The hype is real. The breakfast/brunch is very delicious and if you don't want to wait in line, hop on the website and order for pick up. There is seating around the corner for you to eat, if needed. It was very busy on a Friday morning and everyone was very friendly. The sandwich is as delicious as it looks and I recommend the gooey pecan bun. My to-go order was right on time: steaming hot food, lattes made fresh for the pick up time, what more can you ask for?! Really nice touch that you can choose your sweetness level. 10/10 I recommend, this restaurant was running like a machine and it's quite impressive. read more

Kasama - The breakfast sando with longonisa sandwich. - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I was excited to go to Kasama as I heard great things. They were extremely busy but even so, the workers were so friendly and attentive. We bought a Manila Fog and Iced Black Sesame Latte. The flavour profiles were spot on, and didn't overpower the coffee's nuttiness. I also had the chance to try their Kafe-Mansi which was surprisingly good. The citrus profile of the calamansi made the drink so refreshing. I would love to try their food when I get the chance to visit again. read more

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I absolutely love an Asian bakery, so was super excited to try Kasama (especially after its moment in The Bear!). Got there Sunday at 10:45, and waited almost 1.5 hrs in line. Thankfully they still had their famous breakfast sandwiches by the time I ordered (even though they normally stop selling them at noon). Got a couple drinks- Ube Latte and the Corn Maiz Tea Latte. I'll preface by saying that the Corn Maiz drink was my favorite thing I got from Kasama. It has a strong corn flavor that blends perfectly with the milk tea. This is a 10/10 no notes. Ube latte was also tasty. For food I ordered a ton of things: -Longanisa Egg and Cheese Sandwich w a hash brown: was surprisingly just okay IMO. Egg is very uniquely fluffy, more like a steamed egg than a scramble! The rest of the sandwich was tasty but nothing special. -Filipino Breakfast Platter w both meats: the Tocino is delish! IMO the better of the two breakfast meats. Garlic rice is good, but i always love garlic rice. -Italian Beef Eggrolls: so crispy and delicious with the gardeneira dipping sauce! Weekends only item- be sure to try! -Lumpia: so crispy and flavorful, they really fry things well here. -Matcha Pandan Eclair: the choux was pipped on top, and was so fluffy and delicious. The crispy rice inside the shell added a fun texture. This was my favorite pastry! -Truffle Croissant: lamination was good, flavors were a bit weird. Was overly sweet from the rock sugar + honey, so much that it overpowered the truffle IMO which is hard to do. -Guava and cheese ensaymada: very fluffy brioche with yummy filling. This was good, really wanted to try the ube one but they were out :( -Ube and Huckleberry basque cake: very rich! Was suggested this instead of the ube ensaymada and it was definitely more huckleberry than ube. Tasty though. Overall this spot was good and certain things (corn maiz drink, pandan eclair, Italian beef eggrolls) were worth the wait while others are overhyped. I would definitely order ahead next time for take out or sit inside- cute indoor and outdoor seating options! read more

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While visiting Chicago, we decided to check out this Michelin-star restaurant. We arrived around 10:00 a.m., which was admittedly a bit late on our part, and there was already a long line. After waiting about 30 minutes without much movement, we decided to place an online order instead and return later. Our order was ready between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., so be prepared for a wait during peak hours. The drinks were good, but they didn't particularly stand out to me. I personally preferred the Ube coffee over the tea-based drink. The breakfast sandwiches, however, were the highlight of our visit. They were incredibly flavorful, and the tocino paired perfectly with the other ingredients, making for a delicious and satisfying meal. One thing that could improve the experience would be having a staff member outside providing estimated wait times. Without any updates, it was difficult for guests to know how long the line would take, especially since the restaurant becomes very busy and closes relatively early. From what I could see, the interior looked beautiful, modern, and very clean. Overall, despite the long wait, the food was well worth trying. If you plan to visit, I recommend arriving early or placing an online order to save time. read more

Kasama - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Arrived before 9 AM and there was already a long line! We waited about 1.5 hours to be seated. You order and pay as you enter. The interior is modern and cozy, and service was attentive despite the crowd. The pastries were the highlight! The Salmon Danish was my favorite, followed by the Matcha Eclair--the crispy rice layer added such a nice texture. The Ube Huckleberry Basque Cake was also a hit. We also had the Filipino Breakfast and Chicken Adobo, which definitely satisfied our Filipino food cravings. Love seeing Filipino cuisine getting so much love from locals and visitors alike. And being Michelin-recognized makes it even more special. Definitely worth experiencing--just be prepared for the line! read more

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We ordered around 9am on Saturday, and the earliest pickup time was for 1pm. It ended up being ready around 12:30, which was nice! A friend in line had just reached the front and had been waiting for 1.5 hours We got the truffle croissant (amazing, loved the truffle on top too for extra flavor!), whoopie pie (solid, very soft and fluffy), and the hand pie (pretty average, wouldn't get again). Unfortunately the ube basque cake was OOS by the time we ordered. I loved their coffees - each one was sooo good and flavorful. My favorite was the coconut cortado! We also got the ube latte and kalamansi espresso tonic - they were both excellent as well. I would definitely go back for the coffee! read more

Kasama - Truffle croissant - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The real trick with Kasama is to order online ahead before they open the opening time for orders that day will be around 845. I would suggest ordering as soon as it opens as it will stack up pretty quickly. I love all of the pastries there if you get there early, you can walk around the neighborhood and there is a famous fountain there in the famous ladder sculpture as well as an angel sculpture right around there and parking is pretty easy in the morning. I really liked the black sesame latte that is pictured here I would say that the pastries and a latte or more of a highlight for me than the entrées, but everything is great! The interior is also very cute and everyone is very kind. We just didn't sit down so I feel like I can't comment on that too much but yes if you take anything away from this, it is please order ahead. You won't regret it. read more

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Almost everyone I know who has been to Chicago told me to visit Kasama, and now I totally get why. They're a two michelin star modern filipino spot that's a bakery by day and a tasting menu restaurant by night. The line is almost always crazy long. Pro tip: place an online order right when they open in the morning so you can skip the line for pickup. I went close to 2pm, so I only waited about 15 minutes for brunch, but most of the pastries and breakfast sandwiches were already sold out. ＊Matcha Pandan Eclair $9.5 ** The biggest éclair I've ever seen! You get a mini version on their tasting menu, but the bakery sells this full-size beauty. My favorite pastry from the haul! I loved the crunch from the toasted genmai and the light pandan whipped cream. I just wish the matcha flavor was stronger. ＊Black Truffle Croissant $16 * Every bite was packed with black truffle flavor, and with fresh shaved black truffle, truffle oil, and a premium truffle filling, I could see why it costs $16. You also get a mini version on the tasting menu. But I wasn't a fan of the crunchy pearl sugar on top. I ended up shaving it all off. ＊Ube & Huckleberry Basque Cake $9 Loved the little powdered sun stencil inspired by the Philippine flag. It was filled with ube pastry cream and huckleberry. Personally, I found the filling too sweet for my liking. ＊Filipino Breakfast $20 ** I originally wanted their signature longanisa breakfast sandwich, but it was sold out, so the staff recommended this instead. Best recommendation ever, I even thanked them before I left! Every component was so thoughtfully done, especially the meats. Now I need to come back for the tasting menu. ＊Oh, Hot Yam $6.85 ** Hands down the best ube latte I've had. Super ube-forward with a hint of coconut sap that made it even more comforting on a chilly rainy day in Chicago. read more

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Placed an online takeout order (a must unless you want to wait in a looooong line) for the breakfast sandwich and pastries. The food is absolutely immaculate. While it is on the pricey side, there's a reason and it clearly isn't keeping people away. read more

Kasama - Breakfast sandwich - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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WORTH IT AMAZING OMG. We ordered ahead and got a little bit of everything. The Hashbrown egg and cheese sandwich was amazing and then we also tried the ube cake, truffle croissant and the citrus pound cake: the pandan matcha eclair was sold out but everything else we had was more than enough and so delicious. Their iced coffee drinks were also delicious. The vibes were great inside and the staff were so friendly and nice!! I hope I can order from here again soon! read more

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Came back for dine-in for breakfast with a group. There's always a line out the door, so luckily we were able to get in and grab a table right away because someone in our group lined up at 7am before they opened. Once you are in, you order at the counter. Eating in felt pointless to me because their menu is pretty limited and you can order the breakfast sandwich for takeout (one of their most popular items). Their pastries are decent but I've had better. The tarts were super refreshing and I loved the cream on top. I also ordered a hash brown, which was very similar to McDonald's but better. I don't think I'd come back here for breakfast, but I'd like to come back for their dinner since that's what got them the Michelin star. read more

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Kasama's been on my list for a few years but the long lines during brunch times deterred me from trying. I initially wanted to get a dinner reservation, but wasn't able to snatch one up even a couple weeks in advance. Spontaneously, my friend and I decided to go for lunch a couple Sundays ago. The weather conditions weren't great as it was raining moderately. This probably deterred at least some people from lining up. I got there around 12 PM and waited for about an hour, which is still long, but not as horrific as I thought. I also ended up with the last breakfast sandwich ticket since the group in front of me decided it wasn't worth it to wait in line so they gave it to me. This basically was the sign for me to stay in line. The ordering process was pretty simple. We ordered at the counter and prayed that there would be seats opened. Initially, we made ourselves comfortable at the bar, but we were able to migrate to a table shortly after. Our drinks came out within a few minutes after ordering and our food came out within 10. 12 OZ OH, HOT YAM! - 6.85 Initially, this was the drink I ordered. However, I thought it was too sweet and didn't feel like the ube flavor was that strong. My friend liked it more than the drink she ordered, so we ended up swapping. ICED BLACK SESAME LATTE - 6.85 This was the drink I swapped for, and the iced version was perfectly refreshing and nutty. It also wasn't too sweet. I would prefer a roastier black sesame flavor, but this was good enough. LONGANISA, EGG, AND CHEESE SANDWICH - 12 The breakfast sandwich didn't love like it'd be anything special, but the bun was incredibly soft and fluffy, with a custard, soft egg. The longanisa was well-seasoned, with the sweet & savory flavors bursting after each bite. I can see why the breakfast sandwiches at Kasama are so popular. Would highly recommend if you're able to snatch one. PORK BELLY ADOBO - 19.50 This item is weekend only, so I had to try it! I also love a good adobo rice. Despite it being pork belly, it was surprisingly not too heavy or fatty. The poached egg mixed in made each bite creamier. The pickled vegetables and chopped scallions were a nice touch to add a bit of tang and aromatics. I did take home half of the rice bowl home to enjoy for breakfast the next day. While this was good, it was probably the weakest of the three food items we ordered. FILIPINO BREAKFAST - 19 +1 for combo (longanisa and tocino) My friend ordered this, which came with a serving each of longanisa and tocino, a bed of garlic rice, sunny side up egg, pickled vegetables, and garnish. I had a bit of both meats, and the tocino was definitely my favorite. It was juicy, a good mix of sweet and savory -- reminded me of the Cantonese BBQ pork belly. I would definitely order something with tocino upon future visit. This was a pricy lunch, but the food was good and tasted cleaner than I had expect. I had a great time trying brunch at Kasama and would love to visit for their dinner menu when I'm in Chicago again. read more

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Visiting Chicago and pretty much EVERYONEEEEE recommended this place and honestly I can see why! There was a 2 hour wait on a Saturday morning and ooooof you're going be baking in the sun (no patio, no shade, no umbrellas) so come prepared with hats, umbrellas and water!! Usually when I wait that long for something I get extra harsh on critique like my god you better be worth the wait.... And unfortunately this place WAS actually that good where I couldn't even be mad. Filipino breakfast combo ($20)-- has both longanisa sausage and tocino, suuuuper savory and goes great with their garlic rice and sunny side up egg. It's one of those things that's just so simple but so soooo good when done right. Pork belly adobo ($20)-- weekends only! braised pork belly with garlic rice and sunny side up egg. This is similar to a Taiwanese Lu rou fan. It was slightly sweet with the savory. It gets kind of fatty/greasy after a while but once you add some chili and vinegar from the basket it's all good !!! Longanisa breakfast sandwich ($12)-- didn't add the hash brown but that was an option! Soft bread, fluffy egg, cheese and longanisa... again so simple but sooooo good! The Longanisa in this was like a meat patty vs the sausage in the breakfast plate. Same name but different enough I promise! Didn't feel like I got a duplicate or anything like the textures are different! For pastries... forgot the price-- Salmon danish: Weekend only! Wish we got more!! It was perfectly light and savory. Doesn't have that strong fishy smell and the flavor was so good. Smoked salmon, cream cheese, fish roe... how could it not be good!! Cheesecake: SOOOOOOO GOOD!!! Again, should've ordered more!! Not all cheesecakes are created equal but THIS ONEEEEE was so so good. The crust:filling ratio was perfect. It was rich and creamy. Doesn't mix in cake/filler like some other places. Just good, pure, classic cheesecake with some good fruit on top. Cardamom bun: Texture kind of like breakfast bun/kougn amann but tastes like a light pumpkin spice, thanksgiving. Goes great with coffee I'm sure!! This flavor profile in general isn't really my thing but my friend loved it !! Banana bread: Really not the most aesthetic thing. It's almost kinda ugly in pictures ... but what it lacks it makes up for in TASTEEE. I should've gotten a cross section but there's dark chocolate and nuts and the banana flavor is there and sweetens everything so nicely. Also, you order at the counter and they'll bring it to you at the table in order of drinks then pastries then food. Not sure how it works if you want to order more tbh like if you finish eating and want more dessert. Would I wait 2 hours again? Unfortunately probably yeah. Since I'm a visitor it's not like I can go during off hours/random weekdays etc. And everything was soooo good I'd definitely come again next time I'm back!! read more

Kasama - Salmon danish, cardamom bun, banana bread, cheesecake - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Really liked all the bakery goods that we got, the banana tart and the Boston cream donut. Both of which are not too sweet though very pricey. The tart was 13$ and the donut was almost 8$. I also really liked the chicken adobo and the sandwich we got wasn't as good as I thought. Was really looking forward to their breakfast sandwich but we got there a bit too late. Will definitely come back to try their breakfast sandwich. The bakery and desserts are a bit pricey but really liked it. Overall, a good experience. read more

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OH BOY!!!! Do you know "the way of the Kasama?" Not the Bruce Lee movie "The way of the Dragon". The Kasama of breakfast sandwiches!!! If not, keep reading and you will become enlightened on the ways of ridiculous breakfast sandwiches!!!! First the positive...get the breakfast sandwiches...all of them...I mean get all of them now!!! The Philippine sausage is probably one of the most amazing things ever...get it! You can't go wrong with the bakery either - get all the yum yum!! Now for the Neutral...order online...it will take 4 hours, but the line is super long, and it's worth just walking in to pick up. I'll say again...ORDER ONLINE!! Now for the Negative...no, nothing to do with the food (awesome), the service (awesome), the staff (awesome)...no, all the Negative falls on what I call the "Kasama Police" aka the other customers...accidentally get in wrong line...Kasama Police will put you in your place! Not sure where to pick up online order and accidentally get in front of someone...oh no, Kasama police up in your grill!! Seriously, these people suck major lemons...get a life Kasama Police!! So long story short, when you get there to pick up online order...go through door...go to right...ask Kasama police where pick up line is..give the person your name and order number...wait patiently...and get the best breakfast sandwiches ever!! And if Kasama police get up in your face???? ROADHOUSE baby!!!!!! read more

I waited about 45 minutes to try the breakfast sandwich here. A word of warning: the line gets very long, and there is no shade or fans outside, so come prepared for the elements. (Also, keep in mind that mornings are walk-in only, you can't order the breakfast sandwich online like you can with the pastries, and reservations are strictly for their dinner service.) Stepping inside is a welcome relief from the sun. The interior is modern and light-filled, featuring a gorgeous pastry display at the central ordering counter. The space is tight, loud, and bustling. Which makes sense given the sheer volume of people they serve, so you'll have to try and snag one of the few seats along the edges. Once we finally ordered, the service was incredibly fast. The sandwich came out in less than 5 minutes! It was definitely a good, tasty sandwich, but I wouldn't say it was amazing. Ultimately, while I enjoyed the food and the beautiful space inside, I probably wouldn't wait 45 minutes in the blazing sun to get it again. read more

Worth the wait and hype ? Not really for the bfast sammies! As for the bakery part ? Yes, some items were really done well like the chocolate Carmel tart and raspberry whoopie pie! Seeing a line out the door was a real put off but we ordered ahead thankfully. So the bfast Sammies were ok but nothing to write home about. The sausage could have been a bit more crisp and the hash brown one was a bit dry.... The egg was fantastic on there as it reminded me of being in Tokyo. The tart and whoopie pie were incredible- flavors were rich, crust was melt in your mouth and the cream was divine. The banana bread cake and poppy seed cake were decent but again pretty dry. All and all glad we tried it and probably won't be back unless for bakery items! read more

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Pulled up to Kasama just around 8:30 AM on a Thursday and were the second party in line, but just a few minutes later, the line ended up stretching pretty far down the block for those who like to plan ahead. Seating is pretty limited, but it looked like most folks were picking up pastries to go, but either way you order at the front one party at a time. Truffle Croissant (5/5): A must get, super intense black truffle against a perfectly flaky and chewy buttery croissant. The large bits of pearl sugar add pops of sweetness that I loved. Mango Tart (4.75/5): Mango really shines through with melt in your mouth texture and fruity sweetness. Coconut pasty cream adds almost a nutty flavor and luscious mouthfeel to contrast against the lightly crunchy cookie crust. Prosciutto Croissant (4.5/5): Pastry again impeccable with sharp saltiness from the prosciutto and cheese. Still absolutely delicious, but hard to recommend with how good the other items were. Longanisa Breakfast Sandwich (5/5): Another life changing bite. Hash brown add on is unbelievably crunchy against the egg bite that is pillowy soft and fluffy roll. Longanisa is salty and sweet, just the best way to start your morning. Lumpia (3.75/5): Comes out piping hot and the meat still stays juicy and bouncy. Good, not crazy. Filipino Breakfast with Longanisa and Tocino (4/5): Garlic rice is fluffy, but heavy on the garlic exactly like I love it. Sunny side up eggs were perfectly cooked and the two meats were actually the weakest components, a bit chewier than expected. Chicken Adobo (4.25/5): Chicken has almost a nice char on the outside and doused in a tangy sauce with crispy garlic bits. Tender and juicy, personally preferred this over the longanisa and tocino. Sweet Corn Hojicha (2/5): Only real whiff that we tried. While you could really taste the corn, unfortunately ended up being wayyyy too sweet and I couldn't have more than a sip or two. read more

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Wait times are NO JOKE. I only tried their famous breakfast sandwich with the option to add on the hash browns. The egg is like custard like in texture and just heavenly. The overall sandwich is RICH & HEAVY, even for a fattie like me, LOL. I ate half with a ton of water to wash it down, and ate the other half hours later. My leftovers tasted even better somehow. I am glad I was able to try it during my trip here. Are the wait times worth it for this? For me, personally, no. I wouldn't wait more than an hour. Unfortunately, the wait times are much longer than that! I got lucky, and a friend pre-ordered it for me. read more

Kasama - The texture of the egg is like custard, almost like soft tofu in a good way! This is the breakfast sandwich w hash brown :) - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Look if I am going to be forced to wait in line, I might as well come early and be front of the line knowing I'm getting the freshest pickings and nothings run out yet. Showed up on a Friday morning at 730, was third in line, and waited 90 minutes. By 8am that line was already down to the end of the block. Just take my advice on this. My favorite thing about this place was how they let people in. One party at a time. Makes the atmosphere and ambiance inside feel more cozy and warm with none of that viral sensation nonsense. Best part is, when I finally ordered, the guy at the counter was super chill. Let me ask a few questions, was patient and kind. None of that viral sensation snobbery that comes with these kinds of places. Food time. The truffle croissant was unlike any other croissant I ever had. Despite the truffle it was also kind of sweet, I don't know it just works. Not hype at all. Our sticky bun had dimensions of deep burnt caramel flavor. Flavors kept unfolding with every chew. We are lumpia addicts so we had to try these. Absolutely delicious, but at over 10 bucks, anyone that knows lumpia knows you can get a dozen for like 5 bucks at strip mall type joints. And now for the main event. The breakfast sandwich with sausage, hash brown, and extra cheese was truly exceptional. It was textural bliss combined with the flavor bomb from the Filipino sausage. Would I wait 90 minutes again for another one, probably not. But I'm glad I did it just the same. read more

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When we decided to visit Chicago to catch a pre World Cup match up vs. Germany, I figured out how far advance I have to make a reservation to Kasama. At 1201am, I was able to secure a table for 4. We have been to majority of award winning Filipino restaurants in the USA. When Kasama received its 2 Michelin star 2 years in a row, we had to make sure that we dine here. Paying for Filipino food is usually cheap, but this place is totally worth it. Many of us Filipinos are very critical when we eat at Filipino restaurants because we always say my mom or aunt cooks the dish so much better. The 13-14 course meal was perfect from start to finish. The right amount of food on each dish and well thought of. @kasamachicago First Filipino 2 Star Our favorite dishes - Sinigang Japanese fried mackerel, Kare Kare taco, Nilaga, and Pulutan with talaba & shrimp toast. Finishing the meal with multiple play on with popular Filipino dessert- turon and halo halo. But that truffle croissant is amazing it made up for not serving rice. Will need to go back to their bakery- which is one of the best in Chicago. Been to a lot of high end Filipino restaurants in the USA- Kasama is definitely the BEST!!! As a goodbye gift they sent us home with an amazing pastry. Congratulations for the 2 stars. read more

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Desserts were all very delicious. $7.95 pecan $13 for banana $9 for ube Although they were pricey I think it was worth it. All 3 pastries we got lived up to the hype. We got lucky and there was a very short line outside the time we went and got our pastries right away. Would definitely love to try the food next time. read more

Kasama - Ube basque cake, banana cream dessert, pecan roll - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Worth the wait! We got there about an hr before doors opened, it took about 2 hrs for us to get seated so be prepared to wait. But it's actually quite spacious inside which is nice, and I liked that all of the pastries were out for display. The highlights are definitely their breakfast sandwich (get the longanisa with hash browns inside) and adobo. All the pastries are great, but the whoopie pie was my favorite. We also tried the calamansi mimosa, super refreshing for a hot day. If you don't have time to wait, definitely just order their breakfast sandwiches to go online!! read more

Order ahead online!!! We placed an order at 8:45 right when online ordering opened. The order was ready by 10:00am. When we got there the line outside was about two blocks and people stated moving slowly. One in line even said she looked to place online ordering but it was showing ready at 1:30pm. So plan ahead! The breakfast sandwich was delicious! The bun was thin and soft and the hashbrown thin and crispy which was perfect. We also got an assortment of pastries to try of different flavors. The guava and cheese ensaymada was a favorite! The staff for picking up online orders were very nice! The team was very organized and efficient with pick up orders. Only tough part was interior area by pick up is small. read more

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Pro tip: Set an alarm and be ready to order online at 8:45 a.m. Even though I logged on right at 8:45 a.m., my order wasn't ready until around 10:30-10:45 a.m. By the time I arrived, the line was easily two blocks long. I was lucky enough to snag a parking spot from someone pulling out right in front, and I was even happier to skip the line and walk straight in to pick up my order. Order ahead--it is absolutely the move. The drinks aren't sitting around waiting for pickup either. It seemed like they were making my matcha latte right as I arrived, which I appreciated. The star of the show was the huckleberry pastry--absolutely worth the hype. The longanisa breakfast sandwich was delicious but very substantial. For us, one sandwich was the perfect amount to share among three people; I think it would feel pretty heavy as a solo breakfast. The apple hand pie was one of the best I've had, and even the simple cookie was surprisingly delicious. We also tried a blueberry muffin, which was solid as well. The restaurant itself is cute, the space is clean, and the restrooms were spotless. Would I go back? Absolutely. But next time I'll definitely follow the pro tip and order ahead. read more

Kasama - Breakfast Sandwich - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We got super lucky with Kasama. I had some friends visiting from LA and it was a rainy day, so somehow there was basically no line. We got in pretty quick and sat at the counter. We tried the ube latte and a couple of the Filipino breakfast plates. The longanisa with garlic rice and egg was sooo good. Honestly, everything was really good and definitely worth the hype. I loved the vibe too. You hear Michelin star and expect something fancy or a little stuffy, but it wasn't like that at all. It felt really comfortable and almost like you were sitting around eating with family. Definitely want to go back, but I might need another rainy day because I don't know about that line read more

Kasama - Ube latte - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Believe the hype. Such a cool place with great Filipino food & pastries. We usually get there around 8am or so. They open at 9. The line starts around then or earlier. I get the egg,cheese,& hash brown sandwich. The fluffy egg is magic. Potato bun is soft. Hash brown is crispy. The Ube latte is delicious hot or iced. But the star of the show is the pastries. That huckleberry basque is my favorite. Fast, friendly service. The outdoor patio is adorable. They bring your food out to you. Oh yeah, they stop some of the breakfast items at noon though. Go early. read more

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michelin starred filipino bakery/cafe! the line was really long when we arrived, luckily we did the preorder strategy. even though I preordered right when they opened at 8:45am, it was only ready at 10:15am. the pastries were really good! the longanisa breakfast sando was unique but not amazing (personal preference), but I loved the banana tart and oat ube huckleberry basque cake (I thought the ube was overpowered by the huckleberry though). prices are certainly steep but worth trying! read more

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Finally tried this Michelin Star restaurant. Came here on a Friday morning around 9AM and there was already a line. We waited 1hr 30mins. The line was moving decently. Once we got inside, we ordered our food and they told us what table number to be seated at. They brought us our food pretty quickly. We ordered the Kare-Kare, breakfast sandwich, banana tart, and ube huckleberry tart. Everything was good but the banana tart was the best one. It even tastes delicious the next day. Would I come back and wait in line again? Probably not. Would I order online once in a blue moon? Yeah sure. read more

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The pastries were good but not good enough to wait in line for. I would place an online pick up order ahead of time and get stuff to-go. Try to place a pick up order as soon as they open, since the wait times can be very long for pick up. I checked at 10am on a Sunday and the order pick up time would've been 1pm. I got there at 10am on Sunday and the line took 2 hours to get seated. You wait in one line for both dine-in and carry-out orders. -- The Ube and Coconut Ensaymada had great texture, almost like a bun and donut hybrid. The cream filling was good but I wish there was more cream inside. -- The Apple Hand Pie was awesome. The filling was almost like a caramelized apple spread, and the outside was flaky and had a crunchy sugar crust on top. -- The Maiz Corn Leche was absolutely decadent and the best thing I had at Kasama. It was so creamy, lightly salted, and had a strong corn flavor. -- The Manila Fog was okay. The tea flavor is strong and the drink was creamy, but the pandan flavor was almost non-existent. read more

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My boyfriend is Filipino so we had to try this spot while we were visiting Chicago we used the preorder link at 8:50am and the items were ready for pickup at 11:15am we ordered: -- ube basque: 7/10 it didn't really have much ube flavor -- chocolate caramel tart: 7.5/10 the tart was perfect but the chocolate and caramel together makes it a little too sweet - the pieces on the top unfortunately didn't add to the taste -- truffle croissant: 10/10 wow this was amazing! I actually don't like truffle or croissant but this was flaky, and the rock sugar (I think that's what it is?) on top is so addicting. the cream truffle filling was flavorful but not overpowering -- longanisa egg sandwich + hashbrown: 7/10 just wasn't a standout for me -- mushroom adobo: 8/10 it was flavorful - I would order again but not sure it's worth almost $20 for drinks, we both got the hot yam but my boyfriend got it iced and I got it hot -- it tasted better iced but it was still lacking in ube flavor. the coffee also didn't taste strong enough for me personally honestly I really wanted to like this place more but for almost $100 for everything and the long wait, I expected at least half of the items to be perfect but I felt like only the truffle croissant felt like a 10/10 for me I will say the staff was very sweet though -- maybe it's a better experience dining in, so I think next time I will wake up early to eat inside and hopefully be able to give a higher rating :-) read more

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i was very surprised to see that a michelin star restaurant offers takeout! we put in an order knowing that it would take a few hours before pickup, but despite the pickup option, the portion sizes were more than fair and the quality was phenomenal. the mushroom adobo was savory and the variety of mushrooms they included made this a very fun dish to eat with the various textures. the banana tart was lightly sweet, just the way i prefer. i understand why this place has two michelin stars! read more

Kasama - banana tart - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I got the longanisa breakfast sandwich, chicken adobo ube huckleberry basque cake, and Manila fog. Everything was so delicious. I especially liked the longanisa breakfast sandwich and chicken adobo. I'm so glad that they were willing to make the breakfast sandwhiches beyond 12pm for some of us waiting in line. Fyi they normally stop making the breakfast sandwhiches at noon. Be prepared to wait in line for at least an hour, this spot is super popular. I also really enjoyed the chicken adobo. The chicken was tender and I thought the hint of sweetness from the coconut flakes sprinkled on top was a pleasant touch. I also really liked the Manila fog drink - it wasn't too sweet or overpowering. For the ube huckleberry basque cake - I mostly tasted tartness from the huckleberry and not so much ube, but it was good regardless. The staff were all pretty nice. There's indoor and outdoor seating. You'll likely be able to make a friend or two from the wait in line haha. Highly recommend trying this place at least once! read more

Kasama - Manila fog, ube huckleberry basque cake, longanisa breakfast sandwich, chicken adobo - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My wife and I visited Kasama for on our anniversary trip to Chicago. Good morning Chat. Now its time to talk about Kasama. It was a wonderful experience. Got there 10 minutes early and were seated immediately and served water. Our two top gave me a look at the open kitchen, and My wife a view of the dining room from side to side. Both decent views. Even though they set us 10 minutes before our 7 pm reservation, the server indicated our first course would come out around 7:15 - 7:20. They must do this to keep everything on pace for the overall service. Once the courses started coming the pacing was awesome and we made it through the 11 course meal by 9 pm. The pairings were very good. There was one cocktail and one rice wine mixed in, and only 1 red. We thought they could have mixed in another red as the profile of the whites kind of got monotonous. But all in all very good. On to the food. The only course that wasn't very very good was the first one - the kinilaw which is like a Filipino ceviche. It was tasty, but maybe needed some texture and a little more salt even though it had a good amount of caviar. The second dish was the oyster and shrimp toast which I thought might end up being my favorite. It tied for my wife'sfavorite. Very good and tasty and savory. The third course was their take on lumpia that you wrapped up and ate in a rice paper wrapper. Several courses were eaten by hand so very the meal felt very interactive. I'll skip some dishes description for brevity sake but the next dish that fought for best dish contention was what they called sinigang, basically a seared piece of mackeral in a tangy spicy broth. I like acid and heat and this one barely beat out the shrimp toast in my opinion. The Adobo that was prepared with mussels and king trumpet mushrooms was another dish that exceeded expectations. But the winner for me, and tied with the shrimp toast for my wife was the squab and dirty rice. So savory, tender and flavorful. Just a great dish and one that we typically wouldn't order a la carte. Many times on tasting menus the pastry part of the menu seems like an afterthought, but not at Kasama. I didn't get a picture somehow, but the truffle croissants were so excellent, sweet and savory at the same time, just really hard to explain how good they were. The other two desserts and the guava and cheese cake they sent home with us were good, but the croissants were to die for. Service was also solid - Our server Josh answered all our questions with enthusiasm. So Kasama deserves its two Michelin stars. Great meal and one of the most interesting Michelin meals we have ever had. read more

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My husband and I were so bummed that we didn't get to try Kasama on our first visit to Chicago. But we made it back two years later and it was so worth it! Highly recommend ordering online ahead of time like we did! Placed our order at 8:55am and picked up right at 10am. We had to try their Breakfast Sandwich with the hashbrown, as well as, their Black Truffle Croissant & Ube and Huckleberry Basque Cake. Hands down the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had! The eggs were so silky and balanced out the longanisa so well. Adding the hashbrown is a must and it made it so filling. The pastries were also amazing! I'll be dreaming of this meal for years to come. read more

Kasama - Black Truffle Croissant & Ube and Huckleberry Basque Cake - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Had to try this place when I was in town. Heard about crazy wait times to eat there in person, so I ordered online for pick up as soon as they opened at 9am. By the time I completed my order, the pickup time was 12:15pm. However, it's nice to order from wherever you are and know what time to swing by for your pickup. When I got there, the line wasn't as crazy as I've seen photos of, but it was still long. You get to walk inside past the line for online pick up. There's a sign on the counter. They make any drinks you order fresh when you get there, and it's really quick too! Service was very friendly and fast inside! The ube latte was one of the best ube flavors I've had in an ube latte before. Highly recommend! I had it iced. The pork belly adobo (only available on weekends I think) was a little disappointing. It's very possible it wasn't that great because it might've been sitting a few minutes before I picked it up and then it was 15-20 minutes uber back to my hotel to eat it. Food is always better when eaten fresh, so I don't fault them for it. The egg was perfectly cooked. I thought the pork belly would be cut in bigger chunks like their photos online, but they were cut very small. I want to try the breakfast sandwich next time I'm in town. The chocolate chip cookie with dark and white chocolate was big, soft, and yummy. I also got the banana tart which was SO good. It was not what I expected, but the flavors and textures were spot on. They have some benches on the side of their restaurant so if you do online order for pickup, I'd recommend trying to grab a spot there and eat the food fresh. I would recommend the baked goods and ube latte, not sure about the hot food until I can go back and try more menu items. read more

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Aside from waiting an hour and a half to get in for breakfast, like a Disney ride, this place did not disappoint. Once you're in its cozy and casual and they operate like a well-oiled machine. Friendly, fast, and furious. There are so many delicious pastries I wanted to try but didn't have enough time. We definitely had to take some home for later and I would do it again, but get even more! The black sesame and ube coconut cold brews were definitely a great way to start. These were perfectly sweetened drinks that hit the spot and satisfied our tummies while we waited for the main events. I would order both again without hesitation. Yum! Ube huckleberry Basque cake - if you're familiar with the Spanish almond tortes, it was very much like that. Crispy outside and dense cake-like inside. The huckleberry balanced out the sweetness of the ube jam. Very nice! Black truffle croissant, one of the best pastries I've had. Filled with Delice de Bourgogne cheese (my fave) and topped with shaved truffles and rock sugar. A very nice play between sweet and savory...but $16! For me, worth the splurge, 100%! Ube coconut ensaymada. I don't care for ensaymada but had to try this one. It's filled with an ube cream and the big difference is that this had a nice crispy crust, soft inside, and no sugary butter "frosting" (which I don't like in a traditional version). Definitely good but I don't have to have it again. Breakfast sandwich with cheddar cheese, soufflé egg, longaniza, and crispy hash brown between a soft sandwich bun. No sauces needed, the flavors stand out themselves. We need to make this at home, guys. One of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The hash brown adds some nice crisp to what would otherwise be a soft sandwich. If I did it at home I'd skip the hash brown and just crisp up the buns on a fry pan to save some calories, lol. Tocino and longaniza--Perfectly fried egg over garlic fried rice with tocino and longanisa, served with pickled green papaya and garnished with cilantro, mint, and green onion. Leveled up for sure with a higher cut of pork for the tocino, but the longanisa didn't impress at all. It was not packed with the full flavor of a good sweet, tart and spicy longanisa that I know. It was more tame and westernized which I think didn't do justice to Filipino cuisine. Albeit, I will say that I didn't have that longaniza after effect that longaniza eaters know too well-- you know what I mean! Ok, last but not least -- chicken adobo. Had to have this and so glad I did. This was my favorite dish and I'm going to bring some of what I've learned back to the home kitchen. This is sliced chicken thigh. It looks like it was marinated and then grilled, topped with a nicely balanced adobo sauce and smothered with chicken skin palapa (scallion, ginger, toasted coconut), and a side of pickled green papaya. D-freakn-licious! This was definitely leveled up adobo!!! I regretted not having reservations for their fine dining experience during my short Chicago stay. read more

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We chose Kasama, a two Michelin star restaurant to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary, and it was a truly amazing dining experience we will never forget!! Street parking can be a bit challenging, but we were fortunate to find a spot less than a block away. As an added bonus, parking was free as it was on a Sunday. The dining room was cozy with an open kitchen, offering a glimpse of the precision and passion behind every plate, under the careful watch of its chef and owner. Hospitality was impeccable!! The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel at home. The service was a performance in itself. Each course was delivered with impeccable timing, like clockwork, as the staff moved seamlessly in sync that reflected the same level of attention to detail found in every dish. The chef and owner has elevated and interpreted Filipino comfort into an art form. Each of the 13 dishes in the tasting menu beautifully and impeccably presented, and thoughtfully composed. Familiar tastes from home transformed and refined into something truly exceptional. All honoring Filipino cuisine and culture. Our dining experience ended with wonderful surprise and expression of Filipino hospitality. Each guest was given a "baon" of delicious and buttery Ube Huckleberry Basque Cakes to enjoy, along with a copy of the tasting menu as a cherished memento of the celebration. This was more than just a meal. It was a memorable culinary journey to home and the perfect way to celebrate 35 years of marriage. Thank you for this remarkable tribute to Filipino cuisine and a dining experience worthy of its Michelin stars. So proud that Chicago has another Michelin-starred restaurant, and even more proud that it is owned and operated by a Filipino chef who is showcasing our cuisine on the world stage. Bravo!! read more

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We waited outside (during the Canadian Smoke invasion) for 1 hr 25mins and have no regrets. We enjoyed the Filipino breakfast and the breakfast sandwich. We purchased some pastries to-go. The service was efficient and friendly and not rushed despite the line out the door and down the block. Take out is available and you can skip the line to get your order but we wanted to experience the in house dining this time. read more

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Kasama was a must-stop on our Chicago trip. We got there at 8:45 on a Thursday morning and were second in line, so I would recommend going during the week instead of the weekends if you're able to. The viral breakfast sandwich was delicious and worth the stop, though I think it would be even better with a pepper jam or aioli on the side. The lumpia were super tasty, and the iced black sesame latte was top tier. The pastries were great too, especially the apple hand pie. I will dream about that thing. My fiancé wasn't a fan of the truffle croissant, but I really enjoyed it. Great service, ambiance, and food overall. I totally get the hype! read more

Kasama - Longanisa, egg, and hash brown breakfast sandwich - Filipino Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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