We came here for some dessert after a late Easter lunch. The restaurant we were at ran out of dessert and my wife wanted some. We did a quick search on Yelp and found this Filipino gem. When we walked in, we were greeted by very nice employees and live music. We ordered a variety of Filipino delights: Ube Flan Binka Bite, Dulce Salted Egg Binka Bite, Regular Taho, Strawberry Taho, Mango Shake and Halo Halo. Everything we had were good. The vibe here is chill, coffee shop feel as there are a number of people just hanging out and chatting and working on their laptops. I would come here again for more of their Filipino offerings. read more

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Finally made it to Binka Bites after hearing so many good things about it, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The Millbrae location is bright, modern, and spacious. Their menu has a ton of options, although there aren't many pictures, so it took us a minute to decide. Thankfully the staff were super friendly and patient. We ordered a dozen Binka Bites in 6 different flavor (Choco Bavarian, Dubai Chocolate, Churro Biscoff, Nutella, Oreo, and Mango Cream), 2 Spam Musubis, and a Chicken Empanada. It was my first time trying Binka Bites and I really enjoyed them. The texture reminds me of a hybrid between mochi and sponge cake, soft, chewy, and not overly sweet. My favorite flavor out of the box was definitely the Nutella. For leftover, I would recommend to microwave them for a 5-8 seconds before eating so it will be soft and warm. The Spam Musubi had a great spam-to-rice ratio imo (very important lol) with decent amount of sauce. Meanwhile, the Chicken Empanada was fresh, hot, and packed with flavorful shredded chicken. Overall, it was a really great first visit. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying their Mini Adobo Rice with Scrambled Egg next time. read more

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A shop that specialized on Philippine bibingka( coconut rice cake) at Milbrae. The shop is nice with seating areas. It was not busy when we arrive as the just opened. There are different topping of bibingka you can choose from like Dubai chocolate, Nutella, etc. They also have coffee, latte, halo halo drink, smoothie, boba, and food too. Most of bibingka the are in shape of cup cake with different topping. I ordered Vietnamese ice coffee and Dubai chocolate pistachio bibingka and they are good and yummy. I wish the vietnamese coffee a bit stronger. I wish they have buco pie but they don't have it today. It is nice store as it has many choices to choose from. Will try other stuff next time. read more

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Binka Bites was good, but not something I'd go out of my way for. I tried a few bites and they were decent and filling, with a nice texture, but the flavors didn't really stand out to me. Nothing was bad--it just didn't have that "wow, I need to come back for this" factor. Service was friendly and the order came out quickly, which I appreciated. The space itself was clean and easy to grab-and-go, making it a solid option if you're nearby or craving something quick. Overall, it's an okay stop and worth trying once, but I'm not sure it would become a regular for me read more

Ommmggggg. This is a must try. Best Binkas I've had in a long time! We got the binka with cheese, binka with coconut, guava dulce and Dubai chocolate-- and that was the order of our favorites. Though it says "cupcake" it isn't a traditional cupcake it is more baked mochi consistency and it's just the perfect amount of sweet. We also got the Vietnamese coffee (hot) and ube with espresso (hot). We loved both and highly recommend trying them! Justine was so nice and friendly. The store was clean and orderly. We will definitely be back! read more

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I came here to pick up an online order I made two days ago. Free parking is available nearby. My order was already ready when I arrived but after I saw what they had, I had to stay to try one of their Binka bites. I tried one of my favorite Ube. Ube has three different flavors and I tried flan Ube. After my first bite, one of the owners Jasmin offered to warmed it up. Oh my goodness, it melted in my mouth. So soft and yummy. I can't decide if I like as is or heated. Both good, you can buy two and try both ways. I thought I was full from lunch but this one came down easily. They have a whole lot of on the menu that what's online. Perfect for lunch or snack. I can't wait to come back for more next time I am in the area read more

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I like coming to this shop when I'm craving a little sweet treat! Came on Friday to see that they are selling Dubai chocolate binka bites so I had to get two! Also got 2 ube oreo because I never saw these flavors before! Also got the s'mores and cookie mocha flavor ! The Dubai chocolate is sooooooooo goood I wish I got more now! We try to come in every now and then in hopes of seeing if they stocked up with their bread pudding. No luck though. But that's okay! Service is really smooth! They packaged the desserts in a box with a sticker! Asked for a bag to carry them in. I like the layout and the interior whenever I come in. It gives a very cozy vibe! Nice lighting comfy couch. It is very welcoming! Def will come back read more

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Took my mom here for merienda for some coffee and Binka Bites over the weekend and had a great time. I was able to find street parking just a short walk away. Got the Ube Latte and a Mocha Latte with Oat milk. Unfortunately, the Ube Latte isn't able to have modifications to the milk. Got two classic Binka Bites, Salted Egg & Cheese to enjoy with our drinks. The drinks were delicious and the bites were as good as I remember, great chew and the perfect combination of sweet, salty and savory! They offer many things besides baked sweets such as the babingka bites and buko pie, from empanadas to rice bowls and even Taho and Halo Halo. I find that they quickly run out of flavors especially the Ube Leche Flan, so early mornings are best for pickings. Service is always fast and friendly. The space is also spacious and a good place to chill or even work a bit, as it isn't too busy inside. Price is on the steeper end, but these are small batch treats and don't have too many places specifically churning these out. Definitely a good one-in-a-while kind of treat. read more

A nice bakeshop with a Filipino dessert called bibinka. They have a variety from smores to salted duck egg that go great with coffee. Every now and then they have special events like live music. read more

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Can't believe I just found this place! It's a hidden gem! Ordered taho, Ube latte, empanada (not pictured), and a bunch of cupcake binka bites. The taho was SO good. Reminds me of the street taho in the Philippines. That was the highlight, but all of the other food and drinks were yummy! The inside was spacious and well lit. Good place to hang out. Cashier was super nice. They even brought out the order to us. Will definitely be coming back! read more

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If you plan to visit, make sure you come early to get the most options. They sell quickly and for good reason. The place is so cute and chic, the service was friendly and helpful. The star of the show was the ensaymada binka...that thing was delicious. I would come back just for that. read more

Binka bites is a cafe rooted in Filipino pastries and influences in all their items, in particular, Ube, mango and dulce flavored sweets and coffee. Having passed by the spot on numerous occasions, I've decided to finally order here after moping around all morning in the area without caffeine, I mustered up the idea to yelp some options and binka came up. Conveniently, they also sold pastries so what better pairing on a Sunday morning? I ordered the Uber vanilla latte which had a mild Ube and vanilla flavor, while not being overly sweetened (preference). This paired really well with the guava and in particular, the biscoff bite I ordered. On top of that, we also ordered a nice beef empanada which was made to order. The empanada had a nice baked crust with delicious, perfectly seasoned filling. The service at binka was one highlight in particular. The staff were bubbly, and very helpful to any questions I had on items, and they were informative as far as recommendations after I mentioned being a first time patron. The store itself was very brightly lit, very clean and offered a relaxing environment for any folks looking to chat with friends over some cafe items. Parking is plentiful between the plazas underground lot and street parking, although it can get a little hectic. I'd invite anyone looking for some coffee and pastries to come try this place! read more

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my friends and i decided to come to this cafe for their matcha after reading a lot of great reviews about this cafe. we came in on a friday morning & there was no wait to order, with one person doing both the front and back of the house duties. my friend ordered the matcha latte & my other friend ordered the ube latte. when the girl came out with the matcha latte, we knew something wasn't right. the color was super dull and not vibrant like how good matcha should be. the drink itself tasted like milk mixed with green tea NOT matcha. my other friend who ordered the ube matcha was also extremely disappointed. it tasted nothing like ube and tasted like sugar mixed with milk. she decided to ask the cashier to make her another drink (thai tea) & was also super disappointed with it. it was way too sweet and tasted nothing like thai tea. after my friend complained about her matcha drink, i decided to order a black sesame latte. we waited around 20 mins before the barista came out to tell us she was unable to make it. i wish she would have told us a bit earlier instead of making us wait for that long. overall, i don't think i would come back. the drinks were very mid. read more

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This was a surprise find for us as we looked for a gluten free location for my daughter and did we score with our visit here. I could have just kept ordering items. The sticky rice with mango was excellent as were the two savory cupcakes we had and the drinks. The Manila Ube espresso latte was delicious but was over taken by the mango drink they had - awesome. read more

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Binka Bites is a cute little restaurant in Millbrae. Parking is fairly easy depending on the time of day. the people that work there are really nice. The food was just OK. We got Elizabeth's favorite muffin and that was really good as was the Nutella. The spam musubi was microwaved so the saran wrap was really stuck to the rice and the spam. There was not enough teriyaki sauce and way too much rice. It was out of balance. We ordered the Japanese style egg salad sandwich and to me, Japanese style means no crust, but there was crust on it. There wasn't much filling as you can see from my picture and it was expensive. that being said the bread and the egg salad was delicious. We loved it. The problem was that they told us we had everything but then when we got home, we found we did not have everything. they hadn't given us the sandwich so I had to drive all the way back. It's sort of was fine because I needed to drive back anyway because the Thai tea was terrible. they hadn't put any sweetener in it and it just tasted awful so that was a disappointment but once they fixed it, it was really good. So overall, it wasn't the best experience but then again it wasn't the worst either. read more

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Absolutely delicious! Binka Bites is a must-visit for anyone who loves bibingka with a creative twist. I tried the Nutella, Oreo Cream, Guava Dulce, and Mocha Cannoli Cream flavors, and each one was amazing in its own way! The texture was perfectly soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. My favorite was the Mocha Cannoli Cream flavor! The flavors are so well thought out, and you can tell they use high-quality ingredients. Can't wait to come back and try more! read more

Binka Bites - Millbrae - Nutella, Oreo cream, guava dulce, mocha cannoli cream - Desserts Near Me - Millbrae, California

You can never go wrong with Binka Bites, never. My husband and I used to live in SSF and have done pick up many times, but we've never gone to the Millbrae location and I've been excited to come through ever since I saw the photos of their interior - very aesthetically pleasing and with their expansive menu, it kind of invites you to come through. So we did. The day before Christmas, we came through to pick up a dozen assorted binka bites for our family gathering the next day. We chose the flavors we wanted and there was so many good ones to choose from, I mean, that was a challenge, because they all looked so good. We also opted for one beef empanada and one mushroom empanada as we hadn't eaten yet. I also opted for their black sesame latte to try, but it wasn't the best in terms of flavor so I'd skip it next time. The binka bites and empanadas were good, though, and so was service. I'd happily come back if I was in the area again. read more

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Arrived around 11am, about one hour after opening and there were a couple people inside. Interior is inviting and spacious with green plants and artwork on the walls, and seems like a nice place to study or work. For drink, I ordered the Manila ube espresso and both coffee and ube flavors were strong but I wish there was less ice. For a snack/dessert, I chose the ube flan and guava cupcakes. Although they tasted good flavor wise, they were cold and didn't taste as fresh as I hoped. Not sure if it's because it was an older batch and they didn't have freshly made ones but I hope to come again when they're fresh. I also wanted to try the mango taho but it wasn't available so I guess I'll have to come again to try it along with the other drinks, desserts, and savory snacks I'm interested in! read more

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We always have a great experience at Binka Bites! The langka and guava are our faves but honestly all of the flavors are great! We are always warmly greeted and have ordered dozens for family functions multiple times! This last visit, the guava one really stood out as our favorite (not sure if it was because it was freshly brought out!). We also enjoyed the strawberry matcha which was a great balance of both flavors. We were sad they were out of the mango blizz but we will be back again! One minor critique is that we thought the taho and the boba was firmer than expected and a little more gelatinous. The syrup was good and not too sweet. read more

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Came here for a snack, enjoyed the two binka bites - oreo and cookie butter, both tasted delicious! Loved the strawberry matcha drink, it had fresh strawberries and it mixed well with the matcha and oat milk. My husband enjoyed the calamansi black tea. Service is quick, staff is friendly and welcoming. There is a couch to sit and a couple tables and seats inside as well. Would come back to try more binka bite flavors and drinks, they offer a lot other food options from Taho, ricebowls, more desserts and more! read more

Very bad customer service. I went there at 1 pm desserts are half way gone. There are only cup cakes size binka bites left. I ordered 2 halo halo & one boba but I had to wait for 20 minutes for this. The owner is extremely rude. I have service dog but she doesn't want him inside the store even they have a sign of service dog accepted. She doesn't know how to talk to customer. We came all the way from Sacramento & this was the service that we get. I wouldn't recommend this place, rude, overpriced & poor service. read more

The tres leches is honestly the most expensive I've ever come across... and for what $8/small pc? It's super sweet and not in a good way. Their bibinka tastes fine, but definitely not for the price they're charging. $6-$8 a piece for tiny cupcakes? At that point, the box better come with stamping of silver or gold. Coz if you are charging $96 (not taxed yet) for a dozen of tiny sweet rice cake, that's extremely insane. I'm all for supporting local businesses, I really am, but this one needs to rethink their pricing. I don't mind paying more for quality, but is it actually worth it. Mehhh... not really. The Royal Bibinka from Tindahan Pinoy blows this place out of the water. You get 12 in a pack for $22 and they taste way better than what they're selling here. read more

I came in on a Monday after work around 4pm and it was completely empty. The employee greeted me and told me about how the store started as a stand at the farmers market (super awesome!) and she also told me about the menu. The menu is influenced by filipino desserts. I tried the Matcha Pistachio Latte and the Ube Flan Cupcake. Both were great and I would be back again! The space was decently big and there was a lots of tables. This is a unique filipino bakery and a MUST TRY! read more

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Beautiful new location with seating in Millbrae! I've had the binka bites many times and they are always a treat. Chewy and bouncy texture and the ube macapuno is one of my favorites. One binka bite is almost $6, so not the cheapest treat, but very yummy! read more

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I pre-ordered Binkies for my little one's birthday party and the process was smooth and uncomplicated and the person who took the order over the phone was very nice. The binkies were transported from Millbrae to Vacaville on such a hot day but they tasted freshly-made. They were delicious and not overwhelmingly sweet! Our guests loved them as you can have more than one without feeling like you're over-indulging! read more

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We love Binka Bites! This is my first time getting a dozen but we've tried a few before and they did not disappoint! No wheat products in the batter but some toppings have wheat like the Oreo or graham crackers, so cross contamination is present if you're celiac. The interior is so clean and always very welcoming. Nice jazz music plays and it's nice to sit and chat. The service is also amazing with very knowledgeable people behind the counter. They knew the answer to my questions about gluten and gave good recommendations. read more

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such a cute cozy place!! I would come back for 100 of those calamansi matchas. It actually tastes like calamansi and not just lemon. We had the corned beef hash which was so yummy and comforting. If you dine in, they'll heat up the binkas for you which makes them even better! would definitely come again !!!! read more

So fresh and yummy! I loved all the different cupcakes! My favorite was the ube. A must try! Small family owned shop. Would have liked the online menu to be updated since I drove an hour away and came to find out that they don't serve the donuts anymore. read more

I went here with my husband, brother, and sis-in-law. We were craving bibingka and decided to order different flavors! We hung out and shared our food. My favorite ended up being the Ube bibingka! I wished I got more. Their taho was really yummy, too. The place is very clean and spacious. Light music was playing, which gave it a nice relaxing vibe. Service was good, as the lady at the register was giving suggestions. We'll definitely be back when we're in the area! read more

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Binka Bites is a bakery specializing in bibingka (pronounced bee-beeng-kah), a delicious pastry from the Philippines made of coconut and rice flour. It is owned and operated by siblings Le Cordon Bleu Chef Jo Ongsiako and long-time entrepreneur Jas Ongsiako. I first heard about Binka Bites in July when I visited family in Millbrae and wanted to try it then but didn't get a chance to. Fast forward to December when I was back in Millbrae and didn't want to pass up the opportunity again. I popped in with my mom and sister after grocery shopping nearby. The space is clean, bright, and inviting. The staff greeted us warmly and gave us time to decide what to order. We decided on the following: Ube macapuno $4.95 Ube flan $4.95 Matcha custard $4.95 Calamansi matcha $6 Avocado blizz $8.95 The bibingkas were delicious and reminded me of home. They tasted like the traditional bibingkas, but with a modern twist. My favorite of the three was the ube macapuno. The calamansi matcha was light and refreshing. The avocado blizz (I think that's what it was) was my mom's drink. I didn't try it. She and my dad split it and they seemed to enjoy it as well. I look forward to trying more flavors next time I'm in Millbrae! read more

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Our friend gave us some Binka Bites and we're hooked. This spot is authentic taste of the Philippines. This charming spot offers an array of coconut rice sweets that transport you straight to the islands. The variety of exotic flavors is simply astounding. Each bite is a delightful journey through the rich and diverse culinary traditions of the Philippines. Their selection of cakes and sweets is both visually stunning and incredibly delicious. I couldn't get enough of the vibrant, melt-in-your-mouth treats. The best way to describe these treats is that they are similar to mochi. They are slightly chewy and cake-like. The empanadas are another highlight, perfectly crisp on the outside and bursting with flavorful fillings. read more

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I love ube, so I was excited to go here! I got two ube flan cupcakes! They were delicious and packed with flavor and wasn't too sweet. Would def want to try their other cupcakes like the Marapuno and Vietnamese coffee next time :) The ube latte could've been stronger in flavor overall. Interior was cute/clean/nice place to sit and have coffee and work or chat. Service was quick and friendly. Would recommend the desserts! read more

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I loved this cafe spot in Millbrae. There is ample free street parking nearby. The staff is friendly. I ended up getting a churro cupcake and a dulce de leche milk tea - the cupcake was wonderful and not too sweet. The milk tea syrup definitely gave me a sugar spike but to be expected based on the drink I ordered. Free WiFi and a great place to study/work. Not busy at all on a Wednesday around lunch time. The interior has a neutral aesthetic with pops of greenery (plants). I will definitely be back. read more

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No more bites at 4pm Saturday. Lemonade is too small to charge 6.50$. Was hoping for good things but lacking so won't be back

Binka Bite: 4 out of 5 Had the Ube Lanka binka cupcake. These binka bites are Filipino inspired mochi goodness. In Filipino culture bibingka is a more dense dessert. These are definitely a lot lighter with a modern twist!! They nailed the mochi consistency. I didn't taste much of the ube, but the langka (a.k.a jackfruit) is there. The langka gives the cake a nice light citrus tropical taste. Environment: 5 out of 5 Café vibes Service: 5 out of 5 Overall: 4.5 out of 5 Give the binka bite a try with your coffee or a dessert to share after a savory meal! read more

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Recently discovered a new bakery in town! They probably have been here for a while but I last remember this location as a Japanese shaved ice place. My friend and I each ordered a baked good to share and they were very delicious. It was a bread pudding babingka and matcha custard cream cupcake. The calamari's matcha tastes weird to me so not sure if I would order this again as it felt like a green juice so it wasn't what I was expecting. The baked goods are good so I would definitely try other things next time. read more

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This is the larger location compared to the SSF drive-up location. There's seating inside, and although it's still a good idea to order ahead or call to order before arriving, this location would likely have more variety to choose from. Always had friendly service here! read more

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Saw these on IG and immediately had to try them out. They have two locations, but Millbrae was much closer than South SF. Tried the classic salted egg & cheese and Ube flan flavors. Of the two, Ube flan was my favorite. It was just more flavorful of the two in my opinion. I wish the classic one had a stronger salted egg & cheese flavor. Otherwise it didn't really standout to me. Make sure if you take these home, pop em in the microwave so they're warm! I would say my honest rating of this place would be a 3.5. For each cupcake to be $4.95, I wish there was just more to them in flavor and that it was a little bigger. Also didn't help that the cashier looked like she didn't even want to be there or help us. She wasn't really friendly at all and very transactional. read more

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Obsessed with the cupcakes here. There are a variety of different flavors and I'm a sucker for anything that is unique and not what you would typically find at your chain grocery store or bakery. I decided to try their ube flan, mocha cookie crumble, and nutella flavors. All three were delicious but the ube flan in particular, really stood out to me. I like that they use mochi flour in their dough which makes the cupcakes more spongey and dense than your traditional cupcake. I also tried a couple of their savory bites - a mini spinach and cheese quiche and a mushroom empanada. The quiche was a bit on the salty side but both were still very good and came freshly hot and toasted. Definitely will be making a return visit! read more

Actually, 2.5 stars IMHO. I had been Jonesing BB for some time after seeing them on IG. I guess I had built them up too high with anticipation, however. From what I can tell, all (except for the Ube ones) of the cupcakes start with the original/base bibingka. It is the toppings which impart the "flavors". Once those are gone, you know what remains right? My original intention was to just pick up the cupcakes. However, I ordered with my hungry stomach which led me to get a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich and the Strawberry Matcha Latte, as well. I paid $7 for a lackluster sando the size of a hotdog with bun. It consisted of just meat and cheese. Where were the peppers and onions. The SML was just ok. They should have pureed the strawberry as the 1/4 and 1/2 sized strawberry pieces could not make it up the straw. read more

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