Bananas

About

Bananas is a New American restaurant in the East Village featuring Asian American cuisine by Chef-Owners Chris Ng and Kyaw Lwin.

This East Village establishment serves American favorites with elements of Asian cooking.

The menu incorporates classic Asian flavors with Western cuisine.

Known for

  • Asian American food
  • American favorites

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Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday5 PM – 10 PM
Wednesday5 PM – 10 PM
Thursday5 PM – 10 PM
Friday5 PM – 12 AM
Saturday5 PM – 12 AM
Sunday5 PM – 10 PM

Location

174 1st Ave · East Village, New York

Details

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