
In Tagalog, “Naks” is an exclamation of delight and admiration—something you say when you’re impressed, moved, or just feeling the moment. Here, it’s all about good food, good vibes, and the unmistakable energy of the East Village.
Naks by Unapologetic Foods is a love letter to Filipino comfort food, shaped by the personal memories of Chef Eric Valdez.
We hope you enjoy it.
STARTERS | PAMPAGANA
$3
Lumpiang Gulay (vg)
crispy vegetable spring rolls, tangy spiced vinegar dip
$3
$13
Lumpiang Hubad (n,vg)
chilled long beans, jicama, celery, peanut sauce, crumbled peanuts
$13
$15
Ensaladang Talong (vo)
smoked Japanese eggplant, mango salsa, spinach crisp, shrimp paste
$15
$19
Kinilaw
coconut vinegar marinated raw tuna, onions, cucumber (add uni (+12)
$19
$15
KFC (Kanto Fried Chicken)
golden crispy fried chicken, garlic aioli
$15
$15
Inihaw na Liempo
lemon soda bbq pork belly, citrus-soy glaze, banana ketchup
$15
RICE & NOODLES | KANIN & PANCIT
$29
Pancit Kabute (v)
stir-fried egg noodles, mushrooms, chili garlic, fried egg
$29
$31
Pancit Batil Patong
stir-fried egg noodles, seasoned ground beef, pork chicharron, fried egg
$31
$32
Adobo Rice
claypot cooked chicken, pork belly, garlic rice, bay leaf, peppercorn
$32
MAINS | ULAM
$29
Ginataang Gulay (vg)
seasonal veegtables, tofu, coconut milk
$29
$31
Ginataang Alimango
slow simmered dungeness crab, aromatic coconut sauce
$31
$31
Inihaw na Sugpo
charcoal-grilled prawns, roasted garlic sauce
$31
$36
Isda
fish of the day, chefs choice decided on vibes
$36
$31
Chicken Afritada
charcoal-grilled cornish hen, carrots, potatoes, roasted tomato sauce
$31
$31
Kare-Kare (n)
braised beef cheeks, rich peanut stew, market vegetables
$31
$85
Lechon Platter (for 2-limited)
crispy pork belly, jasmine rice, grilled and pickled vegetables
$85
SIDES
$4
Jasmine Rice
$4
$5
Garlic Fried Rice
$5
$4
Atchara
pickled green papaya
$4
Filipino American Breakfast
$18
KFC Sandwich
golden fried chicken, garlic aioli, vinegar fries
$18
$16
Salted Egg Pancake (v)
citrus butter, salted egg cream
$16
$18
Longga Sandwich
pork longganisa, cheesy scrambled egg, vinegar fries
$18
ADD: crispy tofu +3 | fried chicken +4 | pork longganisa +5
Pinoy Caesar Salad
romaine, smoked fish dressing, garlic pandesal crumbs
ADD: crispy tofu +3 | fried chicken +4 | pork longganisa +5
$17
$17
CLASSIC FILIPINO PLATTER $24
garlic rice, fried egg, fried tofu, garden salad, pickled papaya, rich bone broth
Choice Of:
grilled eggplant (vg) | chicken adobo | pork longganisa +3 | short rib tapa +5 | fried fish +6
garlic rice, fried egg, fried tofu, garden salad, pickled papaya, rich bone broth
Omelettes
$26
Kare Kare Omelette (n)
braised beef cheeks, rich peanut stew, market vegetables, garlic toast
$26
$28
Crab Omelette
slow simmered dungeness crab, aromatic coconut sauce, garlic toast
$28
NOODLES
$25
Pancit Batil Patong
stir-fried egg noodles, seasoned ground beef, pork chicharron, fried egg
$25
$23
Pancit Kabute (v)
stir-fried egg noodles, mushrooms, chili garlic, fried egg
$23
SIDES $3
Lumpiang (vg)
crispy vegetables spring rolls
Vinegar Fries (vg)
you know what it is!
DESSERT $9
Ube Cheesecake
buttery fita cracker crust, ube cream
Leche Flan
egg yolk, caramel, Tahitian vanilla
PRESS
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