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    Namu Kitchen

    4.7 (327 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

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    Rice bowl
    Rebecca L.

    Namu Kitchen is located in West Covina in the Haven City Plaza. Coming here around lunchtime on a Wednesday, it was not crowded at all. They also have free WiFi for guest and outlets on the side to charge devices. The ambiance was very calming and the restaurant was nicely decorated. I decided to get a rice bowl and it came with a bunch of sides as well. It was a pretty big portion and I couldn't finish it all. The rice was really delicious and the pork was tender and juicy. I really enjoyed the different flavors presented in the bowl. 10/10

    jang jorim burrito
    Jason N.

    I love the way this brunch spot is decorated. It feels like a completely different vibe as soon as you walk in. The whole place has a great ambience. Everything on the menu looked interesting, but the jang jorim burrito stood out to me the most and it didn't disappoint. The beef was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. It's a breakfast style burrito, which makes it perfect for brunch. Service was attentive and on point. There wasn't much of a wait when I went on a weekday, but I'd expect it to be busier on weekends. Definitely planning to come back and try more of the menu.

    T C.

    To find a place like this in West Covina is awesome! They specialize in Korean fusion breakfast. I love the vibe of the place. It's modern and very cute, clean inside. I was impressed with the waitress who was managing 6 tables by herself as I was waiting for my friend to arrive. She was very attentive, nice, and smiley even though I can tell her cortisol levels were rising since she was making drinks in the front while managing orders too. The restroom was CLEAN and pleasant. I was skeptical at first because I generally find fusion food to be a hit or miss. Also, I'm picky with my coffee so I tend to steer away from Korean style coffees because they generally taste like acidic Americanos to me (even their cold brews). I opted for the Espresso Tonics (1 blood orange and 1 yuzu). Both were refreshing and softened/blended with the espresso and their citrus fruit flavors without being overwhelmingly cloy. I ordered Jang Jorim rice bowl and it was pretty tasty. It was a little too salty for me, but the rice, roasted brussel sprouts, cucumber salad, and kimchi countered the saltiness. Overall, I would come back again if I'm in the hood, because the food, ambiance, and service are all solid.

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    Eddie C.

    Food: Namu Breakfast Plate ($19) - sauteed mushroom, crispy kale scrambled egg, parmesan cheese Korean sausage, toasted sourdough, salad, homemade jam and fruits - this was the perfect healthy breakfast with sweet & savory flavors; never had kale taste this good before!!! Drinks: Double Matcha Latte ($7.25) - matcha latte + matcha cloud on top was perfect!!! Service: great, timely service Design: interiors is contemporary with warm wood flooring, wood table tops, wicker with black vinyl chairs, grey walls with green plant strips and other landscape potted plants Overall: if you want great Korean or American brunch food with great espresso or matcha/tea type drinks, then this is a MUST-TRY in the West Covina area!!!

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    Vera L.

    Such a cute brunch spot in the same plaza as Haven City Market. I was able to make a reservation for a larger group and communicate updates through Yelp messages, they're pretty responsive there, especially if you can't get through by phone. I ordered the Jang Jorim (braised beef) burrito- it was super tasty. The portion was huge and I could only finish about a third of it Dirty Hojicha Latte- it didn't really taste like hojicha and leaned a bit sour. But I liked that all their drinks aren't overly sweet. Overall a great spot to catch up with friends!

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    Daphne D.

    Namu Kitchen was busy when we visited and we waited about half an hour. You write your name and party size on a paper to get on the waitlist. Casual vibe with delicious, fresh food. I got the braised beef burrito -- flavorful and a good option to share if neither person is too hungry. Friends got Avo toast, Gyoza, and jang-jorim over rice. Had some of each, and they were delicious as well.

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    Tracy D.

    Adorable breakfast/brunch restaurant with an extremely friendly service! The restaurant is clean and vibin'. The food is absolutely amazing. I was not disappointed by my orders. Everything tastes fresh and perfect. I can't believe I waited thìs long to come here. I wish they were open for dinner!!!! I look forward to coming here again.

    Tofu Eggplant Burrito
    Doreen T.

    I've had Namu Kitchen bookmarked for a while and finally made it in on a recent Monday for brunch. We were seated right away, and I was glad they gave us a larger table because everything on the menu looked tempting. The two of us shared the avocado toast, tofu and eggplant burrito, Korean pork soup Dwaeji Gomtang, and the braised beef brisket Jang Jorim over rice. My favorites were definitely the avocado toast and the Korean pork soup. The soup was incredibly comforting and flavorful, and it honestly felt like they used two whole avocados on the toast, it was also very aesthetic and perfect for photos. I don't eat spicy food, so I was a bit bummed that the tofu and eggplant burrito came with a spicy mayo sauce, but my husband had no trouble enjoying it. To be honest, I was already pretty full by the time the braised beef rice arrived, but it made excellent leftovers for another meal later. I also ordered the hojicha latte with cloud foam, not realizing it only came iced. The waitress was incredibly kind and offered to remake it hot, which I really appreciated. Overall, this is a super cute Korean fusion brunch spot, and I'd highly recommend checking it out.

    amy h.

    Tried this brunch spot since I was in the area of WestCo! It was decently priced for the portion that I got. I got the breakfast plate and it came with a variety of things. It was pretty good. My bf got the Jang-jorim burrito and it was really wet.... messy to eat. Our friend got the Beef bulgogi over rice and the portion was small..... I think consistent and reasonable portioning would help this restaurant. Service was good though

    Jerry T.

    I stopped in for breakfast and since it was my first time here i asked the host what should i try. He recommended the Namu Breakfast plate.Sauted mushroom, crispy kale scrambled egg, parmesan cheese Korean sausage, toasted sourdough, salad, homemade jam and fruits. The mushrooms and smokey Korean sausage were the stars of the show! Also, it was a really good sized portion ! This is a very nice cafe located outside of the Haven City Marketplace.

    Lissa L.

    This beautiful restaurant was once a tofu soup place called Myung Dong. I love what they did with the space. It's both homey and gives boutique hotel vibes. I knew we were going to have a great time the moment we set foot in it. Their server was attentive without hovering. He made sure our water carafe was always full and that we were happy with our food. Speaking of food, their fried chicken must be the best Korean fried chicken in the SGV. Seriously. The chicken was juicy, ever so crispy (but didn't have too much breading), and even with the honey sauce drizzled on top, it didn't lose its structural integrity or get soggy. And the sauce wasn't cloyingly sweet. Just enough to provide a contrast to the chicken, and it had a hint of spice right at the end. The combination of that sauce with the chicken was perfect and lethal. We couldn't stop eating it. My son's French toast was phenomenal. It wasn't too sweet either and with sliced bananas and blueberries, made for the perfect winter breakfast. He was very happy with it. The hubby loved his breakfast plate. It had kurubota sausage, fruit, and I couldn't tell what else because he loved it too much to share any of it with me. We love this restaurant. Namu is going to be one of the staples we will end up going to over and over. Their food and service (and value!) gave us such a pleasurable dining experience.

    tofu + eggplant burrito
    Charlotte D.

    Went in during a weekday and had an impressive brunch! Namu Kitchen has a good amount of interesting menu items and some great drinks that include coffee and other non-coffee beverages. They had a cool drink option in which you can create your own cloud latte. I ordered a cloud latte (base: hojicha, cloud top: black sesame). Unfortunately I didn't get a photo of it, but it was delicious and creamy! I would get it every day if I could! To eat, we ordered the jam & ricotta toast, the jang-jorim burrito, and the tofu & eggplant burrito. The toast consisted of a hefty and perfectly toasted piece of brioche with generous spreads of ricotta and a couple of different fruit jams. Beautifully garnished with a rosemary sprig, our kid loved this and it was yummy. The jang-jorim burrito was a Korean iteration of the breakfast burrito that SoCal knows and loves so dearly. Brisket, scrambled eggs, potatoes, and sautéed veggies were wrapped in a nicely toasted tortilla. The tofu & eggplant burrito was a wonderfully veggie-forward version of a breakfast burrito, and it came in a spinach tortilla (my fave!). Both burritos came with a side salad and a salsa verde that I wanted bottled to take home. I would highly recommend both, but I lean towards the tofu & eggplant! We waited a little bit because it was much busier than usual for a weekday, but the cute interior and great customer service made up for it. We can't wait to come back soon!

    Elainey G.

    Wonderful! Food was good especially the French toast. Love the menu is simple, not too much options but still good variety so it's not overwhelming. Different kind of brunch than the usual eggs and hash. It's like a breath of fresh air for brunch. Decently priced and the food came out quick. Plus dog friendly.

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