Korean-American fusion with killer burgers & creative twists like kimchi sauce. Must-try for unique eats!
This East Village gem offers a unique take on Korean-American cuisine, blending traditional flavors with bold, inventive twists. It's particularly renowned for its exceptional burgers, including the highly praised Kimchi Burger and a double cheeseburger that consistently earns rave reviews. Beyond burgers, patrons can explore creative dishes like chopped cheese tteokbokki and honey butter tater tots, making it a go-to spot for those seeking a flavorful and memorable dining experience.
This restaurant offers a Korean-American fusion menu that leans heavily into creative comfort food. It's celebrated for its exceptional burgers, with many specifically recommending the Kimchi Burger and a well-executed double cheeseburger. Other popular and unique dishes include chopped cheese tteokbokki and honey butter tater tots. While most feedback is glowing, a few diners have noted occasional issues with food temperature.
"The burgers, particularly the Kimchi Burger and a double cheeseburger, are highly recommended. Other standout dishes include the chopped cheese tteokbokki and honey butter tater tots. The tasting menu (Mixtape) is also praised for its value."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the innovative Korean-American fusion, with particular acclaim for their burgers and unique dishes. While most experiences are highly positive, a few isolated negative reviews mention issues with food temperature and service consistency.
Important Note
One user reported a very negative birthday experience with cold food and service issues. Another mentioned the restaurant can get very loud, making conversation difficult.
"Nowon was suggested as one of many options for parents or out-of-town guests."
Positive"The author rated the Burger 8/10, considering it the best burger they ate in NYC, but found the chopped cheese rice cakes disappointing, comparing them to fancy hamburger helper."
Positive"Nowon is recommended if you want a burger and offers a trendy vibe with elevated food. This is contrasted with Take31's late-night, social vibe."
Positive"The original poster is revisiting Nowon as a potential dining option based on the recommendations."
Neutral"Nowon is only recommended if the commenter is specifically looking for their burger. Hojokban is considered the best overall choice among the three."
Neutral"Nowon is described as super fun and delicious, with great service. They also noted it for playing fun music and offering sparklers for birthdays."
Positive"Nowon is suggested as an option in the East Village, known for its burger and fitting the smart casual, sexy vibe with Korean Gastropub fare."
Positive"Nowon East is described as barely Korean, more of a gastropub with Korean influences or a Korean take on American food. It's noted that most of its audience is not Asian."
Negative"Nowon is not a traditional Korean place but rather Korean-inspired, focusing on burgers and fusion dishes. It's good but might not be what the user is looking for if they want traditional Korean."
Positive"Nowon is described as amazing but primarily American food with Korean influences, served in a 'pocha/bar' style. It's recommended for those seeking the best burger with kimchi."
Positive"Nowon is the commenter's favorite among the three discussed, closely followed by Hojokban. Take31 was found to be less memorable. KJUN, a Korean-Cajun fusion spot, is also highly recommended as a unique option."
Positive"This commenter does not recommend Nowon, despite not having tried Hojokban or Take32. They previously received a recommendation for it but would not suggest it."
Negative"Nowon is described as more Korean-American, featuring dishes like honey butter tater tots and smashed burgers with kimchi mayo. It is considered more uniquely New York with American influences compared to other modern Korean places."
Positive"The commenter has not been to Nowon but heard they are more known for their burger. They found Hojokban to be better than Take31."
Neutral"Nowon is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"This user states that Nowon's burger left a more lasting impression than Emily's and is a different class of smash burger compared to 7th Street Burger."
Positive"This user states that Nowon's smash burger is in a different weight class of flavor compared to 7th Street Burger, which they feel has also declined."
Positive"This user enthusiastically recommends Nowon's smash burger, stating it's in a different league of flavor compared to 7th Street Burger."
Positive"This commenter notes that Nowon's burger is saucy and has good structural integrity."
Positive"This user prefers Nowon's burger to Emily's, finding it saucey yet balanced with mild spice and tang from the kimchi, and believes Emily's has declined."
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