Address: | 2271 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10030, USA |
Phone: | +1 212-690-7807 |
Site: | shrinenyc.com |
Rating: | 4.5 |
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A Private User
I am a very proud African American woman, who decided to enjoy a night out in Harlem for a date with my love, I stumbled in this place by chance, loved the look of the place, loved the ambiance... I just knew i was in for a treat. When we walked in there, we are greeted and seated, and by then this CAUCASIAN band was preparing to preform. THE MUSIC WAS TERRIBLE, and quite frankly, If i wanted to hear that terrible music they were playing i would have went to the village, but I was in HARLEM, being subjected to such a thing!!!! I am all about diversification..... however, there are certain locations in this world (Harlem is obviously one of them)that I feel should stay true to their roots, or in the event of flowering into different fields, at least never fully detaching themselves. I expected a continous ambiance of an ecentric atmosphere, i wanted to hear styles like Erykah Badu/ Lauryn Hill/ India Arie some neo-soul. but it WAS NOTHING LIKE THAT. Art work displaying Fela Kuti, black power, Muhammed Ali and things of that nature decorated the wall, but that white band in center stage reflected nothing of the sort. VERY DISSAPOINTED!!!! and they were selling drinks for $13 that was the size of shotglasses!! Im more than upset at this place, Harlem USA should forever ripple the pride and uniqueness that echoes through the blocks. If an old time Harlemite walked in this place they would be disgusted. And please dont get me wrong, by no means am I a racist. I am not, but they seem to be giving into the whitening of modern day Harlem. UGGHHH i was so mad I didnt even get a drink or get to taste the food, and I really wanted that Fela Burger. Well the search is still on, for that romatic atmosphere like in the movie Love Jones... when i can look in my mans eyes and he looks in mine, and the drinks are right, the ambiance is right and the rythym of the music flows through my soul graceful and on beat as it should. GET IT TOGETHER SHRINE, GIMME SOME REAL MUSIK!!!!!!!
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Ingrid Prescott
;o) Simply put...FELA would be proud of this beautiful, cultured, yet AWESOME venue, The Shrine. I am a native New Yorker who grew up in Harlem. I moved away 25+ years ago to the UWS, and discovered this breath taking venue on Saturday by a dear friend of mine who lives in Harlem now. What is mind blowing is that the VERY TALENTED BANDS that performs at the Shrine are playing their heart out passionately for FREE. Other than the crowd going crazy of pure jubilation, their compensation is tips, and its not a lot. Much love to ALL THE BANDS that come out and share their LOVE for music in the Harlem community. This will be my regular Saturday night hang out spot. ITS A MUST DO!!!! ;O) Peace, LOVE, FELA & the Shrine!!!
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A Private User
May I suggest "N" do one of two things: 1. relocate the love in your heart or 2. admit to the racist attitudes youve expressed here. This kind of denial is what kills any kind of movement forward. "...please dont get me wrong, by no means am I a racist..." but basically caucasian people should stay in the village and get out of my neighborhood because the community I can appreciate listens to "...styles like Erykah Badu/ Lauryn Hill/ India Arie...," and appreciates"...Art work displaying Fela Kuti, black power, Muhammed Ali." Do you hear yourself? Im glad youre proud of who you are, but when pride is manifested like this, I find it dangerous and poisonous.
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Matthias Hess
The Shrine is a fun place to stop for a drink while you see who is playing. I have heard some really interesting music unlike anything I previously was exposed to (from Nigerian rap to Balkan soul). You can check the lineup on their website to see who will be on, or just stop in and check it out. It is usually standing-room-only at night, and extremely loud, so not great for conversation. The food comes from Yatenga next door (in fact, there is a door leading directly between the two) but if its food you want, I would just go there before or after. There is a great selection of beers ($4-7) and never a cover charge.
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Vladimir Jovanovic
If youre into live music, youre love this place. Live shows 7 days a week from up and coming bands or older musicians who are onto jamming. Variety of genres with focus on afor, reagge and jazz music. Funk and RnR are not lacking as well. Staff is really friendly and food is delicious. Behind uncommon names youll find pretty simple and really delicious meals ranging from toasted sandwiches (Yotenga toast; yumm!) to grilled lamb. Great cocktail list too Mango mojito is great! Theres a lot of old LPs on the wall and ceiling and big poster of Fela Kuti. Great touch!
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A Private User
Some nights the music and dancing is out of this world on other nights its middlin to poor, You just have to take a chance. Regarding the racial dynamics, the truth is that the Shrine carries on a tradition of attracting whites to the neighborhood for good funky fun. This is part of Harlems history. Think of the tea parties and after hour joints of yesteryears where black and white patrons would go and have chicken and waffles after dancing to the sound of big bands like Chick Webb.
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A Private User
One of the groups performing was having problems with the sound, and instead of being helpful the sound guy was rude and dismissive, at some point saying "You have half an hour". It was such a turn off, because till that point of the night, I was enjoying myself. And you can argue the performers should have done a soundcheck of sorts before performing, but still. I dont think it was necessary to be so dismissive.
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doreen Edwards
This place sucks...The owner ousamsne was a racist..i had a sition with The waitress at The bar sje was ride ...i explained eahst happeped to me to The owner he was yellong at me like i was a child..if i was white he would not have done that....i told him i was goinng to report him to my senater keith wright..and i will...i work for harlem hospital im gonna tell my coworkers Dont go to shrines
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Diamond A. Washington
I randomly went to Shrine for the first time in July. It was awesome! From the djs, to the locals, & audience was great. The drinks wasnt bad either, and the prices was good. I got to dance my Afro beatz on stage and the crown was very diverse and welcoming. So was the music. To enter was like between 5 to $15. Overall, me and my girlfriends will def be going back soon.
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Loren Hicks
Shrine is so dear to my heart, I love everything everything about it. Music is awesome, great owners, dj is always on point, decor is cool, crowd is mixed lively and beautiful. And you cant beat the solid beer selection. Its perfect in its execution, makes sense why its been there for almost a decade and is still the go-to joint in Harlem.
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Enrico Zanardo
Great Local bar in Harlem.. The only place I know where they play cool and groovy African music, great to dance. The DJ set typically starts at midnight, and goes on till 4, before they have local bands playing live. Awesome! Too bad they have a cover and the drinks are pretty expensive, compared to the places nearby
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amy turner
Good vibes . If you come to fight and act ignorant this is not the spot for you . The dj and hype man make the party. The bartenders are on point. This is a go to spot for the grown and lovely ppl . African night Id every night they are open...frrsking fb love this spot. Oh and the live music...love