The food tasted really good. It was well-seasoned but not at all salty or greasy. The person who was serving gave such big portions. She was also nice. I also bought Bilo Bilo, Kaldereta and Tocino for tomorrow's breakfast and lunch. The restaurant's ambiance is like a typical dining area in the Philippines. It is clean, organized, and homey. read more

Jam’s Kitchen - Two item combo - Ampalaya with Shrimps and Pork Sisig - Filipino Near Me - San Jose, California

I came in to make a large party order and rang it up. My dad decided we needed more food so I came in within 30 minutes to get an exchange. Winnie said she would need to charge it separately cuz the clover system "doesn't do exchange". This should have been my first red flag! So, I went ahead and charged the new order and when she tried to do the refund for the first order she couldn't. She called someone to assist her, it was still not working. Apparently the system was telling them to "refund in cash instead" which I said yes that would cuz at the end of bookkeeping it would "balance" but the insisted on. They said they will call me once it's fix. Next day I called them it was still not fixed. Monday came around I get a message, ma'm you can come to pick up your cash because the system is denying the refund. So now I have to drive myself back to San Jose to get my cash back? Then we decided we needed more food so I called and said I needed to "add-on". The add on was no greater than the amount of my refund. So, they held on to my cash still. Come around to the day to pick up my cash, J came into the Store mind you I was the second person in I waited 30 minutes. I was watched the demeanor of Glenda irritated and agitated with the line piling up. Remember I was second in line there was only 3 people when I came in! But since I wasn't there to get food but for my refund I had to wait! Apparently she needed to do calculations on the clover! After 30 minutes I asked when can you assist me cuz this line will not stop? After 5 minutes is when she finally calls me. Then starts making calculations on clover. I was thinking to myself. I thought you guys had my order already why is it being reentered? Come to when she was done with her "Recalculation" they had my order on a piece of paper! Then try to explain to me my refund. I questioned Glenda her explanation because it seemed wrong but she insisted that she was correct! I was at that point irritated with the poor customer service. Come to counting the money she tries short change me. It's not the amount but the principle! Telling I do not know how to count and asking the whole crowd in the store to recount it and that is the correct amount when clearly it was not. When I asked her if we can step aside because the whole store was waiting on us to finish she asked me to recount my full amount before the add on of $462, and it was short $20! And all she gave me was a snobby response and attitude. Not taking accountability. Got my supposed refund that "Glenda said is my refund" but when I got home I quickly looked at the receipt and realized I got played. She gave me the amount that the restaurant should have been paid ! I called and to tell them and in the middle of my sentence said my order is cancelled! They wanted me to come pick up my refund immediately like I was under their mercy. Gaslighting me for their mistakes. Next morning I see a text for the owner. No apologies. Just the explanation of the refund situation and the amount I will be getting back. Went to the store. I asked for my refund apparently "Robert the owner had my refund" so they were holding me under their mercy! Waited 30 minutes! TIL another man came and gave me the money who was not Robert! When I contacted Robert he insisted that employee did Nothing wrong. Didn't want to apologize. So basically, enabling bad customer service. read more

Service was horrible, poor communication, and the food as well which was a disappointment since we payed 170$!! Overall was a horrible experience. read more

I was hoping to try the food here because of all the positive reviews but sadly I couldn't. I went in at 4:45 pm on a Friday and almost all there food trays were empty. The trays that did have food had very little and looked like it had been sitting there for a while. I ended up leaving without any food. I don't know if I will try again some other time or just give it a hard pass. Disappointed. read more

Good food, reasonable prices, clean environment, friendly staff. They have all the comfort Filipino food if you're craving for one. Love the dinakdakan and kaldereta read more

I am pretty picky when it comes to Filipino food and I must say that this place is pretty good. I've tried their breakfast food and my favorite is the beef caldareta. The pancit is good too. We come here at least once a week if I don't feel like cooking. The halo halo has a good mixture too. Most places don't give you a lot ingredients in the halo halo, but they do. read more

Goat kilawin used to be goat and price is reasonable but it changed a lot . They raised the price and taste went down . Kilawin is hard to chew like rubber. They probably butchered old goat . It's not even fun to eat anymore . quality went down. read more

They have some really good stir fried dishes here and the lechon on the weekends isn't bad. The skin is really crunchy. It's a little stuffy inside but I can deal with it. read more

If you're looking for authentic Filipino food, this is the place to go. Tried their weekend specials, my favorite goat stew (Caldereta), Soup (Pinapaitan) and Kilawen, and it reminds me of my home province. The only thing missing are my childhood friends, a few bottles of bilog.. And the hot weather! read more

First time here last Thursday. I was so pleased to discover a new Filipino place not too far from the Berryessa Bart station, where I happened to be working that day. I had the chicken adobo, menudo, palabok, vegetable lumpia and ukoy. I'd say I liked them all, least of all the palabok, only because I prefer a thinner noodle, but the flavor was very good. I liked how the chicken adobo was a drier style, not swimming in oil, but the star of the show, I think, was the ukoy. This was the first ukoy I've ever had that was jam packed with shrimp. This little 4" Patty had five medium sized shrimps! The flavor was pretty good, too! All in all I was very pleased with the food. The icing on the cake was the very friendly and welcoming "Glenda." She was so nice and perky. I felt welcomed and I told her I would come back next time I was working in the area. read more

bought pancit, pork ribs, ukoy, and tinapa (galunggong). Pancit was good. Pork ribs were delicious and tender, sauce is on the sweet side, tinapa was homemade so I cooked it right away when I got home and it tasted like I remembered in my hometown! The ukoy was the best! It tasted great without dipping sauce and it tasted even better with dipping sauce! The service was great too.. serving with smile! Welcoming atmosphere overall! read more

I've posted about their ulam before but this review is specifically for their breakfast, which is a relatively newer add on to their food! They open at 8am for breakfast and I will say their breakfast is SO 100% worth it! $11.99 for so much rice, TWO eggs, and a substantial amount of meat or whatever you pick. Their Turo Turo has SO much variety when it comes to your main ulam for breakfast: tapa (+$1) , longganisa, tocino, bangus, hot dog, jeprox, crispy pata, all the classics! It also comes with a hot coffee in the combo. Will definitely be getting their breakfast again! read more

Jam’s Kitchen - Filipino Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is solid. Ran by a Filipino household, it's a good place to buy Filipino food if you don't feel like cooking. The breakfast is pretty good and the price is reasonable. I am glad they opened a Filipino spot near the McKee/Alum Rock area. read more

I came from Southern California for vacation and was craving a filipino cuisine. I found Jam's Kitchen and the food was amazing. The meat was tender and tasteful, and the service was welcoming and warm. The feeling of the restaurant felt like home the way the food was served and the people there. I would come back again to enjoy more filipino food. read more

best Filipino food around, great prices, amazing service, welcoming ambiance. Must eat!!!

Authentic Filipino food! Fav is the sisig. The service was fast and very friendly. They offer catering options too for parties.

My new spot. Much more closer to home. No fusion fusion just straight up Filipino putahe. Simplicity is really better. From turo turo to their catering service... it's pretty homey. read more

We bought 2 Large kilawin but it was not full. For $30 it was only 3/4 filled from the large container.

Filipino food here is good. Always a variety to choose from daily. Compared to others Filipino spots-decent portions my only complaint is the fee when paying with card. read more

Nice hole in the wall Filipino on the Eastside of San Jose. I believe it is the only one on the Eastside. Food and selection is good and staff are nice and friendly. read more

If you want authentic Filipino food please come to Jam's Kitchen! We had the longonisa, beef caldareta, lumpia and rice. Come and support! Since Goldilocks closed on Aborn this is the closest Filipino restaurant for those living in south/east San Jose and it's a mom and pop owned! There's also yummy desserts ! read more

Jam’s Kitchen - Lumpia - Filipino Near Me - San Jose, California

Catered for a 100 person picnic. Did not disappoint! Food was on time and delicious.

I love their milkfish sinigang and kare-kare. I definitely going back and forth The owner always gives me free dessert which i love it so much. Thank you so much. God bless read more

The Lechon that I ordered was not cooked with charcoal it's oven roasted. You charged so expensive you should cook the Lechon the traditional way . This is my last time to order Lechon from this store. read more

very good food and taste like home cook jam packed with flavors staff are very friendly .... there UKOY is the best but you have to be early it gets sold out fast and there dinakdakan also ..... definitely recommend this place read more

Jam’s Kitchen - UKOY - Filipino Near Me - San Jose, California

They have a good variety of delicious filipino dishes! You can order combo style or ala cart. So far, everything I have tried were very good and satisfies our taste buds. My mom doesn't want to cook anymore and wants to just buy here all the time. They have few sets of tables and chairs for you to dine in. And serving is perfect amount too! Hindi tinitipid! Friendly server! If you are around the area or even far, give this place a try! read more

Got 3 pounds of Lechon. I was the first customer, so that was awesome. The owner allowed me to choose which part I wanted, I got belly/ribs and shoulder. The skin stayed crispy all day. It's the only place that serves Lechon by the pound (16.99) around the area, so I will definitely be coming back read more

Jam’s Kitchen - Lechon - Filipino Near Me - San Jose, California

Whole lechon was tender, crispy skin and flavorful meat. My go to lechon spot for parties.

Great food, great people, really nice atmosphere. It's a quaint family business restaurant that is a must to try & support. Highly recommend... read more

only Pinoy food near me. lots of parking and the menu is excellent. all of the classic dishes with their local twist try it you will love it

Food was delicious and great customer service , all my questions were answered regarding their selections, definitely will be coming back. read more

Jam’s Kitchen - Filipino Near Me - San Jose, California

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Brand New Just Opened 2 Weeks Ago. First Time . Kuya Bob Help Us To Get Some Food. Very Nice Person, Food Is Delicious , Ordered A Tupig, Okoy , ChopSuey And Beef Opo . Dont Feel Like Cookin' or Crave For Some Pinoy Foods, Desserts And A Mile Close To My House , This Is Where I Go! read more

We love this filipino restaurant!Our first to eat here the son owner is very nice and the food is so good..so far for me they are on my top 2 filipino restaurant.keep it up guys! read more

Good food, good service its like you're eating the delicious food that my mom cook. It's worth the price.

One of the best Filipino Restaurants the food so fresh, authentic pinoy food and good location too. The price is so affordable, excellent customer service and friendly environment. I highly recommended this Filipino restaurant if you're in San Jose, California. read more

Hi my experience to this Filipino fast food was excellent and highly recommended if you haven't try them. Best home made cook I ever taste. Their Lechon belly was excellent and reasonable per lb price compare to others I know. All the items are good. This pansit was excellent and good flavor. This is my fast food now to eat. I will not coming back to Gabriel's and Valerios's for sure. I don't have anything there to comeback but in Jams kitchen I am there every week to buy my food and definitely I am always coming back. The management are nice, the cook, the server and the owner. And also lots of food to choose. You won't be disappointed. The combination price is reasonable too. I tried breakfast there too served with good coffee. Everything is good highly recommended for sure without a doubt. Try them. Located in McKee behind McDonald by Round table pizza, 408 618 8136 Jam's Kitchen. read more

The lechon kawali is good. But pancit is dry.some pakbet veg are still uncooked. The tinupig is not cook. The kambing meat raw and the skin is chewy rubbery I live close by, but I drive up to Fremont if. If Food is delicious and tasty. I spend 76 dollars. And it's not good food Average. read more

Great food and great customer service! I loved the papaitan and the kids cleaned up their plates

I come here twice a week! I love this place so much! So authentic! Just like home. Their pi nak bet and mongo is my absolute favorite. And their ilocos empanada . read more

Disappointed and unsatisfied. Hope this business will stay and flourish. Typical Filipino food bland taste. Bad first impression because they are already being very cheap with small portions and inflated prices. I don't mind paying the prices but give the customer a little satisfaction with fulfilling their hungry appetite. read more