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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 comfort, bold plating, and serious weekend pull.

Naks is a $$ Filipino restaurant in East Village, New York. It has logged 7,179 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 122d ago

Why go

Naks has logged over 7,179 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 122d ago

Fast facts

Naks has 7,179 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
Saturday and Sunday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
Google reviewers give Naks a 4.7 rating from 756 reviews.
Reviewers mention both brunch and dinner, with brunch described as more limited.
The back seating area gets specific praise for its decor.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

Naks has logged 7,179 Blackbird check-ins, with weekends leading the charge.

editorial/ updated 10d 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 122d ago

Amenities

Meals

BreakfastBrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

BeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutReservationsRestroomGood for groups

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity99

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Flynet check ins

7,179

Neighborhood

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№12

of 34 East Village spots this month

vs neighborhood median

1.9× 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

99 check ins

−36% vs prior month

Sep 28Oct 27

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 122d ago

Review signal

4.7

691 Google reviews

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Google Places/ updated 10d ago

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FAQ

How popular is Naks?

Naks has logged 7,179 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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