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chuletas at kabawa

About Kabawa

Kabawa, a deeply personal restaurant from Chef Paul Carmichael and Momofuku, offers a nuanced and distinct perspective on Caribbean cuisine. Built around a set menu with plenty of choices, it’s a place to take your time, enjoy a meal, and discover something new each time you visit. Every touch point — from the custom mosaics to the ingredient sourcing to the instrumental music — is intentional and thoughtful, tapping into chef Paul’s upbringing in Barbados to reflect the vibrant, welcoming spirit of a Caribbean home.

FAQs

  • Yes. Please alert our team of any special dietary needs you have, and they’ll be able to help identify appropriate offerings. Due to our constantly evolving menus, we can make accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

  • Yes.

  • Yes. We accept reservations online through OpenTable 14 days in advance for up to parties of 8.

  • Yes. For more information regarding full buyouts, email hello@kabawa.com.

  • Yes. Our corkage fee is $50 per 750ml, with a maximum of one bottle per person. Please note, we do not allow corkage for wines that appear on our list.

  • No.

  • Yes. Gift cards can be purchased online or at any of our restaurants. NYC gift cards are redeemable at our restaurants in New York and Los Angeles. Please note, Momofuku gift cards are not redeemable at Momofuku Las Vegas or Fuku.

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