CaliXReverence
Restaurant · Central Harlem
2104 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10026
Highlights
Eclectic restaurant offering diverse American cuisine
Eclectic restaurant offering diverse American cuisine
"Proudly Californian, Chef Russell Jackson switched coasts and commands Reverence, set along Harlem's historic stretch of Strivers' Row. The chef weaves his love of California, seasonality, and fermentation into an intriguing tasting menu that features an abundance of local produce. Like the weather, the menu changes quickly but may include the likes of Texas-style toast wrapped in fig leaf with tofu and farmers cheese and a beet reduction. Then, sauteed cabbage and white beans in a luscious sauce is served with a half loaf of bread for soaking up every last bit. Finally, homemade cookies are just the treat you need to end the evening." - Michelin Inspector
"Reverence does an “adult style” New Year’s Eve dinner, which really just means that you will be home in your pajamas by the time the ball drops. (This is the exact promise they make on their reservation page.) The Harlem restaurant will have two seatings on New Year’s Eve (at 5pm and 8:30pm), during which they’ll be serving a $305 multi-course menu with beverage pairings, a champagne toast, and a guaranteed early bedtime." - willa moore
"The crew at this Harlem tasting menu spot have put together a take-home kit that you could try to pass off as your own. That is, if anyone will buy that you dreamed up their black walnut brined turkey, foraged cranberry lime compote, and onion sourdough marmite gravy all on your own. Reverence is known for its California-inspired cuisine, emphasis on fermentation, and chicken dinners, and you’ll see those influences on their holiday menu too. Each meal kit should feed four to six people, and includes sides, dessert, and a half-cooked turkey to finish at home." - neha talreja, molly fitzpatrick
"Reverence in Harlem has rotating, three-course bento boxes for pick-up. They’re only available on weekends, and you can pre-order yours through their website." - hannah albertine, nikko duren, bryan kim, arden shore, matt tervooren
"“Like Bjorn Borg at 26 or an ex who’s afraid of commitment, Deadwood called it quits in its prime back in 2006. I would’ve loved to see more Timothy Olyphant and Ian McShane or Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane, but I also appreciate that there were never any lulls during its three phenomenal seasons. The takeout menu at Reverence in Harlem is similarly concise, and while you might wish it had more than just a fish and a meat-focused tasting menu, you should also appreciate that there are no weak spots.” -MT" - hannah albertine, nikko duren, arden shore, matt tervooren
