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NaRa Chicken & Korean Cuisine
Master Critic Review
NaRa Chicken & Korean Cuisine
8.1
NaRa Chicken specializes in Korean fried chicken, combo boxes, and casual rice and noodle plates out of a compact Havemeyer storefront. It’s a go-to for takeout-friendly wings and late-night comfort food that stays affordable.
Must-Try Dishes:
Garlic Tradition Chi-Bap chicken bowl, Beef LA galbi platter, Kimchi bacon fried rice
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.4
What makes it special: Fried-chicken-focused Korean spot with generous portions and low prices.
Who should go: Wing lovers and budget diners wanting big portions.
When to visit: Evenings before peak delivery and late-night orders hit.
What to order: Garlic Chi-Bap, soy wings, kimchi bacon fried rice.
Insider tip: Order combos to stretch into next-day leftovers.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; can be tight after 6pm—plan for a few extra minutes of circling or use nearby paid lots.
Dress code: Ultra-casual—jeans, hoodies, and sneakers are the norm.
Noise level: Low to moderate—mostly takeout traffic with brief bursts of noise during pickup rushes.
Weekend wait: 20–35 minutes for takeout orders during peak wing rush
Weekday lunch: No wait to 10 minutes typically
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—kimchi fried rice (no meat on request), vegetable bibimbap, and tofu-based options available.
Vegan options: Limited—some rice and veggie dishes can be modified, but fried items share fryers.
Gluten-free options: Limited—most fried chicken and sauces contain gluten; rice-based dishes are the safest bet.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a casual, low-pressure hang than a romantic first impression—great if you’re both wing people.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—seating is very limited and first-come, but most customers order takeout rather than dine in.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for quick meals—fried chicken, rice bowls, and mild wings work well for kids, but space is tight for strollers.
Best For
Better for: Faster, cheaper Korean fried chicken with bigger combo portions than most Williamsburg spots.
Skip if: You want a full Korean BBQ experience, cocktails, or a polished sit-down atmosphere.