<div class="tldr">Three new restaurants are opening this month along Frederick Douglass Boulevard, Harlem's Restaurant Row. Openings include establishments focused on West African, Southern, and Mexican cuisines.</div>

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<li>Openings scheduled for June 2024.</li>

<li>All restaurants located between West 116th and West 123rd Streets.</li>

<li>New arrivals: Sene Café, Magnolia & Main, and Taqueria 120.</li>

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Local restaurateurs are betting on Harlem’s continued growth as a dining destination with three openings in June 2024. Sene Café, a West African eatery from chef Aissatou Diop, opens at 2225 Frederick Douglass Boulevard on June 13. Magnolia & Main, a Southern bistro led by restaurateur Anthony Rhodes, will open its doors at 2240 Frederick Douglass Boulevard one week later. Taqueria 120 plans its debut at 120 West 121st Street by the end of the month.

Sene Café specializes in Senegalese stews, grilled meats, and West African pastries. The café’s owner, Aissatou Diop, says the menu draws on her family’s recipes and will offer both breakfast and dinner service. Magnolia & Main introduces a menu of Southern staples such as shrimp and grits, fried chicken, and collard greens. Taqueria 120 focuses on Mexico City-style street tacos and homemade salsas, aiming for late-night hours on weekends.

Harlem’s Restaurant Row, recognized for its concentration of locally owned restaurants, continues to attract both new concepts and established operators. Area business groups, including the Frederick Douglass Boulevard Alliance, have cited recent demand for diverse cuisine and expanded evening service. Neighbors report ongoing construction and hiring for all three businesses as of early June.

<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>

<h2>Where are the new restaurants located?</h2>

<p>All three openings are situated along Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Harlem, specifically between West 116th and West 123rd Streets. Sene Café is at 2225 Frederick Douglass Blvd, Magnolia & Main at 2240 Frederick Douglass Blvd, and Taqueria 120 at 120 West 121st Street.</p>

<h2>When are the opening dates for each restaurant?</h2>

<p>Sene Café opens on June 13, 2024. Magnolia & Main plans to open one week later, likely around June 20. Taqueria 120 is expected to open by the end of June 2024, with the exact date pending final inspections.</p>

<h2>What types of cuisine do the new restaurants offer?</h2>

<p>Sene Café features West African cuisine, including Senegalese dishes. Magnolia & Main serves traditional Southern food. Taqueria 120 focuses on Mexico City-style tacos and street fare. Each restaurant offers different menus and hours tailored to their themes.</p>