Nice little place in Woodside Queens. Got the pork sisig, Laing (taro leaves sautéed in coconut…read moremilk) and the Palabok Overload. Pork Sisig 5/5 - the sisig did not disappoint. Came out in a sizzling platter with an egg and diced peppers topped with a red Thai? chili. It gets crispy as it sits and combined with the garlic rice is chef's kiss. Taro Leaves Sautéed in Coconut Milk 3/5 - not my cup of tea, it's a little bit on the heavy side, has a strong coconut milk flavor. Wasn't exactly my cup of tea. Palabok Overload 3/5 - was excited for this since I really enjoy Jollibee's Palabok. However, this dish lacked flavor. The sauce was lacking in flavor, it was not as shrimpy or seasoned as Jollibees. Combined with the noodles, it tasted even blander. The lumpia, calamari were good tho. This was a small restaurant but service was good. Food came out fast and staff was friendly and attentive.

Good food, I enjoyed the skinless longanisa and bangus. Great portions too, didn't skimp on rice…read moreand left me full with some to spare. Halo-halo was loaded and can be shared amongst 2 people. Service was quick and courteous, very respectful waiter that served us and made sure to give us an extra cup for sharing the Halo-halo, for me and my wife. Ambiance is quaint, ample seating I'd say for parties of 2 or 4.

Visiting from California and looking for a good Filipino food restaurant, and found this one on…read moreInstagram. It's a quaint little restaurant with employees who are very welcoming. It felt like home. We came in as a group of 4 and got a good mixture of food. Everything tasted so good. The serving sizes were great and perfecting portioned. Tastes just like how my mom makes it. I would def recommend this place to friends.

Renee's Kitchen is such a great spot if you're craving authentic Filipino comfort food! I ordered…read morethe Tinapa Silog and the Bistek Silog, and both were absolutely delicious. The tinapa was smoky and flavorful, and the bistek was tender with the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. The garlic rice and egg tied everything together perfectly. The portions were generous, the food came out fresh, and it tasted just like a home-cooked meal. The service was friendly, and the atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. If you're in Elmhurst and looking for authentic Filipino breakfast or comfort food, I definitely recommend giving Renee's Kitchen a try. I've been coming here for over 10 years and I live over an hour + up north and I always travel for Renee's

Restaurant is now called Tyang Gelay's Grill, same location and same delicious food. I don't think…read morethe menu had changed.

The food experience created genuine moments of discovery. The amount served provides real value. We…read moreentered without planning and were glad we stayed. Guest care is notably impressive! This spot is worth your immediate time!

Amazing bakery. Extremely friendly service and the quality of the pastries here are a dream. I went…read moreon a Friday morning and most seats were occupied, but I was able to get a seat as the area is spacious and open. The standout here is the Mango Float donut. It's a seasonal special so make sure you stop by before it's gone! The chantilly complements the mango compote perfectly and without overdoing the sweetness. In fact, it wasn't too sweet, which is a huge compliment. If you're looking for decadence, the leche flan ni nola is great. Personally, it wasn't my favorite, but only because I think this made me realize I prefer leche flan as its own dish. Regardless, the quality of the flan was amazing. Had the perfect texture and caramelized taste. The drink--their seasonal matcha guava drink (the MSG)--was delicious. You definitely have to stir it as the guava at the bottom is a bit heavier than the other parts of the drink. But quality matcha and solid drink flavor profile. Felt very summery and fresh! I can't wait to go back another time!

I've been meaning to make it out to Kora for so long! I'm glad we finally made it out early on a…read moreSunday morning. There was still a line, but pretty short. The cold brew was refreshing but a little sweet. The ube donut had a strong ube flavor but wasn't particularly impressive in terms of texture, flavor profile, etc. The flan donut was quite a standout for me. Obviously very heavy but split 4 ways it wasn't too bad. Unique concept, excellent execution = a fun and exciting experience. The flavors on the strawberry calamansi donut were particularly good - the sourness and sweetness of each fruit played off each other nicely. The croissant was pretty standard but I enjoyed it because I love cheese. I think it definitely could have been more cheesy and more crispy but overall no complaints. I'd skip the ube donut next tjme and would probably reorder the flan or the strawberry calamansi. I'm interested in their breakfast sandwich and other savory items. Definitely worth a trip out to Queens if you're a pastry fan like me

Ihawan in Woodside, Queens is a staple of NYC's Filipino food scene. Open since 1997, it offers…read moreexceptional, wallet-friendly Filipino comfort food. Famous for its charcoal-grilled skewers and communal Kamayan platters, the restaurant delivers an authentic, down-to-earth dining experience. The sweet-and-savory grilled pork and chicken skewers are undisputed crowd-pleasers. They are caramelized to perfection and pair beautifully with garlic rice. The restaurant offers multi-person platters served on banana leaves. It's a great, interactive way for groups to try a variety of meats and seafood. Beyond the grill, fans frequently praise the crispy pata (fried pork knuckle), lumpia(spring rolls), and kare-kare (oxtail in peanut sauce). Widely considered one of the most reasonably priced spots for quality Filipino cuisine in the borough. The dining room is located on the second floor. It has a lively, casual atmosphere that often features loud music. While many diners highlight the friendly and humorous service, online reviews show mixed opinions about customer service, with some visitors citing occasional long wait times or abrupt interactions at the takeout counter. Still, it is a pleasant place to have a meal when opting for Filipino food.

One of my favorite spots for Filipino comfort food…read more Usually come for dinner, but tried the breakfast combo today, and it did not let me down. Went for the pork tocino and beef tapa with well done egg and tea. Service was great and professional. Food came out relatively quickly and all served at same time. Interior has a number of tables available. Most tables sitting 4-6 people

Small space with a some tables, good thing we did a reservation…read more I thought getting two pork dishes would be a mistake. Nope. Pork was crispy and delicious. Pairs well with regular rice. We got garlic rice too but that would be good by itself. Dessert - ube pao. Not what was expected but pretty decadent. Coming back again to get the pork.

We got the bbq pork skewers, pork sisig, inasal rice, and ube sipao. The pork skewers were so…read moretender and juicy. They were packed full of flavor and one if the best pork skewers I've ever had. We also had the pork sisig, which had a great mix of tender and crispy pork pieces. It was paired great with the garlic rice. And for dessert, we had the ube sipao, which came out warm and topped with coconut and filled with ube -- the perfect way to end a meal. They have a lot of small tables. Service was pretty quick and staff members were nice and answered all questions. It's a place I would definitely return to in the future.

must go spot if u are down to try Philippino food，delish food…read more We got deep fried pork feet and Kare Kare( peanut butter sauced oxtail and vegetables)

My family and I love this place. Great food, great service and great customer service. Highly…read morerecommended!

Whenever I crave Filipino food, I crave the nostalgic homestyle dishes my mom would make, or the…read moremeals you'd get at your local carenderia. Tito Rad's is the cure to all my homesickness. I'll get to the food itself in a second, but I wanted to praise their menu. In many Filipino restaurants in Manhattan, you'll get the party foods: the lumpia, the adobos, the pancits. But a great Filipino restaurant offers meals beyond the crowd-pleasers, from regional dishes like monggo, lomi, and inasal. I was pleased to find lechon paksiw here, a dish I don't often see in many Filipino restaurants. It was delicious and so was the lomi my friends and I ordered for the table. The prices were just right. Affordable for the amount of food you get. The staff was friendly and gracious: a girl from our party was running late yet they waited for her to arrive before taking our order and didn't rush us to finish. The next time I'm craving a homey Filipino meal, this is the place I'm coming to.

Our group of eight was able to be seated with a call ahead which was very convenient. The Filipino…read morefood was delicious and everything was served family style which made it easy to share. Their halo halo is currently my top one. So refreshing and so good. If we are back in the area we will definitely return.