Flatiron, New York · African
West African fine dining with dishes inspired by Senegalese, Ghanaian, and Nigerian cuisines — the thieboudienne and suya are standouts
Can’t get a reservation at Kabawa? We monitor OpenTable around the clock. When a table opens, you get an email with a direct link to book.
West African fine dining with dishes inspired by Senegalese, Ghanaian, and Nigerian cuisines — the thieboudienne and suya are standouts. Reservations on OpenTable open 30 days in advance and typically sell out within minutes. Cancellations are the most reliable way to get a table — which is exactly what we monitor.
Kabawa releases reservations 30 days in advance around 10 AM ET. Set your alert to notify you right when new dates drop.
Book on OpenTable 2-3 weeks ahead. Newer restaurant so availability is better than other Hard-rated spots. Weeknight tables are easiest to secure.
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Set up a ReservationFinder alert for Kabawa. We monitor OpenTable around the clock and notify you instantly when a table opens — whether it's a new release or a cancellation. You can then book directly on OpenTable.
Kabawa is one of New York's most sought-after restaurants — west african fine dining with dishes inspired by senegalese, ghanaian, and nigerian cuisines — the thieboudienne and suya are standouts. Tables book up within minutes of release, and cancellations are the primary way most diners get in.
Kabawa typically releases reservations 30 days in advance, usually around 10 AM ET. However, cancellations happen throughout the day — our 24/7 monitoring catches these the moment they appear on OpenTable.
Kabawa uses OpenTable for reservations. ReservationFinder monitors OpenTable and sends you a direct booking link when availability opens.
With ReservationFinder alerts, you'll be notified the moment a table opens. Pro tip: book on opentable 2-3 weeks ahead. newer restaurant so availability is better than other hard-rated spots. weeknight tables are easiest to secure. Being flexible with dates and times significantly improves your chances.