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Nowon Bushwick

4.5 (198 reviews)
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Bacon and Kimchi Fried Rice, The Legendary Cheese Burger, and Garlic Honey Butter Tots
Ashlea M.

I first found out about Nowon through Tiktok and heard they had an amazing burger. My friend and I went a few weeks ago to try out their burger which I can say is very tasty. The restaurant was clean and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We ended up splitting the Legendary Cheese Burger, Skillet Bacon and Kimchi Fried Rice, and the Garlic Honey Butter Tater Tots. It was plenty of food to share between the two of us. All of the food was delicious and I would definitely come back to explore more of the menu.

The Legendary Cheeseburger.
Jocelin M.

My friend and I shared the Classic Mixtape. We selected the Kimchi, Toast, Shrimp Tacos, Chicken, Burger, and Tater Tots. I enjoyed and devoured it all. Be forewarned: the chicken, toast, and the tots lean sweet. Too sweet for my friend's tastebuds. The burger was juicy and flavorful. 10/10. I'll be back.

Andrew G.

Within one week of hearing they opened Nowon in my neighborhood, I had to go get the chopped cheese over rice cakes in my face as fast as possible. Super chic interior, definite date spot, and fits the neighborhood quite well. Our server was great and timely! We didnt have to wait long for delicious cocktails or the amazing food. The korean fried chicken was perfect. The garlic soy sauce was balanced, the fry on the chicken was exceptional and the portion was perfect to split. The chop cheese over rice cakes (ttebboukki?) was so worth. Its one of the better things I've had at any fusion place, let alone one of the tastier things I had this outing. The mushroom japchae was DELICIOUS and so tasty for any mushroom heads out there. Will be coming back, and will try more things, and will recommend to anyone that asks.

Pepper Chilled Cucumber Kimchi
Fanta C.

The service was OK. When I came in the person at the door, the woman at the door had a smile on her face. But when I got to the table with my friend, it took over 20 minutes before a wait came to us and it wasn't that packed. When the waiter did arrive at our table, it wasn't the best to be honest, but everyone has their days. I will say the food did make up for the service. I love the fusion that they have on their menu such as the egg and cheese tater tots! They played a lot of hip-hop music and it had a club vibe.

General Lee's Fried Chicken
Cynthia L.

if I were to have the power of giving any restaurant, Michelin star, it would literally be this place. Not only was everything impeccable on the menu, but I was left wanting more and thinking about it for days. First of all their chopped cheese rice cakes stole the show. Their Yuzu whipped ricotta bread was to die for!! Not only was this the best burger I've ever tasted, I later found out that they were recognized as the one of the best burgers in the world which is a huge flex. I went with a group of five, so I appreciated that it was more of a family Style dinner & tried 7-8 different dishes.

Legendary Cheeseburger
TJ J.

Overall visit here went well. It was on my list for a minute and finally planned Saturday brunch. Easy breezy and no need for resys. Here were the CONS: -Those wooden benches and chairs. Ouch! The cushions were too small and flat and did nothing. -Entrees WITH NO SIDES! Restaurants really need to stop doing this. It's not cool... Food didn't come out all together. Our burger was the last thing that came out and it took a minute. Have the wait staff explain that. PROS: That $21 burger (with NO SIDE) was worth the hype! That whipped ricotta toast 10/10 Cocktail was a banger Service was amazing! Wait staff was friendly and full of smiles. They have a coat check! Happy I went. May return for the Legendary

Whipped Yuzu Ricotta Toast
Santa D.

Nowon is such a gem, it gives 90's nostalgia, their playlist consisted of 90s HipHop & RnB so the vibes are just right. We didn't have a reservation but quickly got seats at the bar. The bartenders & servers were very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious - it was complex yet comforting with a mix of Korean and American dishes. We opted for the classic mixtape which is the best way to experience the menu! Although not pictured, we loved their lamb tacos & cucumber kimchi. Would def recommend for a fun meal out!

Legendary Cheeseburger
Christopher N.

How have I never reviewed Nowon? I've been numerous times, the food is amazing. Vibes are very cool and chic Bushwick, service has always been friendly. Order the preset menu and you will leave FULL and satisfied. The honey garlic tater tots and chopped cheese rice cakes are standouts in a menu of hit after hit. You can catch happy hour too and eat and drink plenty for I think a reasonable price. Some things are better left simply: if you've never been to Nowon, GO. Unique food that has you going in for bite after bite even when your gut is about to bust!

Espresso "open sesame" and lychee martini
Kseniya K.

Amazing staff: our waitress was so helpful with recommendations and explanations of the menu. Indoor outdoor seating available. No heat lamps for outdoor seating, so cold weather might not prove to be the best time for outdoor dining. The place fills up quickly. Indoor seating has club-like vibes with disco ball and loud club music blaring so that you cannot really hear conversations. Think, dim, lighting and red lighting all over. As if you're clubbing. Super loud. Not best for first dates. We came in at 5:30 on a Saturday without reservations and sat outside right away. We were one of the first ones to arrive for the night. By 6:30 PM the place was full. We got "the mixtape": a pre set menu set for $49 per person, enjoyed family style per table. Everything was superb. Whipped ricotta tart stole the show: super light and flavorful--I'd eat this daily if I could. The ricotta felt like a dreamy, delicate cloud. The toasted focaccia was divine--super light and airy. This was the unexpected standout for me. Lamb skewers were melt in your mouth delicate. Woooow what punch of flavor! Slightly sweet. Would eat this nonstop if I could. General Le's fried chicken was spicy: our sinuses cleared right up. Super crunchy. The meat was all thigh dark meat. A bit dried up: too fried. But that spicy sweet sauce amped up the taste. Chopped cheese rice cakes were delightful. So chewy, but the exterior had a fried crunch to it. Loved the sauce in which it was served. Tasty crumbles of chopped cheese burger sprinkled on top. Would order again. Legendary burger was superb: I'm returning for this over and over again. Melt on your tongue--perfect symphony of flavors. Perfect smashed patties packed with flavor. The bun was super fluffy and light. Tots were perfectly crispy--fried in animal fat, they remained crisp and flavorful even when they got cold. Truly masterful simple execution. Truffle mayo sauce was the right choice. We were so full by the end of this feast that my stomach threatened to burst. Ended up being a good amount of food for two hungry people. Wish we had some room for black sesame crème brûlée. Happy hour is pretty good: $9 per drink is amazing. Espresso "open sesame" was too sweet, skip. The lychee martini was more balanced but also sweet. The the seasonal drink resembled a Horchata and was the best out of the three that we had. Sweet & satisfying. Would definitely return again. .

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Brooke D.

Came here for a birthday dinner and did the tasting menu for $49 and I honestly was super happy with the value of the meal. Everything we ordered was delicious and service was great! Super cute restaurant and they do some fun stuff for birthdays. Totally recommend for a group dinner!

Burger
Tahirah R.

Loved the restaurant aesthetic. Felt Like a downtown Japanese vibe. My partner and I shared the 5 course tasting by menu and were pleasantly surprised. The salad was a 10. Chicken was a 10. The rice cakes were new for both of us and they were pretty good. The texture threw me off but I would recommend it. The start tho, was that burger. They claim to have one of the best burgers in NYC and I 100% wholeheartedly agree. Go!

Tara C.

Nowon has been on the list for a while. I had wanted to get over to the original, East Village location, but opted for the Bushwick location because a friend was in town & this location made more sense. Admittedly, I thought Nowon was going to knock my socks off. It was good, but not great. Below are the dishes & drinks we ordered as a party of two. The Black Sesame Caesar Salad may have been the winner in this mix. I think part of the reason we weren't blown away is because of the burger hype... and we were so excited for it! The burger on its own would get a 3. I know, I know... definitely not scoring any points, but was expecting a better burger. (I'm ducking, trying not to get hit by the tomatoes that are being thrown at me from that comment!) Food 1. Black Sesame Caesar Salad 2. General Lee's Fried Chicken 3. 'Chopped Cheese' Rice Cakes 4. The Legendary Cheeseburger Drink 1. Golden, which consisted of whiskey, citron marmalade, bitters 2. Rock The Bells which consisted of gin, bell pepper, strawberry, dolin blanc. PS... they have some nifty matchbooks up at the front.

Aysha A.

My good healthy foodies from home, and different classy restaurants , and dinar. staying Healthy food gives your body the energy and nutrients it needs to work well every day. fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins helps build a strong immune system and keeps your heart healthy. Choosing these natural foods instead of processed junk food prevents long-term sickness and helps you feel your best

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