Everything was delicious! I got the Crispy Pork Sisig and was a great portion and flavor!…read more Should have taken a photo before eating haha

We came in first thing in the morning for breakfast- of course we had to try the tapsilog, ube…read morepancakes, and dulce de Leche coffee. I enjoyed the tapsilog but the beef was different than the usual but the rice was good too! The ube pancakes was overloaded with berries! So good! The restaurant is smaller than what I thought it would be but its cozy. The bathroom placement was just different, you have to go through the kitchen BUT the bathroom is so clean! The food was served in paper plates and plastic utensils, which i wish was not the case because the less waste the better for the environment but I get it though the manpower is lacking! I was not informed that there was an extra $1 charge for the whipped cream in my coffee. I wouldve opted out of the whipped cream. The people were nice all throughout but it was just those two things that can be improved on! BUT the Ube pandesal with cheese was sooooo good and unexpected. It seems like cream cheese was used as the filling and they were generous with it too.

I didn't expect a great Filipino Fine Dining in my backyard. I usually expect this type of…read moreexperience in Manhattan. The staff, host and chef were very friendly. They made sure that all our needs were met and that we had a great night. The decor was classy and very homey. One of the long benches they had reminded me of my uncle's back in his home in Laguna, Philippines. The food was exceptional. Everything was cooked perfectly. They didn't lessen the flavors to cater to the "American" palette. We were really full by the end of the night. This spot is really worth visiting. Go check them out if you're in the neighborhood.

I had a eureka moment when I discovered Maricel's Kitchen. I immediately declared, "This is where…read morewe're celebrating our anniversary!" Cozy and unpretentious, it's a small business and a true hidden gem. The moment we set foot in the door, we were warmly greeted by Paul, the extraordinary host and husband of the chef, Maricel. Upon seeing our reservation via OpenTable, he noticed we were celebrating our wedding anniversary. He gave us the most romantic table in the house. Megan quickly came out to take our order. We were deciding, and she mentioned they have Benguet coffee. As it was freezing outside, it was perfect as we looked through the menu. The Benguet coffee came out in a French Press. Benguet coffee is a single-origin coffee that grows in the Northern part of the Philippines. We tasted notes of chocolate, berries, and nuts. Intoxicating!! Pandesal, Filipino bread with accompanying butter, came out with the coffee. These are truly melt-in-your-mouth, as when you first break it, the crispy outer layer gives way to a soft and fluffy center. Heavenly!! We decided upon their Kamayan Tower, which is a 4-tier is like a Filipino celebration of food, all brought together and giving you a tasting banquet at your table. The top tier was the appetizers, where crispy Lumpia and Siomai (Filipino version of Shumai) lay. The second tier consisted of Pork Sisig, Chicken Inasal, and Pancit Bihon. The Pork Sisig was my absolute favorite as it was a symphony of rich and savory flavors. My husband loved the Chicken Inasal, as the flavor profile is smoky, tangy, and savory-sweet. The following tier held many delights, but what stood out from that tier were Chicken Adobo, the perfect ratio of soy and vinegar marinade, and the crispy Whole Fried Tilapia. Excellent combination of crispy skin and moist and flaky inside. Last but not least, the final tier had many stars, but what stood out for us was Beef Kaldereta and Inihaw Na Liempo. The primer is a stew with vegetables, potatoes, and tender beef. Slow-braised in tomato-based sauce, giving us hearty and comfy feelings. The latter is grilled pork belly, where the smoky and sweet flavors come together. Just when we were finished, Megan brought out a plate of desserts, and Paul gave us two flutes of champagne to celebrate. The food was all phenomenal, as was the service. Chef Maricel herself came out to greet us, and we talked about how these dishes were prepared. She has a full staff prepping for the dishes and truly tries to replicate the flavors of her grandmother's cooking from Manila. Both she and Paul were in the cooking school where they first met, and we laughed at how we first met our spouses. The place is a hidden gem, and Chef Maricel wisely chose her signage to be huge black lettering on a white, lit-up background so that passing cars can see her restaurant as they drive by. Plenty of parking as they share a parking lot in the strip mall. If you are looking for great Filipino cuisine where they treat you like family, this is the place. The place is not huge, so I strongly recommend people make their reservation via OpenTable. Chef Maricel also mentioned they offer cooking lessons during the weekdays, except for Friday evening, and they also serve Classic Filipino brunch towers on weekends. Sign. Me. Up!!

Excellent! Like stepping into your aunt/grandma's kitchen. Situated in the corner of the main road…read morestreet and lot parking. Staff is friendly and warm, seems like a reservation heavy establishment but we were able to snag a table for 4 upon opening. Shortly after arrival the rest of the tables of 4 and even 10 filled up quickly. The dishes are huge and we left with plenty of leftovers. Happy bellies with meals made from the heart. Spring rolls 5/5 what a huge plate! Crispy and delicious. Bulalo soup 5/5 really hit the spot. Piping hot and could feed all 4 of us as a side or 2 people as a dish. Beef noodle soup (5/5) (had a bit of sweetness in case folks aren't into that) it was incredible tasty, ample meat and veggies and packed with flavor. My girls shared this and still had leftovers. Kare kare oxtail (5/5) anther awesome dish, heavy peanut flavor, loads of veggies (love!) and definitely had leftovers Would absolutely come back and highly recommend. Simple and hospitable space for small and large parties, would suggest making a reservation.

As we were craving for a Filipino cuisine after our cherry blossoms stroll at Branch Brook, we…read moreended up at this place with the help of Yelp search engine. It was about 25 minutes away from where we were but the great experience here made our drive worth. The place is very homey with a wonderful staff. Service is impeccable. The owners are very friendly and has great customer relations skills. The foods are excellent. We had the pleasure of trying their bangus sisig, pork bbq and caldereta. The tastes exceeded our expectations. We learned that their chef hailed from Luzon so the degree of cooking style satisfied our taste buds. The calamansi drink I had was fabulous. Honestly, the best I had so far. Our halo/halo dessert was heavenly. Satisfied our sweet tooth. The serving size is in huge portion. Each order is shareable by around 2-3 people. Pricing is higher in comparison to other place but proportioned to the serving size. I have one star less for my review for two reasons- 1.The check includes a service charge that confused us if a gratuity should be given or not. We need to Google first for right information. We ended up adding gratuity for their hospitality . 2. Looking for parking spot is challenging. We ended up downloading the town's parking mobile app to get parked closer. We are willing to return if ever we are near the area.

Having my late lunch on weekday here…read more I ordered their lunch combo of white rice, fried veggie roll (lumpia gulay) and pork on tamarind soup (sinigang pork). Not a busy place I late afternoon. Self service like a cafeteria set-up. Server is friendly and helpful. Very clean, well lighted and uniquely decorated Filipino Restaurant. New owners took over from former owners of Phil-Am Restaurant. They modernize the place and upgraded the lighting fixtures and changed the whole setup of the place. They have catering service too.

When they first opened a couple of years ago, they were so stingy with the food portion and food…read morewasn't that good, so I didn't go back until after 2 yrs. I'm glad I gave them another shot because they are 10x better now! Food wise, everything is pretty good. Also, they give you a decent amount of food now for the combo meal. I usually get their sisig and their bbq liempo and white rice. I've also had their dinuguan (pork blood stew), chicken afritada, pakbet(veggies with shrimp paste), sinigang(pork with sour soup). You choose 2 dishes for your combo meal and a choice of either pancit (rice noodle) or rice . I haven't tried any of their desserts yet so I can't speak about that. Staff is very welcoming and happy. Ambiance is pretty much your typical filipino restaurant. You pick your food, pay, then you seat yourself. I keep coming back to this place pretty much once a wk lol. The combo I usually get is $12.99. But I think their combo meals start at $11.99, depending on what dishes you get. Also, they have a grocery store with lots of snacks, frozen food, ice cream, etc. I highly recommend this spot :-)

If you aren't paying attention, you will miss this spot. I thought the pork egg rolls were the…read moreperfect app. They were crispy and delish. I could have eaten 35 of them. We ate there, but it looks like most people take out food from here.

Very cute spot! The lumpia is delicious and comes out hot and crispy. There's a selection of…read morefilipino snacks like pastries and ramen inside as well. I've tried some ramen & corn nuts, both were delicious. And the owners are very kind and nice to talk to. There is some casual seating inside to eat in & the prices are good as well!

If you're hungry, Leo Filipino BBQ is the move--and clearly everyone else agrees because the…read morerestaurant was super packed when we went on a snowy Saturday lunch. We did the combo, and the portions were very generous--especially the garlic rice, which was fluffy, aromatic, and perfectly garlicky. Easily one of the highlights of the meal. The combo is the way to go because you get a great mix of flavors: * BBQ pork skewer: tender, smoky, and glazed with that classic sweet-savory Filipino BBQ sauce * Longganisa: rich, slightly sweet, and nicely charred * Dinuguan: deep, savory, and comforting--well balanced and great over rice * Pinakbet: hearty and home-style, with vegetables cooked just right and full of flavor Everything paired incredibly well with the garlic rice, which honestly could stand on its own. Big portions, bold Filipino flavors, and a bustling, no-frills vibe--this spot clearly knows what it's doing.

This is one of the friendliest restaurants I've been to. The staff always gives a warm Pinoy…read morewelcome to everyone and they treat you like family. I love, love, love their dish choices especially the sisig and the teriyaki chicken. There is also a $5 special and other combo specials as well. There's a decent amount of seating if you decide to sit and eat your meal, or you can take it to go. Give this place a try if you're looking for authentic Filipino comfort food.

I always love coming here. The food is very good and affordable. They're a great alternative to…read moreTropical Hut. Their pansit bihon is more flavorful than Tropical Hut's, IMHO. The place is clean, even though the outside environment may not seems as appealing as other strip malls around. Ate Salve is great to work with. The staff is always friendly. Just be aware that when ordering trays for the holidays, they can be overwhelmed a bit. Be patient and you'll get your order.

The place is very nice, and Salve, the lady at the register, is super friendly and accommodating…read more The food is amazing and absolutely delicious--especially the palabok lug lug, which is a must-try! All I can say is, definitely come check this restaurant out. In my opinion, it's one of the best Filipino restaurants in New Jersey. Don't believe the previous reviews--this spot is truly worth visiting!

Went in to the actual location for lunch after having tried the food truck a few months back. Staff…read morewas welcoming and friendly, explained all the dishes I asked about and gave great recommendations. I ended up getting the platter with rice noodles, barbeque chicken, and beef stew. Everything was bursting with flavor, so delicious. Excited to go back and try everything else.

This place was OK. Funny thing is when you go to order your food, they have a set price for a…read morecombo special. Two entrees and rice/noodles for a set price, but when you select your two entrees, if it contains beef or pork, which is the WHOLE menu, they charge you extra. Now what starts out as a combination plate with rice/noodles and two entrees for $11, becomes + $2 for beef and + $3 for pork, and you end up paying $16 with tax. Inflation is a B!tch and everybody is taking advantage of it in their own way. I cook better than these restaurants anyway. We were just trying to patronize to show support. I'll be cooking from home until this lunacy ceases to persist.

Stopped on the way home and I'm glad we did. I've been to other Tropical Huts so I knew they were…read moregonna be in point. We got the pork barbecue 6pk. and the Tamarind Fried Chicken. I DEVOURED that Fried Chicken in the car while I was driving!! It didn't even stand a chance! It was DELICIOUS!! Crunchy, flavorful, and the portion was generous!! Next time, I'm gonna have to have it there with some rice! It was soooo good! The service was super nice! It took a long while for the food to come out but it was worth the wait! The place is cute with minimal fun, festive Filipino decor. Super clean and doesn't smell like patis as soon as you walk in. Can't wait to come again!

If you love good Filipino Food, I would definitely suggest a visit here! My husband is from Cavite…read moreCity in the Philippines and he was very happy to see their extensive menu, featuring some classic dishes. They have the roasted garlic peanuts, the crunchy ukoy that is perfectly crispy, halo-halo, flan etc. all at the register so you can add them onto your order for a snack or a dessert. Now for the food! The BBQ pork kababs 100% flavor and tender; not dry or tasting re heated yeilding tough meat. The curry was excellent in the amount of curry and coconut we got in each bite. My absolute favorite is the Tapsilog (beef, egg, garlic rice) because their beef tasted well marinated. The service is good, you can speak Tagalog or English when placing an order. The interior features a framed origin story, bold colors and tables to sit at.