Harlem Shake, a small smash burger chain, is aiming to open this summer at 698 Manhattan Avenue, currently occupied by coffee shop Pueblo Querido.
Harlem Shake was first opened in Harlem in 2013 by Jelena Pasic, a frequent visitor to the upper Manhattan neighborhood. Since then, a second location in Park Slope was opened, making the Greenpoint outpost Harlem Shake’s third restaurant.
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Pueblo Querido is more than just a place to grab a coffee — it’s built on hard work, dedication, and heart. It’s been part of our daily routines, our conversations, and our community.
It’s truly sad to see how situations like this can happen without proper communication or respect. Behind this coffee shop there’s a story, a dream, and a family giving their all every single day.
Moments like this remind us how important it is to stand together and support local businesses that give so much to our neighborhoods.
If you can, come by, share, or show your support. Pueblo Querido deserves recognition, respect, and our support now more than ever ☕
Yea, I think I’ll pass.