Spot on Filipino comfort food…read more In all the years I've lived in the City, Kusina Ni Tess was a restaurant I had yet to try until recently. I think I may have evaded it out of homage to my Mom's own cooking, but Kusina provides the perfect opportunity to satisfy a craving for comfort food away from home. It was definitely a pleasant surprise. This restaurant is no-frills; the stars of the show are the fresh and tasty entrees you can see and choose from at the counter. They allow you to choose combination plates or ala carte depending on what you're craving. I had the Dinuguan with garlic rice, while my friend had the Lumpia Shanghai and Palabok noodles. Nothing disappointed--every dish hit the spot. For a moment, I felt like I was at a Filipino party with a few tables for parties of 2 or 4. The staff members were friendly and pleasant while taking my order. Bravo to Tess! I'll definitely be back now that I know where this hidden Sampiguita of a restaurant is, right around the corner from my downtown apartment.

This was my first time eating at Kusina Ni Tess. There aren't a lot of Filipino restaurants in San…read moreFrancisco, so it was a treat to try one of their silog breakfasts. There were plenty of menus posted throughout the restaurant, but I noticed that none of them listed prices. You order at the counter and wait for your receipt number to be called, then pick up your food on a tray and bring it to your table. Water is self-service. I ordered the Pork Adobosilog ($15.50) -- savory pork adobo served with garlic fried rice and a fried egg. The adobosilog was good, and the portion size was just right, although the price felt a little high for a hole-in-the-wall restaurant. The garlic fried rice was disappointing because I couldn't really taste any garlic and it tasted more like plain fried rice. The pork adobo was tender and easy to eat. If I'm in the neighborhood and craving Filipino food, I may revisit the restaurant and try another silog from the menu.

Tried JT Restaurant after seeing mixed reviews, so I wasn't expecting much. Ordered grilled chicken…read morewith a side of fries and a drink. The chicken was actually well-seasoned and not dry, which is rare. Fries were fresh but slightly on the salty side. Portion size was decent for the price not oversized, but enough to feel satisfied. Service was better than expected. It took around 15,20 minutes for the food during a busy time, but the staff kept things moving and didn't make us feel ignored. The place itself isn't very fancy, but it has a casual, comfortable vibe. Seating can feel a bit tight during peak hours, but it works fine for a quick meal. What stood out: food came out hot and fresh, not sitting around. Would I come back? Yes especially for the grilled items. Not a place I had high expectations from, but it definitely delivered where it matters fresh food and consistent taste.

Great location...I landed at lunch time, checked into the Hampton Inn across the street, and was…read moreSTARVING! I always like local over a chain or a slice of pizza, enjoy Asian/Indian/Island foods, and when I saw JT YELP, I walked right over. The owner/chef duo is a husband/wife team, and while they're known for catering, they also have a walk-in hot buffet of ready-to-go food with a good variety of Filipino and Mexican fusion dishes you won't find anywhere else. Pro tip: ask for the house-made hot sauce. I had beef stew (large, tender chunks of marinated beef with carrots, the sauce has a peanut butter finish...divine), greens w/Jalepeños in coconut milk, and savory sticky rice as a base. The only downside for me personally is I'm only in town for 2 days, and won't have a chance to get back there for a meal this time, but will DEF be back in Jan/Feb during the Super Bowl! ALL thumbs up, the service and food are authentic, unique, and excellent...highly recommend!

I just ordered this takeout and I am obsessed. I ended up getting the boneless combo and it was…read moregood. I would say the chicken needs to be crispier but overall the flavor is great and the chicken is super moist.

Date: Sunday, April 5th, 2026 Party of: 2…read moreMeal: Lunch Delivery Ordered Thru: DoorDash DashPass Time Ordered: around 2pm Delivered: about 45 mins later Neighborhood Delivered to: Outer Richmond *Gangjeong Wings ($21.84) - Small (8pcs), Add Pickled Radish *Gangnam Style Wings ($21.84) - Small (8pcs), No Pickled Radish *Regulatory Bag Fee ($0.25) *Long Distance Fee ($1.99) *Service Fee ($2.18) *Tax ($3.77) *Discount (-$5) I love fried chicken. Kentucky, Korean, etc. Give it all to me! When I saw a new KFC spot opened up on DD, I decided to give them a try. I can never just have one flavor, so I ordered two. Tho I'm not sure why I said no pickled radish on one. Maybe I accidentally clicked it. The discount above was our monthly DP credit. First thought, the flavors are very very faint. The gangnam had more flavor due to the black pepper, garlic, and peppers. But the gangjeong was super light. It needed soy, more chili, more everything. The chicken itself was good. Crispy on the outside and moist inside. I would love to try more flavors. I wish they offered a combo where you can split up the wings into different flavors. But for now, they are A-OK. REVIEW #4043

I went here for lunch not too long ago as I've been waiting for another fried chicken option in the…read morearea. I ordered a chicken cutlet meal which is very similar to Japanese chicken katsu except the batter is a little more crunchy. It's more than enough for one person.

The good thing about walking around San Francisco is never know what you end up running into when…read moreyou are wandering around the city. I been fortunate to have established my staple places since I was born and raised in San Francisco. Wandering in the Mission I ran into a new fried chicken burger place on 22nd street between Bartlett and Mission street. This former spot use to sell pizza that was cheesy in SF. Landing into Zhengxin Chicken Steak was heaven sent. Inside they have a kiosk so you can order anything from popcorn chicken, spicy chicken wings to chicken cutlets. I had to try their Signature Chicken Fillet Burger. The chicken filet was not too crunchy and made Taiwan style but not over seasoned . The bun was soft and fresh. Overall a good place to grab a chicken burger which is not fast food in the Mission District in San Francisco with the taste of Taiwan. Go to a place where they "make" a fried chicken burgers from the style of Taiwan and like some in SF which has a little "flake" from dusk to dawn this Don Juan don't "break"unless it's for Zhengxin "Chicken steak" Although the Gabriella's Pizza is "gone"and it's time to move "on"the San Francisco Mission's own" Don Juan "enjoys fried chicken burgers style of "Taiwan"

The lumpia is sooo yummy! Longanisa plate and lumpia $14. They always have great service and great…read morefood

Are you kidding, Crispy Pata for lunch in SOMA. Sign me up. I have heard of Rita's before because…read moreI would see it parked at the Alemany Farmer's Market in SF on the weekend. But now that my offices are off Market between 6th and 7th, I happily stumbled upon the food truck and wow, great Filipino food, great prices, and friendly customer service...Definitely going back.

I've been getting take out from this place through my work as well as my own lunch and the hainese…read morechicken here is one of the best in the city. The service is always very consistent and the food is affordable. I also love the name

Ordering at What The Cluck is straightforward thanks to the kiosks, and you simply wait for your…read morefood at the pickup window. The place is very small, with only two spots to eat, and if you stay, you'll likely be back-to-back with other patrons waiting for their orders. On top of that, there was a loud TV to my right, which made the small space feel even more cramped and uncomfortable. This was my first visit, as it came highly recommended, but honestly, I didn't see the hype. The chicken tasted okay, but most of the pieces were quite dry. I ordered their classic dish with extra chicken livers, and while the rice was the best part of the meal, the portion sizes left me still feeling hungry. The broth was so small I barely noticed it. After spending over $21 for my meal, I couldn't help but feel like I could have gone to a sit-down spot and had a more satisfying experience.

Listen, you either WANT fried chicken, or you NEED fried chicken. If I want fried chicken, I…read moreusually talk myself out of it and eat a celery stick as penance. However, if I need fried chicken, like really, really, really need fried chicken, I'm unfortunately within walking distance from this fast food spot. I've been treated nicely here, though the staff is usually in the next room with the fryer in constant action. In a moment of weakness, I ordered the $10.49 4-Piece Chicken Combo which meant I got a biscuit (Photo 6). No, I wasn't having a dinner party. As a dark meat aficionado, I liked that I got three thighs, one drumstick, and an additional stump of sorts. That was nice of them. The chicken was good with a crunchy crust, not overly greasy. Should I have further moments of weakness, I shall return. FOOD - 4 stars...surprisingly satisfying for what looks like a chain AMBIANCE - 2.5 stars...fairly bare bones, expect to take it to go SERVICE - 4 stars...I got a free stump TOTAL - 4 stars...when I NEED fried chicken RELATED - Exploring 6th Street? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2NNz312

The looks of the chicken was different from add and the taste from first bite made my stomach turn…read morehow do I get a refund because it's not what the advertised

This place is SO good! Do not sleep on this spot for dine in, take out or delivery. We are so happy…read morethis place is in the neighborhood. We live right up the block and we feel so lucky. Run by a sweet and friendly family who clearly knows how to cook. My partner is from the big island of Hawaii. He's usually always disappointed in mix plate spots mainland side but in his 26 years since moving to the mainland, he says this is the best mix plate off the island! The bbq short ribs are crazy taste and meaty! The katsu is perfectly crispy. Don't skip on the seafood too. So fresh! The bbq chicken and beef are yummy staples. The Mac salad is perfect. Literally everything is good. To top it off, the prices are so reasonable!!! My only wish is that the would add a 1/2 and 1/2 plate to the menu so you can order the exact two items you want but hopefully they'll see this note from their friendly neighbor and add it to the menu ;) Nevertheless, we'll be eating her weekly for the rest of time! Aloha!

Best Hawaiian bbq in town by a mile!…read more Food quality, freshness, the crispness of the fried foods, even more care and attention in plating and presentation.