Listen to the Filipinos in the chat; this place is the real deal. I am a different type of southeast Asian but the Filipinos I dined here sung the praises of the amazing flavors coming out of this kitchen. Appetizers, main courses, and dessert were all presented beautifully, were generously portioned, and had full depth of flavor that had us scraping up every last bite on our plates. They started us with a delicious complimentary egg drop soup which was extra savory and topped with what tasted like high quality sesame oil. We followed that with chicken sisig bites and lumpia shanghai. We had the pancit negra, chicken adobo, crispy kare kare, and a beef dish but I have to say the standout was the Paksiw sa gata. It was a white fish gently poached and topped with a savory, buttery, and lemony sauce. The dish let the sweetness of the fish shine on its own without too much heavy handed seasoning. Our meal was paced really nicely and ended with the corn bibingka and flan desserts. Some restaurants are better at dessert, others are better with appetizers. I truly cannot say that Binondo has a strongest section because every aspect of this meal was excellent. Our group was surprised and a bit sad to see they were completely empty on the Wednesday night we visited. While we were happy to have the full attention of our server and chef as the only diners there, we really want to see this wonderful restaurant succeed. They deserve much more business, so please check them out! read more

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Although I'm not certain how long they've been open, it appears the staff is a bit overwhelmed managing fewer than ten tables. The lengthy wait for food and needing to flag down the server for the check affected my experience; otherwise, my review might have been more favorable. BB read more

Stopped by Binondo by Kabisera for a weekend dinner and had a good time overall. Service was mixed but food/flavors were solid! Started off with the lumpia which was fried freshly but pretty standard in terms of flavor. The pancit negra featured chewy rice noodles and liked how the octopus sauce was present but not overpowering or too wet. The crispy pork was chunky with a good crunch! The sisig was well seasoned; I enjoyed the balance of savory, tang, spice, and aromatics! Although I prefer my sauces to be on the thicker side, the oxtail kare kare was solid. The peanut flavors were present but not too strong. The oxtail pieces were all very tender; meat came right off the bone. Veggies were appropriately cooked. We finished off our meal with their halo halo. It resembled other more traditional versions I've had and offered the sweet, coconut-y, ube-forward flavors I enjoyed. I especially liked the addition of young coconut pieces and the flan! The restaurant was spacious and agree with other Yelpers that this place is good for big parties! Staff were friendly and nice, but a little awkward and clumsy. read more

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Came on a freezing Sunday for lunch at 1pm and were seated right away for two people. We got: Shrimp Pancit Bihon- shrimp was overcooked. I would pass on this since the main dishes comes with rice Pork Sisig- classic, can't go wrong. Comes out on a sizzling plate. Pairs well with the rice Paksiw sa Gata (steam fish w/ vinegar & coconut)- presentation was beautiful and the most unique in terms of flavor I guess since it's an open kitchen concept, the heat gets swept up by the cooking ventilation (?) but it was quite cold in the restaurant like once the food was served it already felt lukewarm. We asked the server if the heat could he turned up and he kindly said he would check. It did feel warmer towards the end, but our food was already cold. Service was attentive given the one front of house staff. Happy to have tried this neighborhood spot, but nothing really stood out to me to warrant my return. read more

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The food and service were excellent and the food authentically Filipino. The food choices were amazing. We especially loved the sinigang - it tasted like home. The pancit negra was a surprise with the squid ink. It was delicious. read more

Binondo by Kabisera - Filipino Near Me - New York, New York

We went on a weird day. service was really slow, wait staff was inexperienced and the kitchen had only 2 people working. It was so bad they didn't have any lechon or multiple items on the menu. Overall food was fresh and ingredients are good. We just wished dinner didn't take 3 hrs. read more

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Finding reservations for groups of 10+ can sometimes be difficult in NYC, but not at Binondo! We were looking for a place to host a large friend reunion, and preferablly not be tied to putting a credit card down to reserve. We found Binondo and took the risk. I'm so glad that we did, because this could not have been a more perfect spot! Located in the heart of Chinatown, they serve delicious Filipino food. While I'm not too familiar with Filipino cusine, I can thorougly say I enjoyed every bite! Our group decided to do family style so we opted for multipe orders of the Chicken Adobo, Bok Choy, Pork Sisig, Canton Guisado, and Vegetarian Fried Rice. Egg Drop Soup (complimentary)- unique and different from your typical egg drop soup, but very soothing and comforting. The Chicken Adobo- soft, tender, and included quail eggs! Bok Choy- tasted fresh with small garlic bits and umami from the oyster sauce. Pork Sisig- fun interactive appetizer cooked tableside. Canton Guisado- bouncy noodle dish packed with flavor. We got this with the pork belly which was melting in our mouths! Vegetarian Fried Rice- standard fried rice, but perfect compliment to any meal. Binondo also has a full bar, so I got the Ongpin- which tasted like an ube pina colado. Honestly, while the food was incredible, I was just blown away with this drink. I would come back again and again just to have this one drink. Overall, 5/5 experienice, especially for large group dinners at an affordable price! read more

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Service: staff were so attentive and welcoming! Food: my first time having crispy kare kare and thought it was just ok as some parts of the meat were tough, the pork sisig bites were delicious but price in my opinion was pretty expensive for just two small bites... Ambiance: comforting and clean Would come back again for their lunch special or just to try something new read more

Binondo by Kabisera - Crispy Kare Kare - Filipino Near Me - New York, New York

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Hard to believe that after growing up in New York, this was my first time dining in a Filipino cuisine restaurant. Conveniently located on East Broadway in Chinatown, this place is fairly new. Our server was patient and very efficient. He brought us the soup and appetizers that were to be included at no extra charge as we were still looking at the menu to yet to order. I liked the seasoned anchovies, crispy. The soup was pumpkin based with a subtle taste and the petite bowl was gratis. I like that we were treated to cold lime infused water as we were seated. The sausage on rice had a hint of sweetness, not a bad thing. It was very good on sticky garlic rice. My favorite was the crispy pig on vermacelli. Really tender, unlike any I have had before. Crispy is the word. All in all we were glad to have something different from the usual Chinese and Vietnamese fare. The interior was sleek and "Smooth Operator" playing over the loudspeaker. read more

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Such amazing Filipino food. If you're in the mood for a warm bowl of their chicken tinola soup, definitely try their cool take on it with fresh saffron at the top of the bowl. They also have other fun menu items including a delicious fried fish. Such a welcoming and relaxing atmosphere in the heart of Chinatown. read more

Binondo is a fusion between Filipino and Chinese cuisine. It's a mix that I've never had before! They gave a complimentary soup that tasted very similar to egg drop soup. As appetizers I got their rock shrimp and I really enjoyed this one! Pork Sisig is usually one of my favorite Filipino dishes, but i think that the fusion taste threw me off. All in all, I think I prefer traditional Filipino flavors more, but still glad to try this as it's still something I've never tried! read more

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I can't tell you the names of each dish as we asked the chef to surprise us and what a tasty surprise it was! This was my first time at a Filipino restaurant. The biggest thing for me was the seasoning was perfect on every dish! We arrived for an early dinner, definitely before the dinner rush. We were there for a good many hours but they never rushed us. We did finally leave when we saw a line hovering by the door. Place and plating feel upscale but taste is homey! Definitely give it a try! read more

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Binondo has comforting fusion food with generous portions. The place is no frill and cozy, and the dishes are very thoughtfully done. I was so happy to enjoy the ube cocktail and shaved ice dessert as well. And lastly, our server was wonderful! read more

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Found this place in the middle of China town. The waiter was very nice. The food was good. The sisig bites weren't quite what we were expecting, but they were OK. The chicken insasal was very big and plentiful. read more

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This is my favorite Filipino spot in the city that serves dishes I grew up with; literally the dishes my family would make on daily basis or for parties. My favorites here are the chicken tinola, beef kare kare, pancit negra, and turon. However, everything is amazing. Let's not forget the house apps that you get -- fried anchovies and small pandesal. Those are timeless snacks that you can find in any Filipino household, especially when there are guests coming over. I love the chicken tinola because its nostalgic for me, taking me back to days of being sick and being taken care of by my Lola or dad. Besides arroz caldo, this was in the kitchen. The beef kare kare is just a dish that makes me smile all the time. The subtle taste of peanut, the thick stew, the hint of bagoong (shrimp paste)... just perfection. Pancit is just our stir fried noodle that is light and hearty at the same time. It never gets old!!!! I never had it with pusit (squid) before trying it here... and now I'm hooked. Of course, I had to get my favorite dessert here which is TURON. Turon is my favorite Filipino dessert (caramelized plantains in a fried egg roll wrapper). Chef Augee and her team do such a great job with presentation, elevating Filipino cuisine to a fancier level, and yet still maintaining the tradition of our food and culture. read more

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If you're a fan of Filipino food this one is worth the visit. The prices are not bad considering it is in Manhattan. Friendly service, great ambiance, and the food was good. I'm still thinking about the ube dessert. But the sisig was good and the soup. They really thought about presentation which I appreciate. read more

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One of the best Filipino restaurants I've been to. Delicious foods, magnificent ambiance and very friendly and accommodating staff... read more

Great place for Chinese Filipino food! Got the pancit and chicken inasal to share with a friend. The pancit is definitely one of the best pancits I've had. Great noodle texture and very flavorful. The chicken inasal was juicy, charred, and so so so flavorful. The lemongrass really came through. They also serve the table with peanuts and dried anchovies. Delicious! Place itself is very pretty, great for friends or a more casual date but in a nice restaurant. read more

Binondo, which is Manila's own Chinatown, is a Filipino-Chinese eatery that had recently opened. We've come here for lunch, and was recently brought here by friends while visiting - reservations were made in advance, and we were seated promptly once we arrived. We started off with: +the Lumpiang Shanghai - deep-fried spring rolls filled with ground pork, carrots, scallions, seasoning, and egg +Shumai - steamed chicken dumplings, served with housemade sauce; you can also opt for the pork version; comes with 4 pieces +Sisig Bites - reverse seared pork belly, onions, and chilies, seasoned with mayo, soy sauce, and lime; comes with 2 pieces +Mayon Volcano - fried shrimp dressed in a spicy mayo dressing +Spicy Green Beans - stir-fried with garlic and chili paste Note that everyone receives a complimentary 'panimula' - this consists of egg drop soup, an in-house baked bread, toasted peanuts, and sweet chili dilis. For our mains, we ordered: +the Beef Salpicao - cubed beef flank with garlic, oyster sauce, butter, and mushrooms +Chili Butter Shrimp - fried seasoned marinated shrimp sauteed in butter +Kare-Kare Beef - stew with a thick peanut sauce, eggplants, string beans, and bok choy +Lechon Kawali - fried pork belly, served with a housemade liver sauce +and, the Paksiw Sa Gata - steamed hamour fish with vinegar and coconut Overall, the food was just okay - the concept seemed interesting, but the flavors were missed. Portions were generous and easily shareable within our larger party. Service was friendly, and the space is modern-like, with an open kitchen. +reservations accepted +friendly service read more

Masarap (delicious!!). Filipino-Chinese inspired food in a modern ambiance. Lots of tables and takes reservations. Ordered the lumpia Shanghai, sisig bites, pancit Negra (black - squid ink), fish and chicken adobo. They gave a complimentary soup too. Everything felt like an elevated home experience w exceptional service / presentation and Filipino hospitality . Great for groups and special occasions. Can't wait to come back with the fam and try desserts - we were way too full. read more

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Fantastic filipino spot for a family style meal. We ordered almost everything and my favorites were definitely the squid ink rice and the adobo. The desserts were also so so good and I loved the atmosphere and warm environment. read more

This place have amazing food plus they were fresh. I was upset they ran out of the lecheon kamala. I was looking forward to it. Their chicken adobo was good too..normally im not a fan. read more

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INCREDIBLE food, LOVELY ambience, AMAZING service. the complimentary egg drop soup and fresh bread were incredible, and both of the main dishes I tried knocked my socks off. I tried the Crispy Kare-Kare and the pork was succulent and perfectly cooked, a generous portion, with delicious roasted vegetables and a creamy peanut sauce. I also tried the Pork Sisig and it was not only delectable, flavorful and exciting, the presentation of it was cool! brought out on a sizzling hot plate with an egg mixed in and cooked before your eyes!!! finally I finished the meal with the Turon Fried Banana Spring Rolls, accompanied by a perfectly textured flan, ube ice cream and some fresh fruit. incredible all around! read more

Binondo by Kabisera - Turon Fried Banana Spring rolls - Filipino Near Me - New York, New York

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The restaurant is beautiful, very modern and welcoming. Staff is very attentive and respectful. Food was amazing !!! My favorite was the fish, pancit - noodles, garlic rice, pork sisig, lumpia shanghai, beef salpicado, i believe crispy KARE KARE. And their citric juice is so refreshing, a nice virgin mojito drink like. read more

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Fantastic place for Filipino food, which was tasty. We ordered all of the classics like pancit bihon, lechon, kaldareta, and garlic fried rice. The drinks were amazing visually and taste-wise. Our favorite was the Ongpin. Service was friendly and atmosphere relaxed. I'll definitely be back for more! read more

Binondo by Kabisera - Fun fact - Filipino Near Me - New York, New York

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Great authentic filipino food with a twist of fusion. The hospitality and service is even better. Sisig bites was surprising good.

I never write reviews but I have to this time because this was life altering food. I would give a specific recommendation if everything wasn't equally insanely good. The kindest family runs this place-- they deserve all the business in the world! Seriously if you go here you will think about it for weeks afterward, I know I will read more

Delicious Filipino food! Loved everything we had. Favorites were the squid ink pansit, lumpiang shanghai, oxtail kare-kare, sisig and lapulapu paksiw. Great service, very nice ambiance. We had a very nice experience. read more

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We were greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy ambiance. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, offering excellent recommendations. The portion sizes were generous, and everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. The soup and biscuits are on the house, and both taste. I order wrong thing by mistake they give it to us for free read more

A friend brought me here for lunch for the first time, and we ate the pork sisig, beef kare-kare, and biko for dessert. The restaurant is open and airy, with lots of light - elegantly simple, clean and welcoming. The servers were friendly and - when asked - happy to help with recommendations from the menu. The food was beautifully plated and prepared with love. The sisig was delicious, surprisingly light (not greasy) and tasty with a spicy bite. The beef kare-kare was also very delicious and comforting. The dessert was good, though I ate it in a hurry. All in all it was a good meal; the prices were reasonable for Manhattan, so I will likely be back to try more items on the menu. read more

Doesn't even deserve 1 star. Drove all the way from New Jersey because of the hype. I called an hour ahead to make a reservation for five people and was told they had seats for us and to come in. When we arrived, we were told to wait another 40 minutes. I explained that I had called earlier and was assured there would be no wait, but we still waited outside the restaurant. During that time, several tables cleared, yet we were still not seated. Eventually, we decided to leave. A small restaurant like this relies heavily on excellent customer service and respectful staff. When customers are treated poorly, it reflects directly on the business. I was very disappointed, especially since I wanted to support a fellow Filipino-owned establishment. Unfortunately, this experience ended up being a waste of time. read more

The service and most of the food was great, but we were very disappointed by the crispy pork kare kare. I'd go again to give them another chance, but it fell far below my expectations. read more

We arrived at 6:30 p.m. and were seated near the cash register and kitchen, which made the seating feel awkward. When we were ready to order, we were informed that the restaurant had run out of pork, which makes up about one-third of the menu. After finding alternatives, it took around 15 minutes to get a server's attention, as there were only two waitresses and the restaurant was busy. We ordered beef kare-kare, pancit bihon with cubed beef, and chicken inasal. Our food did not arrive until 7:40 p.m., and during that time, we were mistakenly served another table's dishes twice. About 30 minutes after placing our order, a server came by to confirm it, which suggested that our original order had been forgotten. Several tables seated after us received their meals before we did, while the table next to us, which arrived earlier, had received their food, finished eating, and paid before ours even came out. The pancit bihon arrived first without the beef cubes, and the waitress informed us they had run out. The dish was acceptable in taste but overly oily. While waiting for the remaining dishes, we considered canceling since we had already been there for over an hour and a half, but the waitress assured us the kitchen was working on them. The beef kare-kare and chicken inasal were both mediocre in flavor and also too oily. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant at this time. If you still plan to visit, I suggest going earlier in the day when they are less busy and better stocked with ingredients. read more

If you're craving authentic Filipino flavors, this is THE spot. Every dish is packed with love and tradition--seriously, you can taste the passion in every bite. The vibe? Super warm and welcoming. The team makes you feel right at home, and the service is always on point. Big shoutout to Chef Augee! She doesn't just cook amazing food--she personally checks in to make sure you're loving your meal. That kind of care is rare and makes the experience unforgettable. If you haven't been to Binondo yet, you're missing out. Go treat yourself--you'll thank me later! read more

Love the sisig so much! They even gave us free soup... which super flavorful and comforting. The ambiance and service are amazing too. Will definitely come back! read more

Binondo by Kabisera - Filipino Near Me - New York, New York

Modern Filipino food, good-size portion and presented really well. Had the crispy pork kare-kare and squid-ink pancit noodles; both dishes are delicious! Also had their halo-halo, shareable, did NOT disappoint. Staff is super friendly, will be back to try other menu items. read more

The food is absolutely delicious--fresh, creative, and full of flavor. I enjoyed every single bite! Don't forget to order dessert--highly recommend the sizzling chocolate cake with the best date sauce you'll ever taste. The service and hospitality were excellent. The staff was friendly, attentive, and incredibly accommodating. Bon appétit! read more

Amazing dining experience here! Super delicious food AND drinks, great service, every dish was crafted with care. We especially loved the potato soup, pork adobo, spicy green beans and strawberry mocktail drink. Great value as well. Calm ambiance with nice lighting. read more

This restaurant gives good reason to visit the area. Every plate demonstrates kitchen standards. The people serving us knew the menu well. This place creates a setting worth extra time. This eatery shows attention to detail. read more

I approached with doubt but left planning when I could return next. Staff members perform their duties without fault. I found myself truly impressed here. The dishes demonstrate creative taste thinking. I'm thinking about bringing family next time. read more