GOAT-worthy burgers & innovative chopped cheese rice cakes.
This Brooklyn spot is a celebrated haven for Korean-American fusion, drawing crowds with its innovative take on classic comfort foods. Diners rave about the must-try kimchi smash burger and chopped cheese rice cakes, often calling them the best they've ever had. While some find the prices steep, many agree the unique flavors and quality ingredients make it a worthwhile indulgence.
NOWON offers a Korean-American fusion menu with a strong emphasis on burgers and unique small plates. The 'kimchi smash burger' and 'chopped cheese rice cakes' are consistently highlighted as must-try items, with many users calling them the best they've ever had. Some reviewers also recommend the dry-aged burger, honey garlic tots, and General Lee's chicken. While most feedback is positive, a few customers have found the burger to be just 'okay' or have criticized the price point as excessive.
"The kimchi smash burger and chopped cheese rice cakes are overwhelmingly recommended, with many calling them the best they've ever had. Other highly praised items include the dry-aged burger, General Lee's chicken, and honey garlic tots."
Customers generally have a very positive experience, frequently praising the unique Korean-American fusion dishes, especially the burgers and rice cakes. Some users find the prices to be on the higher side, though many feel the quality justifies the cost.
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Some customers find the prices to be high, and there are mixed reviews regarding the burger's quality and consistency, with some finding it just 'okay' or criticizing the bun. One user noted a perceived decline in quality after the original chef left.
"Nowon Bushwick is recommended as a Korean fusion restaurant."
Positive"The user believes Nowon's quality has declined and the food is now "gloopier" since the original chef left, although it is still considered "good.""
Negative"The user had a strange dining experience at Nowon where their party of 10 was limited to sharing only 3 burgers from a pre-fixe menu, despite the food tasting good."
Neutral"As a Korean, the user found Nowon to be just "okay" and overpriced."
Negative"The user expresses a strong desire and excitement to try Nowon."
Positive"The user understands the comparison regarding Nowon's pizza and plans to continue ordering their established favorite items like the burger, tots, and rice cakes."
Neutral"The user found Nowon's pizza solid but believes it is not as uniquely outstanding as their signature burger."
Neutral"The user inquires about the quality of pizza at Nowon's Bushwick location, mentioning they frequently get the burger, tots, and rice cakes at the East Village spot."
Neutral"The user points out that Nowon's burger does not have lettuce or tomato, correcting a misconception by another user."
Neutral"The user notes that Nowon's Bushwick location offers pizza."
Neutral"The user visited Nowon with high expectations but was ultimately unimpressed, rating the experience as a 6.5/10."
Negative"The user enthusiastically praises Nowon's chopped cheese rice cakes, indicating strong approval with a fire emoji."
Positive"The user describes Nowon as a "super solid spot" and consistently enjoys their meals there."
Positive"The user agrees that Nowon's burger looks appealing based on the provided image."
Positive"The user states they have not yet visited Nowon's Bushwick location."
Neutral"The user inquires if the original poster has visited Nowon's Bushwick location."
Neutral"The user questions the expectation of lettuce and tomato on a smashburger, implying Nowon's burger falls into this category."
Neutral"The user comments positively on the visual appeal of Nowon's burger based on its picture."
Positive"The user finds Nowon beautiful and consistently packed, but expresses a desire for the prices to be lower."
Neutral"The user expresses interest in trying Nowon's chopped cheese rice cakes and chicken sando on a future visit."
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