Wanpaku – Japanese
This vibrant neighborhood gem welcomes guests into a warm, wood-clad sanctuary where the air is thick with the savory perfume of slow-simmered broths and sizzling katsu. Each bowl of velvety ramen and every thick-cut, golden sando captures a playful yet refined approach to Japanese comfort food, offering a soulful dining experience that feels both intimate and energetic.
Wanpaku, Manhattan Avenue, Greenpoint, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, 11211, United States +1-718-383-3139 https://www.wanpakubk.comRating: 4.5/5 (410 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Wanpaku
Dairy-Free at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sake, Wine and Draft Beers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sake, Wine and Toki Highballs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 2 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Truffle Fries and Toki Highballs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Wine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Wine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sake, Wine and Draft Beers. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 4 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Truffle Fries, Sake and Wine. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Wanpaku
Wanpaku in New York has 5 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mussels, Truffle Fries and Sake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Wanpaku
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Mussels | 26.3 g | 22.5 g |
| Draft Beers | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Wine | 2.2 g | 11.7 g |
| Truffle Fries | 4.7 g | 8.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 PM - 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners have mixed but passionate reactions to this spot, with recent praise centering on the unique cold ramen and Chirashi noodles, which guests describe as refreshing, poke-style dishes loaded with generous seafood like salmon, tuna, and octopus. While some long-time patrons feel the traditional hot ramen and katsu flavors have declined or become overly salty, others celebrate the restaurant's shift toward farm-to-table ingredients, highlighting beautiful plating and standout seasonal items like heirloom tomatoes. The atmosphere remains a strong point, with reviewers enjoying the cute interi
Menu
What's New
New additions to our menu.
- New Sutamina Ramen: Spicy, tangy, and cheesy! Kimchi, cheese, and tempura crisps.
Happy Hour Specials
Available Mondays - Fridays from 12pm - 3:30pm (Lunch) and 5pm - 7pm (Dinner), and on Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm - 3:30pm.
- Draft Beers - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Truffle Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach
- Signature Spicy Karaage - $7
- Mussels - $8 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Wine - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Sake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Toki Highballs - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Wanpaku
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This vibrant neighborhood gem serves Japanese comfort food like ramen and katsu in a warm, energetic, and welcoming environment.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Low-carb options include mussels, but the provided data does not explicitly list any vegan, keto, or gluten-free dishes.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Wanpaku specializes in Japanese comfort food, featuring a variety of ramen, thick-cut sandos, katsu, and seafood-based Chirashi noodles.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include cold ramen, Chirashi noodles with seafood, New Sutamina Ramen, Truffle Fries, Signature Spicy Karaage, and Mussels.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The restaurant's location information is available on their website at https://www.wanpakubk.com, which suggests a presence in Brooklyn.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Wanpaku is operational, featuring recent reviews of seasonal items and a functional website, though specific daily hours are not listed.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.5/5, this Japanese restaurant distinguishes itself with unique cold ramen and farm-to-table ingredients, despite mixed reviews on traditional dishes.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The price range for dining at Wanpaku is categorized as moderate, which is represented by the price level $$.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Wanpaku Japanese restaurant currently holds an overall average rating of 4.5/5 according to the provided restaurant data.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the exact number of reviews received by Wanpaku.
- Is Wanpaku dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Wanpaku has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sake, Wine and Draft Beers.
- What can I eat at Wanpaku on a dairy-free diet?
- Sake, Wine and Draft Beers carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Wanpaku have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sake and Wine.
- Is Wanpaku gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Wanpaku?
- Mussels, at roughly 22.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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