The food and ambiance were excellent, and I'd happily return for the cooking alone. The only thing that detracted from our experience was the arrival process. As walk-in guests, we waited several minutes before being offered bar seating, despite the bar appearing to have open seats from the start. Once seated, service felt a bit distant, and with a mandatory 22% service charge already included, I naturally expected a more attentive level of hospitality. Having worked in restaurants myself, I understand how busy things can be. The meal itself was wonderful, but I hope the FOH experience becomes as polished as the kitchen. If bar seating is available for walk-ins, I think offering it earlier would make for a much smoother first impression. We walked in, explained that we were a walk-in party of two, waited while availability was checked twice, were told there wasn't a table available, and that next table wouldn't be available until 8:30 p.m. only afterward were offered seats at an open bar. Had the bar been presented as an option from the beginning, our arrival would have felt much more welcoming. read more

Yelp reviews led us to Musang and it didn't disappoint. Our server was excellent. We're still fairly new to Filipino cuisine and she did an excellent job talking us through the menu and the various options. We started with three appetizers, the lumpiang, kinilaw, and canton noodles. The kinilaw was incredible, bright and fresh with an appropriate bit of kick from the pickled fresnos, Highly recommended (but not my photo, it didn't turn out). For entrees we had the adobo ribs and the beef kare kare. Both dishes were good, but the ribs stole the show. Fall-off- the-bone moist with an incredible tangy yet sweet tomato glaze. Treat yourself to these ribs! The restaurant is small and casual, for us an ideal setting for a wonderful meal. read more

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Been wanting to try this spot ever since I moved to Seattle. Best decision I've made. Made a reservation for 9pm on a Saturday night and was sat right away. (Showed up alittle late too). Service was excellent, every staff member was super hospitable, helpful with the menu, provided great recommendations and contributed to a very welcoming & homey feel to my dinner experience. The food was high-quality and bursting with the classic Filipino flavors with a modernized twist. The Lumpia were solid, very crispy, filling was what I was expecting, nothing crazy, but the dipping sauce was the star, tangy, salty, little sweet, but the kicker was the dry chilis, great kick! The Mushroom SISIG was BOMB! Bursting with the Umami flavors, strong soy sauce flavor and went crazy with the aromatic garlic rice, topped off with a perfectly poached egg for that extra richness/creaminess. The Fried Chicken Joy was a classic; crispy, light, crunchy batter with chicken thighs fried to perfection. The gravy was light but flavorful, paired with rice is hard to beat. The Kare-Kare was a heavy hitter, the beef was so tender, literally could eat it with no teeth. The peanut sauce was super rich, not over powering with peanut flavor, but packs a punch, I'm allergic to peanuts but that dish might've cured me. The veggies in it were cooked and roasted nicely, pairs nicely with the beef. They gave me a butternut squash purée/sauce as a substitute and that sauce was silky smooth, rich, and fatty. Paired amazing with the tender beef. The Adobo ribs were solid. Very tender, nice bite to it, the smokiness really shines through, and it's topped with a Adobo sauce that was sticky, sweet, salty, & umami. Can't go wrong there. Overall, I would be back in a heartbeat. Quality ingredients, strong flavor profiles and classic combinations with a modernized twist. Drinks were nice as well. read more

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We had a reservation on Saturday at 11:30 in the morning on July 11th and received a confirmation to confirm the reservation. I was really excited to finally try this restaurant for the first time. Unfortunately, when we arrived, no one answered the door. I called twice and left two voicemails, but never received a response or a call back. I completely understand that things happen, but having a confirmed reservation and showing up to a closed restaurant with no communication was really disappointing. Sadly, I won't be returning.. read more

Great experience. Incredible food. Good service. The portions were great. After I paid the bill, the price didn't feel that bad. It's just frustrating to know that when ordering from the menu with what look like already pretty steep prices, you need to mentally add another 1/3 on top between the 22% service charge and the 10.6% sales tax. Such is Seattle life. The beef cheek kare kare was a totally unique dish I've never had anything like before. Some of the most tender beef I've ever had. The ube soda was tasty, but not really a unique flavor. Everything else was delicious. The mushroom sisig was our favorite small plate. read more

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This restaurant is nice for a special dinner. The place was pretty busy throughout the whole meal. We had reservations, which seems necessary to get a spot here. Food was served fresh and water was always filled up. Since it's in a small space, it can get pretty loud with everyone talking and silverware being sorted in the back. The food seems high quality and got to try food I haven't had before. read more

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We made a reservation the same day for a weekday dinner and we got there it was almost full. The staff know what they were doing and food were really good. I really liked the fried chicken dish and the kari Kari. The breading of the chicken was super crunchy and the kiki gravy was a nice add to the dish but mind you it was a very filling dish. The Kari Kari was very tender and a bit hard on the edges that almost resembled the texture of beef jerky. The shrimp paste and peanut sauce combination was also delicious and umami. We also ordered the pork belly arugula salad and liked it. Since we ordered so much meat we wanted a dish that balanced out, hence we got the fish that was cooked well and sauce was tangy and refreshing. The fish dish was the least impressive though. The ambiance was perfect for a date! Nothing too formal yet it was intimate and fun. Musang you're great! read more

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For brunch, Food is great! Props to the chef! My only thing is that the bangus fish is not boneless. Lots of bones to weed through. Also, I wish they had more no-sugar coffee/drink options. The only coffee option was kopiko coffee which is too sweet for my personal tastes Now for the service, the servers barely paid attention to our table of 2. Not once did they ask if we wanted more food. My partner wanted another cup of kopiko coffee but all they did was take the dirty dishes away. We even held onto a Menu thinking that we would order more! In my opinion, that 22% service fee should only go to the chef and kitchen team. To be honest the service almost ruined the food experience for us. read more

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5 stars Absolutely loved our meal at Musang! We ordered the bibingka, pancit molo, Musang fried chicken, and garlic rice, and everything was delicious, but the fried chicken is a must-try (it's perfectly cooked & I loved the gravy), and the garlic rice went perfectly with the chicken. The space is also super charming: both the exterior and interior are really cute, and we loved the open kitchen where you can see the chefs in action. It adds such a nice touch to the whole experience. Staff were very friendly and welcoming, which made the visit even better. This is such a great spot for date nights or celebrations, i'd definitely come back again! read more

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Service was greatly. Portions were right and able to be shared when doing the shared plate for brunch. The taste was perfect, I have no complaints. Enjoyed our visit at Musang. Would return if I lived in the area. read more

Musang Seattle - Brunch plate - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We made it to Musang for a Saturday lunch after trudging around Judkins Park for the Crosslake Connection opening. I was a bit worried about going without a reservation, but when we arrived a bit past noon, the place was only around half full. Seems like it's way more popular for dinner! Fried chickenJOY + Gravy + Waffle ($31) - The chicken is heavily breaded and crisped up nicely in fryer, giving a very robust crunch. It's completely dark meat chicken and cut into pieces for easy eating. I especially love how they have pieces of fatty breaded skin floating around. I actually like the skin more than the meat given that the interior is on the dry end of things. It's surprising given the more forgiving nature of thigh and Musang's reputation. The waffle is quite unique. It has kind of a gritty interior but the texture is otherwise interesting due to the mochi-like rice flour chew. While it has the Ideal crisp exterior, the interior is dense and dry. It really needs moisture to liven things up. The moisture comes in two forms. Firstly, fragrant sweet and citrusy syrup. It's not so much of a liquid as a thickened honey. Fantastic flavor, but the small drizzle isn't enough for the mass of waffle! Secondly there's a side bowl of typical brown gravy. It's unfortunately served at room temperature, which gives it time to become lumpy and congealed. Meh. (4/5) Short Rib Beef Tapa Silog ($24.50) - Served on a trimmed circular banana leaf, this dish comes with a variety of different things. The star of the show is supposed to be the short rib. They include two large slices, which are very fatty and tender and give off an exceptional smokiness. The taste is very similar to Korean galbi with a sweet soy umami. It's far too salty though. I had to have my glass of water refilled four times after eating about 3/4 of a piece. All 3 of my dining companions tried the short rib and agreed it was way too salty. My wife and I ended up not finishing this dish because we were so bloated with how much water we had to drink. This level of saltiness is okay if there's enough other stuff, preferably more bland, on the plate to counteract the saltiness. In this case, there's only a small scoop of peppery and garlicky rice. It has very distinct grains and fantastic mouthfeel. Unfortunately that small scoop isn't nearly enough for the dish as a whole. There should be way more rice, like at least 3x or 4x for the amount of meat. There are some atchara pickles, which I originally thought were thinly sliced daikon pickled mixed with carrot. It's well pickled and tastes totally different from pickled daikon given the mellow fruity note. There's also some vinegar dip. Combined with the pickles, it's enough acid to cut through the fattiness of the short rib, but both are relatively salty, which boosts the sodium levels through the roof. (4/5) I was expecting to be blown away by the food at Musang given all the accolades and high ratings. The flavors are there, but I came out a little underwhelmed due to some of the major technical flaws in the food. Unfortunately the quality for price ratio just isn't there. Perhaps dinner service is higher quality? Bathrooms - Single unisex room Note: Musang charges a 22% service charge. This is noted on the menu read more

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Musang is one of the top Filipino restaurants in Seattle known for their authentic yet inventive takes on Filipino cuisine. To get here, there is street parking all around the area. Reservations are highly recommended, so plan accordingly. Wifey and I stopped by with some friends with a reservation for dinner. Inside, they have a cool and dimly lit vibe. For their menu, they have a nice selection of appetizers and entrees to choose from. Our group ended up getting a spread consisting of the Grilled Bibingka, Kilawin, Lumpiang Shanghai, Pancit Adobong Kabute, Kare Kare, and the Musang Fried Chickenjoy. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience here and everything we had was delicious. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming here. This spot is definitely a top choice for a nice meal with comforting yet elevated Filipino flavors! read more

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10/10 would recommend. Musang is a tasty lil gem in Seattle. I sat at the bar and felt very taken care of in terms of speed, recommendations, and giving me space to enjoy my meal. Ended up getting the pork and a side of garlic rice and would order again. The spice on the space was soooo good. I've also never had bibingka (if mochi and corn bread had a baby) and the texture was insane - note that this is in both the appetizer and dessert menu and is very versatile. One thing I'd call out is that there isn't a veg with the main and would be an additional thing you'd need to order. I was full with just these dishes and had some to take home...so it's doable as a solo diner, but best for small group to try all the things! read more

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Took my sister here for her birthday and really wanted to love this place. The interior is super cute and the open kitchen is a great touch. The staff was incredibly friendly and the service was good too. I enjoyed everything about this place except the food. Unfortunately, the food fell short. We ordered several dishes to share. The chicken joy was heavy and overly salty. I've honestly had better fried chicken at Jollibee. The beef kare kare was cooked well but the sauce and veggies did not pair well and lacked balance. In my opinion, it was not a cohesive dish. The eggplant was decent, but overall the food lacked brightness and acidity, leaving everything feeling unbalanced and heavy. For a $200 bill, I expected a lot more. Hopefully they can dial in the kitchen, because everything else about this place is lovely. read more

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Really homey vibes since it's located in a restaurant that might've been a home at one point. Great ambience and open bar/kitchen view. The hamachi and the mushroom sisig were among the best things we ordered, but there weren't any misses with any of the things we ordered. Service was also really quick and friendly. Highly recommend Musang for upscale Filipino food. read more

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Came for Saturday brunch and had a solid experience. It's actually better than the dinner we had here a few years ago. The ube French toast was good; we loved the berry compote on top, though I wish the ube flavor came through stronger. We also got the lumpia and the BBQ chicken + garlic rice plate, both well executed. One thing I'd love to see: halo halo on the brunch menu. Feels like a natural fit. Food is on the pricier side since there's an automatic 22% gratuity, so be prepared for that. Service was not didn't really spectacular. Parking around Beacon Hill can be a hassle too -- give yourself a few extra minutes. But the food is legit Filipino cooking and worth the trip. Would recommend making a reservation. Overall 4 to 4.5 stars - good food, pricier side for brunch. read more

Musang Seattle - Ube French toast - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The ambience and service were truly out of this world. Good Service is hard to find sometimes these days and the warmth and welcome that their staff showed was incredible. From the moment we walked in, everything felt warm, attentive, and I loved the south Seattle cultural vibe. The restaurant is inside of a house, which reminded me of Portland. So fun and memorable. The food was almost hard to describe because it was THAT good. One of those meals where you pause after a bite and just look at each other. We started with lumpia that were perfectly crisp and addictive. Then came an unforgettable noodle dish that honestly stole the show. At one point they brought out a whole fish that was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious. The oysters were incredibly fresh, and the lychee cocktail was bright, refreshing, and the perfect pairing. Every single thing we had was incredible. One of those rare meals where you wish you could start all over again just to taste it for the first time. read more

Musang Seattle - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We came around 6:30 PM on a Saturday without a reservation since the 6:30 PM time slot was no longer available when we checked online earlier in the week. Luckily, we were able to get seated at the bar right away. The hostess, bartender, and servers were all very friendly and attentive. The food was all prepared nicely with fresh ingredients. The fried chicken was impressively delicious! We also appreciated all the vegan options and mocktails. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, and the atmosphere was lively and full of people. I heard this place also changes its menu based on the different seasons. I'd love to come back at another time to check out different menu items. This place is definitely more on the expensive side though, especially since they automatically added a 22% service charge and still prompted us to add additional tips. It wasn't too difficult to find street parking nearby. read more

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My familiarity with Filipino food is limited to chicken adobo and lumpia, so was excited when my husband booked a table at Musang. And the food here has something extra. The pancit molo dumplings were fantastic, followed by the savory fried chicken with gravy and garlic rice. Also had the. lumpiang hubad, a slaw with coconut dressing, a perfect pairing with the chicken. Finished with the banana pudding, rich and sweet and creamy. Cool setting in a converted house, and worth the short trek to North Beacon Hill. read more

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A cute, cozy place with tiny tea lights on the tables. Reservations are recommended as the place is small and it is popular. They have steps up to the restaurant, but a lift is provided for those are mobility challenged. We were greeted immediately as soon as we walked in and because we had reservations, our table was immediately available. The menu is elevated Filipino food that lived up to its name. Small portions which means we got to enjoy each bite. No greasy taste, nothing over done. Just delicious, dishes served with pried. I didn't like that they charge for sauces. Filipino dishes are often eaten with different sauces. The dessert we had was the turon pudding. That was heavenly! An inside out turon that was a party in my mouth! As I was writing this review, we were served with a sample of their chocolate mousse. And holy moly that was good! All the flavors made my taste buds dance. Salty, bitter and sweet. Plus a nice crisp crunch on top. Highly recommend! read more

Musang Seattle - Turon pudding. - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The pinakbet was so delicious and stayed crunchy for the duration of the meal. I was skeptical of bitter melon but it being pickled lessened the bitterness and the flavors balanced well with the heavier salty and fried flavors of the rest of the dish. Mushroom sisig was good, it was quite heavy on the citrus flavor however. It was very savory and needed more rice ratio than the provided portions of rice we got. Overall delicious and it had a very nice balance of strong flavors. read more

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Came back here as my gf's family have not visited before and wanted to try. Once we were seated at the patio, it started raining heavier for a moment. Let's just say everyone seated outside (including other tables) were not amused as the raindrops on the metal roof was extremely loud without any insulation inside. Even if someone next to you were shouting, you can't hear them. Luckily after some 20minutes the rain stopped. Ordered a few dishes, tasted decent but nothing extraordinary. Portions were extremely small for the price, maybe A for the creativity for fusion but nothing stood out. Bill comes out to close to $500 for about 9 dishes (some dishes were ordered 2x) for a party of 7. We left still hungry. read more

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Made a reservation online for two people and was seated promptly upon arriving Sunday evening. Inside was a welcoming, cozy/intimate vibe that fit a surprising amount of people, but didn't feel too crowded or too loud. Our server was great, constantly checking back in on us and offered good recommendations for food and beverage! Everything we tasted was well flavored and unique! Good portions for 2 people to split family style. We got 1 starter, 2 entrees, 2 desserts (one was gifted for my friends birthday) and 2 cocktails which was plenty for us! We left full and happy! We had: Ginataang Gulay 10/10 Pancit Malabon 8/10 Inaloban Na Isda 9/10 Ma-Nilla Cheesecake 7/10 Chocolate Bibingka 6/10 (I wasn't a huge fan of the mochi texture personally) Love supporting AAPI businesses, and Musang impressed me with their attention to great service and flavor! read more

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This is pretty far away from where I live, so I had figured this would be a one-time experience, but the food and service was so amazing, that I'll definitely be back! Upscale menu and everything we tried was over the top delicious! The star of the meal was the Ukoy, in my opinion, which was like a tempura nest of vegetables only better! The downside is that it's difficult to park, street parking only. Located near a light rail station, however, so if you're able to take that, it would help. read more

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Musang delivers on every vector with the only exception being value if you're a big eater. The service here was fantastic. Dinner is recommended to be shared and done family style which is always rough for those with gluten issues. They have a celiac safe menu which is fantastic and covers a good 70% of their offerings. It helped inform our choices and modify as needed so I could eat with no worries. Our server had great recommendations and helped us navigate everything with ease. Each dish brought a different flavor to the table. The fish was light and refreshing and was a great balance to the short ribs which were more rich in flavor. My favorite was the mushrooms and the chicken which had a fantastic tangy flavor. My husband wasn't a huge fan of the bread and found it dry and that was the only miss among all the plates. My only issue is the cost. The dishes are on the pricey side but there is a non optional 22% service fee on top of that. This is a place where you can easily spend 100$ per person and leave hungry. read more

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The food at Musang and yummy and tasty, but at the price point I expected more. Don't come if you want really really authentic Filipino food, but it's good if you're looking for a fusion touch or just elevated Filipino food. I got the short rib kare kare which I thought could be a bit more tender, mushroom sisig which could have used a bit more flavor, pinaket (tempura type dish) which I enjoyed, kinilaw (hamachi) which had quite a kick to it and the Pandesal (bread) that was tasty but small for $9. I made a reservation for Musang on Monday night, it was packed but if you walked in you would've still gotten a spot. Overall, come if you want a nice sit down place. But not the best place for authentic Filipino food and it is on the pricier end. read more

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I've been wanting to come to this place for awhile, but honestly it was a bit of a letdown. Generally, the food was just ok and overpriced for what it is. Service was friendly and fast, although they charge you 22% service fee. We ordered lumpiang shanghai, short rib kare kare, and mushroom sisig. Everything was just alright - surprisingly, things lacked flavors. The beef was probably the best one, but I was hoping for more flavor. I've previously had sisig elsewhere, and I thought the flavor here is toned down a lot. It was a decent experience. Wanted to love this place, but the prices are a bit too high and the taste doesn't justify the price. read more

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Finally got around to visiting Musang! Have heard things for a long time and lives up to the hype of tasty with a nice ambiance. No dress code though OpenTable did recommend business casual. I definitely saw shorts around, so it's very laid back. Pinipig + Hipon - three pieces of tasty shrimp fried well with a delicate crunch. Little pricey for what it is, especially given three pieces. Tasty but would skip in the future for something more shareable. Mushroom Sisig - lovely appetizer that pairs so well with a rice option. Flavorful with so different mushrooms and all the juices together leave a savory sauce (which is why rice is so good here). Garlic Rice - typical garlic rice but with a floral after taste! Paired well with the mushroom sisig and also recommended for the short rib, but we had enough carbs so didn't pursue that. Definitely a compatible match for half the menu. Pancit Malabon - al dente noodles with great taste! The fried bits add a nice texture contrast but are a bit small to be a solid protein base. Definitely pair with another entree (split this with another) or as a substitution for rice (make this the carb). Kare Kare - star of the show. Pricey but with good reason. Two thick pieces of tender short rib floating in a peanut sauce. I'd definitely order again and maybe snag some garlic for this in a future visit. read more

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I get it. The host was welcoming and the service was patient and enthusiastic. Feels casual but you wouldn't want to just roll up in ripped shorts and flip flops. Everything we ate was delicious. Always a combination of flavors, nothing was one note. Small portions and it's pricey, but I get it. I can see why this is a "spot." Hoped to try the lumping, hamachi and pancit but my companion has shellfish allergies. Next time, I hope! read more

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This place has been on my to try list for so long, so excited to finally try it! Came in on a rainy weekend evening for dinner. My maps for some reason led me to the back of the restaurant lol which is confusing but it's also where all the parking is. The place is super intimate and feels like someone's house turned into restaurant. We were greeted and sat immediately even though we were super early for our reservation. For food, we ordered the short rib kare kare, garlic rice, the pancit, and the lumpia to share. Everything was super yummy Lumpia came out first, super hot and fresh out the fryer, crunchy, flavorful filling, and delicious dipping sauce. Short rib kare kare and garlic rice were next and the meat was so tender. I loved the little hash of eggplant, okra, etc that came with it as well. Eating it all together with the garlic rice was actually so good. Pancit was next, and this way first time having it made with a thicker noodle, and I really enjoyed it. The texture of the noodles was a perfect amount of chewy and the flavor was refreshingly tart and umami. I also tried the sukang shrub which at first sounded strange w the vinegar, but it was so refreshing. I loved it For dessert, we had the chocolate bibingka which was warm and fluffy and mochi-y and so satisfying. But that point I was already way beyond full but everything was so good that I had to finish it haha Overall, a really great experience. Definitely on the pricey side, but the food and drink and dessert were spectacular. Service was also quick and attentive. I'll be back!! read more

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This restaurant will always be on my list of recommended spots for filipino dinner. Musang takes classic filipino dishes and adds bold fusion flavors. The element of filipino comfort food is still present and elevated. My husband and I have been here multiple times, however this last visit was special. We were able to share the experience with other friends who have not been to Musang. Musang is the perfect spot for salo-salo (family-style) dining. The dishes are meant to be shared. Their menus do change based on the season and they also have a decent beverage list. Here are the food items we shared: APPETIZERS *Pandesal - National bread of the Philippines. I grew up eating this bread for breakfast and even lunch. This was topped with sarap sprinkle and served with adobo butter. Fluffy, flavorful, and gone in seconds. I recommend getting 2 orders of this bread. *Lumpiang Shanghai - Eggrolls made with pork and shrimp and served with a spiced dipping sauce. These were fresh out of the fryer and is a staple in any filipino gathering. Delicous, crispy, and addicting. MAIN ENTREES *Mushroom Sisig - Vegetable version of the popular "pulutan" dish and equally delicious. This dish is a blend of roasted mushrooms, bell pepper, thai chilies, scallions, fried garlic, and calamansi vinaigrette. This was topped with a poached egg and served in a sizzle plate. *Ginataang Gulay - This is one of my comfort foods and this is the vegan version. It had roasted squash, turnips, parsnips, coconut, mint, cilantro, fried shallots, and vegan bagoong. This dish is the perfect blend of flavors and umami. *Pancit Malabon - Another one of my favorites. This noodle dish was made with malabon noodles, crab fat, and annatto. This was topped with scallions, vegan chicharron, fried calamari, and fried garlic. *Short Rib Kare Kare - This decadent dish is worth the calories. braised short rib in peanut butter sauce. Other elements of the dish include okra, eggplant, greens, and fried garlic. This will make any rice bowl disappear. SIDES *Atchara - Slices of house pickled papaya. Great palette cleanser. *Garlic Fried Rice - This may seems simple yet a staple for any filipino meal. Rice is life and garlic is a must. DESSERTS *Turon Cannoli - An inventive take on the classic filipino turon and adding the crunchy texture of a cannoli. This was filled with riccotta and served with langka (jackfruit), toasted coconut, saba, and miso latik. The flavors all come together creating that perfect minatamis (sweet) bite. *Chocolate bibingka - Texture wise, I would compare it to a fluffy mochi. Perfect sweetness and chewiness. Each order come with 2 cakes. DRINKS: *OPM - Spirit forward bourbon based drink with a hint of allspice. A great pre-dinner cocktail. *Lola's Pocket - This rum based drink packs a punch. It has pineapple, frangelico, falernum, and soda. *Walang Hiya - Meaning shameless in tagalog, this drink is made with tequila and blanco mezcal. It smoky with hints of pandan and peppers. Overall, we had a great time! Great ambience, fantastic service, and delicious food that reminds me of me of my childhood. This restaurant is truly a treasure. read more

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My wife and I have been to Seattle twice and both times we've made sure to stop by Musang. We first visited in 2023 and came back again in 2026, and has easily become one of our favorite Seattle restaurants. We enjoy the simple, welcoming atmosphere and loved seeing the new kitchen during our most recent visit. The service has always been great and the food never disappoints. My favorite dish is the Short Rib Kare-Kare. The meat was tender and full of flavor, and it reminded me of home. It is one of those dishes I look forward to. We weren't able to make it to their sister restaurant, Kilig this trip but it's definitely on our list for next time. We are looking forward to our next Seattle visit and another meal at Musang. read more

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An elevated dining experience for Filipino food that fell far below expectations. There is no parking directly next to the restaurant, all of the parking is a little bit of a walk away in the neighborhoods nearby. They have indoor seating as well as a covered patio. There was no airflow in either seating section and it became very hot very quickly. This is one of the restaurants that automatically charges a 22% service fee and the quality of service suffers because of it. Based on our experience, it seemed like since the workers already knew they were receiving 22%, the service provided was below minimal. Our server wasn't able to provide any helpful information on dishes, it was hard to get their attention when needed, and was not very friendly during those few interactions. We were told that the dishes were meant to be shared family style, but the portion sizes did not reflect that for all dishes. Some of the dishes were small even for a single person. Rice does not come with the dishes and it's $5 per scoop of white rice. The pandesal was $9 for maybe two bites that came out dry. The lumpia had a good crisp to it and had a decent amount of meat/filling inside. Some of the meat in the other dishes was dry and overcooked, but had decent flavor. The escabeche came in a very small portion but the fish was cooked well. The kare kare was the best dish that we ordered, but I still don't believe that it was worth the price. I really wanted to like this place, but the bad service and overpricing made this fall below expectations. There are definitely better options for Filipino food and I would not need to go back here. read more

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Musang is a big staple to the Beacon hill area. I've heard about this place for many years and it was always on my list but I didn't get the chance until now to try it. It's located near the Hilltop Market and the lightrail station. The restaurant on the outside looks like a house. I would say it runs warmer inside the restaurant but we also went on a Seattle Summer day that was over 80 degrees. It is more of an upscale and modern take on filipino food. They do charge a 22% service charge automatically and they let us know when we paid which I appreaciated. All in all more smaller type tapas dining style on elevated filipino dishes. Staff: nice and attentive (5/5) Sanitation status: super clean and tidy (5/5) Tita Baby (5/5) This was such a good drink. It had tequila blanco with lychee and orange notes. You could taste the lychee flavor and the tequila wasn't too overpowering. It was definitely on the sweeter side if you're looking for a sweeter cocktail Lumpia Shanghai (4/5) The lumpia was good, it was still pretty juicy on the inside adn you could taste the shrimp inside although it was minced inside. They also included a dipping sauce which I would say was vinegary, I never had a sauce like it before. Kare Kare Short Rib (4/5) The Short Rib itself was tender and juicy. Mixed with the Kare Kare added to the flavor especially eating it with rice. It tasted peanutey but I wish there were more greens in the dish to round it out. There were a few small cut veggies tossed in but I would've definitely wanted a bigger size in my portion. Ribeye Special (5/5) This was a 10oz Ribeye special that they had with onion rings and a gravy type sauce. It was pretty good and the gravy that was on it added to the flavor. The meat was pretty tender as well. it was cooked to medium rare. Garlic Rice (4/5) The garlic rice was good, nothing special but something you need to absorb the remaining flavors of the other dishes. read more

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An upgraded Filipino cuisine that captures the traditional flavors with a special twist. This is a must try if you're craving Filipino food. The place is a little hard to find and is in a house converted to a restaurant. Prices are higher due to the upscale food and a 22% service charge is included in the bill but it says it all goes to the restaurant and not the staff- huh? read more

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Musang brings a strong gentrified experience with its very limited and "elevated" take on traditional Filipino Cuisine. Most of the dishes are a good representation of their authentic counterpart, but the value is simply not there. Filipino Cuisine and "ulam" in general is meant to come in large portions so that you can share with your family, but they totally ignore that. The Pandesal essentially equates to $11 ($9 + 22% automatic service charge) for a single piece the size of a Hawaiian Role. A nice crust and a warm inside, comes with a slab of butter. Kare Kare - Really enjoyed the cook on the short rib. Tender, but some larger chunks that required a little bit of effort to pull apart. The peanut sauce was awesome, wish there was more since this is traditionally more of a soup. Chicken Joy - better than Jolibee (lol), chicken was nice and crispy. Gravy not overly salty. Lumpiang Shanghai - kudos to them for this one, you get a lot. Lightly fried so the wrapper is very crispy and translucent while the filling is perfectly cooked. Escabeche - cooked excellent but they must be making some crazy margins on this one as the price is a total mismatch. Bibingka + Tsokolate Mousse - pretty good. Overall if someone else was paying I'd come back, but otherwise it's a good one and done. read more

Musang Seattle - Crispy Pata - Filipino Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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didn't get pics of everything but you can't go wrong with whatever you order. great for large groups. they recommend 4 dishes for 4 people. The fried chicken, corn cakes, dumplings and noodles all hit. read more

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Make a reservation on open table. They have a dog friendly patio! What we ordered: -Kare Kare short rib: Yummy, lots of flavors, heavy, delicious with the garlic rice. Highly recommend -Sinigang na Halibut: Ok, I didn't quite enjoy the flavors on this one as much, but if you like seafood, you'll enjoy it -Tinumtuman: Amazing clams! Bamboo shoots and chili made for a delicious combo. Recommend this one for sure. -garlic rice: YES, get this -Mango float: I really enjoyed the flavors and it felt like eating straight up buttercream lol. But $15 for a really small slice :( -We got a non alcoholic drink (was ok, nothing special) Parking: Street parking only, can be hard and read the signs for restrictions Service: Friendly and they charge automatic 22% gratuity. There was strong upselling lol If this place was in Los Angeles, it would be in the silver lake area. That's the vibe I can describe it. I think the food is good but it is a bit pricey. All of those items above cost $200 for dinner for two. read more

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Really bad to say the least. Everything was very bland and extremely overpriced. Pancit was flavorless and oily. Lumpia tasted like dirty oil. beef cheek had potential but the sauce just tasted mildly like peanut butter with no dimension. There was some dry unseasoned okra and eggplant very lazily slapped on the side of that dish. will never return. read more

Musang was exactly the experience I was expecting and lived up to and surpassed all the hype I read about! They are busy, so you'll want to make a reservation! Food: We had the pan de sal with adobo butter, the lumpia, the pancit malabon, and the short rib Kare Kare, the chocolate bibingka, and the maja Blanca. I would recommend everything and anything bc it was all amazing. But the Kare Kare and Maja Blanca stood out above it all. They set the bar high! Service: The staff was super friendly and made it feel like I was at family's house. Super attentive, gave great recommendations and made it a great experience. Ambience: It was a warm and welcoming atmosphere and felt casual enough despite the fine dining type food they served. The Filipino food scene in Seattle is great, and Musang sets a high bar. Definitely recommend! read more