# Kawabun NYC | Midtown / Murray Hill / New Japanese Restaurant & Bar

> Small space blends traditional Japanese decor with modern design and high ceilings. Atmosphere stays cozy and quiet, suitable for intimate dining and business dinners. Mostly Japanese diners create an authentic vibe, with service reflecting Japanese hospitality.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Kawabun-NYC-Midtown-Murray-Hill-New-Japanese-Restaurant-Bar

- Address: 125 E 39th St, New York, New York, United States
- Hours: Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM Tuesday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM Wednesday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM Thursday: 05:00 PM - 09:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM Friday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM Saturday: 05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Phone: +16463703364
- Website: https://kawabunnyc.com/
- Google rating: 4.5 (66 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Potato Salad — 10/10
- Mocktails — 10/10
- Unique — 10/10
- Date Spots — 10/10
- Desserts — 10/10
- Authentic — 10/10
- Cozy — 10/10
- Lunch Spot — 9.2/10
- Japanese Food — 8.8/10
- Dinner Spots — 8.6/10
- Sushi — 8.3/10
- Ice Cream — 8.3/10
- Food — 8.1/10
- Seafood — 7.9/10
- Steak — 6.7/10

## What people say

- "The food here is delicious, especially the sushi and traditional dishes."
- "The food and service here make it a great spot for a date."
- "The warm lighting and ambiance make it feel so cozy."

## Good to know

- Reservations can be made on Opentable for dinner service.
- The restaurant does not have a liquor license, so no alcohol is served.
- The happy hour features unique dishes like wagyu sando and sea bream donabe.
- The prices for the ICHIJUU SANSAI and DONBURI sets are very reasonable.
- Most diners are Japanese, indicating the authenticity of the cuisine.

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reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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