This is a hidden gem for good and affordable Filipino food…read more Though it might look like a plain little restaurant, when you walk in, you are greeted by such friendly people who are always so helpful and sweet when you have questions, especially if you don't know what certain dishes are. The restaurant is cantina style so you order what you want and they pack it for you. I go there specifically for their "breakfast all day" deal, which includes garlic fried rice, 2 eggs, and your choice of protein/dish, along with a bottle of water for - guess how much?! - $11 cash or you could pay with a credit card with the additional 3% credit card fee. But you get sooooo much food! I couldn't finish everything, so I had to take the rest home. I usually get the longsilog, which is a sweet and savory sausage. Soooo good! When I went this time, I decided to try their tapsilog (marinated beef which is also sweet and savory) and that was delicious, too. My mouth is watering thinking about the meal I had there. Next time, I do also want to try the daingsilog, which is the dried fish. I love Filipino dried fish but not the fish afterwards when I cook it at home, so this is a good place to get this if you want it. If you love Filipino food or want to try Filipino food, this is definitely the place. Again, super sweet people who work there and all their customers are super nice, too. This is the place that everyone seems to stop by for a quick and filling and delicious meal either to take home or eat there. It got pretty busy after I sat down to eat. There are other Filipino restaurants in Bergenfield but I personally like this place because it's simple, authentic, home-cooked food, and it's cantina style, so it's not overpriced. There are sit down Filipino restaurants but they are more expensive with different but they do have more extensive menus. So, it's up to you what kind of dining experience you want. Things to know before you go: -They do have other proteins/dishes other than what is on the menu, so definitely ask if they have anything else they would recommend. -Don't forget to get some vinegar from the big jug to dip your protein in. Elevates the umami of your food! They have condiment cups at the counter for you to get your vinegar to eat there or to take home. -When you order, they simply give you the food and you have to grab your own utensils and napkins which are at the counter. -I also got some Shanghai lumpia, too, and they are 50 cents each. Theirs are really good! -They also have bubble tea. -Seating is limited, so if you are a big group, it might not be possible for everyone to sit, so plan accordingly. Maybe get it to go and eat at someone's house or the park?

Cusinera is a small family owned business serving authentic, homemade Filipino cuisine. My husband…read moreand I were in the area and craving something new. It was our first time trying Filipino food and wasn't sure what to order. The owner/chef was so sweet and gave us recommendations. We tried the tapsilog which came with rice and the smoked fish with noodles and veggies. She also recommended we take the vinegar sauce on the side and we really enjoyed that too! There are a few tables here but mostly a quick lunch or takeout restaurant. We will be back to try other dishes soon!

Very friendly mom and pops with exceptional delicious Turon. Price was very reasonableread more

Hello to everyone, i just bought this from this restaurant and when i open it at home all it has is…read morePOTATO, so its potato menudo. Very DISAPPOINTED . I will NEVER RECOMMEND this place to anyone, the taste is bland. WALANG LASA at walang laman kung hindi PATATAS. People work hard for their money, so please give them what they pay for. 9$ for 5 small meat and 15 pieces of potato il give this place a NEGATIVE -2

They were not lying when they said that they have Filipino family serving sizes!! The portions were…read morehuge and the quality of everything was amazing. The crispy pata was perfect, and the sinigang was so sour -- a great soup for the cold weather we had. We were so full but were glad we said yes to dessert. The cassava cake was served warm, it was probably one of the best ones we've had. From the moment we stepped in, we were made to feel like we were home! We also found out that the lady who served us is from the same province as us. I always appreciate when they're accommodating to our kids -- she asked us what our son wanted to watch and she played some Blippi on YouTube so we could eat in peace since no one else was dining there that evening. Also, I wanted to add that their restrooms were immaculately clean! It's always a great bonus.

What a great dining experience! I think I was a little lucky and had the entire place to myself as…read moreI dined with my family. We tried a little bit of everything and to be honest this was my first real sit down Filipino cuisine. The staff was very friendly and even gave us extra baked goodies fresh. Portions are legit Filipino-sized, meaning you will leave full and we definitely over ordered so we had leftovers. The chicken bbq was surprisingly very memorable to me!

Love this place. It's really clean and well lit compared to other Filipino food markets/grocery in…read morethe area. Nothing fancy, but they have a food court area where you can buy fresh made Filipino food. The combo is rice + 2 entree choices. Food is consistently good and fresh. Also the people who run it are really nice. My kids are allergic to a ton of stuff but had their puto and tinola without a problem, so I def love that!

Small market but they've got all the basics for the Filipino in you or on you. Depends?…read more Turo turo stand too. Now that's a sweet bonus. Lots of parking. The only con is they close on the early side. We're still on Covid hours I guess. Depends...

Great food great people...the pictures dont do this place justice. Its a local secret for catering…read morebig events. Plan to do my next big events food catered here

The food I ordered suck. The noodles has no meat nor shrimp. No vegetables either. The Crispy pork…read moreis old. It used to be good. I guess the good chef no longer work there or probably off on Sunday. I cannot recommended this restaurant bec they are not consistent.

Good food & friendly service! Crispy pata was crunchy & the isaw were yummy! We had leftover lechon…read more(we bought 1 lb) & will make it into lechon paksiw

I ordered for takeout and the lechon and the sauce that came with it are pretty good. However, they…read moreonly serve it on weekends and you can order by the pound.

Mama Fina's has been one of my favorite Filipino restaurants since their old Elmwood Park location,…read moreand the food is still delicious in Hackensack. The pork sisig is a must-have here. We also had the Bicol Express, which was spicy and simple. There is plenty of street parking plus extra parking in the back. I also like that they sell small grocery items inside the restaurant. The service is not as friendly as I remember from the Elmwood Park days, but the food still makes up for it. I'll always stay loyal to Mama Fina's. Small fact is I actually met Mama Josefina herself.

I've heard of Mama Finas from friends for their famous sisig. When you walk in, you go directly to…read morethe counter to order and they will bring your food to you. It is very casual. - Pork Sisig (5/5): some of the best Sisig I've had. The pork belly is SO crispy even after we were almost done eating! The sauce wasn't too overpowering and heavy. Loved the fresh zing of the red onions. The spicy one is the way to go. - Garlic Fried Rice (4.5/5): I could eat this on its own. So good. The rice was a bit mushy but otherwise great taste - Kare-kare (4/5): a soupier variation of the peanut based sauce I've tried. The oxtail chunks were tender, but all sliced really thin and very few pieces of each. Also lacking a bit in the green beans and okra- flavor was good though. I like the Sisig the best. Only a bit bummed by the high price and small portion sizes

Very nice people and very accommodating. The turon is the best we've ever had. I would drive back…read morefor turon!

The catered food was good. The delivery was top notch. The service specifically the packaging was…read moreexcellent. The price was reasonable. Will definitely order again.

First time ordering from here for takeout, crispy pata and pork sisig. I couldn't stop eating the…read morepata so I can't tell what the sisig taste like, although it's smells good.

It's the new Fiesta Manila under new management. New interior, but the same good cook (Kuya Pabs)…read morewho cooks the best sisig, pork barbecue, crispy pata, and pinapaitan (I could go on forever). Thank you for satisfying our Filipino ulam cravings. P.S. They also make rice cakes, fresh lumpia, and lumpiang gulay, and they're all BOMB.