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Nadia's Soul Food
- 2 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027

Soul food restaurant ★3.0 (50)·$10–20

2 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027, USA

3.0
All the positive comments prepared me for a great meal. I enjoyed the dishes and appreciated the waiters. Excellent flavors and reasonable charges for the amount provided. Most notably, the team shows authentic warmth. My next trip here will include this restaurant. - Elsa Bennett
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$10–20 per person Reported by 50 people$1–10$10–20$20–30$30–50$50–100

Nadia's Soul Food Introduce

In a city as diverse as New York, few cuisines have the power to evoke a sense of home and comfort quite like soul food. Nadia's Soul Food, a celebrated Black-owned restaurant in the heart of Harlem, is a prime example. This establishment is dedicated to serving up authentic, hearty dishes that are a true taste of home-cooked goodness. From classic favorites to generous platters, the menu is a celebration of rich flavors and satisfying meals that will warm your soul with every bite.

Nadia's has quickly become a local favorite, known for its fast service and the genuine warmth of its staff. As one reviewer enthusiastically noted, "The team shows authentic warmth." This welcoming atmosphere, combined with the delicious food, makes it a spot that customers are eager to return to. Whether you're dining alone, grabbing a meal for the family, or feeding a large group, Nadia's Soul Food is a reliable destination for high-quality, flavorful food at reasonable prices. The restaurant's commitment to creating a great dining experience is evident in its clean kitchen and the delicious meals it serves, making it a place to "highly recommend."


Location and Accessibility

Nadia's Soul Food is centrally located at 2 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027, USA. This prime location places it directly on one of Harlem's most bustling and iconic streets. It is incredibly accessible via New York City's extensive public transportation network. The restaurant is just steps away from the 2 and 3 subway lines at the 125th Street station, making it a convenient stop for anyone in the city. Additionally, numerous bus routes run along 125th Street, providing easy access from various neighborhoods. The central location makes it a perfect stop for lunch or dinner while exploring the vibrant culture of Harlem.


Services Offered

  • Dine-in: The restaurant offers a casual and comfortable setting for customers who wish to enjoy their meal on-site.
  • Takeout: For a quick and easy meal on the go, Nadia's provides a fast and efficient takeout service.
  • Delivery: Enjoy your favorite soul food dishes from the comfort of your home. The restaurant offers convenient delivery service.
  • Catering: Nadia's Soul Food provides catering services, making it an ideal choice for events, parties, and family gatherings.

Features and Highlights

  • Fast Service: Customers have praised the restaurant for its quick service, which ensures you get your delicious meal without a long wait.
  • Excellent Flavors and Fresh Food: The food is consistently described as delicious, with "excellent flavors" and well-seasoned dishes.
  • Reasonably Priced with Generous Portions: Reviewers appreciate that the food is "well priced" and that you get a good amount for what you pay.
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: The restaurant is noted as being "good for kids," with a warm and welcoming environment that appeals to families.
  • Wide Variety of Sides: The menu features a vast selection of classic soul food sides, including Mac n Cheese, Collard Greens, Candied Yams, and Potato Salad, which are often praised for their authentic taste.
  • Delicious Desserts: Nadia's is highlighted for having "great dessert," including classic options like Banana Pudding and Peach Cobbler.
  • Identifies as Black-Owned: The restaurant proudly identifies as a Black-owned business, highlighting its role and contribution to the community.

Contact Information

Address: 2 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027, USA

Phone: (646) 490-5058

Mobile Phone: +1 646-490-5058


What is Worth Choosing?

With such a large and tempting menu, deciding what to order at Nadia's Soul Food can be a challenge. Based on customer feedback and the menu's star offerings, a few dishes truly stand out. The Turkey Wing Dinner is a highly-recommended and popular choice, with one reviewer noting the meat was "flavor-filled and tender." This dish is a great way to experience the main dishes and the sides, as it's offered with either one or two sides.

The Oxtail Dinner is another must-try. Customers have praised the oxtail for being "so good" and not "tough," with a "nice amount" of meaty pieces. This is a classic soul food dish that speaks to the restaurant's commitment to authentic, well-prepared cuisine. For those who prefer classic comfort, the Fried Chicken Dinner is also a solid choice, and for a different flavor profile, the Jerk Chicken is a popular option.

The sides are just as important as the entrees in soul food, and at Nadia's, they are a major highlight. The Mac N Cheese, Collard Greens, and Candied Yams are staples that receive a lot of positive feedback. One reviewer mentioned that the collard greens were "seasoned right" and that the yams were "perfect not too sweet or mushy." These sides are a perfect complement to any entree and a great way to get a full, satisfying meal.

Finally, you cannot leave without trying the desserts. The restaurant is praised for its "great dessert," particularly the Banana Pudding and Peach Cobbler. These sweet treats provide the perfect ending to a hearty and flavorful meal. The overall experience at Nadia's Soul Food, from the delicious and generously portioned food to the warm and friendly service, makes it a standout choice for anyone seeking authentic and comforting American soul food in New York City. The fact that customers visit multiple times a week shows the restaurant’s strong appeal and reliability.

Nadia's Soul Food Food & drink

  • Deserts

  • Banana Pudding $4.95

    Banana pudding with vanilla wafers

  • Layered Cake $5.95

    Selection changes bi-weekly. This week's selections are: Pineapple Lemon Yellow Cake with Chocolate Frosting Strawberry.

  • Apple Cobbler $9.95
  • Peach Cobbler $9.95
  • Entrées

  • Jerk Chicken (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Whiting Fish Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Beef Ribs Dinner (1 Side) $15.95

    Served with one side.

  • Smothered Chicken Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Shrimp Dinner (1 Side) $13.95

    Served with one side.

  • Smothered Chicken Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Turkey Wing Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Beef Ribs Dinner (2 Sides) $18.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Fried Chicken Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Pork Ribs BBQ Dinner (2 Sides) $16.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Turkey Meatloaf Dinner (1 Side) $10.95

    Served with one side.

  • Jerk Chicken (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • BBQ Chicken Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Lemon Pepper Wings $14.95

    Lemon pepper wings paired with choice of two sides: mac n cheese, greens, various rice, yams, potatoes, or vegetables.

  • Turkey Wing Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Fried Salmon Bites With Seasoned Fries $10.95

    Bite-sized salmon pieces, deep-fried and accompanied by seasoned fries, typically includes a light batter and a hint of sweet chili.

  • Oxtail Dinner (1 Side) $15.95

    Served with one side.

  • Oxtail Dinner (2 Sides) $18.95

    Served with two sides.

  • BBQ Chicken Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Salmon Dinner (2 Sides) $18.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Turkey Meatloaf Dinner (2 Sides) $13.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Baked Chicken 1 Side $11.95

    Tender and Juicy Chicken Seasoned and Baked to Perfection!!!

  • Fried Chicken Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with your 2 favorite sides.

  • Baked Chicken $14.95

    Tender and Juicy Chicken Seasoned and Baked to Perfection!!!

  • Salmon Dinner (1 Side) $15.95

    Served with one side.

  • Lemon Pepper Wings 1 Side $11.95

    Lemon pepper wings served with choice of one side: mac n cheese, greens, various rices, yams, salad, potatoes, or vegetables.

  • Shrimp Dinner (2 Sides) $16.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Pork Ribs BBQ Dinner (1 Side) $13.95

    Served with one side.

  • Drinks

  • Bottle Water $1.00
  • Can Soda $1.50

    This week's sodas are: cola grape pepsi orange ginger ale

  • Peach Lemonade $3.95
  • Bottle Juice $2.50

    Snapple various

  • Fruit Punch $3.95
  • Raspberry Lemonade $3.95
  • Lemonade $3.95
  • Sides

  • Candied Yams $4.95
  • String Beans $4.95
  • Yellow Rice $4.95

    Yellow rice

  • Red Rice $4.95

    Red rice

  • Potato Salad $4.95

    Cold dish made from seasoned potatoes.

  • Mac N Cheese $4.95

    Macaroni pasta in a cheese sauce.

  • Collard Greens $4.95
  • Turkey Stuffing $4.95
  • Cabbage $4.95
  • Macaroni Salad $4.95
  • Brown Rice $4.95
  • Pasta Salad $4.95

    Chilled salad with a pasta base.

  • Mash Potatoes $4.95

    Homemade mash potatoes.

  • Sides

  • Candied Yams $4.95
  • Mac Salad $4.95
  • Red Rice $4.95

    Red rice

  • String Beans $4.95
  • Potato Salad $4.95

    Cold dish made from seasoned potatoes.

  • Mac N Cheese $4.95

    Macaroni pasta in a cheese sauce.

  • Collard Greens $4.95
  • Mashed Potatoes $4.95

    Homemade mash potatoes

  • Cabbage $4.95
  • Brown Rice $4.95
  • Extra Turkey Wing $5.95

    Xtra turkey wing

  • Mash Potatoes $4.95

    Homemade mash potatoes.

  • Entrées (Lunch Specials)

  • Jerk Chicken $10.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Smothered Chicken Lunch $10.95

    Served with two sides.

  • BBQ Chicken Lunch $10.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Fried Chicken Lunch $10.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Turkey Meat Loaf Lunch $10.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Entrées

  • Baked Chicken 1 Side $11.95

    Tender and Juicy Chicken Seasoned and Baked to Perfection!!!

  • Lemon Pepper Wings $14.95
  • Salmon Dinner (2 Sides) $18.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Oxtail Dinner (1 Side) $15.95

    Served with one side.

  • Jerk Chicken (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Baked Chicken $14.95

    Tender and Juicy Chicken Seasoned and Baked to Perfection!!!

  • Shrimp Dinner (1 Side) $13.95

    Served with one side.

  • Turkey Wing Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • BBQ Chicken Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Oxtail Dinner (2 Sides) $18.95

    Served with two sides

  • Turkey Meatloaf Dinner (1 Side) $10.95

    Served with one side.

  • Smothered Chicken Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Turkey Meatloaf Dinner (2 Sides) $13.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Turkey Wing Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Pork Ribs BBQ Dinner (2 Sides) $16.95

    Served with two sides

  • Beef Ribs Dinner (2 Sides) $18.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Pork Ribs BBQ Dinner (1 Side) $13.95

    Served with one side.

  • Shrimp Dinner (2 Sides) $16.95

    Served with two sides

  • BBQ Chicken Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Salmon Dinner (1 Side) $15.95

    Served with one side.

  • Fried Chicken Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Fried Chicken Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with your 2 favorite sides.

  • Jerk Chicken (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Whiting Fish Dinner (2 Sides) $14.95

    Served with two sides.

  • Smothered Chicken Dinner (1 Side) $11.95

    Served with one side.

  • Lemon Pepper Wings 1 Side $11.95
  • Beef Ribs Dinner (1 Side) $15.95

    Served with one side.

  • Fried Salmon Bites/W Seasoned Fries $10.95
  • Desserts

  • Peach Cobbler $9.95
  • Banana Pudding $4.95

    Banana pudding with vanilla wafers

  • Apple Cobbler $9.95
  • Cake $5.95
  • Drinks

  • Lemonade $3.95
  • Fruit Punch $3.95
  • Bottled Water $1.00
  • Bottled Juice $2.50
  • Can Soda $1.50

    This week's sodas are: cola grape pepsi orange ginger ale

Nadia's Soul Food Details

  • From the business

  • Identifies as Black-owned
  • Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great dessert
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Offerings

  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Crowd

  • Locals
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids

Nadia's Soul Food Photos

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Nadia's Soul Food Location

Nadia's Soul Food

2 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027, USA

Nadia's Soul Food Reviews

An average rating of ★3.6 from 102 user reviews.

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