By Cindy Nawilis
After a bite of one of Wawa Canteen’s tasty dishes, walking down Mercer and Waverly will never be the same: the enticing thought of eating Grilled Shiitake Salad or Kimchi Fried Rice will always draw you in to the modern food haven that is Wawa Canteen.
In New York City, it is hard to come by a Korean restaurant that is still within a college student’s budget. However, Wawa Canteen provides delicious and affordable Korean dishes in a location perfectly situated for NYU students. Every dish is $8 or less, except for the Grilled Salmon with Soy Ginger Glaze ($9.50), and always served abundantly.
Don’t let the word "canteen" fool you. Nothing about this place is military-like. Inside the restaurant, the ambiance suggests balance and harmony; the interior decoration is best described as the modernized version of the traditional Asian style. Guests seat themselves and pick up their food when ready, like any other fast-food restaurant.
Check out the menu! Give it a try by eating-in or delivery! I recommend their ramen or bulgogi rice dish. If you can’t handle hot and spicy, make sure you ask for mild, because Koreans love their kimchi spice.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5