Naks

The group known for putting Unapologetic Indian cuisine on the map opens Naks, a soulful heritage Filipino restaurant headed by long time Dhamaka Chef de Cuisine Eric Valdez who was raised in the Philippines before coming to America at 21 years of age. In Tagalog Naks is slang for an expression of surprise and admiration. The menu, and dining room will be divided into two sections: one serving regional dishes a la carte, and the other a tasting menu known as Kamayan where the food is served family style on a banana leaf and eating with one's hands is encouraged. That menu will include dishes such as Kinilaw na Baka – Angus Beef Tenderloin, Beef Bile, Red Onion from the Luzon Region; Kapis – Scallop, garlic, margarine, eden cheese, from the Visayas Region; and Lechon Liempo – Porcelet Pork Belly, garlic, lemongrass, pork liver dip, from the Mindanao Region. Expect the same Unapologetic approach to the food and beverage experience that the group is known for.

Owner: Unapologetic Foods, Roni Mazumdar, Chef Chintan Pandya
Chef/Partner: Eric Valdez

201 First Avenue (12th Street)
New York, NY

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Photography by: Paul McDonough