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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.
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 ($12)-- didn't add the hash brown but that was an option! Soft bread, fluffy egg, cheese and longanisa... again so simple but sooooo good! The Longanisa in this was like a meat patty vs the sausage in the breakfast plate. Same name but different enough I promise! Didn't feel like I got a duplicate or anything like the textures are different! For pastries... forgot the price-- Salmon danish: Weekend only! Wish we got more!! It was perfectly light and savory. Doesn't have that strong fishy smell and the flavor was so good. Smoked salmon, cream cheese, fish roe... how could it not be good!! Cheesecake: SOOOOOOO GOOD!!! Again, should've ordered more!! Not all cheesecakes are created equal but THIS ONEEEEE was so so good. The crust:filling ratio was perfect. It was rich and creamy. Doesn't mix in cake/filler like some other places. Just good, pure, classic cheesecake with some good fruit on top. Cardamom bun: Texture kind of like breakfast bun/kougn amann but tastes like a light pumpkin spice, thanksgiving. Goes great with coffee I'm sure!! This flavor profile in general isn't really my thing but my friend loved it !! Banana bread: Really not the most aesthetic thing. It's almost kinda ugly in pictures ... but what it lacks it makes up for in TASTEEE. I should've gotten a cross section but there's dark chocolate and nuts and the banana flavor is there and sweetens everything so nicely. Also, you order at the counter and they'll bring it to you at the table in order of drinks then pastries then food. Not sure how it works if you want to order more tbh like if you finish eating and want more dessert. Would I wait 2 hours again? Unfortunately probably yeah. Since I'm a visitor it's not like I can go during off hours/random weekdays etc. And everything was soooo good I'd definitely come again next time I'm back!!
Really liked all the bakery goods that we got, the banana tart and the Boston cream donut. Both of which are not too sweet though very pricey. The tart was 13$ 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.
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!
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.
As someone who lived in the area pre-Michelin star days, I'm so grateful to see how much this spot has grown. From coming with barely a crowd and being able to snag a table immediately, to a line forming before open, it's exciting for the business. That being said, the experience is less pleasant than it used to be. Despite the insane crowds, the food and drinks are still superb. My favorites are the longanisa breakfast sandwich (add a hash brown, of course!) and iced ube latte. I recently tried the corn milk latte, which was great, but I'd avoid or get an added espresso shot if you don't like super sweet beverages. Highly recommend ordering ahead for takeout so you can skip the line. However, you have to order right when orders open in the morning, and you still might have to wait a few hour before pickup. read more
This bakery is viral for good reason! A friend and I placed a carryout order, which makes pickup simple and convenient. You select what time you want to pick up, which eliminates any waiting. In total, we tried four baked goods: the chocolate ganache croissant, brownie, strawberry tart, and ube and huckleberry Basque cake. The chocolate croissant was sensational, and may be the best croissant I've ever had. The layers of pastry were so light and flaky, with the perfect amount of smooth chocolatey filling. I loved that the filling was ganache, rather than a hunk of hard chocolate you sometimes find in chocolate croissants. We rated the croissant 9/10. The brownie was good, but nothing to write home about. It was on par with most other brownies I've had, and for that reason I wouldn't order it again from this particular establishment. We rated the brownie 8/10. The strawberry tart was absolutely delicious, and I'm not normally someone who enjoys tarts- I prefer a softer crust. However, the crust of this tart was very enjoyable: not too hard or crumbly. And the texture juxtaposed perfectly against the smooth chamomile cream, which was light and decadent. Those combined with the juicy, fresh strawberry slices made for a delightful combination. It was very sweet, but not overpoweringly so. We rated the strawberry tart 9.5/10. We tried the ube and huckleberry basque cake last, and it was our favorite! I've never had ube before, but the flavor of it in this cake was very mild. The huckleberry really shone through though, and we enjoyed it very much. The outer edge of the cake was sort of caramelized, and the inside was soft. Like the strawberry tart, the Basque cake was very sweet, but not the saccharine, overpowering sweetness found in some desserts. Overall, the combinations of flavors were very unique and interesting. Kasama's Michelin stars are well deserved! read more
1 month ago
Was super excited to try this place since it had Michelin stars! We ordered online right at 9am and our order wasn't ready until after 10am. When we arrived we saw the huge line but just walked past to grab our order. We ordered the Manila fog, longanisa egg and cheese sandwich, and banana bread. The sandwich is quite small, we were going to share it as we thought it would be bigger. The Manila fog was good, very strong cardamom notes. Banana bread was also delicious! It was definitely a good breakfast but the sandwich was nothing special. It was on our Chicago bucket list so I'm glad we got to try it out! read more
Holy crap. I don't know how to describe this place in just words because words themselves won't do this place justice....if you haven't gone, it is worth every single penny (and time)! We went here on a Thursday at ~11am and waited about 20 minutes to get dine-in seating. The staff members were all very welcoming, despite the amount of people they had to serve. If you are dining in, you must order all of your items in the front before being seated. Be sure to order everything you want, because the pastries might be gone by the time you want to take any to-go! The food was immaculate. The breakfast sandwich tasted like home, and the egg just melted right inside our mouths. The Ube and Coconut "Ensaymada" was another favorite. My partner and I enjoyed every single bite of it, and regretted that we did not get a second one! We weren't too much of a fan for the Black Truffle Croissant, but maybe because we aren't totally into the cheese-inside-croissant type of food. Though, it is a popular pastry, so definitely worth the try! Oh, Hot Yam! was another fan favorite (and honestly ours too) for drinks. The latte was not too sweet, and you could still taste the ube essence with hints of espresso Seating wise, there were limited booth-type of seats. We sat at the bar, but the limited seating explains why there is always a line. Very cute restaurant, and def aesthetically pleasing. We will definitely visit again, and maybe even try the tasting menu for dinner! read more
My friend recommend this place. I wanted to try while I was visiting Chicago. I was looking forward to it with all the good reviews I read. We went on a Saturday morning. We stood in line around 11am and got sat around 12:15pm. Seems like the long line is due to very small space inside, however once you order your food, it comes out quick. I ordered black sesame latte and their breakfast sandwich. My friend ordered the adobo. Both dishes were tasty and my latte was good. I would recommend coming here if you have time to wait in line. They seem to also take a lot of online orders as there were people coming and going to pick up their orders. If you're visiting, make time for at least 2 hours including wait. I'd definitely come back when I visit again. read more
The first thing you need to know is that it's a line to get in. So be prepared. There is an online order option, but that can be a wait as well, however you get to skip the line. With that out the way let's review the food. I started with a pastry (because I had been waiting for an hour plus) I was going to get this cheesecake type. I asked my waitress what she liked and she mention this pastry that's basically has a cream spread and berry spread. So I ordered it. It was pretty good 4/5. Next I had the breakfast sandwich, it was good, but it's very much hyped, and I was not amazed. 4/5 I also took the chicken Adobe and the combo sandwich to go. The combo sandwich was very much OK. The beef was OK. But not great flavor, the longanisa sausage was good. It was smothered in giardinieria again OK 3/5. The chicken Adobe with rice was really tasty imo. Had a good gravy on the the chicken and it had a smoky taste. The rice seem fried, might have liked it more moist, not that it was hard. But this was the best thing I'd give it a 4.5/5. The pastry and chicken Adobe and rice would be the only thing i would order again. read more
Inside is small. I did online ordering of Pastries which was better solution. Even me ordering at 9:05am the pick up time i got was 11:45. Also no message came through when it was ready. When I went for pick up on the time food was ready long back. I made purchase through their partner toast. Vegetarian pastry review out of 5 Ube bisque- 5 Truffle crossiant - 2 - I did notnlike the taste hard to point exact dislike Chocolate raspberry woopie- 4 read more
Absolutely yes! The line is long but the wait is worth it. I can on a weekday and the line was manageable and moved quickly. Of course I tried the breakfast sandwich and it is definitely top 5 in the city (maybe even top 3). The egg is perfect, the longanisa is so flavorful, the sandwich feels like a warm hug... no seriously. Wait in line... or order ahead and pick up. read more
I arrived on Saturday at 9:15 AM and ended up waiting in line for two hours. While waiting, I noticed many people bypassing the line entirely by ordering ahead. When I checked the website in line, they still had same-day afternoon pickup slots available (~2PM) with a great selection (including the black truffle croissants, eclairs, and muffin tops). The interior is nicely air-conditioned, and they offer outdoor seating. The inside can get quite cramped with crowds waiting for tables and orders. After my two-hour wait, I was told at the register that the black truffle croissant was sold out. However, I kept seeing fresh trays of them being brought out--presumably to fulfill online orders. It was incredibly disappointing to wait that long outside only to miss out on a signature item that was in front of my eyes. Breakfast Sandwich-- Loaded with longanisa, hash brown, eggs, and cheese. The eggs were incredibly fluffy, the longanisa was juicy and flavorful, and the hash brown was super crispy and golden brown (no white interior to be seen) I tried the ube and huckleberry basque cake, matcha pandan eclair, and foie gras danish. The basque cake was the standout pastry-- moist with crisp edges and a beautiful blend of flavors. The Kaffe Calamansi and Manila Fog featured incredibly unique profiles and disappeared in minutes. Note: If you choose to dine in, you can luckily order additional items from your table if you want to try more! read more
1 month ago
Good? Yes. Worth the wait? I don't know. Especially in this recent Chicago heat! The best dish was their breakfast rice bowl with sausage, eggs, and pork. 5/5! Breakfast sandwich was just a bit salty for me, 4/5. Pastries - chocolate cookie 3.5/5, apple pie 4/5, banana tart 3/5 (would have been 4/5 but the cream wasn't set, needed to be cold IMO). Ube iced latte - 4/5 - really pretty! The wait, 3/5. read more
I was excited to try this place, but I don't think it's worth waiting an hour for a table. The drinks were good, and the pastries were definitely the highlight of the meal. Unfortunately, the food itself was pretty average and didn't live up to the hype. Overall, it was a bit disappointing. I'd come back for coffee and pastries, but I probably wouldn't wait in a long line again. read more
Decided to skip the long wait and grab takeout instead, which was a total win! Even though I was a few minutes late for pickup, the food was still delicious. I especially loved that they don't make the drinks until you arrive--it's such a thoughtful touch that keeps the quality high. The rice plate was my favorite over the sandwich, and the drinks were a 10/10 (perfectly sweetened!). The staff were so sweet and handled the rush with total grace. If you're planning a visit, definitely get there early to beat the 1-2 hour lines. I'm already eyeing the pastries for my next visit! read more
So all the bakery items lived up to the hype! Let's start with the matcha pandan eclair. Wow, the cream was soft and had such a light texture. It was sweet, and satisfying, with the rice crispy giving it that crunch. The apple hand pie was unreal. You could tell every ingredient used was fresh and high quality. Also, it had the type of flakey nature that elevates these sorts of pies. Ube And Huckleberry Basque Cake did not disappoint. The flavor is very unique and not something you've probably ever had but it's fantastic. Sweet and deep. The blueberry muffin top performs as its namesake, offering the best parts of the muffin.....the muffin top. The sprinkles of sugar gave it a crunchy nature, and the blueberries tasted great. Now for the ehh news which is that the breakfast sandwich is definitely overrated and a little pricey. It tasted like any other breakfast sandwich I've had, and was definitely a little dry. The sausage was okay, nothing worth noting. This sandwich single-handedly stopped the experience from being 5 stars. Still, I'm glad they had a pick up ordering system. Allowed me not to waste time in line for the short duration I was visiting Chicago. If you come here for breakfast and treats, I can highly recommend doing the takeout option and ordering ahead for pickup. If you have lots of time during your visit or live there, then definitely dine in cause the place looked super cool. All in all, the bakery items were worth it 10/10 times. Maybe the other breakfast stuff is good but I didn't get a chance to try it, so hopefully it is! read more
Ordered two breakfast sandwiches along with a selection of pastries for pickup. While the sandwiches were highly talked about, they didn't quite live up to the hype for me. The pastries, however, were the standout. I tried the foie gras danish, salmon danish, and the citrus poppy poundcake with jam and crème fraîche. Each one was well-executed and balanced. The maíz con leche and iced Manila fog were also great additions, and both drinks came out quickly. Service-wise, the hostess was friendly and welcoming, which made for a smooth pickup experience. Overall, while the sandwiches fell a bit short of expectations, the pastries and beverages more than made up for it. I'd definitely return to explore more of the menu next time I'm in Chicago. read more
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4 months ago
Not one, but two Michelin stars; who wasn't triggered to try, right? Yep exactly what's in everyone's mind especially they offered more affordable coffee/bakery concept during the day time. We reached at 8.20am, 25mins before online pre-order's open, and there were already around 6 parties in front of us. Having the fear that what we wanted going out of stock, we even pre-ordered online to secure them LOL. Fortunately, they allowed us to have our orders for dining in. By the time we entered, there were probably already 30ish parties behind us. The space was gorgeous, combining classic and contemporary concept with greenery. Best option's to come with smaller party as you had more choices for seats including the counter ones. Obv we went for their favorites, starting from the Longanisa breakfast sandwich. That pork sausage was luscious, and stuffed together with cheese and super moist egg (almost like silken tofu!) making it a morning miracle! Hubby got the Filipino breakfast with garlic fried rice, longanisa, tocino (cured bbq pork), and sunny side up. Their bbq pork was splendid blend of sweet and savory flavors spoiling our palate. Certainly didn't miss the dessert as I had heard so many awesome reviews about it. Getting the popular Ube and Huckleberry basque cake, which was just equally delightful as the savory ones. So buttery, flawlessly crispy shell, and surprisingly tasty combo of sweet ube paired to refreshingly tangy huckleberry jam. Feeling curious about the specialty drink, we did get their Maiz con Leche; featuring espresso with sweet miso and corn. Tasted like latte with popcorn syrup for me, a fun creamy twist in my cup of joe. read more
1 day ago
The pastries were good, not overly sweet which I liked. The wait time is definitely long though, almost an hour. read more
We ordered 2 longganisa sandwiches--one with hash brown, the other without, the ube latte and the oatmeal pie. All were delicious, but underwhelming, given the Michelin recognition. Service was efficient. They made my coffee when I arrived so the drink was fresh and hot. Place was packed. I honestly wouldn't choose to dine in. read more
2 months ago
Did I wait two hours on a holiday weekend? Yes. Was it worth it? Unfortunately, also yes. Kasama was incredible through and through. I absolutely love breakfast sandwiches, and when I heard that Kasama had one, I had to try it. It was cooked perfectly, the egg was silky, the longanisa sausage was incredibly flavorful, and everything was wrapped up in a no-frills foil wrapper. I also added an Ube latte, which was great, along with the mango tart, which was extremely refreshing during the heatwave. Ube Latte - 5/5 Mango Tart - 5/5 Breakfast Sandwich w/ Hash brown - 5/5 Basque Cheesecake - 4/5 read more
Kasama is the first Filipino restaurant to earn a Michelin star and one of the best bakeries in the country, so I had high expectations. Came because people swear they have the best breakfast sandwich in Chicago. The longanisa sandwich with the added hashbrown was really good, just a little dry and missing some sauce for me. 8.5/10. Now the black truffle croissant... heavenlyyyy. 9/10. Crispy, flaky, loved the sugar crystals on top for that crunch. The truffle cream inside was the perfect sweet and salty combo. My only thing is it was a little too buttery for my personal taste. The black sesame latte was amazing. Perfect sweetness and the espresso was on point. 9.5/10. The Manila fog was okay. Flavor was fine but the texture threw me off. 6/10. We ordered online for pickup and checked in about 20 minutes early, fully expecting to wait, but they handed it to us within five minutes which was super nice. It was packed with a long line outside for dine in, so definitely plan ahead. Cant wait to try the tasting menu. read more
5 months ago
The hype is REAL!! This place serves amazing food!! The breakfast sandwich was delicious- the longanisa was so flavorful and the texture of the egg tasted like a steamed egg, and the bun is so soft; never tasted anything like this. The rice plate was also so good- the garlic rice was perfect. The lumpia was so crunchy and the meat stuffing was so tasty. We ordered online for pickup to avoid waiting in the long line. There are a few benches for seating around the corner of the restaurant. I would definitely return to dine in or even try their dinner menu. read more
2 months ago
BREAKFAST: 10/10 pastries and breakfast. Excellent value, delicious pastries and excellent coffee. I especially liked the blueberry muffin since it's just the muffin too without the whole muffin. FINE DINING AT NIGHT: 5/10 rating. Considering Alinea is 2 stars and similarly priced, I felt like a few things were lacking. The first issue? I left very hungry. The whole meal lacks any actual meat except two pieces of bird, which are small. The other dishes were primarily seafood or vegetables. I left at 70% capacity of fullness. Regarding the actual food, the quality was solid and the ingredients were excellent. The caviar was delicious, although the design of the small bowl and big bowl made it very annoying if any of your caviar came out you'd have to lift the small bowl out to scrape it. The next seafood platter had fresh shrimp and the toast was excellent with the sour cream. Tasted like a potato chip! The spring roll was unique and required you to roll it up. It's small but packs a good punch. The cabbage with Wagyu barely had any meat, so it was just a bite. The soup was very delicious and hot in temperature. The mackerel is small but fresh. Very good soup. The pancake dish was very unique and enjoyable with the pork. My favorite was the crumb dish with mushrooms. The crumbs were delicious. There were a few small oysters in it. If there were a few chicken bites it would have been perfect. The ending bird dish was tiny. I expected the whole bird to be cooked and many more pieces, but it included two bites and one leg with mushrooms. I thought one or two additional protein dishes were needed. I was at 60% full at that point and it went straight to desserts. The croissant with truffle was delicious with honey. Could have eaten 6 of those. The banana pudding really felt like delicious street food. The frozen shaved ice was delicious with the chocolate underneath. The white chocolate dessert and cracker were light with guava. It felt like the meal heavily overindexed on dessert and not actual entrees. Overall, for 1 star and $200 range I would have given this 9.5/10. But for 2 stars and $325, with a comparison with Alinea and other 2 star restaurants I've been to, this fell short. Increase the food portions and decease the dessert volume. The staff are highly attentive and well trained. Dinner took 2.5 hours. read more
17 days ago
This is definitely a place that is absolutely worth the long line! Kasama has some of the best food I've had ever. The breakfast sandwich you just can't miss and same with the ube latte! For how busy they are the staff are incredibly accommodating as well. The adobo is another one of my favorite here but it's really hard to go wrong! Here's a tip: order online as soon as they open at 8:45 and sit outside as it's a perfect way to not have to wait!! read more
6 months ago
We kept getting recommendations to try this Michelin Filipino spot, so of course we had to. The line was literally out the door and kind of crazy, so we decided to just order pickup instead. From what I could see, the ambience is a cozy little diner vibe. I can't really speak on service since we didn't dine in. We ordered the breakfast sandwich, adobo, meatloaf kare kare, ube & huckleberry basque cake, and the truffle croissant. My ranking: 1. Breakfast sandwich (SO good, easily my favorite) 2. Meatloaf kare kare 3. Adobo 4. Truffle croissant 5. Ube cake The breakfast sandwich was the standout for me. So flavorful and satisfying. The meatloaf kare kare was also really good and comforting. Just a heads up the food is definitely on the richer side, especially for breakfast. Not somewhere I'd personally go every day. The truffle croissant was a bit heavy with the cream and had a very strong flavor. I wish they toned down the cream slightly to balance it better. For all the hype, I do think it's maybe a little overhyped lol but still good and worth trying at least once, especially if you're curious about elevated Filipino flavors. read more
6 months ago
We had preordered our meal for pickup, so we went around the time given and didn't have to wait. We ordered the Oh, Hot Yam! iced latte, their famous breakfast sandwich with hash brown, and from the pastry section we got the black truffle croissant, the famous ube Basque cake, and the matcha pandan eclair. The drink and the pastries really stood out to me. The breakfast sandwich was very good, but I don't quite get the hype. Overall, it was a great experience! read more
I have never waited an hour at any basketball my life but once I got in line I didn't want to leave without seeing what it was about. So they let one person at a time into make their selection and leave big rookie mistake I could have ordered online and avoided the lines was informed later . Picked up egg cheese sandwich, truffle croissant, hash brown , blueberry muffin top and matcha . All were excellent. It's simple decor inside and they have outdoor seating as well . Will certainly come back with the family. read more
everyone here is so friendly! it's pretty small for the dining area so would recommend ordering to go if you just want to try them. me and my bf got the longanisa breakfast sandwich with hashbrown he loved it and gave it a 10/10 i loved it too i just wish it had a sauce but overall without any sauce it was very flavorful. i appreciated the longanisa wasn't greasy at all like when i usually have longanisa. we also tried the black truffle croissant, the matcha pandan eclair, and the ube & huckleberry basque cake. omg the truffle croissant was one of the best things i ever tried. the complexity of the flavors was amazing. loved the crunch for the sugar on top paired with the savory flavor of truffle. easily the best pastry we both had. the basque cake was really moist and tasted like a blueberry muffin. i am not too big on eclairs but i think it was such a unique dessert with the rice crispy inside i was a big fan of this. i'm not too big on frosting though so there was a good amount of the matcha buttercream on top which is good because they don't skimp you on it but i just prefer less although it wasn't overly sweet and it was really light and easy to have. lastly i got the calamansi lemonade and my bf got hojicha. we both enjoyed our drinks i would have got coffee as well but were visiting chicago and wanted to try a different coffee shop. i loved how refreshing my lemonade was. overall an amazing experience and we both agreed we would wait in the line over and over again :) read more
Finally made it to Kasama breakfast after talking about it for sooooooo long, and it was fabulous. We ordered online around 9:30 on a Saturday and the pickup time was 11:45 (so plan ahead!). Nevertheless, the system here is on point and a well-oiled machine. Our food was ready right on time, and they made our coffees upon arrival so the ice didn't melt! And all the people working there were SO kind and friendly, which was a pleasant surprise for the constant stream of people and constant busyness they deal with. When we arrived at 8:45 there seemed to be a lot of pastries in the case still, and everything was beautiful! Space is definitely tight inside which makes sense why the line is so long for in-person. The breakfast sandwich was delicious as expected. Definitely get the hash brown added. The longonisa was flavorful and the hash brown stayed crispy. The eggs were cooked well with the cheese melted. And I think there was a sauce which was light and not overpowering!! I also ordered the banana tart pastry which was STUNNING and so good and fresh. Tasted like banana bread batter. Definitely want to try more pastries! The Ube latte was good but pretty sweet. Would order half sweet next time. Overall Kasama is an intimidating experience, but as long as you are prepared to wait it is worth it! read more
Finally went. Finally got the breaky sando. Yeah. It's that good. One hundred percent lived up to the hype, which is an impressive feat at this point. But also, the coffee was great, the vibe was cool, and the service was outstanding. Want to take my beautiful wife there for dinner and cocktails. read more
We tried some of the pastries here. Overall they were decent. The ube pastry was the best hands down. The cinnamon bun was okay but not exceptional like we were expecting. The truffle croissant was good but a bit overwhelming with the crumble topping and filling. read more
Finally got the chance to try Kasama for breakfast! I'd recommend ordering online for takeout right at 8:45AM, on a Saturday the pickup time was 9:30AM. When we arrived there was a huge line, so I wouldn't recommend trying to dine in unless you wanna wait for hours. Matcha latte (3/5): just ok, could use more matcha powder. Filipino Breakfast (4/5): upgraded to both meats which I'd recommend, solid platter but a little pricey. Hashbrown Sandwich (3/5): average, wish they included some kind of sauce like a chipotle aioli. Would skip this and get the Filipino breakfast instead. Apple Pastry (4/5): flakey and delicious. Ube basque cake (4/5): didn't really taste the Ube but it was still good. Overall solid spot for breakfast, I would come back for their Filipino breakfast and to try more of their pastries. read more
6 months ago
There's a reason why there's a long line to get in. Cannot recommend this place enough. It is worth the hype! The pastries and food are so good. The lumpia was hot and fresh. The bistek and eggs was a great portion feeding the three of us. lol we had to put in work to finish it. The Ube latte was wonderful and I ordered a second. Not too sweet for my coffee lovers. A nice breakfast place inside. Try to get there early! read more
After waiting for about 35 minutes on a Friday morning, I finally was able to enter the building and order the items I wanted. I arrived at roughly 9:45am and tolerated the wind for a while. Overall the experience was worth it, and I could see why Chicago citizens were willing to stand in line for hours for the food. Highlights for the brunch were for sure the pastries, and even if I ordered just one, which was the most popular ube and huckleberry basque cake, I could already tell how much their pastries in general are able to win the hearts of many. My cake had a very good textural balance of crisp and softness, and wasn't too sweet. I would love to come back and try their other pastries as well. I also want to give a shoutout to their ube latte drink, which was also not too sweet and had very good flavor. In terms of real food, the chicken adobo and kare-kare were my favorites. All the dishes had amazing garlic rice. The chicken adobo had amazing flavor for the chicken thighs and there was a little bit of coconut flavor infused as well. The peanut sauce and the shrimp paste chili crisp gave the kare-kare base a very good flavor profile, which went very well with the garlic rice. The longanisa sausage in the Filipino breakfast tasted really good, and with a fried egg included, one really can't go wrong with the Filipino breakfast. I wasn't too used to the taste of the combo sandwich, and the shaved pork adobo didn't have the flavor that I would normally expect coming out of pork adobo. While I understand that the dinner service here has been the biggest highlight, I probably will not try it simply because the price is way too beyond my budget. But I will safely say that for brunch places, this establishment is a top tier spot that one should at least make an effort in visiting, even if it's just takeout for pickup, which would allow one to skip the line. read more
6 months ago
I'm going to get stoned for saying this but I didn't think Kasama was all that. $80 for a breakfast sandwich, a drink, and four pastries later, I'm not impressed. Both the longanisa sandwich and mushroom adobo were overly salty, and they charged $5 for a side of plain rice. Stick to the pastries. The apple hand pie is worth 6/5 stars. The ham and cheese pastry was also delicious but at 3 bites for $10.50 before tax, I wouldn't get it again. The ube pastry didn't taste like ube as it had overpowering citrus flavors, and the pecan sticky bun was nothing to write home about. Manila Fog was all coconut milk and some flavoring over a large cup of ice. Friendly service though. And I would go back just for the apple hand pie. Get like 3-4 of those per person. read more
Food: amazing quality and freshness, very flavorful but not heavy that leaves you chugging water afterwards. The pastries are a must. I couldn't try the famous truffle croissant but next time! Service: very fast and kind people. Ambience: has a bar area for solo seating, more for groups to socialize. Not a sit down spot to study. I would not recommend as a date spot during brunch hours as it can get crowded/loud and there's a lot of movement all the time. read more
The longanisa breakfast sandwich with the added hash brown will forever leave a mark in my life and heart. Here's how to get it: Go to their online ordering portal when it opens in the morning and you will get an estimated time for pick up (usually two hours later). Once you arrive, you'll most likely encounter a long line outside. You will be able to bypass that, walk in and provide your information to pick up your order. If it's nice outside and you can't wait to get home to enjoy your goods, there is a small side patio with benches where you can sit and have your life changed by Kasama. read more
Came here for the breakfast sandwiches. Probably 10 people in line when we got there 30 minutes before opening on a Thursday morning. Parking wasn't hard to find, but definitely a well-known spot after The Bear popularized it. They let people in one at a time if you're dining in since the restaurant space is sort of tight. Kind of an L if it's hot because there's no shade anywhere. Once you're in, the ordering process is straightforward. You pick out pastries you want and order your breakfast sandwich. Obviously get it with the longanisa and the hash brown. Get a pastry or two as well. It's a bit nerve-racking because you can't just get back in line to order another pastry though, so make sure you order what you want. Need to come back for the Michelin star dinner soon! read more
4 months ago
We placed an order online and it was the best decision ever. There was a 2 hour line already at 9 am. We were able to walk right in and get our order and it was warm and the drink was made fresh when we checked in. The latte was really good. The sandwich was amazing but it could use a little bit more sauce. Will definitely dine in next time. read more
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If I place an order but pick up times says 5pm, would they open the door after 3pm for online pick up orders?
I don't think so tbh
Did they change their online options? I don't see the breakfast sandwich as a option for ordering online anymore?
The sandwiches are listed on the online ordering on my end. Make sure you're on the "Food" tab. If the sandwiches are sold out, which is common, they will be marked as "Out of Stock". Hope this helps!
I've seen a couple of recent reviews saying they came by on a Tuesday but the website says they're not open that day. Can someone clarify?We are passing through Chicago Mon-Tuesday the end mo & was looking forward to picking some goodies up.
I'm assuming you're referring to their bakery/daytime service and not their reservation only dinner. Unless anything has changed, I don't believe they are open at all on mon/tues
Wondering what type of meat is in longganisa? Thanks
Most Filipino longganisa are made with pork, but a variety of it can also be made by chicken & beef
I plan to visit Kasama on Dec 5 Wednesday before I head out to the airport! what time should I be there with my luggage and all? lol…
I recommend you preorder your food online for pickup just in case there's a line for dining in. And there probably will be, especially depending on when your flight is. There's always an opportunity to add food to your order when picking up too
If you had to choose between breakfast or dinner, which would you choose? I know scoring dinner resos are a feat in itself, and ofc both are diff experiences. But visiting CHI and trying to figure out which one to do if we can get resos.
If you are able to get a reservation for dinner, do it! We chose the breakfast route. it was definitely worth it! Very delicious! Depending on the day the line is usually pretty long even 1 hour before opening!
Is this kid friendly? Do they have high chairs?
Is there a dress code at Kasama?
Nope! I went there right after bouldering with a friend and we were still in our climbing clothes. Everyone else was also in a wide assortment of clothing
What's the recommended time to go on a weekend morning to get ahead of the line? I don't mind waiting, just wanna be in and eating right at 9!
If you want to be in and eating right when they open on a weekend, you should be there by 8am the LATEST. When I went at 7:00am on the dot I was the first in line, so probs 7-7:30am if you really wanna be first in line. 8:30am is too late in my…
For the coffee drinks (lattes), do they have non-dairy milk? Almond or coconut milk?
Yes!
Can you put the cheesecake and tart in the fridge to save for later or would it not taste as good and get soggy?
I actually left it on the counter and it was still good the next day for the tart.
Are kids allowed? My husband and I want to try this restaurant badly and plan to visit Chicago for this however childcare is an issue since we have a 6 year old
Kids are allowed yes
Is there a dinner option where you can just order a La carte from the menu instead of participating in the 13 course tasting menu?
Nope
How long can you expect to be seated for the 13 course tasting menu?
Not sure if you mean how long it takes to be seated at your table or how long you're going to be spending there but I will answer both! I was seated immediately upon arrival and I think we spent roughly 2.5 hours there :)
Are any of their dishes or pastries vegan?
Hey! Justin. Sorry none of their dishes are vegan/vegetarian Pastries honest not 100% sure if they have vegan options.…
Is there an outdoor sitting available?
There was designated outdoor seating for Kasama (more than 2 tables) when I went beginning of June 2022
They accept solo diners for dinner and how far can reservations be made?
Reservations are made through an online system, Resy. Just have the notify on for the date that you want and you just wait. Luckily, I was able to get one but setup my Notify on a month in advance. As you as you get that notification, grab it right…
What is the price of the 13 course fine dining experience?
We went for a tasting for 2, got 3 drinks and a coffee and our total was $531 without tip.
Can they accommodate gluten free diet?
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