Dear Mama East Harlem

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Just a reminder that there’s a sunny spot inside the cafe for you to settle into.
10/07/2026

Just a reminder that there’s a sunny spot inside the cafe for you to settle into.

Good morningHave you tried our Jambon Beurre sandwich?Maybe today is the day, just saying.
10/05/2026

Good morning
Have you tried our Jambon Beurre sandwich?
Maybe today is the day, just saying.

Are we back to Fall vibes now? Honestly who knows. This is your sign that there’s great coffee around the corner. Litera...
10/01/2026

Are we back to Fall vibes now? Honestly who knows.

This is your sign that there’s great coffee around the corner. Literally, look at the sign.

Turns out there’s a little bit more to squeeze out of summer. Reminder that there’s delicious refreshing beverages just ...
09/30/2026

Turns out there’s a little bit more to squeeze out of summer. Reminder that there’s delicious refreshing beverages just around the corner at Dear Mama.

Coffee made with love for you by someone else. That’s the best way to begin the day.
09/29/2026

Coffee made with love for you by someone else. That’s the best way to begin the day.

What’s better than a cozy bowl of tomato soup on days like today? Only if it’s paired with The Classic Grilled Cheese! ...
09/27/2026

What’s better than a cozy bowl of tomato soup on days like today? Only if it’s paired with The Classic Grilled Cheese!

Unsure of whether our Espresso Martini is “Love” and Signature Chocolate Chip Cookies are “Happiness”, but really either...
09/26/2026

Unsure of whether our Espresso Martini is “Love” and Signature Chocolate Chip Cookies are “Happiness”, but really either or both is a great way to make a grey day, a GREAT one.

As overheard during our 10 year anniversary soirée this summer.

It’s been a minute since we’ve turned Dear Mama’s dining room into a stage; so it’s obvious that we would ask friend and...
09/25/2026

It’s been a minute since we’ve turned Dear Mama’s dining room into a stage; so it’s obvious that we would ask friend and performer Du’Bois A’Keen to lead us into an evening of community celebration and connection.

TONIGHT!

Music begins at 5:15pm with a second set at 6:00pm, with brief interludes where we will turn the stage over to local non-profits NY Common Pantry and Uptown Grand Central to share their work.

Percentage of food & beverage sales during the performance benefits both these worthy charities. One drink minimum per seat, no cover.

Du’Bois A’Keen is a composer, recording artist, singer-songwriter, music director, and vocal arranger whose expansive catalogue spans gospel, R&B, soul, jazz, and concert music and we are thrilled to have him serenading us this evening.

In addition to his artist-scholar practice, A’Keen serves on faculty at Columbia University’s Climate School and School of Professional Studies in Sustainability Management.

Since he last graced the cafe stage, Du’Bois has
served as Creative Associate and Music Director for Matthew Rushing’s Sacred Songs for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, presented at New York City Center and the Whitney Museum’s Edges of Ailey. In 2026, he made his Lincoln Center debut at Alice Tully Hall as Founder and Director of the Harlem Gospel Ensemble and featured solo vocalist in Carrie Mae Weems’ Contested Sites of Memory, alongside Nona Hendryx, Carl Hancock Rux, Helga Davis, and Craig Harris.

Previously, A’Keen served as Associate Director of Music and Programming for the Mama Foundation for the Arts and Sing Harlem, headlining Red Rooster Harlem’s Gospel Brunch and performing at Glamour’s Women of the Year tribute to Mary J. Blige and the Clooney Foundation for Justice’s Albie Awards.

His recent recordings include Sacred Songs Suite and the double-sided EP A’ LOVE NOTE, celebrated with his Apollo Theater Music Café debut alongside Sacred Groove, his 11-piece band.
Most recently, A’Keen premiered a new work commissioned by Duke Arts.

Learn more about the evenings partners
Du’Bois A’Keen
New York Common Pantry
Uptown Grand Central

Join us Friday Sept 25th for Fall in Love with Harlem5-7pmFeaturing live musical performances by Du’Bois A’Keen and shin...
09/14/2026

Join us Friday Sept 25th for Fall in Love with Harlem
5-7pm

Featuring live musical performances by Du’Bois A’Keen and shining a light on local organizations doing incredible work New York Common Pantry and Uptown Grand Central

No cover, one drink minimum

Today and everyday, Dear Mama is proud to be a New York-raised, independently owned and operated small business in Harle...
09/11/2026

Today and everyday, Dear Mama is proud to be a New York-raised, independently owned and operated small business in Harlem.

(Quote seen here is a voice message received as part of our 10year anniversary celebration this summer…the love you show us is always returned and so so appreciated.)

youareappreciated

Address

308 East 109th Street
New York, NY
10029

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 8pm
Sunday 7am - 8pm

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