This Retro Korean-Run Eatery Has Mains Under $20, Opens Till 1AM

Nana Bunsik is a legit Korean-run restaurant in West Coast

If you live in the West, you might have come across Nana Bunsik, a new-ish West Coast gem that offers legit Korean street food. Run by a Korean lady, this retro restaurant serves up a good range of kimbap, street snacks, and mains for under $20!

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The under-the-radar restaurant, which first started as a home-based business in 2020, sports simple and homey interiors resembling that of the typical casual eateries you’ll find in Korea. If you look closely, you’ll see cute knick-knacks dotted around the space adding to the charm, including a shelf displaying crocheted Korean dishes that are said to be handmade by the owner’s mother!

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Their kimbap is a highlight here; choose from seven flavours, including the Original Gimbap ($10.80), Spam Kimchi Gimbap ($12.80), Crabmeat Mayo Gimbap ($11.80): crabstick with mayo, omelette, rice, and pickles, held by a seaweed sheet.

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The restaurant also offers a small variety of mains that are all sub-$20, including the likes of Kimchi Stew ($16.80) and Dakgalbi ($17.80): spicy stir-fried marinated chicken.

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For sides, consider sharing the Kimchi Pancake ($15.80), which is said to boast a crispy exterior and flavourful middle. They also have Tteokbokki ($7.80), which you can add mozzarella ($2.20) on top for that IG-worthy cheese pull!

Nana Bunsik is located in NEWest Mall, a six-minute bus ride from Clementi MRT Station, followed by a three-minute walk.

For more noteworthy Korean food content, read our guide to the best Korean restaurants in Singapore. Alternatively, we’ve got our cheap Korean food guide for mains under $15 if you’re on a budget!

Address: 1 West Coast Drive, #01-84, Singapore 128020
Opening hours: Sun, Tue-Wed 11:30am to 9pm, Thurs-Sat 11:30am to 1am
Tel: 8061 9618
Website
Nana Bunsik is not a halal-certified eatery.

Featured image adapted from @krunchykrazies, Nana Bunsik, and JY