoned to taste like callaloo which it did and I finished every bit, mostly because there wasn’t that much on the plate to begin with. Hubby had the Waffle with Fresh Fruit and Rum-​infused Whipped Cream. I kept stealing his whipped cream for my festival. They tasted great together.
All in all, everything was good. I like the vibe of the place and I would definitely go back but I’d probably get the Jerk Chicken and Waffles instead or the Avocado Mash on Toast w/​Eggs and Salmon.

Went on a Saturday night. The food was good but not great. I had sauteed shrimp with rice and BF had fish special. I i really liked the ambiance and décor. Would go back for drinks and maybe try their weekend brunch one day.

Warm service, good music, nice ambiance/​atmosphere.
Their WATER, served in a carafe, is infused with cucumber + lemon
= a very nice touch!
Their SORREL (fruity ginger beer is how I’d describe theirs)
= sweet & flavorful.
Came here on a Monday night = Burger night:
_​COCONUT FISH BURGER ($ 16) Cod served w/​fries, dressed mixed greens, tomato & onions, and tartar-​sauced brioche bun.
= Basically fish & chips! Breading + bun + fries is carb-​heavy, but glad to have the refreshing mixed greens & tomato.
_​VEGGIE BURGER ($ 12) black bean patty w/​curry mayo, dressed mixed greens, tomato & onions, plantains, and caramelized onion spread on brioche bun.
= tasty!
_​COCONUT RICE ($ 5) w/​sweet toasted coconut flakes
= so tasty!
Would return, especially to try their Curry Chicken (alone or in the Mezze starter), enjoy more Coconut Rice, and listen to some live music!

Food is decent at reasonable prices, really cute interior. It’s a place I’ve been to several times as it’s really the only (non-​chain) place to grab a bite or a drink right in my neighborhood, besides Manhattanville, which is more of a coffee shop that serves beer. But there are some problems. The Edge: WHY WON’T YOU LET ME LOVE YOU?!
My qualm here is with the really inconsistent service. The three times I’ve eaten here, I felt like I was more on a quest for the holy grail (ie: a waiter/​waitress) than in a restaurant. Each time, after we were seated, we were woefully abandoned. 10 minutes for water, 15 minutes for a menu, 20 minutes to have our order taken. The fourth time I went, I literally requested that both my drink and my receipt be delivered at the same time, so that we could drink leisurely and leave when we wanted, instead of having the frustration of waiting around for service. The service issue, which I will describe using the scientific term «crazy pants,» is so strange because it’s not that large of a place, nor has it ever been particularly busy when I’ve been in there. Huh.
I will say that a few weeks ago, I went to grab a beer with friends, and a guy who I might assume is the manager served us quickly, paid a lot of attention to us, and was generally super pleasant and kind. If only he had been my server the other four times. In short, an improvement of service would guarantee my business as a regular. And as the Edge serves alcohol, staying open past 11pm would be just groovy, too.

Sweet little café and coffee shop. I was only in Harlem for an afternoon and stopped in based on the Unilocal reviews. The café was decorated with artistic style and the patrons definitely matched the vibe. The short menu also had a Caribbean flare. I ordered a burger for lunch, which was good, and an iced coffee to go. The one minor thing they didn’t have were pickles.
All around enjoyable experience! The service was thoughtful and the atmosphere was great. I will let the photos tell the rest…

The Edge is a comfy spot with a really nice vibe; I loved the dark wood, exposed brick and vintage décor. We decided to dine at this unique Harlem eatery bc they were a fusion of Jamaican and English cuisine. It was also BORM and their Prefix menu was intriguing.
Apps:
****
Spicy shrimp with mango salsa– The presentation was very nice, shrimp was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. You won’t get the spice at first bite but it kicks in after.
***
Codfish fritters with jerk lime aioli– Fairly large in size, fluffy and flavorful; Not a fan of the accompanying aioli.
Entrees:
****
Hanger steak in shallot sauce with rosemary potatoes and haricot vert– My dad enjoyed the steak, he said it was very tender and the shallot sauce was enjoyable. The rosemary potatoes were a bit bland but the string beans were crunchy and delicious.
*****
Seared salmon burger with plantains and arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette– Simply amazing! The salmon patty was flaky, tender and moist with a slight smoked flavor. The bread was soft and buttery, similar to a croissant and the aioli on the bread was great. I also added some of the arugula salad on the burger… Bomb! I didn’t get plantains, I received french fries instead which was fine. They were crunchy and nicely salted.
*(***)
Curry chicken with coconut rice and seasonal vegetables– Sad to say, this was the least enjoyed entrée we picked; the presentation wasn’t too appealing either. The curry flavor was not there, the sauce was just overwhelmed with coconut milk. In addition to the coconut rice, the flavor was too much. We didn’t finish the plate.
–The additional 2 stars are for the Chef, who I spoke to about the plate. I was inquisitive with my questioning but still friendly in my approach and he was extremely receptive. *Second try was good, I tasted a significant amount of curry powder Chef G, Thank u!*
Dessert:
****
Chocolate bread pudding with rum spiced whipped cream and strawberries– Warm bread pudding with oozing chocolate chips, chocolate sauce, and rum whipped cream… Decadent! My taste buds were extremely happy
Drinks:
!Happy Hour Woop Woop!
***
Rum Punch– Not your typical rum punch (I’m pretty sure they used dark rum, less red in color) but they were good. Not too sweet and only $ 5!
Our waiter was very nice, accomodating and answered all of our questions. Other waitstaff was very friendly and helpful as well. My experience here was good, I’ll be sure to stop back in to try their Brunch menu.

Fancy quiet quaint little Corner place we had brunch today. Low dim lighting, brick walls dark green floors.
Ordered the smoked salmon on top of sesame bagel and he ordered the burger medium rare for lunch. The French fries were the crispiest I’ve ever had, I think it was dipped in batter prior to frying.
Casual dress. Quiet and intimate ambiance.