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Naks

East Village · Filipino

201 1st Avenue, New York, NY, 10003Directions

4.7691 reviews

Diners like this restaurant's flavorful Filipino dishes, especially the Kanto fried chicken, ginataang alimango, and ube cheesecake. They also highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the attentive, friendly staff. Guests mention the expertly crafted cocktails and the convenient option to make reservations.

Filipino brunch-to-dinner energy with 6,423 check-ins and weekend heat.

Naks is a $$ Filipino restaurant in East Village, New York. It has logged 7,121 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Wednesday evenings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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The experience

A Saturday or Sunday reservation lands you in a full room within hours of opening, lively and chic, with staff moving quickly between tables.

Google Places/ updated 107d ago

Why go

Naks has logged over 7,121 Blackbird check-ins since July 2024, with Saturday and Sunday as its busiest days. The kitchen delivers flavorful, distinct Filipino dishes—calamansi spritzes, kanton fried chicken, pork barbecue, grilled pampano—in portions that match the cuisine. Service is attentive. The space fills fast.

Google Places/ updated 107d ago

Fast facts

Naks has 7,121 all-time Blackbird on-chain check-ins.
Its Blackbird check-in history runs from July 31, 2024 to August 5, 2026.
Saturday and Sunday are its busiest check-in days on Blackbird.
Google diners rate Naks 4.7 across 744 reviews.
Reviewers call out bold, layered flavors and a lively, inviting atmosphere.

editorial/ updated 26d ago

Did you know

Naks has logged 7,121 Blackbird on-chain check-ins, with Saturday and Sunday leading the traffic.

editorial/ updated 26d ago

Good to know

Reserve ahead, especially for weekend brunch and dinner.
The restaurant reaches capacity quickly after opening.
Restrooms are well-designed and clean.

Google Places/ updated 107d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

BeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutReservationsRestroomGood for groups

Google Places/ updated 26d ago

Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity108

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Flynet check ins

7,121

Neighborhood

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№13

of 34 East Village spots this month

vs neighborhood median

1.4× the East Village median

East Village percentile

Top 40% in East Village

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 34 East Village spots.

Last 30 days

108 check ins

−55% vs prior month

Sep 13Oct 12

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

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Inside Naks

The experience

A Saturday or Sunday reservation lands you in a full room within hours of opening, lively and chic, with staff moving quickly between tables.

Google Places/ updated 107d ago

Review signal

4.7

691 Google reviews

$$

Google Places/ updated 26d ago

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FAQ

How popular is Naks?

Naks has logged 7,121 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Naks busiest?

Naks is busiest on Wednesday evenings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Naks serve?

Naks serves Filipino cuisine.

How expensive is Naks?

Naks is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Naks?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Naks in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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