Nawabari (Korean & Japanese cuisine)

41-04 162nd St, Queens
(718) 661-4770

Recent Reviews

Victoria F.

The food here is always so fresh and the portions are pretty large! I love the takoyakis and the spicy chewy noodles! The space is not the largest, but has a couple of tables to sit! Gives a very family friendly vibe! Will be trying more things!

Min Y.

I love visiting this gem. The staff are kind and friendly. I like their menu and it's simple to order. Food is great and fits my palate well every time I order something new. The environment is very cozy perfect for comfort food spot. I just keep coming back

Miriam L.

Biggest, best kimbaps! I have gone back two days in a row since discovering this gem. Would love to try more stuff from their menu!

Sharon L.

I discovered this place on TikTok and decided to give it a try and I'm so glad I did! This is a very small restaurant, it has a very homey and comfortable feel and the service was great. Most of the food came out at a decent speed. We ordered the rose tteokbokki, cheese corn and the bulgogi kimbap to share. The kimbap was FILLED with bulgogi, egg, daikon etc. It was the biggest kimbap roll I've ever seen and they perfected the rice to filling ratio which made it taste so good! I absolutely loved this. However, the rose tteokbokki was the star of the show. The rose tteokbokki sauce was flavorful but not overpowering. I absolutely loved this and I also liked that it came with fried mandu and cheese! The corn cheese was delish as well, have a good cheese pull and perfectly sweet (also a huge portion). I will definitely be back!

Kathy V.

The kimbap here is THE BEST! They are bigger than the average, but is sooo tasty n clean. Stumbled across this place by accident and love it. I go here now to buy kimbap as appetizers for my parties. Great quality!

Nicole K.

Nawabari has the best kimbob in the town. Also, Kimbob is "wang" kimbob which is extra large size, it's HUGE!! I love their ddulbokki. It is just right sweetness and spicy. This place is highly recommended!

Sherry C.

Last night, my friend and I decided to visit Nawabari again. I felt like I needed to go back and feed my stressed body spicy rice cakes.. I'm so glad that I did because this experience was much better than my first visit! Unfortunately, I completely forgot to check in and take more photos! We ordered the tteokbokki set for 2 people and ordered extra rice cakes, spicy tuna kimbap, beef kimbap, and Fish cake soup. I ordered with my eyes and believed we could eat all of the food but it was more than enough food for 3 people. The extra rice cakes came on the side to be added into the pot that sits on the tabletop stove. Our pot was almost overflowing. The woman who works there had helped us before the food started to boil over. You mix and cook the tteokbokki yourself but it was really nice to have her help us with the impending chaos that was about to unfold. I suggest you give the spicy tuna kimbap a try. It is amazing! There are benefits of ordering with cash but I didn't have any. I paid with my card and left a cash tip instead. The restaurant does offer a stamp card where you can get a free kimbap when you collect a certain amount of stamps. I asked my friend to hold on to it because I'll end up losing it. The cost of the meal is really affordable compared to other restaurants in Flushing. I ordered 2 extra dishes this time around and expected my food to come close to $100. I was way off. If you want an affordable meal that's filling, I highly recommend Nawabari. In regards to the uncomfortable seating I have mentioned in my previous review, it's just one table right across from the register. I sat in the back this time around and saw that it was just that one particular 4-seat table in the middle of the restaurant. I'd avoid sitting there. However, keep in mind that in the winter, the heat will be on. You should be like Sheldon Cooper of the Big Bang Theory and choose your seat wisely. I had just finished swim before visiting Nawabari and I was sweating like crazy because I sat in the pathway of the vent. Don't be like me. I said what I said in my previous review about coming here. I changed my mind and I think I will come here at least once a week to eat..despite the chaos of 162nd street.

Jacquelyn C.

Came with a group of five and ordered the rose tteokboki for three with an extra side of ramen. It was more than enough for five. The tteokboki is so good, my friend compared it to an ayce tteokboki place and this was sooo much better. It's the perfect amount of spice where you can enjoy it. We also each got our own kimbap and they were massive. Definitely worth the price. Although it's a small place they're great for groups. A great environment for eating and chatting!

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When eating kimbap, there is a strange fishy smell, perhaps due to the ingredients. Why does budae stew taste different every time I order it? Hahaha And market tteokbokki? Why are you eating??? It really doesn't taste good...

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

JI YEON LEE

Tteokbokki, jjolmyeon, fried squid, king kimbap, etc. are so delicious~~

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

W XXX

I recently had the pleasure of dining at 신당동 즉석떡볶이 왕김밥플러싱, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! The ambiance was inviting and elegant, setting the perfect tone for a memorable evening. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, providing top-notch service throughout the meal.Now, let's talk about the food—absolute perfection! Each dish was a masterpiece, beautifully presented and bursting with exquisite flavors. From the appetizers to the main course and dessert, every bite was a delightful culinary journey. The chef's attention to detail and use of fresh, high-quality ingredients truly shone through in every dish.What truly sets this restaurant apart is its commitment to excellence in every aspect. Whether it's the ambiance, service, or food quality, everything exceeded my expectations. Dining here felt like more than just a meal; it was an indulgent, unforgettable experience.I highly recommend 신당동 즉석떡볶이 왕김밥플러싱 to anyone seeking a refined dining experience. It's the perfect place for a special occasion or simply to treat yourself to extraordinary cuisine and impeccable service. I can't wait to visit again and explore more of their culinary delights

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fish Cake Soup, Gimbap

Kyung wuk chun

They have best Kimbop in town!!

Food: 5

Han Lee

this place ranks amongst the best kimbab in area. They dont have 40 different kinds of kimbab like the other nearby places within 300 yards, but you will notice the wonderful layers a lot more with how thin the rice layer is and how much fresh filling of the kimbab. I would say its almost 90% filling and 10 % rice. Love it !!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tuna Kimbop, Gimbap, Spicy Tuna

Kyusik Lee

I ordered two kinds of Kimbab, one is Wang kimbab and the other one is Spicy tuna kimbab. These are big in size and so delicious. Especially,tuna kimbab is exceptional. Strongly recommend!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jerome powell Kim

This place is severely underrated. Probably deserves at least a 4.4 in food but maybe thats just my Korean taste. Service was a bit lacking

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

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Nawabari (Korean & Japanese cuisine)

41-04 162nd St, Queens, NY 11358
(718) 661-4770