World Wrapps, shrouded by the cloak of construction for over six months, reopened its doors in the Corte Madera Town Center on Nov. 22 to reveal a revamped menu and interior. The restaurant has long been favored by Redwood students as the perfect place to pick up a tasty and inexpensive lunch, and its smoothies and wraps were almost permanent fixtures of any student’s weekly diet. However, it seems that “World Wrapps 2.0,” as the owners have dubbed the reopening, aims to compete with neighbors such as Blue Barn and The Counter with its introduction of higher-end ingredients and higher prices.

One major change on the new menu is the replacement of the beloved smoothies with a selection of “global beverages,” which range from pineapple mint agua fresca to Vietnamese coffee, and are priced from $2.95 to $4.95 depending on the drink. Boba (chewy tapioca balls)  can also be added to each drink for an additional 50 cents.

The mango juice tea ($3.95) is too sweet to be considered a true tea, but flavorful all the same. I chose to add boba to this drink, which ended up being a great decision as the boba balls themselves were small enough to not be overwhelming, as they can often be, and were neither too chewy nor too soft.

The Vietnamese iced coffee ($4.95), which is topped with crunchy cocoa nibs that give it a slight mocha flavor, is a great option for those who prefer their coffee on the significantly sweeter side. This drink is a good selection for those looking to get their coffee fix without having to stop at Starbucks.

Providing an alternative to the many sweet options on the drink menu is the dragon fruit tea ($3.95), which has a tart flavor. Chia seeds floating on the surface of the liquid are an unexpected yet welcome addition.

The new drinks, while tasty, are expensive and less substantial than the more filling smoothies of the old World Wrapps.

The food items stay true to the name of the establishment, as it is divided into three main categories of wraps: homemade wraps, summer rolls and nori rolls. The options range from $8.95 to $11.95, and each category has a unique appeal. The housemade wraps are encased in housemade tortillas, made each day from scratch, and are the first and most substantive of the three options. The summer rolls are a lighter option, uniting a variety of proteins with veggies in a rice paper casing. Finally, the nori rolls resemble enlarged sushi rolls (although there is a beef option), and seem to be Marin’s response to San Francisco’s popular Sushirrito. Both the summer rolls and nori rolls are also offered deconstructed in a bowl for an additional dollar.

aThe island teriyaki was a clear choice for sampling in the housemade wrap category, as it similar to the popular teriyaki chicken wrap at the original World Wrapps. It also allows for a choice of protein—chicken, tofu (both $8.95) and steak ($10.95). The chicken option is very similar to its predecessor in the old World Wrapps, with a traditional teriyaki sauce, broccoli and carrots. Two new ingredients, however, are found in this wrap that add much value—macadamia nuts, which provide a nice crunch, work surprisingly well with the grilled pineapple. This wrap is the perfect option for those reminiscent for the old World Wrapps, as well as those looking for a hearty option to sustain them through their afternoon classes.

The saigon roll from the summer roll category ($11.95) ended up being the best of those sampled. The flavors involved are individually delicious but also come together as a cohesive meal. The salmon, while a bit unevenly distributed, is warm and well-seasoned and combines well with the cold, fresh vegetables. Avocado, rice noodles and pickled onions complement the salmon well, and the rice paper wrapping keeps this dish light.

From the nori rolls, the Hawaiian poke roll ($11.95) is yet another success from the updated menu. The poke is fresh and also served in a generous portion within the roll, which may explain the high price tag. The kick of spice, as well a traditional combination of cucumber and avocado, confirms its likeness to a giant sushi roll. This roll also has macadamia nuts, but they add rather less in this instance than in the teriyaki wrap. The seaweed wrap does little to hold the roll together, but does not impede upon the overall flavor.

Additionally, a kids menu offers wraps and bowls for only $4.95 (chicken or tofu) or $6.95 (steak) in several different styles of cuisine, along with a cheese quesadilla for $3.95.

Another update to World Wrapps is the infrastructure—the new storefront offers much more seating than previously available, with the addition of two booths inside and several seating options just outside, including a high table under a heating lamp for colder days.

Overall, the new World Wrapps offers many delicious items that are perfect lunch options, if you are willing to shell out a few more dollars than was required for the original menu.